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The WineSellar & Brasserie Many years ago — well 2011, to be exact — a young and dogged chef, Luke Johnson, helmed a gourmet gem masquerading as a quaint wine bar at the foot of the Segal Building in Little Italy, the pet project of the food- and wine-loving spouse of the building’s namesake. It…
The Rise of Rosé Posted on: Sept. 12, 2016 If you haven’t enjoyed a good Rosé wine recently, you could be missing out on discovering all there is to appreciate in today’s world of wine. The production of Rosé wine is said to be the oldest style of winemaking in the world. In…
Ambrogio15 Posted Sept. 6, 2016 In the wake of Pacific Beach’s Table 926 comes another alphanumeric eatery, this one focused on wholesome, Milanese authenticity. Italian restaurateur Giacomo Pizzigoni spent the past two years scouring his homeland, absorbing culinary techniques and recipes, and discovering and securing vintages from biodynamic wineries. Those fruitful finds contribute…
The Perplexing Pinot Noir One of the world’s most planted varietals, Pinot Noir, brings passion and delight to the wine drinker. Pinot Noir wines can deliver exotic, complex bouquets featuring scents of black cherry, raspberry, spice, fresh herbs, and a hint of dark soil. Once a consumer has put their nose into a glass of…
Madison University Heights is being taken to new heights of late, thanks to bars and restaurants offering unique and stylish environments. First came the adorably dive-y Small Bar, then the expansive, marble-laden Park and Rec, and now — sandwiched between them — Madison. Like the aforementioned hotspots, this venue is high on design and spirited…
Dark Cherry Cider Posted January 5, 2016 Cheers to the New Year! Try Catamaran Resort & Spa’s natural alterna-energy and electrolyte boost, which contains apple cider vinegar, which some believe can help with everything from cholesterol and weight issues to hiccups and heart issues, and more. • 1½ oz. Malahat Spice Rum (local) • ¾…
More Rakiraki plus Pokirritos Three years after installing what is arguably the most simultaneously authentic and adventurous ramen house in San Diego, Japanese restaurateur Junya Watanabe is on the cusp of opening not one, but four different concepts in 2016. Work is nearly complete on Pokirrito, a fast-casual spot sharing a kitchen with his Kearny…
DIY Holiday Host Guide Within a chic and modern Mission Hills courtyard surrounded by geometric lines and sun-kissed succulents, a team of creative minds were hard at “play.” A rustic brick and mortar wall was the backdrop for an al fresco winter dinner as the San Diego sun dipped into the sea. Our holiday dinner…
Champagne for the Holidays As the holiday season comes about, many of us turn our celebratory drinking thoughts towards Champagne. Great Champagne is a culinary treasure, and we use it often to commemorate special events. Sometimes Champagne makes the occasion rather than marks it. Champagne is also a great wine to have with food,…
Pairings With Pizzazz The holiday season is upon us. To provide you with inspiration, we’ve paired cuisine from leading caterers with eye-catching place settings that are sure to dazzle your loved ones. Le Dimora, Bloomingdale’s, and McNally Company Antiques set beautiful tabletops with cuisine from Coast Catering by Barry Layne, Cardiff Seaside Market, and Pamplemousse…
Kohill Crushes the Competition Kohill Vineyard and Winery, a boutique winery located in Ramona, brought home a Chairman’s award and four medals from the 39th Annual Orange County Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition, the largest and most comprehensive judging of California wines in the world. This year, 2,427 wines were judged by 73 professional winemakers…
Savoring the City Posted on Oct. 5, 2015 Bertrand at Mister A’s File this under automatic/no-surprise. A fine dining fixture since before San Diego had any real fine dining culture, Bertrand Hug’s venerable penthouse white linen continues to dazzle, tastefully evolving to stay current while retaining classic French appeal. Pea gnocchi, black truffle macaroni…
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