FoodWeekend Getaway to Sample Wine in Valle de Guadalupe
One of my favorite getaways is to Valle del Guadalupe in Baja California. I traveled there a few times prior to Covid and finally made...
18 May, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Pizza City Fest LA at LA Live
Who doesn't love pizza? Thin crust or deep dish, round or square, no matter what size or shape or the choice of toppings, there is...
06 May, 2023
The Evolution of Expression: A Los Angeles Dinner Showcased The Ageworthy Wines of Domaine André Brunel
Representing the Eighth generation of Domaine André Brunel—one of the oldest family-owned wineries in Châteauneuf-du-Pape—winemaker Fabrice Brunel traveled to Los Angeles in late February to...
04 May, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Celebrating Malbec at Bodega Malbec Grill in Toluca Lake
Malbec is the most famous grape in Argentina and on April 17th every year, we celebrate World Malbec Day. As a continuation of the celebration,...
29 April, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Dinner at Bicyclette Bistro
A few months ago, my friend took me out for dinner for my birthday. We went to Bicyclette, the Parisian-inspired restaurant from Chefs Walter and...
15 April, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: VOLO Chocolate
What I really love in the afternoon when I need a pick-me-up, or in the evening when I crave something sweet, is a delicious piece...
08 April, 2023
Please The Palate April 2023 Newsletter
We are already three months into 2023. Time just keeps flying by! The year started out with a bit of travel. I first traveled with...
04 April, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Taste of Pigs & Pinot in Healdsburg
A big juicy steak goes with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. A zesty plate of BBQ pairs with a glass of Zinfandel. And a variety...
25 March, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Masters of Taste – Returning to the Rosebowl April 2, 2023 and you can save $10 with code: PALATE
The 6th Annual Masters of Taste is returning to the Rose Bowl on April 2nd 2023! Yes, I am writing about something that is upcoming...
18 March, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Smoked meats and more at Smoke City Char Bar in Downtown LA
With the cold weather that has hit the west coast, a hearty meal is what I craved. And what is heartier than a big barbecue...
04 March, 2023