If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you may find yourself longing to escape the grey rainy days of hustling and working hard to a slower pace where you can relax in a mild sunny …
Affordable Luxury at the Allegretto Vineyard Resort
Thank you to the Allegretto Vineyard Resort and the Paso Robles CAB Collective for hosting our stay. Paso Robles is a booming area for world-class wines and is quickly growing into a tourism mecca for …
The Passion of Paso Robles Cabernet
Thank you to the Paso Robles Cab Collective for hosting the trip for Daily Dish Magazine to experience the flavors of Paso. Nestled just 30 miles north of San Luis Obispo at the foothills of …
Visiting Napa Valley Wineries and Beyond
Napa. The name signifies wine country but there is so much more to offer. Let’s explore visiting Napa Valley Wineries & Beyond! Located in Northern California, Napa Valley is most well-known for its …
Uncensored Wines
I have been introduced to a new wine that I am now very fond of. It is Geyser Peak Wineries, Uncensored Wines. I recently received two bottles to try; Uncensored Red and Uncensored White. Geyser …
Biltmore Estate Sparkling Collection #WineWednesday
I used to not be a big fan of Sparkling Wines and Champagne but that is changing rapidly the more I try. The third collection I have had the pleasure of tasting is the Biltmore …
Gourmet Gift Tower Giveaway
Gourmet Gift Tower Giveaway! The Holidays are coming quickly and it’s time to start thinking about Holiday Gifts. Being that we are all foodies here, we have the chance for you to win one of …
Wine Tasting: Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Sauvignon Blanc
I have been a wine drinker now for about 10 years. For the first many years, I did not know a good wine from a bad wine. I liked crazy sweet wines and never really …
Wine on Wednesday: Zinfandel
Welcome to this Week’s Edition of Wine on Wednesday! Today’s Wine on Wednesay: Zinfandel Today’s Wine on Wednesday focuses on Red Zinfandel. Red Zinfandel (also known as Primitivo) is a wine synonymous with …
D23 ~ The Ultimate for Disney Fans #DestinationVacation
Who here is also a BIG Disney fan? I have loved Disney since I was a little girl and going to Disneyland and watching Disney movies NEVER gets old! That is why I decided this …
Weekly Wine ~ XYZin
Zinfandel. What comes to my mind is a light pink fruity drink. Something I might pour chilled on a hot summer night. When I received the 2011 Old Vine Vintage of XYZin my expectations …
Napa Valley Wines – Franciscan Estate
The famous Napa Valley is recognized worldwide for exceptional wines. Franciscan Estate is living up to all expectations when it comes to Equilibrium White Blend. When Winemaker, Janet Myers and the team created this …
Portola Hotel Monterey Review
If you happen to be traveling to Monterey, California… The Portola Hotel is MY choice of accomodations while visiting. Why? Well, I’m glad you asked! *Disclaimer – I recieved a reduced media rate in …
Pebble Beach Food & Wine Lexus Grand Tasting
The sixth annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine event at the Pristine Inn at Spanish Bay proved to be a spectacular show. In addition to the multiple seminars, cooking demos, interactive lunches and dinners, the …
Dine and Dash – Cannery Row with Soul – A Kia Soul that is!
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to drive the new 2013 Kia Soul. I decided to make a fun day of it and make a quick drive down to Cannery Row in Monterey for a …
Pebble Beach Food & Wine – Secrets of a Sommelier
This last weekend I had the pleasure of attending the sixth annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine Event. It was truly an amazing experience and feel so fortunate I get to share it with all …
Pebble Beach Food and Wine Returns for 2013
The Pebble Beach Food and Wine Event 2013 is just 4 short days away and it is sure to be a blast. The event is presented by Food & Wine Magazine and takes place April …
Avocado Recipes and Nutrition
Is the Avocado really all it’s cracked up to be? The answer is YES! This little bumpy green thing really is as good as all the hype! So I have some avocado recipes and nutrition …