May 21, 2012

A Howling Good Time at the Dog Park Cafe!

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It felt like I stepped into some sort of alternate universe – a “mutt”-tropolis, if you will – when I visited The Dog Park Cafe in Temecula over the weekend.  Beautifully decorated with rich woods, stone floors, lush greenery, and even iron lampposts, Dog Park Cafe is an idyllic place where dogs rule, pooches are pampered, and humans are in it just … [Read more...]

Discover The Secrets to Making Amazing Olive Oil

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Every company strives to produce a quality product but, however important the end result may be, efficiency often times interferes.  The idea of saving money is tempting, who does not want to save money, especially in modern times?  But, if in saving money, the product quality suffers, was it really money worth saving? This is where a company with … [Read more...]

Champagne, Chocolate, and Cheese – What Could Be Better?

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When the night is crisp and cloudy with a slight chill factor winding through it, a great place to warm up next to the artistic sounds of some great music while enjoying decadent chocolates from all over the world, champagnes from Napa, Spain, and France, and three cheeses that pair well with them can only be found at the Temecula Wine Company’s champagne, … [Read more...]

Let’s Party at Dudley’s!

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We are celebrating our 3rd Grand Opening Anniversary and we need you! This economy has not made it easy for a new business to survive but here we are after 3 years and we're throwing a HUGE TASTING PARTY to thank you all and celebrate!! When I saw this Facebook post from Ginger Giordano, Dudley’s Wine and Gifts Marketing Director,  I knew that … [Read more...]

Does Buying High Quality Produce Actually Save Me Money?

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  Seriously? Let’s look at just a couple of factors that make buying local produce cost effective. Waste – Believe it or not, according to ethicalconsumerism.tribe.net, “the average family of 4 wastes 122 pounds of food per month”! (Actually, I have a hard time believing that myself). But, ask yourself how much of your produce you … [Read more...]

Why Should I Eat Local Produce?

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To quote Slow Food USA, a non-profit organization educating the world on the benefits of eating healthy, local and organic, “Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of eating. It is a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members around the world that links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment.” In … [Read more...]

Grow Organic at Home

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They say that late Spring is the perfect time to plant a garden.  It’s all so overwhelming, though; isn’t it?  How much space do I need? How will I irrigate it?  What types of plants will grow well in my backyard?  I confess I have attempted a garden more than once and been spectacularly unsuccessful every time.  The owners of Grow Organic at Home … [Read more...]

Promenade Temecula Unleashes New Event For Dog Owners

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PROMENADE TEMECULA UNLEASHES NEW EVENT FOR DOG OWNERS Shopping Center to host “Dog Days of Summer” every Saturday in June Four-legged furry friends are the focus of a new event coming to Promenade Temecula this June. In partnership with VSSN (Veteran Supplemental Support Network), Promenade Temecula will host the “Dog Days of Summer” every … [Read more...]

ToT’s “Bionic” Daily Pairing – It’s Even Better Than Before!

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Taste of Temecula is launching The Daily Pairing - version 2.0 - a deal program that saves you 50-90% off on the hottest venues in the Temecula Valley. ToT’s Daily Pairing has a new look, cooler graphics, and an easier, much more customer-friendly functionality. Think of the Six Million Dollar Man - “We can re-build it...we have the technology. … [Read more...]

The Easter Bunny Has Arrived!

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WHO: Promenade Temecula, in partnership with Paint A Dream, Charley’s Grilled Subs, and Red Robin, will host a Bunny Arrival event for the first 200 Promenade Pals on Friday, April 8th. To sign up as a Promenade Pal, please visit www.promenadetemecula.com or call (951) 296-0979. WHAT: The Bunny Arrival event will include games, live music, giveaways, a … [Read more...]