Some meals go beyond flavor. I made these Smoky Halloumi Tacos as a nod to my Aunt Diane, who I would visit as a kid in Virginia. She always brought her Greek touch to every meal, with fresh herbs, bright flavors, and an easy warmth in the kitchen. It also felt right to fire up … Continue reading Smoky Halloumi Tacos with Dill Vinaigrette Salsa w/ recipe
This morning we checked out ‘the blend’ smoothie shop in French Valley. Very clean inside with many options between smoothies and bowls. The staff was super nice and accommodating to Jeney’s intolerances. They went as far as to use a completely new spoon and new bucket to blend up her smoothie. We thought that was … Continue reading Taste test: The Blend in French Valley
If you have been to the Temecula Valley balloon and wine festival anytime in the past, you can just toss any of those thoughts out the window. When it comes to this new iteration – it is a completely different concept, since it has been sold. Essentially this is a new festival that I would … Continue reading Temecula Valley “Balloon and Wine” festival announces lineup
The renowned Temecula Valley balloon and wine festival has been sold. It was acquired by events.com earlier this year, accounting for the delays in lineup information for a festival that is supposed to occur in about 51 days. As a former event producer, my opinion is that when festivals like this transfer ownership, it is … Continue reading Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine festival has been sold
I stopped here for lunch after doing a quick search on Google Maps and landed on this spot tucked away at 414 Orange St #2a, Redlands, CA 92373. The cozy, no-frills vibe pulled me in, and I was immediately drawn to their plant-based options. I went with a trio of vegan tacos—‘chickn’, ‘al pastor’, and … Continue reading Food review: BZ Taco in Redlands, plant based Mexican food
Ropa vieja, a beloved Cuban dish whose name translates to “old clothes,” is a richly seasoned stew of shredded beef simmered with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices. The version shown in the photo is served over rice, with vibrant colors and textures brought to life by chunks of vegetables and a … Continue reading Our take on Ropa Vieja & Black Beans
There’s something deeply satisfying about a meal that brings together bold flavors, vibrant colors, and wholesome ingredients—all without a trace of meat. At the heart of this plant-based feast is the Juicy Marbles vegan steak, known for its uncanny resemblance to real meat in both texture and taste. Served atop a bed of blistered tomatoes, … Continue reading A Plant-Based Feast: Juicy Marbles Steak with Blistered Veggies, Fresh Pasta & Zesty Salad
This year has been hit and miss. We’ve had some really popular posts, we’ve gone silent for long stretches of time. Posted a ton of photos on IG. Forgot to post here. There’s a variety of reasons for this, and in the new year I (Bill) will probably get into it and explain some of … Continue reading As 2024 comes to a close…
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