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…