The Toast of the Gaslamp
Published Wednesday, December 13, 2017 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Food Articles, Travel Articles Tags: gaslamp, san diego at christmas, san diego fun, san diego gaslamp district, toast of gaslamp, toast of the Gaslamp, what to do in san diego
Sign at entrance to the Gaslamp District
The Toast of the Gaslamp featured not only ugly sweaters and suits but pajamas and sweatpants. It was a virtual ugly display. This year’s Toast of the Gaslamp featured 20 restaurants and 12 stores. This is a win-win for consumers and businesses.
Yes, she has an elf crawling up her hair!
The ugly Christmas suit
And of course your sexy Santa!
I remember working ...
Pascal Restaurant in San Juan Capistrano serves up classic French Cuisine
Published Tuesday, December 5, 2017 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Food Articles, Wine Articles Tags: Chef Pascal Olhats, Chef Pascal Olhats in San Juan Capistrano, Pascals Restaurant, San Juan Capistrano dining
(Chef Pascal Olhats graciously hosted this luncheon for a group of writers belonging to the International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association.)
When I texted my friend who lives in San Juan Capistrano immediately after a fabulous luncheon I had attend at Pascals Restaurant, I told her that she MUST try this restaurant. I mentioned that Chef Pascal Olhats is French and a classically trained chef, my phone pinged within a minute ...
Toes in the Sand, Ocean Breeze on my Back, Pacific Food and Wine Classic
Published Saturday, October 7, 2017 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Food Articles, Wine Articles Tags: Orange County wine and food festivals, Pacific Wine and Food Classic, Simon Majumdar hosts Pacific Wine and Food Classic, Southern California wine and food classic
Sprawled in the sand, along the shores of the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, watching stand-up paddleboarders, families enjoying the summer sun and kayakers, food, wine and spirits lovers were treated to an afternoon of indulging.
It was the first event like this that I have attended in Orange County. I’m venturing out of my “food comfort zone” and going north. Orange County can be a bit intimidating to outsiders, and this ...
Vallarta Food Tours Taco Roundup
Published Sunday, January 8, 2017 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Food Articles, Travel Articles Tags: marlin tacos, octopus tacos, puerto vallarta, puerto vallarta food scene, puerto vallarta food tours, puerto vallarta seafood
One of the things I've learned in my years of travel is to find out where the good restaurants are beforehand. When you're traveling you don't have the luxury of trying a few- over time. I've had too many disappointments along the way. So, now I ask people where they recommend. This makes me much happier. I don't waste my calories on meals that do not delight me. Better yet ...
Wynola- More than just a stop enroute to Julian
Published Wednesday, November 16, 2016 By Robin Dohrn-Simpson. Under Edible San Diego Articles, Food Articles, Travel Articles, Wine Articles Tags: Albert Lewis, Golden Coast Mead, Jeremy's on the Hill, Julian California, Julian Hard Cider, Julian Station, Mr. Manitas Taco Bar and Fruteria, Wynola California
Julian Station at Wynola
The Julian Station is neither in Julian nor a station. It is the hub of Wynola, three miles outside of Julian. Julian Station was once a boarding house, store and post office. Later it became an apple packing plant and cider house. Wynola might be a tiny blip on the map but it is worth a stop, look and see. This station is constantly on the move. ...
