


Film Fest Sets Sail with Fantastic “Taste of Film” Event
Given that my real world is all about creating unique marketing strategy, I have to hand it to Celebrity Cruises and the Newport Beach Film Festival for coming up with a classic winner. On Sunday, in honor of the NBFF’s annual event, Celebrity Cruises has come...
Oregon’s Archer Vineyard – Fantastic Wine, Inviting Owners
Diane’s note: A few ago, when I was visiting family in Oregon’s famous Willamette Valley, I decided to make a day of it with three “VIP wine tastings” … and took my brother, Rob, along to all of them. This review covers our day’s last...
Sneak Peek on Chef Amar Santana’s Vaca Restaurant
Opening a restaurant is a lot like being pregnant with no idea when the delivery date will be. As much as you plan and schedule, the restaurant gestation period can be frustratingly delayed. In the case of Chef Amar Santana’s second restaurant – Vaca...
Archery Summit Wows with Varietal Pinot Noirs
Diane’s note: A couple weeks ago, when I was visiting family in Oregon’s famous Willamette Valley, I decided to make a day of it with three “VIP wine tastings” … and took my brother, Rob, along to all of them. This review covers Archery Summit...