Have you been home bound and it’s time for a getaway? I feel you. I’ve been thinking about my goal I nearly completed in 2019 to take a trip each month in the year. I was on my way to achieving it in 2020 but, […]
Summer 2021 is nearly upon us. Slowly but surely, things seem to be going more back to “normal.” Many are returning to air travel, but I plan to hold off a bit longer. That’s not a huge problem for me given I love the open […]
Despite this year has been anything but normal, one thing is for sure: I still love to eat. Last summer found me going up California’s Central Coast to San Mateo County. While plans were in store to return this month, Covid decided to take care […]
I’m walking down the tree lined Park Street in Downtown Paso Robles. it’s a brisk Central California evening. While it’s not too joviality on the streets, take a look inside to one of the several bars and restaurants, and you will see small, lively groups […]
While some may recall Paso Robles, California and its surrounding areas as not much more than cattle ranches and agricultural life, think again. Much like nearby Santa Maria, Paso Robles has come into the wine and travel scene with a vengeance with an adorable downtown, […]
Along on our recent NorCal weekend trek that took us to Thomas Hill and Linn’s, another highlight was my invite to at last visit the Hearst Castle. Being a California native, it’s a bit embarrassing that the castle has been on my to-do list FOREVER. […]
A term I have noticed suddenly coming to the front burner is “Farm to Table” dining. This means that your meal is sourced from locally grown (usually organic) produce and locally raised meats. I find it especially exciting when your dish is from right outside […]
While there are so many subjects that come to mind when you hear “Los Angeles”, I feel like “Food and Wine” may not be the first thing that you think of. LA became famous for its Hollywood glam, the rich and famous, beaches and its […]
Los Angeles is massive, no doubt about it. Sometimes, you can definitely feel like a small fish in a huge pond trying to find your way. Thus, why it is the best when you discover your watering holes in the city and the places where […]
Remember awhile back when I introduced you to my new favorite place, San Antonio Winery? Well, this past weekend I was invited to return to this beautiful, one of a kind landmark in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. This time around, I was not […]
Remember last week when I introduced you to San Antonio Winery? Well, the reason for that amazing afternoon in Downtown LA was for their “Wine Blending” class they were holding. When the invite appeared in my inbox, do you think I hesitated to say YES?! […]
Step it up Grab your phone Get your suitcase There is no time to waste A big adventure awaits (Tori Amos, 500 Miles) Did you miss me?! I have been AWOL for afew days. It was not planned, but what happens when one of your […]
