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Stay at Napa Winery Inn Feb. 5 & 6, 2014

This used to be the John Muir Inn, similar to a Best Western; it had just undergone a lot of renovation, and was still getting a facelift when I got there. The front entrance was under construction, but that really … Continue reading

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Lavender Hill Spa Treatment – Feb. 5, 2014

Located right next door to The Wine Way Inn, literally you can walk out the front door and be at the spa in sixty seconds. It is very convenient, as well as a nice way to spend a few stolen … Continue reading

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Stay at Wine Way Inn – February 4, 2014

Calistoga is one of my favorites places on earth. It boosts outstanding Napa Valley wines, but more important for me it has the most rejuvenating mineral baths on earth. The Wine Way Inn will help you escape into a peaceful … Continue reading

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Dinner Compadres Rio Grill – Feb. 2, 2014

This place has been open for 27 years, so it is somewhat of a staple in Napa. It is off the beaten path near the Wal-Mart, but pushed back from a street parking lot. It is an independent structure, which … Continue reading

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Stay at Churchill Manor Feb 2, 3 & 9, 2014

When you first walk in you will notice the grandeur and opulence of an era long gone, but Church Hill Manor manages to keep itself authentic and timely. This place oozes grace and charm and all I can say is … Continue reading

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Jan. 2, 2013 – Dinner at Purple Room

Sunshine, lollipops, and everything purple is what The Purple Room is all about. It’s an amazing array of fun loving Coachella folks wanting to eat drink and be merry. This place will remind you of when times were sleek and … Continue reading

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Dinner at Bossa Nova – Dec. 18, 2013

I consider West Hollywood to be my hometown; I have lived here for close to 23 years. I have seen many changes and have always been very happy to be a member of this community. Bossa Nova is located in … Continue reading

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Lunch at Dog Haus – Dec. 3, 2013

Tucked away on a back street, a small distance from the craziness of Old Town Pasadena lies an oasis filled with good ole fashion Americana, but with a gourmet twist. Here you will find all of your favorite fast food … Continue reading

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Massage at Somatherapy – Nov. 20, 2013/Dinner at Lulu’s Nov. 20, 2013/Dinner Castelli’s Nov. 21, 2013

Massage at Somatherapy – Nov. 20, 2013 I met Margaret Hines at the Women’s convention, where I got a mini chair massage. She was so nice and invited me to her school to experience the 1-hour treatment. This is the … Continue reading

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Bed and Breakfast Stay – Casa Cody Nov. 20 & 21, 2013 and Lunch at Backstreet Bistro – Nov. 20, 2013

Bed and Breakfast Stay – Casa Cody Nov. 20 & 21, 2013 When you first get on the property you are stunned at how far down the street it goes, but the website is very misleading, it looks a lot … Continue reading

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