Not sure if this qualifies for one of your “five a day”, but what the heck… Four pieces of Michael Recchiuti’s favorite flavor combo include tarragon leaves infused in extra-bitter…
Harris Ranch stinks. Don’t get me wrong. The food is terrific. The steaks are all-natural aged Harris Ranch Restaurant Reserve Beef so they’re tender and juicy. The restaurant offers all…
My son was recently visiting from New York City and we were looking for a nice little restaurant after watching the Seattle Mariners play the Los Angeles Angels at Safeco…
I just returned from Orange County’s glitz, glamour and sizzling hot weather. I might go south next weekend for the 19th Annual Taste of Newport at Newport Center Drive on…
Yesterday, my daughter Sara and I indulged in a few hours of chocolate tasting for a great cause. Project Open Hand received all proceeds as thousands of people descended on…
Years ago, I wrote ads and commercials for Caesar’s Tahoe Resort Casino (it became MontBleu Casino Resort last year). It was majestic for Lake Tahoe, but pales in comparison to…
Sometimes a story really needs pictures. And in the case of Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, I’ve decided that more is better. Salt Spring is the largest and most populated…
Somehow, Hotel Neri hides itself well. How on earth a former 13th century palace turned modern four star hotel is able to do this shows the care that went in…
My Birthday Dinner. I have a birthday coming up so have been putting together my virtual “wish-list” of Birthday Dinner Party possibilities. Here are my top three contenders: 1. Ithaa…