Casual Dining

For alfresco everyday dining enjoy Salt Craft in Pleasanton

When veteran chef Matt Greco set out to create his own restaurant in downtown Pleasanton, he had clear objectives in mind. High-quality, locally sourced ingredients to drive a seasonal menu that elevates e... Read More...

Frankie and Lola’s – A hidden treasure in Morro Bay!

Finding the hole-in-the-wall type dining establishment is like a treasure hunt. These wonderful restaurants are out there, but seldom in the general traffic flow - automotive or foot – to find them, you have... Read More...

Downtown Cafe in Meyers is ideal breakfast/lunch spot

If you are looking for an excellent breakfast or lunch spot while driving from Lake Tahoe to Echo Summit on Highway 50, stop at the Downtown Café in Meyers. “Downtown” is a misnomer—let me know when you find... Read More...

Himmel Haus offers German bier, food and atmosphere

Located below the Heavenly Valley parking lot on the California side, Himmel Haus serves authentic German food matched with a wide selection of German, Belgian and Dutch beers. The décor is typical German Bi... Read More...

Flaherty’s – Seafood by the Seashore in Carmel-by-the-Sea

After dining at Flaherty’s Seafood Grill and Oyster Bay in Carmel-by-the-Sea, I heard from some that locals in Carmel don’t dine at the restaurant. That was followed with two quick thoughts. One, mistake ... Read More...

Pasta Pelican is ideal for waterfront dining

I have dined at the Pasta Pelican (formerly the Rusty Pelican) for more years than I care to remember. The late Alameda County Supervisor Don Excell of Livermore introduced me to the Pelican back in the 1980... Read More...

A taste of the Greek Isles in Danville

Like many Danville restaurants, Santorini is located in a shopping center—Town and Country right off Hartz Avenue. It is ideal for a family meal with a broad menu of Mediterranean dishes. The entrees are rea... Read More...

ChouChou in San Francisco is a neighborhood gem

In downtown San Francisco for a night, we skipped the restaurants in the hotel or within walking distance and headed instead for a delightful neighborhood place, ChouChou in the Forest Hill neighborhood. Loc... Read More...

Cravings Stone Fired Pizza and Pasta – a hit in Livermore!

Only a year in the making, Cravings Stone Fired Pizza and Pasta has taken downtown Livermore by storm. Owner Matt McLean founded the pizzeria in early 2015 with his father, to bring their inventive culinary ... Read More...

Hotel Healdsburg is perfect location on the Plaza

Returning to Healdsburg for a quick one-day getaway, we stayed down on the Plaza at the Hotel Healdsburg. The 56-room hotel is an ideal location for wine tasting at the more than 20 tasting rooms w... Read More...

Fall golf and resort real estate update for Truckee and Portola

Reflection Bay Golf Club Brings New Staff to Lake Las Vegas

Wondrous Winchester Country Club!

Get out to the Safeway Open in Napa this weekend!

Windows on the Water - A must in Morro Bay!

The Wine Wrangler – The Best Wine Tour in Paso Robles

Thomas Keller’s Drive-In Cuisine by the Green highlights Safeway Open food!

Jimmy’s matches great food with great views of Lake Tahoe

Healdsburg is a splendid food, wine and golf getaway

Little River Inn Golf Getaway Package!

The Inn at Morro Bay – A perfect seaside retreat!

Meadowood earns Triple 5 Star Award from Forbes

Fairway One open at Pebble Beach!

Pine Inn – Offering the uniqueness of Carmel-by-the-Sea!

Caddy Shack – the ultimate buddy trip at Greenhorn Creek

Wine the key for PGA Tour event in Napa Valley

The Queen of the Green talks raising children!

Warm up to play better golf!

Ferrin Peterson – Great person, jockey, soon to be vet!!!

Breeders' Cup Pick'em Contest!

Golden Gate Fields – Thursday, October 18

King Kent ready for week six NFL action!!

Breeders’ Cup Pick’em Contest!!

Daytona Beach Golf Courses Back Open

Queen of the Green talks family – Part II

Beer Crawl set for Oct. 27 in downtown Pleasanton

September 11, 2001 – Never Forget

How to survive a corporate golf outing!

True Spec Golf opens at Omni La Costa!

A Look Back At A Year After Facing Death