May 22, 2012

Fairy Tale Wine Tasting

(Photo by Ginger Giordano)

  Limos to jeeps to trolleys to party buses, wine tasting in Temecula Valley offers up a variety of fun, safe options to enjoy your day here in Southern California’s premier wine region. All terrific choices designed to enhance your experience with wine, friends, and a stress-free day. Enter the latest, most romantic wine tasting tour yet! … [Read more...]

South Coast Winery’s Wild Women of Wine Country 5K Fundraiser

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  South Coast Winery’s Wild Women of Wine Country 5K Fundraiser What: South Coast Winery’s Wild Women of Wine Country 5K, a fun and invigorating walk/run through the vineyards of South Coast and Carter Estates and back again. Why: Participating in the 5K and raising donations will help to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest … [Read more...]

Blessing Just The Beginning

South Coast Winery's budding vines. (Courtesy photo)

When asked if I could attend the Blessing of the Vines event at South Coast Winery, I jumped at the opportunity. What a fabulous way to spend a Sunday afternoon, welcomed by Temecula’s premier South Coast Winery Resort & Spa to an event that launches their grape growing season. Then, I cast a wary glance at my two daughters, 7 and 5, and asked into … [Read more...]

South Coast Winery’s Blessing of the Vines

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  Press Release provided by Crystal Magon, South Coast Winery Resort & Spa. In a tradition that dates back centuries to European vineyards, South Coast Winery Resort & Spa will host its annual blessing of the vines celebration on April 10 between the hours of 4 PM to 7 PM. Blessing of the vines’ ceremonies were imported from Europe and … [Read more...]

SPEND AN “EVENING UNDER THE OAKS”

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Oak Grove Center hosts annual auction and dinner to raise funds for new gym. WHO: Oak Grove Center for Treatment, Education & the Arts is a non-profit 24-hour residential and educational treatment center that serves 76 children who live on campus and an additional 80-90 day students who attend our nonpublic school day program in Murrieta, CA. A second … [Read more...]

Where to “Pop the Question” in the Temecula Valley

Horseback riding through the vines...(courtesy photo)

If you’re planning on popping the question in the Temecula area, you’ve probably already considered proposing while wine tasting at one of the romantic wineries – which is a great idea. The love of your life will be swept away by the stunning scenery and luscious wine, the answer will be “yes!” and you’ll both live happily ever after.  The … [Read more...]

New Year’s Eve Ideas and Thoughts…

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New Year's Eve has always been a time for looking back to the past year, and more importantly, forward to the coming year. Every year I try to plan something special for New Year’s Eve way ahead of time. This year I was honored to be invited to a very good friend’s wedding vow renewals, taking place in Julian at a quaint little inn. I am especially … [Read more...]

Palomar Inn Hotel – History in the Making

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When visiting Temecula to take in a weekend of wine tasting, hot air ballooning, golfing & more, one has many options when it comes to overnight accommodations. From resort-style hotels (Pechanga and South Coast Winery are the big boys), to dependable chains (Embassy Suites and Hampton Inn, among the many), to bed & breakfasts (Churon and Loma Vista … [Read more...]

Lorimar Grape Stomp & Harvest Fest

(Photo by Dan Viescas)

One of the cool things about Harvest Season here in the Temecula Wine Country is that each winery has it’s own unique celebration. Sure, each has certain commonalities – wine, food, music, and grape stomping. But it’s the little unique touches that set each winery apart. For Lorimar Winery and Vineyards, their first annual Grape Stomp & Harvest … [Read more...]

Getting Muddy at South Coast

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I love to run, so I will take any excuse to slap on the Asics and hit the pavement, road or trail. After Saturday morning, I just might become a little more particular about where I run! South Coast Winery and Resort teamed up with Ponte Winery and Wiens Family Cellars to create a dynamically fun Wild Women of Wine Country 5K Walk/Run Thru the Vineyards, … [Read more...]