May 22, 2012

Let’s Party at Dudley’s!

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We are celebrating our 3rd Grand Opening Anniversary and we need you! This economy has not made it easy for a new business to survive but here we are after 3 years and we're throwing a HUGE TASTING PARTY to thank you all and celebrate!! When I saw this Facebook post from Ginger Giordano, Dudley’s Wine and Gifts Marketing Director,  I knew that … [Read more...]

Bordeaux Mix

The Bordeaux line-up. (Photo by Debbie Wiens)

Take 6 wineaux women Add a delightful array of hors-d'oeuvres Stir in six lovely bottles of French wine from Bordeaux Sprinkle in generous portions of laughter and fun Gently fold all ingredients together Viola! You have a recipe for a beautiful thing. After a bit of whining, I was graciously invited to attend Linda Kissam's newly formed … [Read more...]

Thornton Jazz Series is Back!

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  Thornton Winery’s 23rd Annual Champagne Jazz Series launched this past Sunday afternoon with a virtuoso & sterling performance by Rumba/Flamenco guitarist Jesse Cook. Add in superb Thornton wine, a 5-star gourmet meal provided by Executive Chef Steve Pickell of Cafe Champagne, as well as the venue’s Mediterranean-style fountain … [Read more...]

Chocolate & Wine

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Are you one of those who enjoy pairing great dessert wines with mouth savoring chocolates and pastries? Of coarse you are – who isn’t?!? Then be sure to take in Pechanga Resort & Casino’s 3rd Annual Chocolate Decadence Event this Friday, April 1st, from 7:00-10:00pm. Over 30 domestic wineries will showcase 100+ Sparkling Wines, Champagnes, and … [Read more...]

Jim’s Wine pick of the week

Jim’s Wine pick of the week

I was asked to write this week’s wine pick for my first time, so off I went to Bella Vista. Bella Vista, formally Cilurzo winery, is the oldest winery in Temecula, with the first vineyards planted back in 1968. Imre and Gizella Cziraki purchased the former Cilurzo Winery about 6 years ago. Imre began making wine at age 7 with his grandfather in Hungary. He … [Read more...]

Splash Wine Bar

Splash Wine Bar

Splash is a unique wine bar in the North Park neighborhood of San Diego that attracts the smart and beautiful crowds to lounge in deep leather couches, or hang out at the bar. It is unique in that all the wine is dispensed in self-service Enomatic machines. There are 72 wines available with new varieties constantly added to the mix. Using the Italian-made … [Read more...]

Callaway Vino d’ Amore Dinner

Callaway Vino d’ Amore Dinner

Saturday, February 13, 2010 6:30pm-9:30pm $85 per person; Legacy Club Member Price - $76.50 per person Prices are per person, plus service charge and tax Treat your Valentine to a romantic dinner in Callaway's candlelit Barrel Room. As you celebrate your evening, you'll enjoy intimate tables for two, an appetizer and sparkling wine reception, a gourmet … [Read more...]