May 22, 2012

Music Is Always In the Air In Temecula

Courtesy of temeculawineandmusicfestival,com

Temecula has a music scene? Yes of course! And ToT has locals-in-the-know who will be reporting back here on who’s playing where, the best open mic happenings, musician profiles and much more. Meanwhile, here are some exciting music happenings that I’m sure you’ll enjoy. Many music events in our area help raise funds for some great charities. So … [Read more...]

Sip Into The Sunset With “Storyteller” – Musical Journey Amidst The Vines

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Balmy summer nights are the perfect time to linger at your favorite winery and enjoy a glass of wine and listen to music. Stuart Cellars is located high up on a hill and with a gentle breeze and panoramic views we were greeted with the acoustic sounds of Storyteller. Storyteller is a regional group that has three members that harmonize beautifully. Jerry … [Read more...]

A Fun ’80′s Flashback in Wine Country

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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...]

Therapy with The Acoustic Groove

People enjoying the music and doing some grooving of their own

The Roving Wino achieved a new level of entertainment when she put together the latest Wine Therapy session with The Acoustic Groove playing.  The sounds of Fleetwood Mac, James Taylor and Steely Dan permeated the air as guests were sampling Spanish wines from The Wine Company and eating Paella cooked from Sandra Serebreni from A La Cuisine.  The … [Read more...]

Keiko Matsui and The Sax Pack – Thornton Gives Jazz Lovers More Than Just A Great Wine Pairing

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As a frequent traveler between Los Angeles and San Diego, I have watched the “sleepy” little town of Temecula, in fact the entire Temecula Valley, transform into a thriving wine community.  Thornton Winery is a centerpiece of Temecula Wine Country, best known for fine sparkling wines.  But it’s also a destination in itself, and for 22 years has been … [Read more...]

Roadwork – Paving the Road to Success

The Band Roadwork

Photo courtesy of Roadwork The Southland has been taken by storm and flooded with driving rock ‘n’ roll music from the band Roadwork.  This relatively new cover band is making quite a name for itself in the mere year and a half that they have been together.  These local boys are starting to receive the recognition that they deserve as they are … [Read more...]

Lee Ritenour at Thornton Winery July 24th

Lee Ritenour at Thornton Winery

After several years wondering what the “Temecula Experience” would be seeing a great Jazz act at Thornton Winery, I finally took the leap and drove from Los Angeles to see guitar legend Lee Ritenour. While best known for fine champagnes, Thornton Winery produces a great variety of wines both white & red, and for 22 years has been the home of one of … [Read more...]

Fine Food, Family and Fun at Flour Fusion!

The hardest part of your visit will be deciding which tasty treat to try!

Don't let its handcrafted European style pastries fool you into thinking it's just a bakery. Flour Fusion offers a wide variety of dishes to please your palate from breakfast through lunch and beyond. "We focus on freshness," owner Hertz assures, and that devotion to freshness is evident in the menu. Start your day off with something simple, like a bagel … [Read more...]

Swift Pony at Stellar Cellar (video)

Swift Pony at Stellar Cellar  (video)

With the summer season just around the corner, Temecula’s wineries, restaurants, and hot spots have been gearing up their respective entertainment calendars with tons of musical acts – from blues bands to country pickers to local singer/songwriters to top-name touring acts of all genres.  When making plans for a Friday or Saturday night (or maybe an … [Read more...]

Antonio Pontarelli at The Edge

Antonio Pontarelli at The Edge

By Marilyn Tipps Antonio, picking up the violin at the tender age of three, has emerged into a young man with award winning talent and a sound all his own. He is his appearance is captivating, with a pretty, boyish face, signature long hair and a tender smile. The electric violin is unusual to many music lovers. It has only the frame of a standard violin, … [Read more...]