…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…
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…
Unexpected Pairings with Lebanese Food and Wine
…On a cool California evening, eight wine and food writers were guests of Open Sesame’s owner/chef Ali Kobeissi and two wine reps. We were introduced to a variety of food (via Mr. Kobeissi) and wine pairings (via Chateau Musar and IXSIR Altitudes) that would rock our world…
Breaded Veal or Beef Meatballs with Vodka Sauce
…Pastry Chef Will Torrent teams up with Nielsen Massey Vanilla to create a stunning yet quick and simple dessert…