…The “Spring Fling” produce tasting at Melissa’s World Variety Produce (Los Angeles) exceeded my expectations. I was surprised to find myself not only experiencing new vegetables, but also being introduced to innovative vacuum sealed produce as well…
Long Beach Restaurant Week March 22 through 28
…It’s time again to raise a fork to Long Beach, CA’ s Second Annual Restaurant Week taking place March 22 – 28, 2015. Last year was good, this year looks even better as the restaurants get their second-year food groove on to tantalize your palate…
Santa Barbara wine scene today
…I am going to share some wines to look out for while you’re there or can find online or in your local (well-stocked) wine store. These were brought to my attention at the LA Wine Writers food and wine pairing hosted by Morgen McLaughlin executive director of the Santa Barbara Vintners Association. Food pairings were created by the Hotel Angelino’s Chef Laura Scollan…
The New Face of Arizona Wines Available at Lawrence Dunham Vineyards Wine Gallery
…Arizona wines are having their moment … and you can taste some of the best Arizona vineyards have to offer at a boutique wine tasting room in downtown Scottsdale…
A Recipe for Cultivating Good
…When you’re in the Temecula area, be sure to visit E.A.T. Marketplace to see for yourself what the buzz is all about. I personally took time out to attend a seminar the Cultivating Good group put on for a group of food writers. To say we were inspired, engaged and enthusiastic is just the tip of defining our time there. We were treated to food samples (BBQ Ranch Chicken Wrap, Caramel Apple Smoothie, Kale House Rock Salad, Paleo cookie, bacon donuts and Kombucha), smoothies, tea and quality time with the masters behind Cultivating Good…