Wine Spectator – 9 SoCal Wine Destinations

RESTAURANT GUIDES 9 Casual SoCal Wine Destinations Experience these top-tier wine programs in low-key atmospheres May 6, 2021 While there’s a time and place for a dining splurge, sometimes it’s just as satisfying to enjoy a laid-back meal without all the fanfare. But unfussy cuisine doesn’t have to come with unimpressive beverage options, as these Southern California spots prove. All hold Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards for their wine lists, and all feature moderate or inexpensive pricing. For everything from a quick bite to a no-frills ...

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LA Times March 31, 2021

FOOD HELP POURS IN TO ASSIST RESTAURANT A Group of Sommeliers Rallies Supporters To Save Rustic Kitchen   A group of sommeliers worked together to save Rustic Kitchen in Mar Vista. From left, Casleah Herwaldt, Lauren Hirsh, Lu Diodovich, Christine Tran, Cristie Norman, JJ Zuczkiewicz, Rachel Macalisang and Kalia Christoforou. (Mariah Tauger / Los Angeles Times)   By JENN HARRIS COLUMNIST  MARCH 31, 2021 7 AM PT [online] April 4, 2021 [Sunday Print Edition] When a restaurant closes, it leaves a ...

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  • April 2, 2021

Rori’s Artisinal Creamery Ice Cream Sandwiches

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  • March 6, 2021

Compostable To-Go Packaging

We are passionate beach lovers, surfers, SCUBA divers, swimmers, boaters and all things OCEAN.  We have lived within walking distance of the beach for 35+ years and got married on the sand in Maui.  We feel deeply that it is a place for relaxation, rejuvenation, fun, family, friends and much, much more.  We donate to Heal the Bay, participate in beach cleanup's and have had our menu certified by the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Seafood Watch Program to make sure we are serving the best seafood, that is sustainable and not contributing to the depletion of our oceans ...

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  • December 3, 2020

LaW Estate Wine Dinner

Rustic Kitchen Presents An intimate evening of exploration and discovery with LAW Winery's Hospitality & Events Director - Adelaida Pitts LAW ESTATE WINES Two Nights! Wednesday, April 14, 2021  7:00pm Thursday. April 15, 2021 7:00pm -------------------------------------------------------------- DINNER MENU Arrival 2019 LAW Estate SOPH (57% Roussanne, 22% Marsanne, 21% Clairette Blanche) Paso Robles - Adelaida District First Course Duck Leg Confit, Dried Cherries, Red Onion, Baby Lettuces, Garlic Breadcrumbs Creamed Leek Bisque, Parmesan Crisp 2017 ...

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  • November 11, 2020

Bread Pudding

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Seasonal Brunch Omelet

applewood smoked bacon and smoked gouda omelet, avocado, arugula, mixed greens salad, Dijon balsamic vinaigrette [available for weekend Brunch 10am-3pm Sat-Sun]

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  • March 27, 2020

RK Market

Items available in the RK Market (our apologies if the prices seem high compared to the big supermarkets.. Its not our primary business so we dont get the bulk discounts they enjoy - we use restaurant supply and all items are of the highest quality.  we are doing a fair 50% markup and providing these items as a convenience to the community) **adding items daily so be sure to refresh your browser every time you visit WATER Sole Water 1L glass $4 Sole Sparkling Water 500ml glass $2 Sole Sparkling Water 1L glass $4 Waiakea Hawaiian Water 1L plastic $4 DAIRY/BRE...

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  • March 18, 2020

Chilaquiles

soy chorizo, two eggs over easy, red onion, queso fresco, corn chips, fresh cilantro [available for weekend Brunch 10am-3pm Sat-Sun]

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  • March 16, 2020

Caliza Winemaker Dinner

Rustic Kitchen Presents Dinner with the Winemaker:  An intimate evening of exploration and discovery  Featuring Carl Bowker, Owner/Winemaker  CALIZA WINERY Wednesday  |   February 26, 2020  |  7:00 pm -------------------------------------------------------------- WINE PAIRING MENU Arrival 2019 Caliza Pink First Course Seared Scallop, Pistachio Pesto, orange and yellow tomato puree, snap peas Creamy Carrot Soup Shot 2018 Caliza "Kissing Cousins" White Rhone Blend Second Course Duck Breast, Blueberry Wine Sauce, Creamed chard, double whip potato...

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  • February 6, 2020