Archives for February 2013

Taste the Grape in Temecula Wine Country

Unlike many Johnny-come-lately wine destinations in the United States, the Temecula Valley has over two centuries of history in getting grape to glass. The first vintners were Catholic padres at Mission San Juan Capistrano, who embraced the excellent viticulture of the area. Commercial wineries have been active since the late 1960s, and the area has grown into both a popular tourist destination as well as a quick trip for Los Angeles area locals. Wineries often double as bed & breakfasts in the area, many of which are booked up months in advance. And they're a great destination for day trips or weekend excursions from Coventry Court Apartments.

Recommendations include the Falkner Winery, which is located in a gorgeously-designed hilltop building; the Longshadow Ranch Vineyard and Winery, which has six generations of expertise in play in their delicious wines; and the Mount Palomar Winery, which has a lovely patio to sit and relax. When you’re done tasting, the nearby Pechanga Resort & Casino is a heck of a good time as well.

For more information about Temecula Wine Country, visit www.temeculawines.org.

Fun Board Games to Play with Grandkids

If you’re looking for some fun, entertaining games that are great for all ages, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most enjoyable games to play with your grandkids!

Scrabble
This classic word game might be a bit advanced for the littlest ones, but for kids who already know how to read, Scrabble offers an opportunity for them to show off their word skills, possibly while learning a few new words too!

Clue
A detective game that's a little bit different every time you play, Clue offers kids the chance to put their deduction skills to the test. Solving Clue's whodunit is a great challenge for kids, and it's also fun for adults.

Sorry
Opinion's usually divided on this board game, but one thing's for sure: Sorry's definitely likely to foster some friendly family competition.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Wishing you a day filled with love and happiness!

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Wishing you a day filled with love and happiness!

Kean Coffee: It’s Peachy Keen

Guatemala-born coffee impresario Martin Diedrich has java in his blood—his family owned a small coffee farm, and he grew up watching beans planted and harvested. After exploring a career in archaeology, he moved to America to help his family with their roaster business. From there, it was a short step to opening his own café, and in 2005 he opened Kéan with his wife in a spot not far from Coventry Court Apartments.

Dedicated to providing a cutting-edge, comfortable café experience for coffee aficionados, Kéan craft roasts a variety of sustainably sourced beans from around the world and serves up unique, delicious beverages. The flavored lattes get a big thumbs up from locals, who also rave about the atmosphere and the incredible attention to detail provided by the baristas—especially their gorgeous latte art. The company is also proud of their dedication to environmental responsibility and community engagement. Kéan is everything a local coffeehouse should aspire to be.

Kéan Coffee
13681 Newport Avenue # 14
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 838-5326
www.keancoffee.com

Santa Ana River Trail: Feel the Breeze

The 43-mile Santa Ana River Trail has been decades in the making, but residents and visitors in the Orange area now can include 24 miles of the trail as a local place to get their recreation. The trail will eventually be expanded to a 110-mile parkway leading from the San Bernardino Mountains to the Pacific Ocean alongside the Santa Ana River. The paved trailway provides opportunity for pedestrians, bicyclists, equestrians, and runners to enjoy the natural beauty of Orange County leading to and along the coast. The parkway includes sport fields, bird watching spots, and beachfront activities along a relatively flat stretch of the trail. Cyclists caution that the winds blowing off the ocean can be quite strong, but admit this can provide pleasant relief on hot days. Regular visitors note that the trail can be secluded in some areas and advise that visitors stay in groups for safety, or visit primarily during mid-day hours.

Santa Ana River Trail
W. Orangewood Avenue
Orange, CA 92868
(714) 555-5555

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