Have you shopped at the new Grocery Outlet bargain market yet? The new individually owned grocery stores are taking Southern California by storm with their bargain prices on natural and organic foods, health and beauty products, gluten free brands, and every day grocery items. Frozen foods include socially conscious brands like Annie’s, Morning Star and […]
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Silver Oak
Before you settle into the Super Bowl game and football food action, a gentle reminder that next weekend is Valentine’s weekend and if you haven’t made a plan for treating your sweetie to something special, you should get on that. Many romantic, fine dining restaurants are already booked – I dined at Selanne’s Steak Tavern […]
Foodie’s Guide to Fitness and Weight Loss – Meal Planning
Meal planning and prep is an integral part of a successful weight loss program. If your fridge and pantry are not stocked with healthy, nutritious, pre-prepped fruits, vegetables and proteins, you’re much more likely to give in to take-out or fast casual dining, and regretting it later. Being a food enthusiast, food lover or “foodie” […]
The Foodie’s Guide to Fitness and Weight Loss
1. Start Now. Of course it’s the new year and many people are motivated to make changes to improve their health. But if you’re reading this any other time of year – start now – even if you have 60 lbs. to lose, it can be done. For the first time in a very long […]
Holiday Cocktails for Bourbon Lovers
Entertaining tip #1: Welcome your guests with a distinctive cocktail that sets the tone for what’s to come. One that refreshes and tantalizes the tastebuds, but not too strong because you want your guests still upright for dessert. Leading off with a Bourbon Mai Tai presented by Chef Ouita Michel, Chef-in-Residence at Woodford Reserve, at a […]
Bing + Bubbles + Brunch at Del Mar Race Track
Looking for fun events during Thanksgiving weekend in the Orange County – San Diego County area? We drove down to sunny Del Mar today and enjoyed a delicious and relaxing champagne brunch with friends at the exclusive Turf Club. The Bing Crosby Season at Del Mar Race Track runs from October 29 – November 29. […]
10 Everyday Superfoods For a Healthier You
Autumn brings cooler days for wearing cozy sweaters and glorious hues of crimson, orange, and yellow as the trees change color, but it also ushers in the beginning of flu season. Flu outbreaks can happen as early as October and can last as late as May. This year, I’m feeling ahead of the game since […]
“Kathryn Hall” Release Party – HALL Wines, Napa Valley
Wine tasting at the world-class vineyards of Napa Valley is an unparalleled experience and for lovers and collectors of lush, dark, jammy cabernets, HALL Wines is a must. Last weekend I was fortunate to be able to attend the “Kathryn Hall”Release Party at HALL Wines in St. Helena. Each year, Kathryn and Craig Hall, owner/vitners […]
2nd Annual Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival
Food lovers and wine enthusiasts – novice and connoisseurs alike, flocked to last year’s Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival, establishing it as Newport Beach’s premier wine and food event. Sponsored by American & Southern Wine & Spirits and happening October 2-4, 2015, it promises to be even better than last year – beginning with […]
Summer Duffy Rides in Newport Beach
The lazy days of summer are drawing to a close. I know it when a trip to Target reveals all the Back-to-School promotions and we watch gaggles of beach-goers with kids in tow dragging boogie boards and coolers to catch the last days of family fun in the sun. No summer in SoCal is complete […]