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31st Central Coast Wine Classic: Sweet Ending Events in Santa Barbara
For the first time in the history of the Central Coast Wine Classic Archie McLaren, founder and chairman, decided to tie-in Santa Barbara for the last three days...
Winery of the Week: Seebass Vineyards – Mendocino County, Ca
The folks at Seebass Vineyards have been growing grapes on their estate, in California’s Mendocino County for over thirty years. Much of that fruit is sold...
George’s Rants and Raves: Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch
Just when you get used to Scotch having unpronounceable names that no one can even spell, along comes Monkey Shoulder Scotch. This is not some Johnny come lately...
Wines of the Week: Barra & Girasole Vineyards – Mendocino County, Ca
Just north of Ukiah in Mendocino County, California, Charlie Barra grows grapes, and he’s got a little bit of experience. This year, he’ll complete his 71st...
Catalina Island: A Pacific Playground
Just 22 miles off the Southern California coast, Catalina Island has long been regarded as a Pacific paradise where families, romantics, adventurers and business...
George’s Rants and Raves: Wild Docta and Wild Sit Russ
Did you ever wonder who in the hell those 4 out of 5 scientists are who one week inform you that coffee will kill you and then that very following week tell you...
Cooking with Ellen: Pasta with Ricotta and Peas
I started out with a goal this year. I wanted to completely change the way I cooked for my family, so I set myself a goal. I was going to identify 15 winning recipes...
“Shush” the Summer Heat with these Shandy Slush Cocktails
We’re in the midst of summer and the occasion encourages one to sit back and relax, whether it’d be with a refreshing beverage or just a mental refresher. ...
Wines of the Week: Awesome Albariño for Under $20
Rías Baixas is renowned for the Albariño grape, an indigenous variety that produces some of the world’s foremost white wines. Located in the Galicia region of...
Ratskeller Munchen: Bavarian History in the Heart of Munich
On August 25th 1867 the first foundation stone was laid for this honorable venue, and on August 1st 1874 the Ratskeller opened its doors for the first time. Since...
