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LUCK O’ THE IRISH: HOOLEYS NAMED BEST INTERNATIONAL IRISH PUB
By Miriam RafteryMarch 17, 2014 (Rancho San Diego) – “To think that a little pub in Rancho Santa Fe could win this—it’s fabulous!” exclaims Craig MacDonald, owner of Hooleys Irish Pub & Grill in...
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EAST COUNTY EATER: FANTASTICO! NEW OWNERS ADD TO CULINARY APPEAL AT...
By the East County EaterMediterraneo Italiano Bistro & Bar, 1347 Tavern Road, Alpine 91901 (619)445-9902 http://mediterraneobistro.com/March 24, 2014 (Alpine) –It’s been five years since the East...
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MICOLE MOORE ELECTED PRESIDENT OF RAMONA VALLEY VINEYARD ASSOCIATION
March 29, 2014(Ramona) The Ramona Valley Vineyard Association (RVVA) elected Vintner Micole Moore, of Ramona Ranch Winery to serve as President of the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association for 2014....
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RESTAURANT RECIPES: CASA DE PICO’S CHEESE CRISP SPECIAL IS PERFECT FOR YOUR...
March 30, 2014 (La Mesa)--The Cheese Crisp Special was popular among Casa de Pico customers from the first day it was served in 1971. Diane Powers, owner and operator of Bazaar del Mundo Shops and...
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COLLEGE AREA TASTE OFFERS A SAMPLING SOIREE APRIL 13
April 1, 2014 (San Diego) – Organizers of the College Area Taste invite you to treat your taste buds to a culinary adventure on Sunday, April 13, 2014 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will...
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HOT TEA IN THE LAVENDER FIELDS: APRIL 25-26
April 4, 2014 (Valley Center)—What could be more delightful than a springtime English-style high tea amidst blooming fields of lavender? Keys Creek Lavender Farm in Valley Center is serving up a...
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ARRIBA! HOT ROD SHOW AND HOT CHILI COOKOFF APRIL 12 IN JAMUL
April 10, 2014 (Jamul) – The 6th Annual Kiwanis Hot Rod Show and Chili Cookoff will be firing up on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the:Pio Pico/ Thousand Trails Park in Jamul. The event...
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ALL ABOARD: WINE AND RAIL EVENT EMBARKS ON APRIL 26
April 16, 2014 (Campo) – The Mountain Empire Campo Kiwanis invites you to savor an afternoon of leisure in the beautiful backcountry, riding the historic Pacific Southwest rails. The journey departs...
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KUMQUAT SALAD ADDS ZESTY COLOR AND CRUNCH TO SPRINGTIME DINNER TABLE
April 18, 2014 (La Mesa) – Kristin Kjaero sent in this appetizing photo of Kumquat Salad, crowned by home-grown kumquats. The tart citrus fruits, thinly sliced, are served atop Napa cabbage along...
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RECIPE: SMOKED CATFISH WITH CREAMY ORANGE DILL SAUCE
April 23, 2014 (Santee) – Just in time for this weekend’s fishing derby , Santee Lakes has provided this recipe for “Pat’s Smoked Catfish” from Patrick and Gina Neely.read more
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DEADLY PIG DISEASE REACHES CALIFORNIA, PUSHING UP PORK PRICES
Precautions urged for farmers and people entering pigs in livestock competitons at fairsBy Miriam RafteryMay 3, 2014 (Sacramento) – A virus that is deadly to baby pigs has wiped out 10 percent of all...
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BREW BEAT: OLD WEST APPEAL AT BNS BREWING & DISTILLING IN SANTEE
New column! East County craft beers in your neighborhoodBy Ed BarrenaSponsor our Brew Beat column! contact editor@eastcountymagazine.org May 4, 2014 (Santee)--BNS Brewing and Distilling Co. in Santee...
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VERMONT TO REQUIRE GMO LABELING
By Miriam RafteryMay 4, 2014 (San Diego’s East County)-Vermont is poised to become the first state in the nation to enact legislation requiring labeling of products that contain genetically modified...
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CHEERS! SANTEE STREET FAIR AND CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND
May 29, 2014 (Santee)--The Santee chamber of Commerce invites you to join more than 60,000 visitors at the Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1 from 10...
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MYSTIC GRILL: A MEDITERRANEAN MEDLEY OF FLAVORS AT AFFORDABLE RATES
Mystic Grill and Bakery8191 Fletcher Parkway, La Mesa, CA 91942www.mysticgrillsd.comReview by Stevon MarshallJune 5, 2014 (La Mesa)--When people hear or think of California, most think of the great...
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FIREFIGHTERS’ CHILI COOK-OFF: JUNE 26 IN ALPINE
June 7, 2014 (Alpine) – Firefighters from the Alpine, Viejas and Sycuan Fire Departments will be cooking up their hottest dishes for a chili-tasting challenge during the fourth annual Firehouse...
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BEAT THE HEAT WITH THESE FOODS TO HELP YOU STAY HYDRATED
By Miriam RafteryJune 6, 2014 (San Diego's East County) - As the weather heats up, it’s important to stay hydrated. Experts advise drinking at least eight glasses of water a day--and if you’re...
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FUNNEL CAKE EXPRESS
By Trevor HillJune 16, 2014 (San Diego)--When attending the San Diego County Fair at Del Mar, any local will tell you that there are some certain “must-do” features that are required to get the full...
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TWISTED MANZANITA HOSTS SPIRITED ANNIVERSARY PARTY JUNE 28 IN SANTEE
Twisted Manzanita Ales in Santee is celebrating its 4th Anniversary on Saturday, June 28 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Santee Town Center Community Park East.This year the brewery’s Anniversary Party...
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TRAILBLAZER AWARDS PRESENTED TO LEADERS IN LOCAL WINE INDUSTRY AT EVENT...
By Miriam RafteryPhotos by Sue Brenner and Miriam RafteryJune 19, 2014 (El Cajon) – They pioneered East County’s now-flourishing wine industry. So on May 31st, Maness Vineyards presented the 2014...
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