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Ladyface Ale Companie / Alehouse & Brasserie – Lunch May 1, 2017

My brother, his wife and my 2 nephews live about 10 minutes as the crow flies from Ladyface Alehouse. I met owner Cyrena Nouzille at the LA Weekly Burgers and Beer event a few days prior where they made one … Continue reading

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Leonardo’s Cucina Italiana – Lunch – April 27th 2017 – Santa Ynez, CA.

Leonardo is as nice as he is handsome, you just can’t believe that a man like him still exists. He exudes class and elegance. But can be extremely chatty and friendly, go figure. What ever he is or is not … Continue reading

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Succulent Café Wine Charcuterie – Dinner – April 26th, 2017

Here is another delightful experience to add on to my tasting journey. From the outside, it looks like any other Danish-type restaurant here in Solvang, but what you don’t see is the deliciousness of all the menu items. They have … Continue reading

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Hadsten House Inn and Spa Stay and Dinner – April 25 & 26, 2017

From the outside you would never know what this hotel is all about. It’s located on highway 246 on the way to Solvang, and it looks just like every other Danish style building that this area has to offer. Once … Continue reading

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Bottlest Winery/Bar/Bistrot – Dinner – April 25, 2017

Sometimes you can’t help to deal with what life offers you on any given day or evening. This was one of those nights. I ordered a Hibiscus Lemonade, and a Filthy Martini from the bar. I was just settling in … Continue reading

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Toscano – Lunch April 23 – Santa Inez

This was a huge surprise. I stopped in for lunch and really had the best, freshest experience there. I met Michele at The Vintners event where he invited me to try out the cuisine. It’s in a modest shopping center, … Continue reading

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For Friends Stay – April 23 & 24, 2017 – Santa Ynez, CA.

Now this is what I call luxurious. The setting couldn’t have been any better. For Friends is located in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, right smack in the middle of the very charming downtown area, and less than … Continue reading

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April 22, 2017 – Eleven Wine Lounge Santa Ynez

Probably one of the most unique tastings I have ever done, because instead of my choosing off the menu and pairing my delicacies with wine, the food was pretty much buffet style with some offerings, but really not what I … Continue reading

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Santa Barbara Vintners Spring Weekend- Saturday Afternoon (Festival), April 22- 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Festival Grand Tasting at Riverview Park (Buellton) – The 35th Annual Santa Barbara Vintners New Release Festival Grand Tasting at the beautiful River View Park in Buellton, the heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country. The Vintners Festival is the largest … Continue reading

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April 5, 2017 – Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Humanitarian Award 2017 National Tribute Dinner – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA.

Ron Meyer was honored with Simon Wiesenthal Center Humanitarian Award Ceremony at a very politically charged gala. NBC Universal vice chairman Ron Meyer received the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Humanitarian Award at the organization’s 2017 National Tribute Dinner, aka the Oscars … Continue reading

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