Food & Drink

San Diego’s Craft Beer Scene Continues to Set the Standard San Diego’s Craft Beer Week 2024, held from June 26-30, celebrated the region’s flourishing beer culture, with more than 100 local breweries participating in events throughout the city. Known for its boundary-pushing brews and commitment to quality, San Diego has become one of the most

Golden State Review Contributor·June 26, 2024

The Napa Valley Wine Harvest Preview, held on June 19, 2024, at the Culinary Institute of America’s Greystone campus, was a highly anticipated event that provided an exclusive first look at the 2024 harvest. Napa Valley, one of the world’s most renowned wine regions, continues to evolve, and the preview highlighted how sustainability, innovation, and

Golden State Review Contributor·June 19, 2024

The Los Angeles Vegan Festival, held on June 12, 2024, at the Los Angeles Convention Center, was a monumental event in the growth of the vegan movement. The festival, which drew over 20,000 attendees, showcased a diverse array of plant-based foods, beverages, and lifestyle products, highlighting the significant strides that veganism has made in recent

Golden State Review Contributor·June 12, 2024

How Small-Batch, Locally Sourced Sodas Are Replacing Big-Brand Soft Drinks The San Francisco Food and Beverage Expo, held on June 6, 2024, at the Moscone Center, became a pivotal moment in the world of beverages, as artisan sodas made a significant splash. While craft beers, kombucha, and organic juices typically take center stage at such

Golden State Review Contributor·June 6, 2024

California’s olive oil industry, once overshadowed by the more established producers in the Mediterranean, has rapidly become a powerhouse on the global stage. The 2024 California Olive Oil Competition (COOC), held on May 10, 2024, at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, highlighted the impressive growth and increasing recognition of California’s extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) producers.

Golden State Review Contributor·May 24, 2024

The 2024 Napa Valley Wine Auction, held from May 10 to May 12 at the Napa Valley Expo, was one of the most successful in the event’s history, raising over $25 million for local charities. The three-day event, which featured exclusive wine lots, tastings, and celebrity appearances, underscored the global appeal of Napa Valley wines

Golden State Review Contributor·May 17, 2024

In the world of craft beverages, few movements have seen the kind of rapid growth that the craft cider industry has experienced in California over the past decade. From humble beginnings to becoming a rising star in the world of artisan drinks, craft cider has firmly established itself as a significant player in the state’s

Golden State Review Contributor·May 10, 2024

California, a state known for its thriving food and drink culture, continues to lead the charge in innovation across various sectors of the culinary world. Among its most recent revolutions is the ever-expanding craft coffee scene, which continues to capture the imagination of coffee lovers and casual drinkers alike. This wave of artisanal coffee has

Golden State Review Contributor·May 3, 2024

In recent years, California has emerged as the epicenter of the plant-based food movement, with a surge in the popularity of vegan and plant-based dining options. What was once considered a niche market has now evolved into a mainstream culinary trend, transforming how people think about food. California’s diverse food scene, innovative chefs, and access

Golden State Review Contributor·April 26, 2024

The 2024 Napa Valley Wine Auction, held from March 22 to March 24 at the Napa Valley Expo, was an extraordinary event that not only raised millions for local charities but also reinforced Napa Valley’s standing as one of the world’s premier wine regions. This year’s auction, which saw over $20 million raised, was a

Golden State Review Contributor·April 19, 2024