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Wishes For Children Founder Charlie Pate “Making a Difference’
There’s hardly a person in the Temecula Valley that doesn’t know of Wishes for Children and associate it with their affable founder Charlie Pate. Charlie is so committed to his foundation that I made it my assignment to find out what makes Charlie Pate tick? When asked the typical interview question of what motivates him
TOT Announces New Charity Widget
Taste of Temecula’s Daily Pairing Charity Program is Now Here! It’s June which means that ToT is celebrating our two year anniversary of being Temecula Valley’s Premiere Online Social Magazine! It’s been a fantastic opportunity to support the best local businesses in our Valley as we host our popular Lunch Meet & Greet every other
ToT’s “Bionic” Daily Pairing – It’s Even Better Than Before!
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
ToT Goes Gourmet at Latest Lunch Meet-Up
Gourmet Italia hosted our latest lunch meet-up and it was molto buono. Over 50 people were warmly greeted by restaurant owner, Alex Prestifilippo, overlooking the fact that he was brandishing a large carving knife. The entire lounge area of Gourmet Italia had been transformed into a sumptuous buffet just for Taste of Temecula and Alex
“Awesome 80s for a Great Cause” – Charity for Charity’s 80s Party at Stuart Cellars
Last Saturday night equaled big hair & bangles as Stuart Cellars Winery was transformed into Funkytown for the Charity for Charity 80s Party. This event was local philanthropist Charity Prestifilippo’s newest fundraiser for the non-profit Charity for Charity, fulfilling wishes for local children and adults in need. Plus, it was a totally awesome way to
Temecula’s Own Little Italy
Shhhh….I have a secret for you. There’s a place in town to get fast food, and have it made your way. And if you’re like me, “your way” is gourmet! Hidden in the Barons Market Place is a cozy Italian pizzeria and delicatessen – Spuntino. It is simply “è molto delizioso!” Owners Alessandro “Alex” and
Eclectic Books, Paperback Shack and Murrieta Bookstore
An Embarrassment of Riches for Readers I am an avid reader. Avid is actually an understatement; voracious and compulsive are closer to reality. I cannot afford to buy a brand new copy of every book I want to read, but sometimes, checking books out of the library isn’t enough. I want to own books, so
Gourmet Italia Valentines
AMORE – Valentines Day -$900 per couple includes a glass of Prosecco 27499 Ynez Rd Temecula (951) 676-9194 or online at www.gourmetitaliareastaurants.com (excludes tax and gratuity) 3 seatings: 5pm –6:30pm –8:30pm Sugar Bear & Unlimited Flavor from 6:30pm to 11pm
Gourmet Italia’s 10th Anniversary Celebration
I remember the first time I heard of Gourmet Italia. My husband Steve and I had good friends over for dinner, and as usual, we discussed where to eat. “This new place opened,” Stephan, an enthusiastic foodie, told us. “It’s in the old “Katie McGuire’ location. The food is great, and the owner is a



