Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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Special to the Village News Sequestered in a wooded valley lies the Vista Valley Country Club. This spectacular club with stunning vistas of lush hills provides an escape from the bustle of the world. An earth-toned porte-cochère welcomes all who enter. When the massive 200-year-old entrance doors are opened, you feel like you have just stepped across the threshold to Spain or France. Owners John and Terri Havens have collected European art and antiques – mainly from Fr... Full story
FALLBROOK – While we usually don't get snow, you can have a snowball fight of a different kind when you offer up treats that even Ebenezer Scrooge would love. Children will need to use the same kind of pressure to make these coconut flaked sweets as they do to meld snowflakes. But packing popcorn with melted marshmallows and butter is easy and edible. Just be sure to allow the mixture to cool before handling. Add a candy cane for an extra pop of flavor and to use up l...
FALLBROOK – What would the holidays be without platters full of homemade cookies? It's that time of year for pulling out favorite recipes and filling the house with delicious aromas and delectable treats. This recipe for "Stareos" from "Classic Stars Desserts" (Chronicle Books) by Emily Luchetti adds a gourmet spin to a popular chocolate sandwich cookie. Stareos Makes 18 cookies Chocolate Shortbread 11/2 cups all-purpose flour Pinch of kosher salt 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa p...
Special to the Village News Owned by SonRise Christian Fellowship, the Fallbrook Coffee Company embodies all the finer qualities of our community. Yes, it is a great place to experience steaming coffee and a good, hearty sandwich. But this establishment is also a place of camaraderie where you can either meet friends or spend some leisurely time alone. It is a place where you can forget the cares of the world. A sign on the wall reads: "You will be blessed when you come in... Full story
FALLBROOK – Kitchen gadgets come and go, but one mainstay continues to deliver tasty meals with ease. The Crock-Pot®, dubbed the original slow cooker, was invented in 1940 by Irving Nachumsohn. This slow cooker was created to cook a traditional stew eaten on the Jewish sabbath. Because faithful Jews are forbidden from cooking on the Sabbath, Nachumsohn found the stew could easily be prepared prior and allowed to cook unattended, then carried to dinner, meeting the Sabbath requirements. It was another 30 years before the sl...
FALLBROOK – Slow cookers are a handy tool for any home chef, particularly those who juggle busy daily schedules. With slow cookers, meals can be prepared in advance and then left to simmer for hours while they develop deep flavors as meats become tender and succulent. When cooking recipes in a slow cooker, it's best to choose cuts of meats and poultry that can stand up to long cooking times. These cuts tend to be more fibrous and tough, but will tenderize with time. Short r...
I venture into a restaurant where tantalizing aromas swirl about the room. Murmurs of conversation, punctuated with an occasional burst of laughter, evoke a cheery ambiance reminiscent of a sidewalk café in Italy. These components have been intertwined for 15 years at Trupiano's Italian Bistro in Fallbrook. Faro Trupiano founded the establishment in 2004, and it has been a success since the doors were opened. The combination of the owner's love for people and his passion for... Full story
FALLBROOK – Gingerbread cookies and houses are one of the many symbols of the holiday season, alongside Christmas trees and twinkling lights. In fact, few confections symbolize the holidays more so than gingerbread. Many a child, or a child at heart, has spent hours carefully trying to create decorative gingerbread houses. Although gingerbread recipes span various cultures, gingerbread houses originated in 16th century Germany. The fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel" helped s...
For a lot of families, one of the best things about Thanksgiving is all those leftovers – the gravy-covered turkey sandwiches, mashed potatoes and pie for days. But too much of anything can be a bad thing, even Thanksgiving leftovers. Every year, 40% of all food in the U.S. is wasted, often by being tossed out as trash into landfills, even as many Americans don't have enough to eat, according to the National Resources Defense Council. In addition, the average four-person h...
FALLBROOK – The holiday season is a time when people open their homes to family and friends. Having a series of tested recipes on hand can fulfill a variety of needs when having people over for dinner parties or informal gatherings. This recipe for "Creamy Cashew Spread" from "Vegan Cooking for Beginners" (Publications International Ltd.) by the editors of Publications International can meet various dietary needs, making it an ideal addition to the menu when hosting guests. A...
FALLBROOK – Mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish, capable of being paired with meats, poultry and fish. Few meals wouldn't benefit from the addition of creamy mashed potatoes. Some food historians say that the original recipe for mashed potatoes originated in 1771, when a Frenchman named Antoine Parmentier hosted a competition on ways to prepare potatoes. Others say that mashed potatoes surely were born in Great Britain in the 1600s, as potatoes were a staple of the E...
FALLBROOK – Popcorn is good to eat all year round, not just in Popcorn Month. It can be eaten plain or seasoned for any occasion. Below are two recipes especially for fall, courtesy of the Popcorn Board. Sit by the fire and warm up with this fall-inspired popcorn blend that's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Cranberry and Chocolate Spiced Popcorn Start to finish: 30 minutes Yield: 8 cups Ingredients: 8 cups popped popcorn 1 cup dried cranberries 1 cup toasted pum...
A record number of pies were entered in the Harvest Faire Pie Bake-off at this year's Harvest Faire. While the pies of four entrants did not show up, 15 sweet and five savory pies were presented for the six judges in the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce board room. Veteran and newbie judges alike agreed that the looks of a pie didn't always match the taste. However, "anytime I get to eat pie on duty is a good day," San Diego County Sheriff's Cpl. Brendan Campbell said. Campbell h...
Senior residents can eat a tasty, nutritious lunch, Monday through Friday at 11:15 a.m., courtesy of the Fallbrook Senior Center at the Fallbrook Community Center. The lunch Oct. 10 was this month's birthday lunch, recognizing center members born in October. There were only two this month, Freda Shade and Jose Melo Rojas, among the 39 diners. "Happy Birthday" was played on the piano by 99-year-old Bud Roberds. The meal consisted of a green salad, roast beef with gravy, mashed...
OCEANSIDE – The U.S. Pizza Team hosted the 2019 Northeast U.S. Pizza Cup Aug. 26, at the Pizza University and Culinary Arts Center in Beltsville, Maryland. With the help of Marra Forni and the Pizza University, the U.S. Pizza Team sought out the best pizza-making talent to represent the United States at the European Pizza and Pasta Show in London, England, in November. Droves of the best pizzaioli from all over the country competed in the Pizza Classica category. Working w... Full story
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Kate Calhoun - Writer Intern The best place to grab a plate to eat before enjoying Fallbrook's Friday Night Lights can be found within Fallbrook High School's agriculture department, located near the east end zone of the football stadium. Before every home football game, Fallbrook National FFA Organization puts on a barbecue, featuring tri-tip, baked beans, sweet rolls and salad, all for only $10. The barbecue is student-run and led by the teachers in the agriculture...
VISTA – Vista Valley Country Club has announced the appointment of its new executive chef, Ryan Gilbert. Gilbert was born and raised in San Diego. He graduated from the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco in 2005. Gilbert spent the next several years honing his craft at the award-winning Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa as sous chef under celebrity chef C. Barclay Dodge of El Bulli in Spain and Restaurants Bosq and Mogador in Aspen, Colorado. Gilbert continued his ascen...
FALLBROOK – The secret to losing weight involves a careful balance. The number of calories that are eaten should be exceeded by the energy expended by exercise and the normal biological functions of the body. This balance often involves controlling caloric intake, such as when people cut back on portion sizes. Some people believe they can lose weight by limiting what they eat or by skipping certain meals altogether. But skipping a meal like breakfast could actually have an a...
FALLBROOK – A nutritious diet is an essential element of a healthy lifestyle. Everyone from small children to fully grown adults have their own dietary preferences and the choices people ultimately make can go a long way toward ensuring their long-term health. Vegan and vegetarian diets are two popular, yet sometimes misunderstood, approaches to eating. In fact, vegan and vegetarian diets are sometimes mistaken as one and the same. However, the Vegetarian Society notes t...
FALLBROOK – People choose a vegetarian lifestyle for a number of reasons. Some individuals have an aversion to eating meat because they're concerned about animal welfare, while others find that a low-calorie, vegetarian diet promotes long-term health. Vegetarianism can certainly be a healthy option, but those who eschew meat and sometimes eggs often have to find alternative sources of protein to meet dietary needs. According to the Dietary Reference Intakes, the average s...
FALLBROOK – The flourishing craft beer movement has made it chic to choose beer as the social drink of choice. And the rise of microbreweries in towns across the globe has led to an array of beers crafted with unique production techniques, resulting in beverages with unique aromas and nuanced flavors. To further enhance the beer-drinking experience, enthusiasts may give more thought to the glasses their beers are in. Much in the way that certain foods and beverages go t...
County of San Diego Communications Office You're rushing off to work in the morning and still have to find time to make a doctor's appointment, sign permission slips for a field trip and drop the children off at school. Oh, and find time to pack the kids' lunches? You might think the easy option is to grab a prepackaged lunch or whip together a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and toss it in with a bag of chips and a snack cake. But we've got some tips from the County Health...
FALLBROOK – Grilling lends itself well to many different foods. The smoky, flame-licked flavor of foods prepared on the grill is hard to replicate by other means of cooking. Many people turn to grilling each night, especially when the weather is warm and pleasant. Fish is one food that can sometimes cause grilling-related anxiety. The tender, flaky nature of fish makes it seem like a poor fit for the grill, simply because it can fall through the slats. Yet grilling fish is eas...
FALLBROOK – Over 50 members, family and friends attended the Fallbrook Garden Club's annual summer picnic at Live Oak Park, Aug. 8. The picnic tables, under the shade of the live oaks trees, were covered with appetizers, salads and desserts, as well as contest entries for best tomatoes, vegetables and food dishes. The winners all received a potted vegetable, herb or plant. Winners in the food category were Carolyn Buchman for mint lemonade and mini quiches; Pauline and G...
