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The San Diego Traveler

Archive for the ‘Cooking & Cuisine’ Category

October 20th, 2008

The San Diego Special Edition - October 20, 2008

Welcome to the October 20, 2008 issue of The San Diego Special Edition! It’s great to see so many of our favorite bloggers back this month, as well as some new voices joining us. The variety of these articles and blogs is wonderful, and really shows the breadth of the San Diego experience. Have a […]

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July 15th, 2008

The Best of San Diego

San Diego Magazine puts out a “Best of” article each year, in which their experts comb the nooks and crannies of the county to find the best of everything from the best Dentist to the best Post-Divorce Jewelry Repurposing. Although I’ve written about a few of these before, there are definitely some new explorations […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

July 12th, 2008

Meet Michael Antonorsi, Chocolatier

Michael Antonorsi is a certified French Chef from the École Supéríeure de Cuísíne Francaíse Ferrandi in Paris, where he also completed specialized training in Pastry and Chocolaterie at the École Lenotre. He also happens to be Master Chocolatier at Chuao (chew-WOW) Chocolatier in Carlsbad. Antonorsi will make special appearances at locations around the county over […]

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May 25th, 2008

Recipes Available from San Diego Chefs

Did you ever go to a restaurant and wish that you could get a recipe from the chef? Well, maybe you can.
There are forty-one signature recipes from San Diego chefs now available at SanDiegoRestaurants.com, along with restaurant reviews and recommendations from restaurant patrons (which could include you).
The featured recipes include:

Ahi Tuna Rolls by Chef […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 5 comments

April 20th, 2008

Spring Brides Heading to Del Mar

According to Bridalinsider, the Bridal Bazaar has been named San Diego’s “Best Bridal Show” every year brides have voted. In fact, more brides plan their weddings at the Bridal Bazaar than at any other local bridal show.
At the spring 2008 show (next Sunday, April 27, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds) you’ll meet over 200 […]

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April 10th, 2008

Moulin Rouge Comes to San Diego

This weekend’s Art Alive: Paris in the Park Gala promises to be an experience like never before. The gala has been voted one of San Diego’s Top 10 Parties by San Diego Magazine, so you can expect them to outdo themselves once again. Gourmet cuisine, floral-infused cocktails and cool music will bring this French fete […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 1 comment

April 9th, 2008

Wine Festival for Make-A-Wish

The 2nd Annual California Wine Festival will feature hundreds of California wines, regional craft brews and gourmet foods from local chefs.
Thousands of wine lovers will gather to celebrate fine wine and food at the Embarcadero Marina Park North on San Diego Bay, while enjoying blues and jazz music and other live entertainment. 
Ten dollars from […]

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March 4th, 2008

Tavern Day Around the World

Other writers around the world have also been writing about Tavern Day, sharing stories about their own favorite taverns. Here are some wonderful examples from my co-workers at b5media:

Cheers!!! National Tavern Day by Jon at The DC Traveler
Celebrate Tavern Day at Walt Disney World by Susan at The Disney Traveler
“Be Good or Be Gone” at […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

February 28th, 2008

San Diego Blogger MeetUp

On Tuesday evening, I attended the latest San Diego Blogger MeetUp, held at Cafe Bassam, along with twenty or so local bloggers. It was the largest, and most lively MeetUp to date, with an energy matched by the location.
I love the Cafe Bassam. It’s one of those quirky coffee houses with a treat for the […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 1 comment

February 14th, 2008

Love Sucks

If all the cutesy-wootsie valentines are making you want to toss your heart-shaped cookies, head to BASIC Urban Kitchen & Bar today.
You’ll be in good company for the Anti V-Day Party, featuring specials on Very Dirty Martinis and Sex on the Beach.
Don’t expect any candy hearts, stuffed teddy bears or red roses […]

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