The Natural Demystifying natural, organic, and biodynamic wines Posted on March 7, 2017 Serious wine lovers, both self-styled and professional, frequently hear the terms “natural,” “biodynamic,” and “organic” used to describe wine. Even casual wine drinkers have seen them appear on wine lists. What do the terms actually mean and, most importantly, is the wine…
Urban Solace Catering Posted February 24, 2017 Restaurateur/chef Matt Gordon has teamed up with San Diego catering expert and longtime colleague, Lisa Richards of Salus Event Group, to create Urban Solace Catering. Chef Gordon owns Urban Solace in North Park and Solace and the Moonlight Lounge in Encinitas. With 33 years as a leading caterer…
Back on Track Posted on Jan. 6, 2017 So your holidays were overfilled with eggnog, cookies, pies, and other high-calorie wonders. Get back on track with organic, all-natural, and vegan as the current terms of your vernacular. If the 2017 plan is about eating better, but with the fun and flavor, the Little Italy link…
Ho Ho Hops Posted: Dec. 1, 2016 Holiday beers have historically been designed to be big-bodied, full-flavored, high-alcohol quaffs to stave off winter chills while warming the cockles of one’s heart and aiding merry-making. In the San Diego coastal region, December temperatures have been known to drop to the 60s, but that’s hardly a polar…
Tea Time Posted: Nov. 30, 2016 Holiday teas offer a whimsical way to celebrate the season, and many local hotels are offering special celebrations for you and your family to enjoy. From fancy teddy bear teas for a cause to simple afternoon sipping, there’s something for every taste. So why not consider a new holiday…