May 21, 2012

Circus Adventures in Temecula

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Hurry, hurry, step right up! Get ready Temecula, the Circus has come to town. Experience energetic family entertainment at its finest. Come see the wonder that awaits under the blue and gold spangled Big Top Tent. Once you witness its mystique and wonder it's easy to understand why Circus Vargas is America's favorite Big Top Circus. Be sure to bring your … [Read more...]

Sushi ‘n Sake Class Rolls Out the Fun by Rob Emmett

Sushi Plate

A gorgeous private estate surrounded by the Francois Roux Vineyard in Temecula Wine Country was the setting for the first installment of Taste of Temecula’s Sushi ‘n Sake Class  with a great after party. Participants were treated to a first-rate sushi-making class supplemented by delicious sake and other beverages, and concluded with a delectable … [Read more...]

ANNIE Comes to Temecula

Annie

When you think back to your childhood, was there one musical that really stuck out at you?  Was there one play that you memorized the words to, the songs to?  If so, what was that one artistic piece for you?  For me, it was and is “Annie,” the story of a little girl living in an orphanage with a woman that does not really like little girls, waiting … [Read more...]

A White Christmas in Temecula?

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The Temecula area has so much to offer by way of good food and beverages, a little night life and wine but one thing that is missing from this gorgeous town is the true change in seasons; especially the beauty of a white Christmas. Temecula seems to acknowledge the fact that California is lacking when it comes to the need for mittens and ear muffs during … [Read more...]

Fabulous Holiday Cookies!

Cookies

The traditional sugar cookie with a recipe that has been in my family for generations, frosting recipe included. Cookie Recipe Ingredients: 1 1/3 cup white sugar 1 1/3 cup shortening 4 eggs well beaten 2tsp vanilla 4 cups of flour 1 tsp salt 3 tsp baking powder Instructions: Cream shortening and sugar together Add eggs, … [Read more...]

The California School of English Brings the World to Temecula

Students from Japan, Spain, Korea, Turkey, France, China, Saudi Arabia

One day a few years back I was in the library and came across a flyer from the California School of English.  They were looking for families to host foreign exchange students for just a few weeks, and I was intrigued.  I have fond memories of the summer I was seventeen and lucky enough to spend five weeks in France.  I had an amazing time and I realized … [Read more...]

Ballet and Thanksgiving? It’s a Great Combination.

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The Old Town Temecula Theater held an elegant ballet performance performed by The Fine Arts Ballet last Thursday night.  Joy of Thanksgiving was a celebratory tribute to the Fall and Winter seasons, expressed beautifully through song and dance. I had never been to a ballet before, and didn't know what to expect. I loved it, just the mere fact that these … [Read more...]

Murrieta Mud Run Mayhem! – By Vicky Cortez

Murrieta Mud Run

It’s 7:00 am and I’m feeling the first hint of cold air in months creeping into the Temecula Valley, so  I ask myself why am I up and ready to run on a Saturday instead of sleeping in? You would think after twenty-three years of cleaning up muddy messes, refereeing all the pushing, yelling and shoving I’d be less excited about this but I’m just … [Read more...]

Chaparral Pumas Go Head-to-Head in Man V. Food Challenge

Man vs Food

This past Thursday Taste of Temecula was at it again hosting their Man V. Food competition and after watching the event it truly proves that eating can be a competitive sport. If you did not hear about the last Man V. Food at The Hot Dog Shoppe you missed a great time. Two locals battled it out for the prize of "Free Food For Life" and in the end the  … [Read more...]

Authentic Chicken Marsala – Easy and Delish!

marsala

Growing up I can  remember the first time I took a bite of Chicken Marsala and I was hooked from then on.  I do not know why with my love for the flavorful meal I make it but once in a blue moon.  I love mushrooms and the way the  wine gets soaked into the mushroom giving it that really tasty flavor that makes me really feel at peace making sure I don't … [Read more...]