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Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards
Los Olivos, Ca. We found it only appropriate that since Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards is in the midst of celebrating their 40th year (and we just visited the winery a few weeks ago), it’s the perfect time to share what we love about this place! It was here... read more
North African Meatballs
North African Meatballs, Couscous with Dried Dates and Glazed Carrots: If you’re like us, when it comes to planning what to have for dinner, it can sometimes be somewhat of a process. We like to be adventurous, but we have the kids to think about. We like to eat... read more
Melville Vineyards & Winery
Lompoc, Ca. Along Highway 246 heading towards Lompoc, you can’t help but notice the yellow Mediterranean style building popping out amidst the rolling hills that are filled with vineyards. Home to Melville Vineyards & Winery, this estate is located on a... read more
Cornerstone Cellars
Yountville, Ca. Like we’ve said before, the small town of Yountville in Napa Valley has a lot to offer to its visitors. Five-star restaurants, luxury accommodations, wineries and lots of shopping. One other added bonus about Yountville, is that you are simply... read more
William Harrison Vineyards & Winery
St. Helena, Ca. When setting out to do wine tasting, there are many different options when it comes to the style of winery you can visit. There are the big, more corporate style places with huge wine production and then on the flip side, you can choose to visit the... read more
NapaStyle
Yountville, Ca. We’ve always enjoyed watching Michael Chiarello host his cooking show “Easy Entertaining” on the Food Network. Michael’s style of cooking “marries the rich traditions of his Italian culinary heritage with the casual style... read more
PlumpJack Winery
Oakville, Ca. For us, hearing the word PlumpJack, means only one thing…premium Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, not a character in a Shakespeare play. Founders Gavin and Gordon Getty pay homage to Shakespeare’s Henry IV, Sir John “PlumpJack”... read more
Whitcraft Winery
Santa Barbara, Ca. Found just a few blocks from the beach in Santa Barbara, Whitcraft Winery is another place we have been enjoying wines for many years now. Owner Chris Whitcraft is a veteran when it comes to the Santa Barbara wine scene. He has been in the wine... read more
Chocolats du CaliBressan
Santa Barbara, Ca. Wine + Hand-Crafted Chocolates = LOVE We thought today being Valentine’s Day and all was the perfect time to talk about our favorite chocolatier located in Santa Barbara, Ca…Chocolats du CaliBressan. These chocolates are so... read more
Rancho Caymus Inn
Napa Valley, Ca Rancho Caymus Inn is centrally located in Rutherford, Ca just off Highway 29 and close to several wineries and restaurants. Cheryl, a very close friend of ours, has always had rave reviews about this place and we thought we’d give it a... read more
Villa Creek Cellars
Paso Robles, Ca. We thought it would be fun to share with you what our 7 year old son wrote about Villa Creek Cellars. First of all, a little background on Julian. He loves to cook! He dreams of becoming a chef and owning his own restaurant someday. He also wants to... read more
Goose & Gander
St. Helena, Ca. We were tipped off to go check out the bar at one of St. Helena’s newer restaurants, Goose & Gander. So after dinner, we were ready to enjoy a drink with our friends before turning in for the day. Goose & Gander is located where the old... read more
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