I love to go to artisan fairs. Whether it’s food or crafts I enjoy perusing the wares offered by local creatives. Sometimes, I enjoy them so much that I just have to make a purchase. Recently, I was at the Patchwork Show in Santa Ana […]
Man, I love a good espresso drink. Back in the day I used to hate coffee. But then I discovered espresso and all the amazing drinks made from it. Lattes, Mochas, Macchiatos…I love them all! Recently I was invited by Tastemade to enjoy an evening […]
You know I love a good cocktail. So when the folks at Partida Tequila offered to send me a few samples I couldn’t resist. Partida Tequila, based out of San Francisco, is grown near a dormant volcano in the Tequila Valley of Mexico. The agave […]
When I think of culinary destinations Irvine is not one of the cities that comes to mind. And yet… You see, I recently discovered a couple of places that have surprised me. Irvine won’t be topping my foodie list anytime soon but I am impressed […]
It’s Friday and you know what that means – it’s five o’clock somewhere! Now I love to go out and try a new watering hole but that can get a bit pricey. Plus, it’s fun to stay in and gab with friends while snacking on […]
It’s funny how the world works. Once upon a time butcher shops were everywhere and it was the only way to purchase meat. Then came the supermarkets and everyone started buying their meat pre-packaged. Now, the butcher shop is back. It may not be as […]