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Have you heard? Oak Mountain Winery is really going to the dogs. Of course I mean that in the most positive way. This past Saturday, Oak Mountain held their fourth annual gathering of owners and pooches who come together to raise money for Cause for Paws, an organization that assists owners of pets suffering from diabetes. Valerie Andrews, … [Read more...]
Not a weekend goes by that you won’t find something fun to do in Old Town Temecula – always alive with the great sounds of music, gathering of family and friends and the incredible aromas everywhere you go! The weekend of October 29th promises to add an even sweeter sound with the roar of hundred’s of Harley’s, choppers and cycles from rider’s all … [Read more...]
In honor of the Brewer Boys' amazing success on the X Factor, we are re-publishing this article from a couple of months ago. Enjoy! If you are like most of my Temecula friends, the key element to the appeal of any Happy Hour is a great price offered on the drinks. Everything else is a bonus! Monte de Oro Winery offers a Friday night Happy Hour that … [Read more...]
The vineyards were alive with the sound of music the other Friday night as Depeche Mode tribute band Strangelove knocked the socks off of the audience at Longshadow Winery. No sooner than they took the stage spectators rushed it and some jumped on it to be closer to their favorite musician. The dance area was filled with those fans that couldn’t help … [Read more...]
The great part of being the Roving Wino is that I get invited to a wide variety of local festivities. In addition to my reporter pad this event required apparel with a certain country flair that I didn’t have in my closet. Since I don’t own a sundress, I donned my denim skirt instead and borrowed a pair of cowboy boots to go along with my hat that … [Read more...]
Falkner Winery and Heyday Productions hosted a fine Wine Country Roundup event the other Friday night. The attendees found themselves unexpectedly catching a rising star! The natural elements all around Falkner Winery presented a perfect setting. A high-powered telescope was even provided to enhance an already captivating heavenly host. Yet, the star … [Read more...]
As a tropical bird, I am "wild" about sweets and sometimes I just have to be more exotic than traditional and pair up my dessert with an equally decadent wine. As a general rule you want to pair your dessert with a wine that is sweeter. Sparkling wine or liqueurs are also a good match with sweet desserts. You will want to match the flavors and aromas in both … [Read more...]
Temecula’s slogan, Old Traditions New Opportunities, could not be better suited for one of its newest Wineries. However, the traditions are not what we are used to around here, in this case instead of Old West think Old World - Europe, without the plane ride! Recently, Europa Village held its first Société Europa Member Event, the Viva Vienza! … [Read more...]
For those who are unfamiliar with me my name is Mambo, and I’m a Blue and Gold Macaw that resides at The Roving Wino’s house. I’m considered to be somewhat of a party animal, so watch your drinks as I have a tendency to help myself. Being a tropical bird I prefer drinks that are citrusy and refreshing, but my all-time favorite drink is the Mojito. … [Read more...]
We had a rockin’ date night Saturday at Monte de Oro Winery. The double bill of New Wave cult favorite Missing Persons (“Walking in LA”) and pop/punk rockers the Romantics (“What I Like About You”) thrilled the mostly local crowd, who came out to support Hospice of the Valleys. There is something magical about a concert in wine country. My … [Read more...]
