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...]

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...]

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...]

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

Save $$ @ Sorrel Bistro! (Photo by Carl Kravats)

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...]

Southern California’s Wine Country – A Romantic Destination

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Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate love in Southern California's growing Wine Country region where crisp cool Pacific Ocean breezes meet the warm valley climate creating the ideal conditions which define this region's terroir. This Valentine’s Day weekend, travel off the beaten path to discover a hidden gem nestled in a lush, pristine … [Read more...]

She Was A Day Tripper…

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Hey, Day Trippers! Don’t take the easy way out and run to the mall or nearest chain store conglomerate. Let’s continue discovering the best of Temecula’s treasures…places to go, people to see, things to do…without leaving the area. First stop on today’s tour - Korrie’s Pilates Place, just off Baxter Road in Wildomar. This month, you can … [Read more...]

Temecula House of Wine – the Wine Pick of the Week

Temecula wine at your fingertips. (Photo by Juanita Juarez)

One of the many unique features of the Palomar Inn Hotel (see our story here) is that it also includes the Temecula House of Wine under its roof. Owner Carlos Palma has furnished Old Town with it’s only one-stop-shop that includes the most complete selection of local wines in the Temecula Valley. Because of that, Carlos’ gorgeous store is our Wine Pick … [Read more...]

Anela Apothecary Brings the Runway to Everyday

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“Go from Soccer Mom to Glamazon!” exclaimed the invitation.  Hmmm . . . I am not a Glamazon by any stretch of the imagination, but I admit, I was intrigued.  Besides, Michael at Anela Apothecary a. knows how to make a girl feel beautiful and, b.  throws a killer party.  A bit of beauty and a glass of wine sounded just about right for a Saturday … [Read more...]

A Local Alternative to the S-Word: Aromas Coffee & Café

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A few years ago, my daughter’s babysitter lived off of Hunter Road, which kept me driving by the collection of shops and restaurants on the corner of Hunter Road and Murrieta Hot Springs. One day I decided to explore what was there and stumbled upon Aromas Café. At that time it was a café-florist, which made a colorful, fresh smelling combination, … [Read more...]