Artichokes from California are so fabulous that they’ve had their own festival for the past 59 years: Castroville Artichoke Food & Wine Festival.
Month: June 2018
Heirloom Salad With Burrata
Nothing says summer has arrived quite like a Caprese salad. This take is made richer with the addition of fresh burrata, an Italian cheese made from mozzarella and cream. I love to hit up my local Trader Joe's when making my Caprese salad. They have the biggest selection of different colors, shapes and sizes of… Continue reading Heirloom Salad With Burrata
Surf’s Not the Only Thing Up in Santa Cruz
This California seaside city’s options for fun are more varied than ever. Highlights include Swift Street Courtyard, Capitola and the Corralitos wine trail. BY MATT KETTMANN - Wine Enthusiast Magazine August 16, 2017 Long known by outsiders for reliable surf, warm sand and the iconic Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz has blossomed thanks to the wine… Continue reading Surf’s Not the Only Thing Up in Santa Cruz
Chicken in Spicy White Wine Sauce
One of the hazards of coaching youth basketball is that Sunday dinners often get missed due to tournament schedules. Today was one of those days when games were scheduled right smack in the middle of Sunday dinner, so what was planned for dinner became Sunday lunch instead! I am all about quick meals that require… Continue reading Chicken in Spicy White Wine Sauce
Pan Roasted Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
I had half a bottle of Westerly Sauvignon Blanc left and didn't want it to go to waste so I headed over to Wine Spectator in search of a recipe. If you haven't searched their site for a recipe to pair with your wine, or to use up what's left of a bottle before, bookmark… Continue reading Pan Roasted Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
California Girls Gone Wine 