Yesterday, I trekked up Highway 101 to Healdsburg, Calif. to sample the local fare. My companions & I all agreed the favorite winery of the day was Stephen & Walker, a small, artisanal family-owned winery which crafts wines from vineyards in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Monterey counties. The tasting room is located … Read Entire Post
The sixth annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine extravaganza takes place April 4-7 in picturesque Pebble Beach on the Monterey Bay. The “epicurean lifestyle event” brings together 250 wineries and 75 chefs for an array of tantalizing events including: Wine seminars Reserve wine tastings Lunches Dinners Cooking demos & more The hedonistic four-day party … Read Entire Post
One of Monterey Bay’s most popular & festive events, International Flavors of Marina, is next week. A ticket to this food, wine & beer tasting gets you samples from more than 25 establishments—all in one location! This year, Flavors takes place March 14th, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Carpenters Union Hall, 910A Second Avenue in … Read Entire Post
Noir: Black. Dark. In the case of Pinot Noir from Monterey County, it also means delectable. Pessagno Winery recently earned 94 points from Wine Enthusiast for its 2010 Four Boys Vineyard Pinot Noir. With flavors of ripe black cherry, spice, candied plum and vanilla, it’s a favorite among night-dwellers. For those who prefer white … Read Entire Post
