Napa's Inn on First can best be described as a charming gourmet bed and breakfast. In partnership with the Downtown Napa Association and the Do Napa website, I was recently able to take a brief trip...
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You’ll Never Run Out of Thing To Do on the New Norwegian Joy Cruise Ship
I was recently invited to experience the new Norwegian Joy Cruise Ship for a few days and can honestly say if you are looking for a cruise ship that will keep you entertained for days then look no...
Forage in Vancouver Wows Us With Their Sustainable Ingredients and Weekly Seasonal Menu
Forage in Vancouver prides itself on using seasonal ingredients to develop their menu which changes every week. Both the food and wine menus are divided by sea, soil, and land bringing together...
Vancouver’s Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar Perfectly Embodies Canada’s French Culinary Influence
Vancouver's Boulevard Kitchen and Oyster Bar is a wonderful example of expertly executed cuisine that beautifully blends French and western influences. The wonderful city of Vancouver has a...
This Perfect Downtown Vancouver Hotel Combines Luxury and Convenience
There is an array of options to choose from, but if you are looking for that perfect Vancouver hotel that combines luxury, amenities, and convenience then the St. Regis Hotel is a perfect choice. On...
Can’t Make it to Napa, Bottle Barn Wine Delivery Brings Wine Country to Your Door!
It's no surprise I love my wine and when I can't be in wine country, Bottle Barn is an amazing wine delivery service that brings wine country to my door. If you consider yourself to be a wine...
A Delicious Preview of Why The Leoness Cellars Restaurant is the Best Cuisine in Temecula
There are so many wonderful restaurants in Temecula Wine County, but The Leoness Cellars Restaurant is the creme de la creme. This restaurant could easily be located anywhere in the country and it...
Make Your Own Wine Blend Straight From the Barrel at Bottaia Winery in Temecula
Bottaia Winery in Temecula is one of the latest wineries to open and they offer an amazing Wine Lab experience. I personally find this to be one of the most unique ways to learn about the 6 basic...
Did You Know There is a Temecula Zoo and Animal Rescue in Wine Country?
All my time visiting Temecula Wine Country and I had no idea there was a Temecula zoo right around the corner from some of my favorite wineries. Sugarplum Zoo as an intimate animal sanctuary...
Old Town Temecula Steps Up Their Food Game with Restaurant 1909
Old Town Temecula seems to be having a resurgence of visitors and there's no doubt that restaurant 1909 is the reason why. Most visitors head straight to Temecula Wine Country not realizing how...
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The Bayside Restaurant Happy Hour in Newport Beach Offers Diners Mini Meals!
Our quest to find the best Orange County happy hours brought us to the Bayside Restaurant happy hour in Newport Beach. Each of their happy hour items is like a complete mini-meal. With prices ranging from $11- $13, diners can...
Andrei’s Irvine Happy Hour Menu is Mouth Watering and Massive!
Andrei's Irvine Happy Hour Menu has plenty of mouth-watering options to satisfy your hunger after a long workday. From tempting kabobs to portobello fries, this happy hour menu is sure to delight any craving. Andrei's...
Enticing Eats from Eddie V’s Happy Hour Menu in Newport Beach
Eddie V's happy hour in Newport Beach is one of the most popular spots to enjoy after a long workday. The bar is always filled with diners and for good reason. They offer a great selection of enticing eats on their happy hour...
A Tasty Preview of Fleming’s Happy Hour Menu in Newport Beach
Fleming's happy hour in Newport Beach has been a favorite of mine for as long as I can remember. Even when I lived in Los Angeles I used to frequent their Beverly Hills location regularly. Almost 9 yrs later I still consider...
Eddie V’s Restaurant Just Might Be The Most Decadent Dinner of Your Dreams!
Eddie V's restaurant easily has one of the most decadent and timeless fine dining menus. Guests can expect rich flavors like their Béarnaise drenched Oscar-style bacon wrapped Filet, Banana Fosters Butter Cake, and Truffle Mac...
Could Oliver’s Osteria be the Most Authentic Italian Cuisine in Orange County?
There was a recent thread on my Nextdoor app searching for the most authentic Italian cuisine in Orange County and I could not help but notice all the recommendations for Oliver's Osteria. I, of course, did not waste any time...
Bello in Newport Beach Offers Authentic Italian Cuisine in Orange County
Bello in Newport Beach recently opened taking over the Pita Jungle in The Bluffs shopping center. Owner and chef Sando Nardone prides his new restaurant with introducing true Italian cuisine to his dinners. Bello puts a focus on...
Celebrate the Holidays with Fun Festivities at Knott’s Merry Farm
The holiday season is in full swing at Knott’s Merry Farm beginning November 22nd through January 5th! The park features many seasonal festivities and delightful experiences for everyone to enjoy. New this year is a wonderful...