September is California Wine Month
September is the perfect time of year to enjoy and acknowledge the contributions of California’s wine industry.
This Weekend! Red Bull Flugtag, Socal Suds, and Taste at the Beach
This weekend you can watch pigs fly in Long Beach, taste beer in Redondo, or sip some wine in Hermosa. Its summer time in Southern California!
Grgich Hills Wine Dinner at Whole Foods Plaza El Segundo, Saturday, July 24
Whole Foods Plaza El Segundo continues its series of wine dinners this Saturday with Grgich Hills Estate of Napa Valley,
Whole Foods Pairs Vegan Dishes with Wine
Last week, Whole Foods in Plaza El Segundo put a spin on their series of wine and beer dinners. Instead of the usual gourmet fare, they went completely veggie with a four course meal of all vegan dishes.
Cafe Pierre Winemaker Social Part Deux
Tonight Cafe Pierre continues its monthly series of Winemaker Socials, allowing casual connoisseurs to get up close and personal with the people behind the wine.
My Long, Lost Interview With Kelly Fleming
Back in March, Paul Martin’s American Bistro featured an exclusive dinner event with winemaker Kelly Fleming. Kelly was on hand to mingle with guests and discuss the wines from her estate that would be sampled that evening. Before the guests showed up, I met with Kelly to chat about the business of wine making and […]
This Weekend: Food & Wine Festivals From LA to OC
This weekend is full of events that will please foodies all over town. From LA, to the South Bay, to OC, there’s something for everyone!
Third Annual Pebble Beach Food and Wine Festival
The organizers of the Pebble Beach Food and Wine Festival are telling the absolute truth when they say its the “culinary event of a lifetime”. Good thing its an annual event!
Exclusive Dinner With Wine Maker Kelly Fleming
Paul Martin’s American Bistro is offering an exclusive dining experience right here in the South Bay! On Wednesday, March 24, diners are invited to enjoy a four course meal; each course will be paired with a selection from wine maker Kelly Fleming. Before the meal, diners will be treated to a selection of tray passed […]
Find the Luck of the Happy Hour at Hennessey’s Irish Tavern
With locations of Manhattan, Hermosa, and Redondo Beach, and many more as you continue south, Hennessey’s spreads its happy hour fortunes down the Pacific Coast, allowing beach lovers a chance to revel in Irish fate. Every party leprechaun needs to put these establishments on top of their pub crawl agendas so they can click their heals in a lively and […]
Valentine’s Menus for South Bay Sweeties
When couples make plans for Valentine’s Day, a romantic dinner is often the focus of their celebration. Fortunately, there are many options for love-struck diners in the South Bay. Here are just a few of them!
Wine Restaurant Liquidates and Says “Adios” to Hermosa Beach
In a recent email to its customers, Brix Restaurant of Hermosa Beach announced a quick exit from the business with plans to party until the last minute.
Redondo Beach Food and Wine Festival Pairs Napa With Neighbors
The only thing better than a food and wine festival is a food and wine festival in your own backyard! Our neighbors South Bay Events and the Crowne Plaza are bringing a grand tasting event right here to Redondo Beach.
The 100th BevMo Opens: The Mega Tasting Kickoff!
Attention all foodies: a new Bevmo has emerged in the South Bay, and it is situated on PCH in Rolling Hills (just south of the PCH and Hawthorne intersection). This location celebrated its opening in style, with a mega tasting event that benefited the Boys & Girls Club of the South Bay.
DineLA Restaurant Week Kicks Off With 1st Bite at Wolfgang’s
Last Friday, Mayor Villaraigosa, Wolfgang Puck, and a score of chefs met up to take the first bite out of Dine LA’s upcoming Restaurant Week. The relaxed ceremony was held in Wolgang’s new-ish Bar and Grill at LA Live, which the owner was happy to show off. “California cuisine has inspired me throughout my entire […]