Women’s History Month is a time to focus on legendary women like Julia Morgan. In the early twentieth century, when men dominated the field of architecture, Morgan broke barriers to become the first licensed woman architect in California. Famous for her innovative designs, meticulous engineering, and lasting landmarks, including the renowned Hearst Castle, Morgan made
I am pleased to announce that Ken Bornstein and my video, Sensorio Illuminating Paso Robles, won the Gold Award in the Travel Shorts Category in the 34th Annual North American Travel Journalist Association, NATJA Awards Competition. Travel Shorts: Sensorio Sensorio is a standout light exhibit set in the landscape of Paso Robles. One strolls along
As the new year begins, it’s time to share my Best Wine 2025 year in review, highlighting standout wines and memorable tasting experiences from the past year. In addition to in-person and Zoom tastings in Los Angeles, I traveled to Paso Robles, El Dorado County, Amador County, and Morgan Hill to explore their wineries. As
In 2025, my travel adventures took me to Lafayette, Paso Robles, El Dorado County, Amador County, New York, Concord, Livermore, Santa Maria, and Morgan Hill. I traveled both virtually and in person. Enjoy my 2025 travel year-in-review as I continue to broaden my horizons by exploring new places. My travel plans were more limited because,
While viticulture can be more challenging in some states, and knowing almost every state grows grapes and produces wine, I enjoy discovering the wines of each state in the union. Such is the case in Louisiana, a state I recently visited. Grape growing in Louisiana presents both challenges and exciting opportunities, and Landry Vineyards is
The colors of fall make Ashland Oregon, and the Rogue Valley wine region awe-inspiring and a place to either dream of visiting or to place on your bucket list of places to visit. Such was the case when I visited the area last fall. Nature is at its glory at that time of year, but
National Farmers Market Week takes place from August 3 to August 9. As a frequenter of farmers markets, I thought it appropriate to honor some of my favorite vendors. If you live in Los Angeles, one of my favorite markets is the Sunday Brentwood Farmers Market. It is not huge, but the quality of produce
I am thrilled to announce that my photo Akadi Lumina Forest Of Time, taken in New Brunswick, Won the Gold Award in the Landscape and Nature Photography Category in the 33rd Annual North American Travel Journalist Association, NATJA Awards Competition. Akadi Lumina Forest of Time I was moved by the lights illuminating the forest walk
The Santa Ynez Valley lies between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the San Rafael Mountains. Its landscape recalls its agricultural roots, which include pastures for raising cattle and horses. This area is recognized as the land of the Chumash. Today, vineyards dot the countryside. The fertile soils contribute to the rise of the farm-to-table dining
My first cruise occurred in 1969, when, as a teenager, my family took Princess Cruises to the Mexican Riviera on the Princess Italia. We boarded the Italia again for a cruise to Alaska the following year. Fast-forward about 50-plus years, and I enjoyed a cruise on the Discovery Princess. A lot has changed from Princess