Mickey, meet Marriott. In 2020, despite the challenges of the pandemic, Orange County welcomed JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort, joining more than 100 JW Marriotts across the globe.
Author: Alison Bailin Batz
31 California Cabs for International Cabernet Day
International Cabernet Sauvignon Day is celebrated on the Thursday before Labor Day annually, making the big day August 31 this year. In its honor, here are 31 fantastic California Cabernets, the world’s most planted wine grape.
Handwritten Wines
In the immortal words of Ms. Linda Richman–the iconic “Saturday Night Live” character–Handwritten Wines in Napa Valley is like buttah. (And they serve buttah, too. Be sure to read on for that…)
Continental Wine Collection Debuts on the 50th Anniversary of Historic Continental Vineyard
Continental Wine Collection, the new company entity unifying Paso Robles’ Broken Earth, CV Wines and Pull Wines, announced its debut, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the historic Continental Vineyard.
Clif Family Winery
Nearly 20 years after it was founded, Clif Family Winery in Napa Valley has 90 acres of estate vineyards and five acres of vegetable gardens, olive trees and fruit orchards. Its commitment to sustainability is quickly becoming that of legend, as is its approach to hospitality.
25 Perfect Pours for National Pinot Noir Day
Each year on Aug. 18, we celebrate the varietal in all of its fruity, zesty, earthy glory on Pinot Noir Day. Here are 25 great California Pinots to pop open to celebrate:
12 Dog-Friendly Wineries
While California is the Golden State, it may as well be called the Golden Retriever State given how dog-friendly hotels, eateries and even retail shops are statewide. The pup-friendly policies are especially good at wineries, with more than 1,000 of them welcoming dogs (usually on leashes) with open arms.
21 Sparkling Wines from Across California’s Wine Country
Just because this week marks the Fourth of July does not mean that the fireworks should get to have all the fun. Here are some sensational California sparklers…sparkling wine, that is…sure to light up the night during any summer celebration.
30 California Wines to Celebrate National Rosé Day
There are thousands of award-winning rosés right here in California, each worthy of tasting in celebration of this epically important holiday: National Rosé Day.
11 Places to Dine and Drink in Coronado
San Diego’s most fabulous peninsula is more than just a pretty face, er, place. Coronado is a foodie town on the rise. Here are 11 essential Coronado restaurants in which to imbibe and dine across the sun-kissed “island” paradise.