Our good friends over at the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance are getting pretty creative during these very strange and challenging times. They've put together a great program for people to get involved and still enjoy the vibe of Paso Robles wine country! Check it out and give … [Read more...]

I’ve been doing a series of Q&As with local business owners but was mainly sticking to food, wine, and beer…with the exception of the one I did with Andy from Daniels Wood Land. I wanted to expand this series and ended in communication with Jullie on Facebook about The … [Read more...]

Here's another Q&A with a local business, Cal Coast Beer Co. in these COVID-19 times. The economic shut down is really hitting people hard. I've already heard about some businesses that are closing down for good, so as I keep saying, get out there and support the businesses … [Read more...]

I've known about Daniels Wood Land for many years and was amazed we had this kind of business here locally. I mean, they make shooting galleries, tree houses, cabins, playgrounds, and more. What a unique and creative business right here in Paso Robles. … [Read more...]

Here's another Q&A with Carole, in regards to small, local business and how they are dealing with the COVID-19 concerns. Annie and I have been enjoying both La Cosecha and Il Cortile since they opened and have been fortunate to get to know Carole fairly well over the years. … [Read more...]

Well, here we are again. This is my 4th Q&A with a small, local business in regards to the COVID-19 concerns. This time we have Amy Butler from Ranchero Cellars.   So, my thoughts before we get into it. There's not a vaccine yet for COVID-19. There is a vaccine … [Read more...]

Here’s the third Q&A I’ve done with local business owners, Jeffry's Wine Country BBQ, about small business and COVID-19. The first was with Brian Terrizzi from ETTO and Giornata Wines and the second was with Maggie Cameron from The Hatch Rotisserie & Bar. … [Read more...]

We recently did a brief Q&A with Brian Terrizzi, owner of ETTO and Giornata Wines, dedicated to local businesses and the issue of COVID-19. I wanted to get some insight on what small, local businesses are doing to try and pivot their biz plans during this crisis. This health … [Read more...]

I've done a Q&A with Brian (owner of ETTO Pastificio and Giornata Wines) before when times were much different. As we have all been grappling with this new world of coronavirus/ COVID-19 which includes empty grocery store shelves, shelter in place orders, and business … [Read more...]

The Carrisa is another spot we heard about and decided to go to on a recent Sunday after Sammy’s flag football game at Cal Poly. It’s located on Higuera Street across the street from Mother’s Tavern. They have a nice front patio you could enjoy, a huge indoor area for seating, or … [Read more...]