January 25, 2012

Wineries Rolled Out the Barrels and We Had a Passport to Fun

Bel Vino pouring from Barrel

Last Saturday was overcast and then it began to drizzle as I headed my car over to Rancho California Road.  But it was going to take a lot more than rain to keep me away from Temecula Valley Wine Country’s Harvest Celebration.  This was a wonderful opportunity to check out some new wines and each [...]

Sundresses and Cowboy Boots by the Roving Wino

Longshadow winery

The great part of being the Roving Wino is that I get invited to a wide variety of local festivities.  In addition to my reporter pad this event required apparel with a certain country flair that I didn’t have in my closet.  Since I don’t own a sundress, I donned my denim skirt instead and [...]

Wine and Dessert Pairings with Senor Mambo as He Shares a Little Decadence Temecula Style

Strawberry and chocolate

As a tropical bird, I am “wild” about sweets and sometimes I just have to be more exotic than traditional and pair up my dessert with an equally decadent wine. As a general rule you want to pair your dessert with a wine that is sweeter. Sparkling wine or liqueurs are also a good match [...]

Escape on a Musical Journey in Wine Country

Band Members

Things were heating up at Keyways Winery and it wasn’t just the weather.  Friday night Escape was rocking and they proved to all that they were not just another tribute band.  Some whispered that they sounded more like Journey than the present day band.  In spite of electrical issues that continued to cause audio problems, [...]

Searching for the Perfect Mojito…In Wine Country? Mambo found it at Keyways

Introducing Tot's Newest Writer and Critic "Mambo"

For those who are unfamiliar with me my name is Mambo, and I’m a Blue and Gold Macaw that resides at The Roving Wino’s house. I’m considered to be somewhat of a party animal, so watch your drinks as I have a tendency to help myself.  Being a tropical bird I prefer drinks that are [...]

A Fun ’80′s Flashback in Wine Country

Singer

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 [...]

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 [...]

It’s Balloon And Wine Festival Time

Balloons-glow

  Who: The 28th Annual Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival. The festival was first launched in spring 1984 and known then as the Rancho California Balloon & Wine Festival. It was a monumental success for a town of only 9,000 residences. Their mission is to enhance the charitable, cultural, educational, and economic developments of [...]

ToT Interview: Jazz Great Warren Hill

(courtesy photo)

Internationally-loved Contemporary Jazz saxophonist Warren Hill, who has sold over 1 million albums in his 20 year career and has performed with the likes of Chaka Khan, Faith Hill, Clint Black, Brian Culbertson, and John Tesh (among others), is known for his musically-diverse & energetic live shows. In fact, he has two concerts scheduled this [...]

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

5kwalk

  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 [...]