ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF TO HEAT UP LEMON GROVE NOV. 1
September 26, 2014 (Lemon Grove)--“Let the insanity begin,” says Helen Ofield.” Soroptimist International of Lemon Grove will hold its 10th Annual Western Roundup and Chili Cook-off on Nov. 1 from 6...
View Article2014 TASTE OF THE SUMMIT TICKETS NOW ON SALE
October 4, 2014 (San Diego’s East County) - The North Mountain Wine Trail’s four wineries will be serving up wine pairings with gourmet dishes and live music during the “Taste of the Summit” event on...
View ArticleVINES AND WINES: MT. HELIX WINE GROWERS "MEET AND GREET" REPORT
By Donn RutkoffOctober 12, 2014 (San Diego's East County) - On a lovely Sunday afternoon in Sept., the Mt. Helix Wine Growers Association held their 3rd annual "Meet and Greet", otherwise known as a...
View ArticleCRACKDOWN ON WINERIES USE OF VOLUNTEERS COULD CHILL LOCAL WINE INDUSTRY
By Miriam RafteryOctober 12, 2014 (San Diego’s East County) – Small wineries have been flourishing since our County passed its boutique winery ordinance. Unlike most small businesses, wineries that...
View ArticleBEST HAPPY HOURS IN EAST COUNTY
Part IV in a seriesBy the East County EatersWeek 4: Downtown Café (El Cajon) and Anthony’s Seafood Grotto (La Mesa)October 16, 2014 (San Diego’s East County) –In our fourth week of savoring great...
View ArticleCLOGGING FIDDLER CELIA LAWLEY PERFORMS AT RAMONA RANCH WINERY OCT. 25
October 22, 2014 (Ramona) – Ramona Ranch Winery invites guests to celebrate Oktoberfest complete with a live performance by Celia Lawley, a singing and clogging fiddler player/songwriter who has...
View ArticleCHEERS! RAMONA ART AND WINE FESTIVAL IS NOV. 1 AT THE AMY STRONG CASTLE
October 31, 2014 (Ramona)-- The second annual Ramona Art and Wine Festivals iwll be held at the historic Amy Strong Castle on November 1st.Guests will enjoy tasting handcrafted wine from area...
View ArticleLA MESA VILLAGE FARMER'S MARKET WINTER HOURS
November 1, 2014 (La Mesa)--On the first Friday of November, the La Mesa Village Farmers’ Market will start operating on a “winter hours” schedule, running from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The venerable...
View ArticleHOLIDAY WINE TRAIL: RAMONA EAST END LOOP DEC. 13-14
November 8, 2014 (Ramona) – ‘Tis the season to be merry along the Holiday Wine Trail, featuring wineries on the Ramona East End Loop. You can take the tour December 13 or 14 from 12-5 p.m.read more
View ArticleEAST COUNTY LOW-N-SLOW BBQ & BEER TASTING NOV. 14
November 8, 2014 (Spring Valley) – Cali Comfort Restaurant will host the East County BBQ and Beer Tasting on November 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. Cali is located at 8910 Troy Street in Spring Valley. Guests...
View ArticleSANTEE LAKES FISH REPORT AND TROUT-IN-A-POUCH RECIPE
November 10, 2014 (Santee) –Santee Lakes reports that a week after its Trout Opener event, the lakes continue to provide some excellent trout fishing – and more trout stock will be added this Friday...
View ArticleALPINE BEER CO. SELLS
East County News ServiceNovember 11, 2014 (Alpine)—The Alpine Beer Company has long been popular among East County beer lovers. This week, the company announced it has been acquired by Green...
View ArticlePLENTY TO SAVOR AT THE RAMONA ART AND WINE FESTIVAL
By Miriam Raftery November 22,2014 (Ramona) – Fine art, music, wine and gourmet food -- all served up in a castle. What more could one ask to savor for in an event?The second annual Ramona Art and...
View ArticleHOW TO MAKE THIS YOUR BEST AND SAFEST THANKSGIVING MEAL EVER
November 22, 2014 (San Diego) – So — how long are you planning to thaw that turkey? (24 hours for every five pounds of weight.)And what's the best way to cook the stuffing? (Separately, of...
View ArticleGOT LEFTOVERS? SAM THE COOKING GUY TEAMS UP WITH COUNTY TO OFFER RECIPES
East County News Service November 28, 2014 (San Diego)--Thanksgiving is all about tradition. And part of that tradition is food: turkey, potatoes, stuffing, cranberries. Sam the Cooking Guy...
View ArticleCHEERS! CRAFT BEER & WINE WINTER FESTIVAL DEC. 6 IN LA MESA
12-year-old singing sensation Marissa Grace among musicians to performBy Miriam RafteryDecember 4, 2014 (La Mesa) – If you’re looking for some holiday cheer, you’ll find it in force at the La Mesa...
View ArticleSAY CHEESE! LOOKS WHAT'S COMING SOON AT VAN OMMERING DAIRY IN LAKESIDE
December 11, 2014 (Lakeside) – Many of our readers have asked us where to find locally made cheeses. At last, we’ve found a source! Van Ommering Dairy in Lakeside has announced that starting in 2015,...
View ArticleHEAR OUR INTERVIEW WITH RAMONA WINEMAKERS ABOUT THE HOLIDAY WINE TRAIL “GET...
Listen online now: http://kiwi6.com/file/x3eq45ylj3December 12, 2014 (Ramona) –Jess Koehler from La Finquita Winery and Teri Kerns from Ramona Ranch Winery stopped by our studio this week to talk about...
View ArticleMMMM! NEW YORK BAKERY IS BACK!
The New York Bakery is back! You can print this coupon and savor a fresh mini-Danish with your next cup of coffee when you stop by New York Bakery in downtown El Cajon.We thank New York Bakery for...
View ArticleCARL'S JUNIOR INTRODUCES FAST FOOD INDUSTRY'S FIRST NATURAL BURGER
December 26, 2014 (Carpinteria)--Carl’s Jr.® announced the All-Natural Burger, featuring an all-natural, grass-fed, free-range beef patty that has no added hormones, antibiotics or steroids. With the...
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