For the holiday season, the Top of the Mark bar has 13 holiday-themed cocktails based on the 12 Days of Christmas and one Christmas tradition. Armando and I spent a Sunday brunch and had a chance to taste test some of these specialty drinks along with their extensive brunch menu.
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A Taste of Italy with Panino Giusto
A new year means new experiences, and now is the perfect time to eat lunch at recently opened Panino Giusto in Cupertino. Right before the holidays kicked in, I was invited to a tasting lunch. Panino Giusto is an Italian restaurant that started out in Milan, Italy. They quickly became known for their artisanal menu and […]
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Oakland Eats: Hopscotch Bar & Restaurant
I had the opportunity to eat dinner with lifestyle and food bloggers at Hopscotch Bar & Restaurant back in November, and am shocked I have not shared this post sooner! I love trying out new places and lately I feel I am venturing outside of Berkeley a lot more often for delicious bites. Hopscotch Bar […]
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Truvee Wine Tasting and Sangria Recipe
Right before I headed out to Hawaii, I was invited by the McBride’s Sister’s Truvée wine company for a food & wine tasting at Sen’s Restaurant in San Francisco. Sen’s is one of my favorite restaurants in SF, particularly because of its happy hours and gorgeous view of the Bay Bridge. So of course, I […]
A Taste of Agreeno at Pathos
Last month I was invited to a culinary event at Pathos Organic Greek Kitchen in Berkeley to try out some expertly prepared mezes paired with wines and to see a culinary demonstration by celebrity chef/author Diane Kochillas. This demonstration was intended to highlight a new and healthy risotto by a Greek brand named Agreeno that […]