Science and wine: New “Delicious” muscadine grape developed in University lab
Winemaking has always been known to be part art, part science. You never think about it, swirling, tasting and enjoying that elegant Pinot without a care…
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‘Toast of the Town’ wine and food tasting in San Francisco
How can you not enjoy yourself when surrounded by over 500 premium wines and spirits served up in style in an old theater setting? Billed…
Tuesday in Loreto
The sun came up this morning with more than a few clouds in the sky and unfortunately lots of wind dropping the temperature you feel…
Even Godzilla likes good wine in Japanese remake of ‘Sideways’
I’m not exactly sure what to make of this. Don’t know if it’s really news. Or even interesting for that matter. But it does seem…
Cocola Bakery, Santana Row: Dine elsewhere, get your desserts here
My favorite: Millefeuille/Napoleon ($4.60), described as, "Layers of puff pastry, whip & orange pastry cream, fresh strawberry and fondant".
Village California Bistro & Wine Bar, Santana Row: West Coast good eats and drinks
While my sister was in town, I decided to show her around the shopping mecca of San Jose, California. For those that live in the…
Weekly digest #12: Loreto & Tahoe adventures continue, Napa, and kids that are too smart
Every week I learn something new. This time: kids are way too smart. Don’t be fooled. As I discovered as a judge at the Synopsys…
Napa event alert: Taste of Yountville this weekend
Mustard season is in full swing across Napa and Sonoma; yellow flowers are blooming as festivals continue. One of my favorite types of events is…
Synopsys Science Fair in San Jose: Doh! Outsmarted by adults, Loni and now kids too
Did you know that most dogs have a “paw preference”, and use their right paw more than their left? Or that among natural sugar, Splenda…
West Coast home prices, are we hitting bottom soon?
The latest issue of Money Magazine asks a question most U.S. homeowners are wondering, “When will home prices hit bottom already?” (April 2009, pg. 65).…