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Wines of the Week: Inviting Rhone Reds from the Livermore Valley
The Livermore Valley, located just southeast of San Francisco, is an ideal area for growing Rhone grape varieties. Yet, it seems to slip under most people’s...
Green Star Organic Coffee: Grand Opening in the Santa Barbara Public Market
When the Santa Barbara Public Market opened recently at 38 W. Victoria Street, on the corner of Victoria and Chapala Streets, in Santa Barbara, among the unique...
Wines of the Week: Tasty Rhones from Pomar Junction
At Pomar Junction, not only do they make some tasty Rhone wines, they produce them in a way that protects people and the planet. You see, they’re one of many...
Wines of the Week: Rich Rhone Reds from Paso Robles
Paso Robles is a premier growing region for red Rhone varieties in California. The area tends to produce hearty, food-friendly wines that are ideal for any summer...
Father’s Day Cocktails
Father’s Day is around the corner, and whether Dad’s idea of a perfect day is spent on the links, sharing a steak fresh from the grill or kicking back watching...
Wines of the Week: Lovely Rhone Whites & Rosé from Paso Robles
Rhone grape varieties grown in California produce some lovely white and rosé wines. They tend to be lively, floral, and bright, which makes them ideal to drink...
Carmel Wine Walk: A Passport to Fun and Great Tastings
If you are a wine lover, and looking to learn about the great wines in the Carmel area, you should contact the Carmel Chamber of Commerce to obtain a package of...
George’s Rants and Raves: Caorunn Gin
Of all the spirits that abound upon this planet, I do believe gin has the most poisonous history of them all. Sure, white lightning and moonshine and absinthe are...
Wines of the Week: 90+ Point Rhone Reds from Lake County
Lake County, in California, is a place where red Rhone varieties can thrive. Yet, most wine drinkers don’t seem to be aware of the quality that is available....
George’s Rants and Raves: G’Vine Gin & Averna Amaro Siciliano
AAHHH, springtime has finally come, and my thoughts naturally turn to Gin and the coming spirits of summer. What were you expecting? At my age, sex comes in a strong...
