Big City Chic and been found In Napa , California and EMPIRE Napa is where you can find it.

Most everyone has heard of Napa Valley with its world renowned wines and picturesque vineyards dotting the country side for miles in all directions. Napa is also known to some pretty big name restaurants headed up by Celebrity Chefs that are seen daily on The Food Network and the Cooking Channel.Recently while  on a Food and Wine sojourn of our own ,we stopped in Napa and were very pleased to find a venue that is like none other and long overdue...

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The Inaugural Life is Beautiful Festival in Las Vegas attracts a Culinary All-Star List of Celebrity Chefs .

If you haven’t been to Las Vegas recently you would not recognize what is happening in the Downtown / Arts District. A true revival is taking place right before your eyes.  In October, this vibrant area of Las Vegas will shine with a plethora of culinary stars and events for everyone.There will be more than 60 chefs and restaurants, 24 wineries and 24 breweries participating in this culinary festival being held October 25th-27th and a kitchen...

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Cuisineist Editors on the road with Iconic Restaurants in Monterey and Carmel California .

 After arriving in the Monterey Area, we had the opportunity to enjoy dinner at several of the local restaurants that are considered to be legends amongst travelers and locals alike.  Fandango and the Sardine Factory have stood the test of economic times and continue to bring enjoyment to generations of restaurant goers.Fandango , Pacific Grove Our first stop along our culinary memory lane is Fandango located in Pacific Grove California. ...

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Cuisineist Editors Explore Carmel-By-The-Sea with a tasty Food Tour .

Carmel by the Sea offers many outstanding restaurants and dining options for every type of dining experience.  But where does one begin if you are unfamiliar with the area or are new in town?  The local tourist information office is fine but now there is a solution to this quandary with the new edition of a culinary/walking tour with Carmel Dining Tours.  Being introduced to this concept a few years ago in San Luis Obispo Ca, we were...

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Hofsas House in Carmel-By-The-Sea makes you feel like family .

As we bid Paso Robles a fond farewell, we headed up the road to the picturesque town of Carmel by Sea.  This time we were heading in the same direction as Hotelier Donna Hofsas did many years ago when she left Los Angeles to take up residence in Carmel in the 40’s.Donna went on to transform tiny cottages into an outstanding family run hotel that has been in operation since the 1950’s.  Donna Hofsas  passed in 1999 but her legacy has...

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Executive Chef Santos MacDonal raises the Culinary Bar at IL Cortile in Downtown Paso Robles .

 Executive Chef Santos MacDonal, provides a vast array of locally sourced cuisine at IL Cortile in Downtown Paso Robles .After an afternoon visiting several wineries, we were fortunate enough to be guests at one of Paso Robles finest Italian Restaurants, with the reputation of garnering the best in local, sustainable ingredients into a feast for the eyes, a delight for the senses, while creating memories that will stand out in your  culinary...

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Traveling to Paso Robles to Sip , Dine and Stay ? Stop on in to La Quinta to be treated just like family by GM Victor Popp and his staff .

Paso Robles is gaining the reputation as a fine wine destination getaway for tasting Bold robust Zinfandels and Lovely Bordeaux Varietals. With wineries springing up throughout the region, many are making the sojourn to this Interesting wine region.While preparing for your trip to this area, plan on staying at the La Quinta, Paso Robles. Located right on Hwy 46 this hotel can boast a five star reputation, given the accolades that are being lauded...

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