A Photo Gallery: The Fabulous Crowds of Music Fans Bottle Rock 2018 is right around the corner… with tickets selling out in a matter of hours… with a line up of superstars … and oodles of fantastic Napa wine, beer and food… Sign me up. Due to the plethora of amazing moments that each year […]
CIA Greystone Napa Appellation Trail Tasting
Whether you’re interested in shopping for culinary delights or dining in the award-winning restaurant, most food lovers agree, CIA Greystone Napa offers a fantastic backdrop. I recently had the pleasure of spending the weekend at FlavorNapa 2013. Some of the events took place on the historic CIA property in Napa, including the Appellation Trail Tasting. […]
Festival Survival Guide for BottleRock Napa Valley
Who to see, what to drink and how to survive. A Guide to Everything BottleRock Napa with Top Hot Spots for Wine Country Shenanigans… Get your wine glass, fashion favorites and your picnic bag ready. This Memorial Day LIVE music festival is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. With a stellar line up for 2017, Bottle Rock […]
Living Life Out Loud at BottleRock Napa 2015
The music, food and wine that are making an appearance at the event, are top notch, true to Napa Valley’s style and reputation. We are only 3 days away from BottleRock Napa 2015. This 3 day festival is a fave of mine as it is for many locals and tourists alike. Are YOU Ready? I know […]
Wine + Food + Beer + Music – Bottle Rock Napa
Bottle Rock Napa 2014 is here, folks, and I couldn’t be happier. Us locals to Wine Country think of the Bottle Rock show as an event that kicks off the summer fun in Northern California. This year I am happy to be part of the BottleRock Napa Social Media Team…We are only 5 days away from #BRNV14! Over 60 bands […]
Interactive Lunch with Chef Todd English in Napa
How many chances does one get to cook in a kitchen as fabulous as the one at Culinary Institute of America? In my case…so far only one. It was memorable to say the least, however, and I very much plan to schedule another visit and cooking class at CIA Greystone in Napa, California. Microsoft’s Bing […]
Fire Baked Pizza & Wine in Napa at Redd Wood
I had passed through the beautiful courtyard outside Redd Wood Restaurant in Napa but hadn’t had the pleasure to visit until recently. Even from the outside, with the building’s floor to ceiling windows and brick-lined walks, Richard Reddington’s new dining room is sure to draw one’s attention. Boasted as ” a superbly stylish Italian-inspired eatery” and […]
Fierce Napa Grapes Live On Mountain Tops
One day while waiting in the car for the kids to finish school, I noticed a lovely photo on my Instagram feed of rolling mountain vineyards with a light dusting of snow. Later that same day, more grapes with snow covered grounds. Checking out the caption, I was shocked to see that these vines were […]
Napa Pine Ridge Winery Celebrates 35 Years
Whenever I visit Napa, I know I can count on one of my mainstay girlfriends to recommend great spots to stop, sip & enjoy. Jacqueline is a beautiful women both inside and out… and the girl also knows her wine…making her even more attractive. “If you have to ask if it’s to early to drink […]
A Little Slice of Italy in Napa Valley
“What is it you do for a living?” asks my 12 year old. I was owner of a web design business for the past 10 years and my kids could wrap their heads around this job description easily. I also imported & sold ergonomic chairs for several years across the U.S. Easy to explain. Recently […]