The Culinary Scoop

A Tacoasis Resort of Food, Fun and All Things Taco Bell Awaits Fans in Palm Spring

From check-in to check-out, The Bell: A Taco Bell Hotel and Resort reimagines what a hotel stay can be, unveiling a destination inspired by tacos and fueled by fans. Everything from guest rooms to breakfast and poolside cocktails will be infused with a Taco Bell twist, making this the flavor-filled getaway of 2019.

A not-to-miss gift shop will offer exclusive apparel to spice up fans’ summer style. Guests can also stop by the on-site salon for Taco Bell-inspired nail art, fades and a braid bar. And whether it’s daily happier hour or saucy snacks, The Bell: A Taco Bell Hotel and Resort will deliver beloved iconic flavors and introduce new menu surprises only available at the hotel.

The California Wine Exchange launched its crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter yesterday in an effort to buck distribution standards and offer wines from mostly craft and boutique winemakers from within the Golden State.

They reached nearly 20% of their overall funding goal on the first day alone.

Mark Prior, founder of the California Wine Exchange [CWE], believes that too many great California wines go undiscovered…and he’s looking to change that. “We guarantee that 80% of our inventory will be from family-run vineyards and mom & pop wineries,” says Prior.

Kickstarter approved the project (not every project gets approved) for his wine shop & tasting room because CWE seeks to offer something fashionable for wine drinkers. California alone has over 5,000 winemakers within the state (www.ttb.gov/foia/frl.shtml), but the average consumer will typically see the same wine labels over and over again.

This Summer’s Must Attend Kick-Off Event, Guests Will Enjoy Rosé Champagnes, Rosé Wines, Signature Rosé Cocktails, Curated Culinary Experiences, DJ’s, Luxury Brands, Art Installations, Activities & More

National Rosé Day, reserved for the second Saturday of June each year, will be brought to life for a second year with “Rosé Day L.A. Presented By Corkcicle” on June 8th at Saddlerock Ranch in Malibu, California.

From noon to sunset, guests will enjoy a mid-summer’s day picnic while indulging in various rosé offerings at this elegant summer kick-off experience filled with Instagram-worthy moments set against the stunning backdrop of Malibu. Attendees will also have an opportunity to immerse themselves in Corkcicle, the elevated socially-responsible innovator in hydration, coolers, and barware with custom “Rosé Day L.A.” products, exclusive photo opportunities and more

Complemented by live celebrity DJ’s Brody Jenner and Pamela Tick, attendees will surround yourself with luxury brands, delicious food pairings, leisure games and more.

Proudly Vegan Wines announces the official launch in the US following its debut in January in conjunction with Veganuary – an increasingly popular movement where individuals commit to a vegan diet for the month of January.

Master of Wine and Proudly Vegan wine director Dr. Arabella Woodrow hosted an audience of sommeliers and vegan influencers for the launch event – an educational lunch at the first plant-based Mexican restaurant in San Francisco, Gracias Madre, featuring 100% vegan wine and food pairings.

UK-based international wine supplier and Proudly Vegan parent company Broadland Wineries launched the brand in the UK in 2018, where it has since won numerous awards and earned listings in leading UK retailers and vegan restaurants.