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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The Phoenix. In both Greek and Egyptian mythology there is a tale of a bird that regenerates from ashes. The original bird was beautiful, and the re-generated bird was also beautiful. This ancient story comes to mind for Faro Trupiano when he ponders the fire destruction and subsequent restoration of his restaurant, 127 West Social House. The structure was built in 1884 by Elmore Shipley. It was a challenge to renovate the historical building to create a restaurant. Just 15 mo... Full story
Amateur: Best Tasting First place - Marlene Salazar Second place - Pierre Domercq Best Presentation First place- Sandra Orozco Second place - Pierre Domercq Professional Best Tasting First place - Northgate Market Fallbrook Second place - Cultura con Sabor Best Presentation First place - Cultura con Sabor Second place - Northgate Market Fallbrook...
Jackfruit or artocarpus heterophyllus is a unique and interesting fruit that is known as the largest tree-borne fruit in the world. It is from the mulberry family. For the first time, I have seen them at Major market in Fallbrook, and it is a real show-stopper. Jackfruit originated in southern India and Southeast Asia and is grown in the tropical regions around the world. Today, it is being grown in some tropical regions of Mexico and is being imported to the states. One...
FALLBROOK – Few desserts inspire the devotion of chocolate cake. Even people who may not consider themselves chocolate lovers no doubt enjoy a piece of chocolate cake. While many people may reserve their chocolate cake indulgence for nights out on the town, those who don't want to wait until their next date night to fulfill their chocolate fix can get in their kitchens and prepare this recipe for "Chocolate Cardamom Truffle Cake" from Maxine Clark's "Chocolate" (Ryland, P...
FALLBROOK – Vegetables are more versatile than many people may know. Steaming or sautéing vegetables might be among the most popular ways to cook veggies, but grill masters know that it's not just main dishes that taste great when cooked over an open flame. As the following recipe for "Charred Green Beans with Lemon Verbena Pesto" from Karen Adler and Judith Fertig's "The Gardener & The Grill" (Running Press) can attest, grilled vegetables make for simple yet satisfying side d...
FALLBROOK – Grilling is the preferred method of cooking for many people, perhaps because it combines the great outdoors with delicious food. And, it's fun. When grilling, many people are comfortable sticking with traditional backyard barbecue fare, such as hot dogs and hamburgers. But those who want to expand their grilling horizons can try the following simple recipe for "Grilled Chicken and Onion Skewers" from Amy Kaneko's "Let's Cook Japanese Food!" (Chronicle Books). G...
SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Padres, along with Delaware North Companies, Inc., announced the addition of two local favorites to the Petco Park food and beverage lineup, along with other concession updates, for the 2018 baseball season. Buona Forchetta and Blue Water Seafood Market & Grill are now available at Petco Park. "We are excited to partner with Matteo Cattaneo of Buona Forchetta and Judd & Matt Braun of Blue Water Seafood Market & Grill to bring our Padres fans more l...
Avid sports fan Scott Little always wanted to own and operate a sports bar. Last summer the Fallbrook resident achieved his dream when he opened Harry's Sports Bar & Grill at 125 South Main Avenue. Little, whose successful career with Monterey Financial Services afforded him the luxury of retiring in October 2014 at age 47, found out relatively quickly that retirement life at an early age wasn't the life for him. "I traveled around a lot for a year to a year-and-a-half," said...
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The American Grown Field to Vase Dinner Tour announced its 2018 destinations, inviting guests nationwide to dine among the exquisite fields of America’s most stunning flower and foliage farms. The dinner tour is a cross-country series of elegant pop-up gatherings where seasonal, sustainable blooms dazzle on beautifully designed tablescapes, elegantly dressed by top U.S. floral designers, while scrumptious meals are prepared by well-known farm-to-table chefs. At each unique meal and through the acc...
FALLBROOK – Cultivating beautiful blooms is a popular pastime for gardeners near and far. While gazing at a yard full of vibrant colors or enjoying the aroma of freshly cut blooms is enough for many gardeners, others may want to embrace a long-enduring tradition of growing edible flowers. Cooking with edible flowers is a trend that has endured for centuries. According to Fleurs Gourmandes, the first recorded history of edible flowers occurred in 140 BC. Use of calendula in s...
FALLBROOK – Irish coffee is a drink beloved the world over, and one that becomes even more popular on St. Patrick's Day. The origin of this drink, coffee with a splash of whiskey and Irish cream liqueur, has been debated for quite some time. According to a 2016 story on www.IrishCentral.com, after publishing a story claiming the drink was first served in the Shannon Airport, the website received a letter from a representative from the Foynes Flying Boat and Maritime Museum t...
FALLBROOK – Although not necessarily known for its cuisine, Ireland does boast many delicious dishes that have withstood the test of time. Sampling some of these hearty and delicious dishes may not require a trip overseas, especially for people who live in communities with a heavy Irish influence. Many eateries and chefs are rediscovering Ireland's culinary heritage through their menus. Irish stew: Irish stew is the ultimate in one-pot cooking. Traditionally made with m...
Given the length of the line at Fish Fry Friday, Feb. 23, (across one end of the hall and halfway down the length of it), word has gotten out that diners should show up early if they want to be sure to get a fish dinner at this popular event. A Lenten tradition at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Parish for more than 30 years, the dinner is open to the whole community and attracts a large crowd every spring. The Knights of Columbus are serving up three kinds of seafood every Fri...
I had a real treat when I accepted an invitation to meet with the ranch hands and managers of the nonprofit Manzanita Ranch at the historic Rainbow Oaks Restaurant just off the Interstate 15 in Rainbow. It was nothing more than a meet up with the Manzanita Ranch folks on their first "Manzanita Mondays" benefit, but to me it was a nostalgic visit to the restaurant on the way to San Diego on old Highway 395 since the 1947 postwar era, before people even dreamed of interstate...
FALLBROOK – Fresh-popped popcorn, whether at the movies, ballpark or at home, is always a crowd-pleaser. The Popcorn Board, however, encourages people to expand their popcorn repertoire and thus offers the following recipes: Coconut Crunch Chia Clusters Yield: 8 cups Ingredients: 8 cups unsalted, unbuttered popped popcorn 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup butter 3 tbsp honey 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup coconut flakes 3 tbsp chia seeds Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line large, ri...
FALLBROOK – Valentine's Day is synonymous with many things, including chocolate. Many sweethearts exchange chocolate on Valentine's Day, making chocolate confections as essential to a successful holiday as flowers and romance. Men and women who want to make this Valentine's Day extra special can forgo store-bought chocolates in favor of homemade confections. The following recipe for "Swiss Mountain Ice Cream" from Maxine Clark's "Chocolate: Deliciously Indulgent Recipes for C...
FALLBROOK – Hosting a Super Bowl viewing party involves serving plenty of winning appetizers. While the quarterbacks are slinging the football, guests are looking for snacks that will score points with their taste buds. The following recipe for "Spicy Cheese Balls" from A.J. Rathbun's "Party Snacks!" (Harvard Common Press) will have fans of lively hors d'oeuvres doing touchdown dances. Spicy Cheese Balls Makes 35 to 40 bite-size balls Ingredients: 1 8-ounce package cream c...
FALLBROOK – Sporting events provide great opportunities to gather with friends and family to enjoy some time together while watching a favorite sport or big game. Such gatherings are not complete without food, and some foods are widely considered staples of sports viewing parties. Chicken wings are among the most popular foods on game day. While many chicken wing aficionados might insist on frying wings, this beloved dish can be baked. In fact, chef Kevin Gillespie, author o...
PALA – Napa Valley’s ZD Wines will host a five-course dinner and wine pairing Thursday, Feb. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the underground wine cave at Pala Casino Spa & Resort. Doors will open at 7 p.m. The first course will offer goat cheese in filo with peekytoe crab-cracked pepper dill/red pepper fondue with a ZD Chardonnay, CA. The second will be bacon-wrapped diver scallop with jalapeno mango chutney/micro greens and ZD Reserve Chardonnay, Carneros. The third course will feature seared lamb loin with wild mushroom ris...
It’s a new year and you are resolved. Maybe you’ve already decided to exercise more, spend less, read more or learn a new skill. Well, here’s a goal you might not have thought of that is easy to accomplish and could make the world a better place. Cut back on wasting food! That’s right, food waste is a huge problem – a problem you can help change. Consider these statistics from the National Resources Defense Council. • Every year, 40 percent of all the food in the U.S. is wasted, most often by being tossed out as trash into...
FALLBROOK – The National Football League conference championship games will be played Sunday (Jan. 21) and these big games should be enjoyed with food featuring big flavors. Hosts having friends over for the AFC and NFC title games should try their hands at the following recipe for "Red Chili Braised Short Ribs" courtesy of "Jon Bonnell's Texas Favorites" (Gibbs Smith). Red Chili Braised Short Ribs Serves 8 to 10 Red Chili Sauce 1 yellow onion, diced 2 ribs celery, diced 5 c...
PALA – Continuing its $170 million expansion and renovation, Pala Casino Spa & Resort recently opened Bar Meets Grill, a new restaurant/lounge concept, in the space that formerly housed its CAVE lounge and restaurant. Bar Meets Grill offers a casual California cuisine menu. It opens at 11 a.m. daily and during lunch offers a wide variety of appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas and salads. Dinner begins at 5 p.m. and the menu includes popular CAVE entrees plus select pasta and entrée options created by chef Anila Kurti. Th...
FALLBROOK – Hearty meals are best on cold nights, when food can provide a warming effect after coming in from the cold outdoors. This recipe for "Boeuf Bourguignon" from Jill Lightner's "Edible Seattle: The Cookbook" (Sterling Epicure) is sure to provide such an effect. Boeuf Bourguignon Yield: 6 generous servings Ingredients: 2 pounds beef shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces (see note) 1 onion, cut into large dice 2 carrots, cut into large dice 2 stalks celery, cut into large d...
FALLBROOK – Chicken can be served in various ways, and that versatility no doubt contributes to the popularity of poultry. Some people love their chicken fried, while others can't get enough grilled chicken. Baking chicken may not be as popular as frying or grilling it, but baked chicken is no less delicious. Chicken lovers used to frying or grilling their favorite meals should try the following recipe for "Home-Style Baked Chicken" from Laurie McNamara's "Simply Scratch: 1...
FALLBROOK – Football fans often spend New Year's Day on the couch watching a slew of college bowl games. Viewing all those games requires some nourishment, and what goes better with football than some tasty beef appetizers and a nice cold beverage. The following recipes for spicy meatballs, flavorful stuffed jalapeno peppers, and tasty stuffed baby bell peppers are courtesy of The Beef Checkoff www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com. Spicy Buffalo-Style Meatballs Ingredients: 1 p...
