The Willows at the Chumash Casino Resort is one of those very special dining experiences. One would think the restaurant would have the same bustle and environment as a gambler’s paradise, being located in the casino. Contrary, The Willows Restaurant does not; it is Santa Ynez Valley’s best-kept secret. Named for the willow trees located
My adventures in Argentina began with a charming getaway that has everything you could desire when it comes to a relaxing time, fabulous wines, sumptuous meals, and wonderful accommodations. Terrazas de Los Andes is a Luján De Cuyo destination winery that involves each visitor in a unique epicurean experience. It was my first stop on
I recently had the fortune to travel to Argentina for an international wine adventure! The second day of this unforgettable journey in Argentina took me to Cheval des Andes a winery located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. Considered the “New World Grand Cru,” the winery is located on 50 hectares in the Las
The latest Santa Ynez Valley Restaurant to open is the Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn. It is the latest project by Matt and Jeff Nichols and is currently the trendiest place to dine in Santa Ynez Valley. After being open for two weeks with a group of friends, we decided to see how it
The Sunset Savor the Central Coast showcases the wines and cuisines of the California Central Coast. I was able to attend and discover that what makes the event extra special are the Adventure Tours that take place over the days before the main weekend event. These Adventure Tours include a variety of activities, from visiting
A visit to Paso Robles must include a stay at the Historic hotel, Paso Robles Inn, where one can experience the mineral springs. Paso Robles was originally known for its Mineral Springs, which brought many travelers. Cattle ranchers, almond and apple growers, and dairy farmers were the first to settle in the area. Today, Paso
For those who have not been exposed to the wines of New Zealand’s Cloudy Bay, you are missing a real treat, especially for those white wine lovers. Cloudy Bay’s Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay are superb. Last Thursday, at the time of writing this article, Cloudy Bay enamored Los Angeles with a launch party showing off
The Rhone Rangers wine tasting brings together wineries from all over California who pride themselves in creating Rhone varietals and blends from the 22 grape varieties known in France’s Rhone Valley. The majority of the wineries at this event were from the Central Coast, encompassing the regions of Santa Barbara County, Paso Robles, and Monterey
In the summertime, when the heat is aspiring to 100-degree digits, it is always pleasant to dine al fresco and enjoy a nice, refreshing, crisp wine. That leaves the field open to white wines and those pinks that are becoming ever so popular. There is one wine that definitely fills this bill, especially if you
Sitting on board a flight to St Louis, I’m reminded of my visit to Hermann Missouri, the charming town situated along the Missouri River in the heart of the Missouri Wine Country. The location of Hermann is reminiscent of the Rhine River Valley and the quaint German Towns that reside along its banks. The German