Category: Food and Drinks

a beautiful brunch set out at Madi in San Diego

Where to do Brunch in San Diego

San Diego is known for its gorgeous beaches and diverse action-packed adventures whether it be land or sea. But in the midst of all this fun, we still need to eat. And the old saying says breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But is it? Let’s face it sometimes sleeping in after…

Celebrate National Coffee Day a North County Roastery

With National Coffee Day coming up on October 1, we want to make sure you have all the right places on your radar. Here are some of top suggestions:  North County Roaster This small batch, gourmet coffee house offers “strong and bold” house-roasted beans from around the world and is located in the historic Fin…

Heather Winfield at rodeo with Cool Wind Media

How do you Break into Country Line Dancing

Country Line Dancing Craze Is this a new fad, or something that I just didn’t know about? I feel like I finally pulled my head out from under a rock. In the last year or so I’ve seen or heard more about line dancing than I ever had in my life.  And yes it’s really cool,…

The Franciacorta Harvest Wine Made Using Only Traditional Methods

I love August because it begins the Franciacorta harvest. Starting with the southern slopes of Mt Orfano where the Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, and Pinot Bianco harvest always begins earlier than the more central zones, thanks to the area’s specific microclimate. ‘2022 is definitely an unusual year. It initially looked optimal with top production and grape…

A group of people Celebrating National Rum Day With Cool Wind Media

Celebrate National Rum Day With Cool Wind Media

Yes, it’s true we even give Rum its own day. National Rum Day is on August 16, and those who want to celebrate can start with my favorite a Mojito. But we can’t leave out the daiquiris, or a piña coladas lovers. For all you rum drinkers the exciting rum-centric cocktail options that go far…

Villa Capri's Front View with a woman standing in front

Villa Capri Old-School Italian Restaurant in Carmel Valley

The sun was down as we walked up to a beautifully lit restaurant. Very unexpected, but so pleasantly inviting! In the middle of a strip mall sits Villa Capri Italian Restaurant, nestled into a Italian decorated piazza . Could this be the Authentic Italian gem in Carmel Valley that we have heard so much about? Authentic…

Seagram's Italian Ice Red White and Blue

Try Seagram’s Escapes Italian Ice

No need to wait in line for your favorite Italian ice flavors! Because their Italian Ice Variety pack is back for another summer! And the popular variety pack features Cherry, Lemon, and Blue Raspberry Italian Ice and makes a perfect summer cocktail for July 4th and all summer long. Cynthia Bailey at Seagram’s crafted these cocktails….

Grilled Halibut and Shrimp on a plate

Eating Up (And Down) 101 in Encinitas

Eating Up (And Down) 101 in Encinitas  I challenged my husband to dining at all the restaurants on 101 in Encinitas.  I hope we will not end up 300 lbs. before we finish!  Maybe this will motivate us to be more diligent in our workouts. Our first stop on this quest is Maurizio’s Trattoria Italiana…