Take Food, Wine, Sustainable vendors, foodies and winos, all gathered together at a beautiful venue and you've got an excellent event! The focus of this event is featuring products that use local resources and bring them to you in a manner that supports the environment. The Earth … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2011
A Spontaneous Wine Moment
Last night we got a text from a good friend, we’ll call him Jeff (cuz that's his name), to go over to his place and look at the results of some conversations he and Hoot had about floor moldings and paint. Jeff put down new wood floors in the common areas and chatted with Hoot … [Read more...]
Life and Wine in Downtown Paso Robles
Two of our favorite things happened tonight…Vinoteca Wine Bar and, um, WINE!! This is something that, before moving, we would have hopped in the car and headed to the downtown, early, of course to look for a good parking spot. But, as you might have guessed, tonight we walked … [Read more...]
A Little Wine Makes it All Better! Our Saga Continues…
As you might know, we've been making some big changes and are on an adventure with our life. We've moved across town to the West side of Paso Robles. We've made a conscious decision to downsize, which basically means getting rid of a bunch of stuff in an effort to simplify and … [Read more...]
Graveyard Vineyards, They Don't Mess Around
Graveyard Vineyards is a curious name, but they've got serious wines! The name comes from their vineyard location; perched up above the graveyard out in San Miguel. Don't let that intimidate you, it's a charming spot, and they've managed to make quite a brand around the fact that … [Read more...]
From Both Sides of the Wine Counter
So, we've been working on putting together some articles on Tasting Room etiquette. From the business side of the counter, to the customer's side of the counter, we know there are things that will make and break it for all involved. You know what we're talking about...whether … [Read more...]
Why We Do What We Do
Why does anybody do the things that they do? Well, hopefully it's because it brings some sort of happiness or satisfaction. Unfortunately, sometimes people do things because they feel obligated or pressured. We all dream about a life that is full of fulfilling experiences and … [Read more...]
There's no Pears in This Valley, But There is Some Wine!
At Pear Valley Vineyards and Winery, they strive to create small lots of unique, tasty wine. Their philosophy on wine starts in their rolling vineyards on the property located right outside of Paso Robles on Union Road. This family run winery believes in tending to the vines … [Read more...]
Mitchella Vineyard & Winery, A Hidden Wine Gem in Paso Robles
Their tag line is "Life is an Adventure, Drink Wine", and that pretty much covers it! Mitchella Vineyard and Winery is nestled on the 46 East in Paso Robles, literally just behind Robert Hall, across from Vina Robles, and about 2 miles from town. You'll find the quaint … [Read more...]
Sculptures, Charity and Wine! Welcome to Paso Robles…
We ventured out in the middle of moving…well, it was actually a needed break to DRINK!! Where did we end up? Good question…we thought we would attend the Team Vino Vice Relay for Life event that they call Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate!! The event was held at Sculpterra Winery, … [Read more...]