Bringing to your attention ~ the March Against Monsanto

A March Against Monsanto in San Diego? Yes. And No. It’s worldwide! lol This wasn’t my idea….. I didn’t think of it (wish I did)…. but it makes sense to share this blog and this information with everyone you know. I have been blogging about Monsanto forever…. telling you how they have genetically modified our food, … Read more

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Celebrity Vodka. Chef Marian presents Vintana, Escondido Happy Hour!

Vintana, Escondido Happy Hour….. is a must do! I have talked about it before, but yesterday I had the opportunity to meet with Executive Chef/Partner of the Cohn Group, Deborah Scott. Chef Scott is someone I have been following for decades….. I am always amazed at what she creates… what she puts on the plate. And … Read more

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True Food kitchen Review ~ From Chef Marian

You know how life works….. one thing leads to another….. And my trip to Brooklyn Girl the night before (see blog review on this site) led me to the discovery of True Food kitchen in the Fashion Valley Mall, yesterday. “Combat the trend toward processed food and fast food”. That’s our man Andrew Weil talking … Read more

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Romano’s Macaroni Grill Allergen Free ~ Review from Chef Marian

Romano’s Macaroni Grill Allergen Free? Many MANY moons ago, I remember Romano’s Macaroni Grill Grand Opening in Las Vegas on West Sahara. These were platters, (not plates) of food, mountains of food served to each person, in typical over the top abundance of Vegas style. Fast forward two, maybe three decades….. I find myself sitting … Read more

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Deborah Scott is an incredible Chef and the Cohn Group is a brilliant group~review of Vintano from Chef Marian

Deborah Scott is an incredible Chef. And the Cohn Group is a brilliant group. You may remember them from  the Corvette Diner, Indigo Grill in Little Italy, or maybe you like The Prado? Well, their latest trick is Vintana, 1205 Auto Park Way, Escondido. I can only assume that’s a play on words. I’ve seen other … Read more

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Healthy Creations in Encinitas is the real deal!

Do you know this unassuming woman? Not the exhausted one from a ‘move’ I’ve done in the last two weeks…. the one to the right…. the light, young wisp of a woman with a powerhouse of ideas that created Healthy Creations ~ in both Encinitas and their Organic Kitchen in Vista? I mean, she’s sitting … Read more

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Native Foods Arrives in Encinitas!

Give me your vegans, the men eeee yearning to dine free…. and go to a restaurant where they can eat EVERYTHING on the menu? Really? Really? That’s Native Foods. ‘Chef Marian’ (it’s a brand and a person) and crew attended a pre-opening launch…. we call that a ‘soft‘ opening…. tonight in Encinitas. I’ll introduce you … Read more

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Nozomi 2 Sushi & BBQ shares Sushi Secrets with Chef Marian

Nozomi 2 Sushi & BBQ in La Jolla is a sleepy little sushi place near the Marriott. And this past weekend, I was at a conference at the Marriott so…….. guess where I wound up? lol First of all…..and barbecue? Really? And then I started thinking: “hmmm…. asian bbq”. I don’t know about you, but … Read more

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