Culinary Romantic Destinations to visit in California

Napa Valley- Enjoy the best food and wineries on the West Coast. It's the best time of the year to visit Napa.

Santa Barbara- Great Seafood and many wineries to visit.

Big Bear- Rent a cabin or enjoy a b&b...If its not snowing and you can't get on the slopes enjoy a beautiful hike. I had some of the best pumpkins pancakes a few years back.

or have a staycation at your favorite hotel. Just to name a few of my favorite hotels that are romantic and have good food are the Peninsula, Mondrian, Hotel Sofitel, Bacara resort in Santa Barbara, Best Western Elm in Napa,

Money Saving Meals for the family

I thought I'd throw out some dishes that save money and can last the family a few days. These dishes make great left overs for sacked lunches throughout the week.

Chicken Enchilada Pie
Lasagne
Chili (Chicken, Turkey or Beef)
Pork Pot Roast
Spaghetti

What to do for Valentine's Day

Valentines Day is MY FAVORITE HOLIDAY!!
Some don't subscribe (mostly men) to this Holiday but for me, its a day to give free love.

If you live in Los Angeles and have no idea where to take you honey, boo, sidekick, friend or foe.... I have a few places that I can suggest for good food, romance and entertainment.

Food and Live Music

La Louisianna in Los Angeles (Creole Food) best R&B and Jazz
Redwhite and Bluezz (Pasadena)

Food Connoisseurs

Tom Collichio- Craft
Church & State (Modern French and romantic atmosphere)
Asanebo (Sushi)
Red Medicine (Vietnamese with a twist) open till 2a.m. and fabulous drinks

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