Something special is brewing in Los Angeles’ Lincoln Heights neighborhood. In a city with competition that’s as infamous as its traffic, Benny Boy Brewing is already gaining an impressive fan base after less than a year on tap.
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Winery of the Week: Bricoleur Vineyards
Bricoleur Vineyards’ signature varietal is called “Flying by the Seat of Our Pants.” The Brut sparkling wine, a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with a clear nose of citrus blossom and bubbly effervescence, is aptly named given the Sonoma Valley family-owned winery opened its expansive tasting room in 2020, just in time for the pandemic.
Restaurant of the Week: Ranch 45
In addition to the wide array of meat, seafood and provisions available in its butcher shop, Ranch 45 in Solana Beach offers breakfast and lunch every day and dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Winery of the Week: DeLoach Vineyards
The Russian River Valley’s sprawling, spectacular DeLoach Vineyards is a pioneer in more ways than one. Founded in 1975 by Cecil DeLoach, Christine DeLoach, Berle Beliz and Jack Fleming, DeLoach was one of the first full-scale wineries to open in the Russian River Valley.
Restaurant of the Week: LITA Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek’s new LITA restaurant (a k a “Bay Area’s Little Miami”), sitting on the corner of Bonanza and Locust Streets, brings Latin Caribbean cuisine and a lively dining experience to the East Bay.
Restaurant of the Week: Covewood
Located inside San Diego Mission Bay Resort, Covewood boasts an award-winning menu and stunning waterfront views. Whether you’re a guest of the resort, visiting the area or a local San Diegan, Covewood serves up a vista as invigorating as its food and drinks.
Winery of the Week: Williamson Wines
Even for those who tend more toward full-on vineyard vistas and experiences, there are hidden gems tucked along the city sidewalks in most proper wine regions well worth discovering. Case in point, Williamson Wines’ tasting rooms (there are two in Downtown Healdsburg).
Restaurant of the Week: Descanso
The first sounds you hear when you walk into Descanso in Costa Mesa are the chatter of excited voices and the sizzling of a piping-hot grill. Here, Descanso translates Central Mexico’s traditional street cuisine into an elevated meal that you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Restaurant of the Week: 264 Fresco
264 Fresco restaurant in Carlsbad is just steps from the beach and serves wood-fired Italian dishes in a welcoming, coastal atmosphere.
Restaurant of the Week: Splashes
Tucked away on the sea side of Surf & Sand Resort in Laguna Beach is a magnificent restaurant, Splashes. On a day with high tide, you may literally have splashes of water on the glass next to your seat! With a view this gorgeous, you’ll be delighted to know that […]