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The Truth About the Nutcracker puts a new spin on a treasured holiday tradition. This production has an inspiring message about how God reaches a young girl when she faces grief during Christmas. It is a powerful story, told through classical ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop. The Truth About the Nutcracker is at turns, touching, energetic and funny. There are … [Read more...]
There are many wonderful restaurants in Temecula Wine Country. The advantages are obvious - many different choices of wonderful cuisine at a variety of price points and atmospheres. One distinct disadvantage is the possibility of missing a place that should not be missed. If you have missed Pinnacle Restaurant, or it has been a while since you have been … [Read more...]
Photo by Mike Chava Tucked in a narrow slice in a smallish shopping center is a Thai restaurant that should not be missed. At Thai BBQ is an authentic family owned eatery. Jason Sithichai and his sister, Trisha Alvarado have followed in the footsteps of their parents, who have owned Thai Original BBQ in Cerritos since 1986. Jason saw a need in the burgeoning … [Read more...]
Driving up the stately driveway to Thornton Winery is always a lovely, peaceful endeavor. Last Friday was no exception, as my husband Steve and I headed there to become reacquainted with some old friends. The weather was unusually cool for August, and we knew the outdoor patio and unique tasting procedure at Thornton would provide just the relaxing afternoon … [Read more...]
Like many in the Temecula Valley, Angela Pike believed, at one time, when she wanted a nice meal, she and her husband would have to leave the area. The desire for an upscale restaurant close by led her to open D’Canter’s in December of 2007. “Every time we wanted to eat, we had to get on the freeway,” the tall attractive brunette explained, “I … [Read more...]
What do you do when it is summertime, and you want a lighter wine, but it is not blisteringly hot, and red still sounds good? Hart Winery has the perfect light bodied, flavorful Red wine in their Grenache. I was thrilled to pick a wine from Hart Winery. It is one of the oldest wineries in the Temecula Valley. Joe Hart, still the owner and winemaker, began … [Read more...]
Carb lovers rejoice! Great Harvest Bread Company nearly proves you can have your bread (to paraphrase) and eat it too. This amazing bakery focuses on whole grain bread, freshly made on the premises. They don’t compromise flavor or quality in order to give customers a wholesome, healthy product. In the words of owner Alicia Trevithick, "Our bread isn't … [Read more...]
I have been a girly-girl for as long as I can remember. I begged to wear dresses, and twirled in them until I was dizzy. I got into my mom’s make-up continually, no matter how many times I got in trouble for it. In middle school I put on eyliner on when I got to school and washed it off before I left for home. I love make-up, skin-care, and perfumes. And … [Read more...]
What sets a steakhouse apart? The décor? The service? What must ultimately set a steakhouse apart is the quality of the meat that is served. Vail Ranch Steakhouse dry-ages its beef in house, setting themselves apart from any steakhouse, in fact, any restaurant, in the area. Owner Ron Walton wanted to create a place where people could have a traditional … [Read more...]
There are so many great wines in Temecula Valley and the surrounding area. Sometimes it is hard to pick a favorite. Gershon Bachus made it a little easier this week. The Wine Company featured a tasting of Gershon Bachus wines at Tuesday’s Counter Club. Owners, Kenny and Christina Lesch were there, and brought five wines to share. Of the four reds and one … [Read more...]
