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Posted by Elizabeth on May 10, 2012

Paso Robles Wine Festival–Reserve now!

Paso Robles 30th Annual Wine Festival is scheduled from May 18th to the 20th, 2012. I have attended this festival the past two years and find it a wonderful way to celebrate the finest in food and wine. It is here the visitor can embrace the wide range of all that comes to mind when thinking about Paso Robles Wine Country. One can experience the personality and rich history that is reflected in every...

Posted by Emily on May 9, 2012

Petros- Going Greek uptown

Even though it was Cinco de Mayo and one would expect the whole population of Santa Barbara to be sipping margaritas and dancing to Mariachis, Petros was packed and buzzing with excitement. The renovation from the old Cafe Buenos Aires- was I the only person who liked lunch on the patio there?- has been done beautifully and completely-right down to the marble bathrooms and the ultra modern outdoor heaters....

Posted by Elizabeth on May 7, 2012

2012 Vintner’s Festival Adventure

The Thirtieth Annual Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Festival closed with high marks. Temperatures soared to ninety plus degrees but the superb wine and food put smiles on the faces of those attending. Many took a brief respite to wander up the rolling hills and relax with a sip of wine under shade of the majestic oaks. The wineries were arranged in alphabetical order beginning with Alexander...

Posted by Elizabeth on May 7, 2012

Rhone Rangers in Los Angeles

I just visited Stolpman Winery in Lompoc. Now they will be joining the wineries listed below in Los Angeles. Put the Rhone Ranger event on you calendar. It is the largest tasting in Southern California for American-Grown Rhone Wines – June 3 at Vibiana, 214 South Main St, Los Angeles .Over 40 wineries, 200 wines will be available for tasting. Food trucks will provide tasty treats for pairing...

Posted by Elizabeth on Apr 19, 2012

Canaletto Cucina Italiana–Newport Beach, California

A trip to Newport Beach does not seem complete without a visit to Canaletto Cucina Italiana. Canaletto is part of the Il Fornio restaurant group which has 16 locations in California and others can be found in Colorado, Virginia, Washington and Nevada. The only other Canaletto is located in Las Vegas. One of the features of all the Il Fornio restaurants is their Festa Regionale which changes monthly....

Posted by Emily on Apr 1, 2012

San Ysidro Ranch Updated

I know I have reviewed the Plow and Angel Restaurant before but having eaten there again twice this week, new remarks are warranted.First, the outdoor garden patio is magical and probably the prettiest spot in Santa Barbara for a romantic dinner. You truly feel you have been spirited away to Tuscany from the first plate of homegrown radishes and tiny olives set on your table.Enough outside heaters allow...

Posted by Elizabeth on Mar 15, 2012

Taste of Solvang

The 20th annual Taste of Solvang runs from March 14th to 18th. A celebration of Solvang’s rich culinary and cultural heritage is packed into four days of food and wine. The kickoff began with a farmers market tour, two cooking classes, and wine dinner at Valley Vino Wine Bar, pictured to the left. I attended the market walk and cooking demonstration presented by Chef David Cecchini of Cecco...

Posted by Elizabeth on Mar 2, 2012

Paso Robles Wine Festival

The Paso Robles Wine Festival will celebrate its 30th year this May 18th to the 20th. This celebration of the finest in food and wine will invite wine enthusiasts to experience how personality and rich history are reflected in every wine created throughout the Paso Robles Wine Country. Attendees will be able to sample fantastic food and exceptional wines, not only at the downtown park, but at more...