Great Wines Tell an Honest Story
By David White Spring has finally arrived. Lemonade stands will start popping up soon. And when the mercury rises, it’s nearly impossible to pass one without making a purchase. Of…
America’s Unquenchable Thirst for Wine and Exploration
By David White, Special to the Van Nuys News Press “The wine world is a big, fabulously diverse place, and arguably the greatest pleasure that oenophilia offers is the pleasure…
Oahu’s Hau Tree Lanai Restaurant Wins Honolulu Magazine Gold Award
HONOLULU, HAWAII — When Honolulu residents choose to celebrate life in an island city or entertain out of town visitors, many will go to the Hau Tree Lanai Restaurant for…
Duo Steak & Seafood Is The “Restaurant Of The Week”
MAUI, HAWAII — Set against a luxurious poolside backdrop, and with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, find your attention absorbed by the open kitchen of DUO Steak and Seafood.…
Rancho de los Caballeros Is The “Restaurant Of The Week”
WICKENBURG, ARIZONA — At the Ranch, meals are epicurean events not to be missed. All are included in the price of your stay, and the ranch’s talented chef and culinary…
Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion in Ka’anapali, Maui is the “Restaurant Of The Week”
MAUI, HAWAII — Nowhere else will you find a culinary experience quite like the flavors, textures and colors found in Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine. Combining the freshest local ingredients with…
The Duck Dive In Pacific Beach Is Beyond Delicious
By George Christopher Thomas, Food Critic SAN DIEGO, CA — The term “Duck Dive” is from surfing, and it references when a surfer dives under the wave just before it…
A 100 Kilo Butter Buddha In Paris, Where?
By George Christopher Thomas, Travel Writer & Food Critic PARIS, FRANCE — One of the best meals I have ever eaten was in Paris, France. And it wasn’t escargot, frog’s…
Dim Sum In Paris, Si’l Vous Plait?
By George Christopher Thomas, Travel Writer & Food Critic PARIS, FRANCE — When you have had enough frog’s legs and French bread, it is time to head to TaoKan Chinese…
Kona Brewing’s New Bottle Allows You Feel Aloha
Hawaiian brewer gives fresh look to bottles and packaging while reducing carbon footprint KONA, HAWAII — Building on strong growth numbers from 2012, Kona Brewing Company will soon be showing…