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Mouthwatering Pig Roast, June 23, At Trattoria Toscana

Jun 19, 2019

Mouthwatering Pig Roast, June 23, At Trattoria Toscana

EXPERIENCE THE WARMTH AND FLAVORS OF SARDINIA, ITALY, RIGHT IN TEMECULA Trattoria Toscana is one of the finest restaurants in Temecula serving authentic, homemade Italian meals that bring out the flavors of each ingredient. Chef Pietro Cinus carefully selects fresh, local, organic ingredients to create daily specials as well as imports from Italy to create more traditional Tuscan meals. This Sunday you can also enjoy a unique cultural experience right here, in Temecula. A r

Chef Fish's First Pop-Up Is Fit For The Epicurean

Jun 11, 2019

Chef Fish's First Pop-Up Is Fit For The Epicurean

CHEF FISH CREATES ONE HELL OF A DISH The Fish Family are one of the most hospitable people I know and it's no wonder how they managed to pulled off such a success pop-up restaurant. The special event took place on a Monday inside a bakery in Temecula, California. Mrs. Fish did an incredible job setting up the front of the house. The candlelit space was whimsical with a touch of sophistication. What I like most about pop-up restaurants is that they're all about gastronomy.

Giveaway: Join Us For Dinner

Apr 23, 2019

Giveaway: Join Us For Dinner

HAVE YOU EVER ATTENDED A POP-UP DINNER? BE OUR GUEST! Don't miss out on this one of a kind dinner event produced by Chef Daniel Fish. Chef has curated a special menu to dazzle your palate. Rumor has it, he will prepare deconstructed potato salad, juicy sous vide rack of lamb and lemon meringue penna cotta. He is definitely a pro at making mouths water and I cannot wait to chow down with one of you! WHO: Chef Daniel Fish, Tasteful Escape & you! WHAT: It's time for a give

Chef Bustos And Belching Beaver Brewery Bring Six Courses

Mar 26, 2019

Chef Bustos And Belching Beaver Brewery Bring Six Courses

ONE OF THEE BEST FOOD AND BEER PAIRINGS HAPPENED INSIDE A SPEAKEASY A pop-up food and beer pairing event was to take place inside 101 Proof Speakeasy and I couldn't pass it up. Not only would this event be ocean side... ahem in Oceanside, California, but I find speakeasies to be alluring. I have never been to a speakeasy that didn't have an air of sophistication about them, knowledgeable mixologists, a secret door, and dim lighting. The location is certainly a factor that

RestauRanting: Provecho Grill featuring Chef Rosie O'Connor

Mar 5, 2019

RestauRanting: Provecho Grill featuring Chef Rosie O'Connor

LIVE AND IN ACTION WITH A LOCAL TOP CHEF I am excited to launch a series of fun videos that highlight people, places and events, in relation to food and travel. This creative endeavor is a long time coming, mostly as it took time to adjust to the concept of appearing live on camera. Watch as I have candid lunch dates with different people, in different places. I hope you enjoy watching as much as I enjoy creating it. Click the video above to watch now. On this episode of

Chefs Bring their A-Game to the 11th Annual SoCal Chef Open

Aug 29, 2018

Chefs Bring their A-Game to the 11th Annual SoCal Chef Open

LET'S GIVE A ROUND OF APPLAUSE TO EVENTS THAT ENCOURAGE US TO EMBRACE OUR INNER NAUGHTY PIG... ALL WHILE BEING NICE Oak Grove puts together once again, a thrilling culinary extravaganza at Pechanga Resort & Casino. On Monday, August 28, chefs brought their A–game to compete for top place in the SoCal Chef Open. There are a total of six winners and two categories– Pinnacle Award and People's Choice. This yearly event benefits Oak Grove, a non-profit residential treatment cen

Food Network Chef Designs Reading Luxury Cinemas Menu

Apr 3, 2018

Food Network Chef Designs Reading Luxury Cinemas Menu

Keep the circus going inside you, keep it going, don't take anything too seriously, it'll all work out in the end. –David Niven Time to quit clowning around and get out the fancy pants because we are going to the pre–grand opening of a luxury cinema! Yes... recently, I reserved an auditorium for my party so that we could experience the spotlight for ourselves. Avocado Toast SPOTLIGHT Spotlight service was launched in USA luxury theaters, on February 2018, and their focus is

Dish It: Baked Crispy Apple

Mar 29, 2018

Dish It: Baked Crispy Apple

Move over apple pie... this is much better! At times, don’t you just wish you could begin your meal with dessert first? My foodie friends and I met up at 4th and Mill, for a taste up. We ordered a nice spread of good ol’ comfort food, along with a captivating dessert. The Baked Crispy Apple ($7.49), from 4th and Mill, is utterly comforting and homey. Green apples are peeled, sliced and coated with cinnamon, brown sugar, and granola. It’s similar to apple pie filling with

Pro-Team Buns: Coming to an Eatery Near You

Mar 20, 2018

Pro-Team Buns: Coming to an Eatery Near You

Lettuce eat well and be healthy. We have seen a growing demand for sustainable food due to a movement for clean eating. Products made of kale, chia and coconut, as well as, labels that promote organic, free-range and natural ingredients have been all the rave, these past years. With this in mind, one man had the brilliant idea to put a patent on a lettuce bun. Soon, you may see a new healthy-choice product hit the market. In August 2017, I had the opportunity to interview

Inside a Chef’s Chanukah Holiday Feast

Dec 28, 2017

Inside a Chef’s Chanukah Holiday Feast

Food at the center of an enriching experience. I arrive at the residence of Chef Daniel Fish around five o’clock p.m., to partake for the first time ever in Chanukah, the celebrations of lights. This Jewish Celebration is traditionally observed for eight days and eight nights with special prayers, lighting the menorah, and fried food. Feeling honored and excited for this invitation, as I was in for a one of a kind experience! It was a hot California summer day, in Temecula

Recipe: Golden Milk

Dec 5, 2017

Recipe: Golden Milk

I haven't found the golden ticket, but I did find golden milk! As I value health, I try my best to maintain a balanced diet. If you ever hear me say, I am on a diet, this just means I am eating extra healthy. Luckily, never have I resorted to a gimmick weigh-loss diet. I just don't believe in them. Coming from someone who has always been slender, I believe in a mindful and active lifestyle. My morning routine consists of a hot cup of green tea which I alternate with oth

What Do Chefs Make with Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey? Here's What...

Nov 23, 2017

What Do Chefs Make with Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey? Here's What...

Don't be nervous to refurbish. Who throws out the leftovers of a Thanksgiving feast after slaving away in the kitchen for hours? Definitely, not my mother. She will transform this American bird into a Mexican one. While I'll make myself a quick sandwich, the day after; my mother will make a rich Mexican Mole Poblano with the remaining turkey. The sweet and spicy mole is dominant in flavor while maintaining the meat moist. A home run for my mother! There are a million way

Recipe: Robin's Minty Apple Pie

Nov 21, 2017

Recipe: Robin's Minty Apple Pie

Get your bake on! Stay cozy this season with this sweet treat. Pastry Chef, Robin McCoy, shows us how she makes Minty Apple Pie using culinary grade sugars and spices from Old Town Spice & Tea Merchant. This yummy pie is properly paired with a hot cup of Mint Apple Tea. Although, chef makes personalized pies in the demo, the following recipe is good for one standard size pie. Filling: 2 lbs Granny Smith apples 1/2 c sugar 1/4 c flour 1 tsp nutmeg 2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp sal

Tastefully Yours: Behind the Scenes of Episode 1

Nov 2, 2017

Tastefully Yours: Behind the Scenes of Episode 1

Heart of the House Restaurant On our way to Temecula Wine Country, we made our first stop at Heart of the House Restaurant. Executive Chef and owner, Richard Bustos, presents a cooking demo on his signature Duck L'Orange. He sears a beautiful breast of duck and plates it with fennel, orange sauce, fresh arugula, sliced pear and finishes it off with a balsamic drizzle. Here are behind the scene photos and the video. Producer, Eddie de la Rosa, sets up shop. He is ready to ca

Recipe: Blackberry Jalapeño Margarita

Oct 31, 2017

Recipe: Blackberry Jalapeño Margarita

It's getting hot in here! I partook in cocktail tasting at a food expo and collected this recipe from reps of Powell & Mahoney Cocktail Mixers. I really enjoyed this margarita and would like to share the recipe... because you know I care. I certainly have an appreciation for spiciness, but if you don't, feel free to use less jalapeño or omit it completely from the recipe if needed be. Ingredients •48 oz. fresh blackberries •12 oz agave •12 oz water •4 fresh jalapeños •Te

Who's in the Kitchen? Walter Crittle, That's Who!

Oct 24, 2017

Who's in the Kitchen? Walter Crittle, That's Who!

The story of a chef. "Leave those dishes there and come help stir the pot," is what Walter Crittle recollects from his first job as a dish washer at his parents restaurant. Walt, as he prefers to be called, is all too familiar with the kitchen. After serving in the United States Marine Corps for thirty years, he received a scholarship to attended Le Cordon Bleu in France where he studied the French culinary technique. Before coming to the city of Temecula, Walt worked at Feli

Recipe: Robin's Fresh Mango Fruit Bars

Oct 5, 2017

Recipe: Robin's Fresh Mango Fruit Bars

With mangos in season, Pastry Chef Robin McCoy, whips up nectarous Mango Bars and serves them with sugar, spice and everything nice... literally! Using culinary grade products from Old Town Spice & Tea Merchant, the mango bar pairs great with Go-Berry Black Tea. Below is an easy recipe you can use to make these in the comfort of your own home. For kicks, you can sprinkle on specialty sugars like strawberry, raspberry and habanero. You can view a baking demo of this deliciou

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