NAPA'S NEWEST FIRST GOLD LEED CERTIFIED WINERY!

A PIECE OF HEAVEN! CHEERS!
Cade
360 Howell Mountain Road SouthAngwin , CA 94508
707-965-2746



Sometimes a glass of wine is all you need.

Other times, well, you want the whole damn vineyard.

And while there are hundreds of Napa Valley wineries that'll satisfy that urge, we've unearthed a brand-new one nestled up high in the Howell Mountain hillside that ought to be on the top of your must-visit list.

Welcome to Cade— Napa 's newest and California 's first gold LEED-certified winery and tasting room brought to you by the hotshot duo of billionaire Gordon Getty and Mayor Gavin Newsom, opening its doors Wednesday.

About five miles off the Silverado Trail and a few hairpin turns in, Cade will be your secluded mountaintop destination for Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet and Tahoe-esque views that rival the ones at the deck at Auberge du Soleil.

Start with a tour of the winery, which isn't just solar-powered but also insulated using old blue jeans (hopefully vintage denim…)—and when you enter the caves, you'll see more than a thousand barrels inspiring the winery's name—a Shakespearean term used for an oak barrel.

After walking through the cave's maze and back to the tasting room, you'll have the option of drinking while sitting by the waterfalls overlooking the valley in the summer, or fireside come winter.


Decisions, decisions…



Maria Barrios Ehmer & http://www.conciergesolutions-sf.com/

THE BUBBLE ROOM AT J VINEYARDS & WINERY

Bubble Room at J Vineyards

Looking for a relaxing time over the weekend or some new excitement ...Its time to plan a visit to the wonderful and exclusive Bubble Room at J Vineyards. The plush reserve tasting salon features exquisite wine and food pairings crafted by the amazing Executive Chef Mark E. Caldwell.
The exclusive room opens only Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm - Please do not show without calling the winery for a reservation.




As a White Course We tasted a delicious Wild Mushroom Bisque, White Truffle Essence, Creme Fraiche & Chives paired with the exquisite 2006 J Chardonnay, Russian River Valley.

Thai-Style Dungeness Crab Cake, Asparagus-Coconut Puree, with the 2007 J Viognier, Hoot Owl Vineyard, Alexander Valley.

The Red Course was a Pan Seared Muscovy Duck Breast, Seasonal Vegetables, Bigarade Sauce, paired with the 2005 J Pinot Noir, Robert Thomas Vineyard (My absolutely favorite)
Poulet au Vin Rouge, Parsley Crepe, with a 2006 J Pinot Nor, Russian River Valley.

As Sparkling course we were served Braised Cardoons, Salsa Verde, Mache, Pecorino Romano paired with J Brut Rose NV, Russian River Valley.

Saint Andre, Cornmeal Madeleine, Local Honeycomb with 1998 J Vintage Brut, Late Disgorged, Russian River Valley.

At J Vineyards & Winery they understand that wine and food bring out the best in each other- and in the people who enjoy them together. They expertly pair J wines with Sonoma Country's finest abundance of fresh, locally grown produce and artisanal foods.

J is also available for intimate, corporate and private receptions. Service is impeccable and if you ask me which is the best day to go I will say Friday, the staff is totally relax, make you feel so comfortable and they can spend hours with you.

Check it out soon! Cheers!

11447 Old Highway, Healdsburg, CA 95448

707.431.3646

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & http://www.conciergesolutions-sf.com/

SPRING CLEANING TIPS!

I've always felt that being organized and neat helps in every other aspect of my life. If my house is in shambles or my to-do list is multiple pages long, anxiety starts to kick in and everything else suffers as a result. If you're the same way, it might be time to get a head start on your Spring cleaning. I'm talking about getting your life in order so you can successfully put Winter behind you and move forward toward Spring! Check out my five tips.

Start by cleaning out your desk drawers and removing all the clutter from your counter tops. Throw away all that lose paperwork you don't need and start a new filing system to organize the things you do need. It's key for everything to have a home.

Get rid of all your old cosmetics, lotions, perfumes, and medications, as they all have expiration dates. To get ready for Spring, be sure to load up on allergy medication, sunscreen, conditioner, razors, and self tanner.

Its time to move your Winter or heavy clothes and put them in the back of your closet and drawers. Get ready also to swap into your less heavy comforter, sheets and blankets.

Go through your closet and make sure your Spring/Summer clothes don't need cleaning or alterations. If they do, take care of it now so you're ready for the warm weather when it arrives!

If you've been putting off repairs or repainting your bathroom, now's the time to do it. Ask your friends for help or just dedicate a day to tackle the chore yourself. Pump some tunes and reward yourself at the end of the day for a job well done!

WELCOME SPRING! TIME TO BE GREEN!

Happy Spring everyone! I feel like giving back something to our beautiful planet it is very important this days plus we are making it a better place to live - Turning green is becaming our future and a reality.

To keep this article light, I have six easy questions to ask if you are thinking in a house renovation, new home projects, re-decoraring or just simply painting your home for spring:

1. Where did this material come from?
2. What are the by-products of its manufacturing process?
3. How is the material delivered and installed?
4. How is the material maintained and operated?
5. How healthy are the materials?
6. Can these materials be recycled after I am finished with them?

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & http://www.conciergesolutions-sf.com/

BOUQUETS TO ARTS AT THE DE YOUNG - SAN FRANCISCO

BOUQUETS TO ART 2009
March 17-21

Celebrating this year its 25th year! Stunning works by top floral designers fill the de Young Museum with spectacular floral tributes inspired by the works of art.
Bouquets to Art is the largest fundraiser held to benefit the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco plus one of the country’s premier floral events. Nearly 150 floral exhibitions are being displayed in the de Young’s galleries, the week-long event features six of the world’s most prestigious floral design experts, elegant lunches and teas, and a spectacular gala night. Organized and produced by the volunteer members of the San Francisco Auxiliary of the Fine Arts Museums, and with support by community donors and museum staff, Bouquets to Art raises funds for special exhibitions, acquisitions, and education programs.

Special Friday programming includes a lifestyle presentation by Miranda Jones, style editor for Sunset Magazine, and a lecture on flowers in film by noted critic/personality Jan Wahl.

For more information and speakers' programs visit : http://www.bouquetstoart.org/



By Maria Barrios Ehmer & http://www.conciergesolutions-sf.com/

ATTENTION PINOT NOIR LOVERS

Ken Wright at the Ferry Plaza Wine Merchant

March 17th, from 4:30-7:30pm

Come and meet Ken Wright from Ken Wright Cellars, personally one of the best Pinot Noir out there. Ken has been instrumental in elevating Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley in Oregon to some of the most sought after wines in the world. The 2007 vintage produced classically styled wines; wines that favor freshness and purity, length and elegance over brooding dark fruit and concentration - exactly what Pinot Noir excels at.
Dont miss this opportunity to taste through this distinctive lineup of some of the best wines of Oregon, It promises to be a memorable tasting of single vineyard Oregon Pinot Noirs.

The cost of the flight will be $32 and will include the following wines:

• 2007 Ken Wright Cellars Pinot Noir, Canary Hill Vineyard, Eola Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon
• 2007 Ken Wright Cellars Pinot Noir, Carter Vineyard, Eola Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon
• 2007 Ken Wright Cellars Pinot Noir, Savoya Vineyard, Yamhill-Carlton District, Willamette Valley, Oregon
• 2007 Ken Wright Cellars Pinot Noir, Abbott Claim Vineyard, Yamhill-Carlton District, Willamette Valley, Oregon
• 2007 Ken Wright Cellars Pinot Noir, Freedom Hill Vineyard, Coastal Range, Willamette Valley, Oregon

The featured wines are served as two ounce glasses. The wines will be available for retail sale while supplies last…

I am totally in love with the Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley! Cheers !

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & http://www.conciergesolutions-sf.com/

THE 38TH ANNUAL SPRING SEASON - ODC/DANCE DOWNTOWN

ODC/Dance Downtown
March 12-29, 2009

Described as "fierce, evocative and exhilarating," ODC/Dance's annual spring performance always garners praise from local critics. This year features new works, including the world premier of Artistic Director Brenda Way 's multimedia spectacle In Memory of the Forest and Co-Artistic Director KT Nelson's dynamic exploration of nature, Grassland.

Novellus Theater / Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Theater

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & www.ConciergeSolutions-SF.com

THE 158TH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

The 158th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in San Francisco
is a well established event with historic ties to the city. The parade itself is a huge draw for attendees from all different demographics and ethnicity.
The addition of the Festival after the parade provides a great opportunity for attendees to learn more about Irish history and culture while having a great time experiencing the day. A full day of activity is planned for the St. Patrick's Day Festival at Civic Center Plaza and on Grove Street , Polk to Larkin Street .
The colorful festivities surrounding the Parade & Festival will showcase Irish Culture through live performance and entertainment, arts and crafts exhibitors, food and beverage concessions, children's rides and inflatable’s, cultural displays, a petting zoo and pony ride and a number of non-profits booths representing the Irish community.
WHERE
The Parade begins at 11:30 AM at the corner of Second and Market, where more than 5,000 participants from all over the country, will reel about with laughter and revelry all the way to City Hall. The Festival will take place, before, during and after the Parade at San Francisco ’s Civic Center Plaza and on Grove Street , Polk to Larkin Street .
WHEN
Saturday March 14th, 2009 ~ 10 am to 5 pm ~ Parade at 11:30 am
WHO
The 158th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival in San Francisco is proudly presented by the United Irish Societies of San Francisco. The purpose of the United Irish Societies of San Francisco is to preserve and perpetuate the democratic principles of the Irish people, and of those for the freedom of Ireland and of the United States of America ; to enlist the goodwill and cooperation of our fellow citizens in support of such democratic principles.
The event is produced by Steven Restivo Event Services, LLC (SRES). The company is a long time provider of event production services to chambers of commerce, merchant associations, various city agencies, corporations, non-profit groups, and other event industry professionals. The company’s founder, Steven Restivo, has been involved in the event world for 26 years and has contributed to the production of hundreds of public events and large corporate functions.

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & www.ConciergeSolutions-SF.com

MY BEAUTIFUL MOM!

March 10th, 2009

Happy Birthday Mom! You mean the world to me!

I LOVE YOU !

NEW RESTAURANT IN THE MARINA

The Tipsy Pig

2231 Chestnut St. (bet. Pierce & Scott Sts.) San Francisco , CA 94123
Phone: 415-292-2300
Website: http://www.thetipsypigsf.com/

Pig out and get tipsy at this all-day, moderately priced Marina newcomer (run by the folks behind Blue Barn, Mamacita and Umami), a rustic English-style gastro tavern offering artisanal New American grub; as the name suggests, it’s positioning itself as a lively nightspot, but a separate kids' menu and a 50-seat garden patio aim to lure in families and day-trippers as well.

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & http://www.conciergesolutions-sf.com/

C-R-A-B-B-Y-L-I-C-I-O-U-S

3RD ANNUAL CRAB CRAWL
Saturday, Mar 7 10:00a to 5:00p
at Jack London Square, Oakland , CA

This year's annual CRAB CRAWL event is scheduled for Saturday, March 7th, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This festival is dedicated to those who love crab and seafood. Buy fresh, live crab directly off a real crab fishing boat, taste delicious crab and seafood specialties, enjoy live music and entertainment, shop for arts and crafts, and bring the kids for free carnival games and jump houses. Interact with crab cooking demonstrations, crab races and learn about the commercial fishing industry. Live band performances include: Captain Mike and the Sea Kings, Girl Talk, and Pulsators.

Phone: (866) 295-9853
Age Suitability: All Ages

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & www.ConciergeSolutions-SF.com

WINES CLASSES AT THE FIFTH FLOOR!

WINES ON WINE AT THE FIFTH FLOOR

Master Sommelier Emily Wines offers a bi-weekly “Wines on Wine” classes at Fifth Floor Restaurant. Guests will learn to get more out of each sip, be it through “Wine 101” or “Wine and Spices from Le Sanctuaire” with classes that are offered in a variety of themes and tasting options, many of which incorporate food pairings such as chocolate, cheese and cured meats.
Wines made history last year by becoming the second woman to pass the rigorous Master Sommelier Diploma Examination and win the prestigious Remi Krug Cup. She is one of only 15 women in the United States to hold the title of Master Sommelier.

Fifth Floor
Hotel Palomar
4th and Market
Classes are $40.
Two classes are offered this month
· March 11: Crisp White Wines and Spring Produce (+$10 supplement) · March 25: Wine 101

By Maria Barrios Ehmer & http://www.conciergesolutions-sf.com/