THIS TOP TEQUILA IS BACK FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY Tuesday, November 12 was National Happy Hour Day and Miguel's Restaurant celebration for the return of their signature tequila—Miguel's Herradura® Double Barrel Reposado. Members of the press were welcomed to a tasting at the Dos Lagos location. The patio which overlooks the lake had a private bar and a festive appeal decked out in balloons. Miguel's signature tequila is back for a limited time only! It is unspecified as to

DARE TO TRY THE BEST RAMEN IN TEMECULA Owner Dwayne Ciang, envisioned a distinctive dining experience exclusive for Japanese craft beers, hand crafted specialty sake cocktails and absolutely incredible ramen. He certainly did the city of Temecula, California a favor, by opening this sleek, yet inviting location on June 17th. Edamame ($4.50) The name says “Ramen” but the menu says "Asian deliciousness." Chef Ciang offers five different and uniquely flavored ramen soups, as w

AN AUTHENTIC ITALIAN MEAL IN NO TIME When you're on the go and your palate calls for Italian, head over to Trattoria Toscana for a great meal. Their new deli & market can put together an authentic Italian dish for you, in no time. Trattoria Toscana, voted one of the Best Restaurants in the Temecula Valley by TripAdiser, has expanded. The dining room now has more seating to accommodate large parties and more walk-ins. Try some of the exciting new menu items from their La Bo

THE LOCATION OF THE DINNER WILL ONLY BE DISCLOSED TO TICKET HOLDERS Treat yourself and that special someone to an evening of adventure and gastronomy. Swamp Daddy's BBQ will be hosting a pop-up restaurant on Friday, July 26. This unique dinner will run from 7 PM to 10 PM, in Murrieta, California. The venue of this event will only be disclosed to ticket holders. Pop-up restaurants are a trending phenomenon with a feel of exclusivity for those in attendance and they’re all a

CLAIM YOUR BOGO DEAL AT THE GRAND OPENING Soho Ramen & Sake Bar is now open for business!  No longer must you drive to San Diego or nearby cities, for good ramen. The name says “ramen” but the menu says "Asian deliciousness."  They offer five different ramen soups, udon, yakisoba, rice bowls, salads and seven entrees with an emphasis on fish.  A RestauRanting review is coming soon. Spicy Miso Ramen ($12.95) Owner Dwayne, envisioned a social dining atmosphere with Japanese cra

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

POPULAR CHICKEN FINGER CHAIN COMING TO TEMECULA! Who Raising Cane’s, a Louisiana-based fast food restaurant known for their service to the community and quality chicken fingers. When Tuesday, June 18, 2019. Where The new location replaces the vacant Hometown Buffet across the street from the Promenade Temecula and features a double drive-thru. 40390 Margarita Rd (Margarita and Verdes Ln) Temecula, CA 92592 951.587.2308 What Tender chicken fingers– never frozen– are moist and

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.

IF YOU'RE LIKE ME, YOU WILL HAVE A FINGER IN EVERY PIE... LITERALLY! Does a food, product or service become more meaningful after you find out what takes place behind the scenes? I find it so interesting that The Pie Hole has a community approach when it comes to doing business. They are a proud supporter of co-op run and family owned farms. The Pie Hole is a family run organization franchising near the Los Angeles area and Japan. Founded in 2011, eleven locations currentl

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

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

IS IT JUST ME OR ARE MORE PUBS GOING GASTRO? The Shoppes at Chino Hills is a fun and relaxing escape. The expansive plaza has a nice outdoor village atmosphere with an interactive fountain and weekly entertainment. Among boutiques and high-end shops you will find Limericks Tavern, a modern Irish gastropub. Throughout Southern California, there are four locations total including a new Downtown Los Angeles soft opening. It's nice to see more and more pubs step up their culin

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

A FRENCH WINE BAR THAT'S SUPER HIP AND GREAT FOR DATE NIGHT Steps away from the Chinatown L.A. Metro stop, underneath the train tracks, is a French bistro/ wine bar. In a vintage scene practically lending itself as a double escape, Oriel offers a remarkable Steak Tartare worthy of dishing. Bordeaux Rogue, Chateau Des Combes The cozy, candlelit bar has an excellent collection of French wine and intriguing dishes like: escargots, bone marrow and duck pâté; making it fun to try

SHRIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE FLAVORS FOR YOUR NEXT TAKEOUT MEAL This Chinese New Year, Pick Up Sticks is launching Crispy Honey Shrimp in three irresistible flavors. Starting February 5, 2019, you can order Pineapple Chili, Firecracker and Crispy Honey. Over the weekend, I got to preview these plump, prawn stars. The menu consistently features shrimp—Kung Pao, Garlic, Thai Sweet Chili, Shrimp & Vegetables—and now, that crisp crisp is here to offer a delicious escape. While I cann

CALIFORNIA INSPIRED CUISINE THROUGH A REFINED CASUAL DINNING EXPERIENCE After a series of successful pop-up dinner events throughout the Temecula Valley, Chef Jason and wife Jakota Rivas, open a cozy restaurant, on October 2018. They "want to bring back the true meaning or 'breaking bread." This new addition to Old Town Temecula brings us California inspired cuisine through a refined casual dinning experience. BITES Fig Toast ($8) The Fig Toast is no ordinary breadstick. St

COULD IT BE A BATTLE BETWEEN EAST COAST VERSUS WEST COAST OR OLD SCHOOL VERSUS HIPSTER... On the west coast is In & Out, who started as a hamburger drive-thru stand in Baldwin Park, California, in 1948. On the east coast, a popular hot dog cart in Madison Square Park, New York, became a permanent kiosk, in 2004, and that's how Shake Shack was born. In & Out Since 1948 The menu at In & Out's is very simple offering only 3 combos: Double-Double, Cheeseburger and Hamburger. The

EXPERIENCE "LA DOLCE VITA" WITH A TASTE OF SOUTHERN ITALY If the golden, wood-fired ovens in the open kitchen don't catch your eye as you are walking in, then it has to be the natural black olive tree rooted in the center of the spacious restaurant that does it. Burrata with Melon & Prosciutto ($11) New to the city of Riverside, California is MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza Company, located at Galleria Mall (underneath the AMC Theater). This California based pizzeria forms part

A PUB WITH STYLE, GREAT FOOD AND CRAZY DRINK SPECIALS The name might be a little misleading so lets begin by properly labeling this establishment as "gastropub." Just a minor change to hint at the great food served in this New American style restaurant. The decor here is simple yet modern. On the walls hang large black chalkboards with drawings and list of menu items... artist unknown. It has the unpretentious feel of a neighborhood bar with crazy drunk happy hour special

Chingon: (adjective) Mexican slang to describe something extremely awesome or bad-ass. Urban decor at George Lopez's Chingon Kitchen is met with a super chill vibe. Large vibrant murals and canvas art cover the extended brick walls. This theme is consistent throughout the hip restaurant which is seamlessly divided between the Chingon Kitchen and Chingon Tequila Lounge. George Lopez is proud of his heritage and represents this in his restaurant. The bad-ass menu offers simp