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LaMasters Jewelry in Temecula is a very elegant store.  It’s surprisingly large, not only in square footage, but also selection.  I was very impressed with how modern it looked, how clean, and professional. 

I found the new co-owner, Stan Azevedo, to be especially knowledgeable about his products.  He knows everything about jewelry; where it comes from, details about how it’s made, and what style will work best for the customer. 

And because you’re likely to be making a one-of-a-kind purchase that will last for years, he has no problem spending lots of time with his customers.  He was constantly going back and forth between our camera and his customers while we were there.  Obviously they came first.

I like people who know - and love -their trade. Check out the video.  It really shows.  

This is great!  We’re finally touring one of the premiere wineries in Temecula.

I can’t tell you how excited I am they let us profile them.  Monte de Oro is an exquisite example of creating a unique and elegant experience for wine lovers - the casual, like me, and the connoisseur, like Ken Zignorski.

Ken is also the Manager of Monte de Oro, and our tour guide.  So check out our journey as he reveals this special gem rising above their vineyards.  The old world, mediterranean architechture feels quite modern and inviting.  His expertise is only marginally exceeded by his passion for wine.  And YOU will be impressed with the winery that reflects a love of that wine.  Syrah, anyone?

Say this with me:  Family Fun Destination.  I’m quoting Dave Simon of course, the president of Splash Kingdom at Pharaoh's, so he ought to know.  It’s true:  if you’re looking for a fun and affordable place to bring your family for some overall recreational fun, this is the place.  Pharaoh’s has been around for years, but they recently remodeled the park, added many new fun attractions, and rides, and topped it off with their world famous Grand Pizza Buffet (DELICIOUS)!  

Arguably the highlight is their waterpark, Splash Kingdom.  Six different and exciting water slides (which our cameraman went down!), two attraction pools (one for the kiddies), and my favorite:  The Riptide Surf Pool - where everyone can surf! 

And there’s more, including a little escape for dad, The Upperdeck Sports Lounge.  After the race cars, bumper boats, and miniature golf, dad’s going to long for a cool drink after all the fun.

Visit the Pharaoh!  He’s new again, and waiting for you again.

So.  You'd like to see the Ramona Pageant.  Well, you've come to the right place. This is one of the most unique theatrical events you will ever see.  There's nothing like it in southern California.  It's an outdoor drama and love story with cowboys, indians, horses, music, dancers in costume, and some surprises in a setting you could only find in Hemet's Ramona Bowl.

We've captured the essence and feeling right here.  Director Dennis Anderson takes us on a tour of California's oldest outdoor play.  So step in to the 1850s for a few minutes, and preview the experience you will never forget.  

Then come to the San Jacinto Valley.  And experience it for yourself!

Do you love the great outdoors?  Do you love plants?  I found a place in the rural section of Murrieta that offers a cross section of the entire plant kingdom.  And you can shop it!!  At 12 acres, Southwest Nursery is rows and rows of all kinds of flowers, herbs, shrubs, flora, greenery, roses, trees, vines, bushes, and the occasional bolder. 

The sheer expanse means - they’re pretty much going to have whatever you’re looking for.  Manager Russell Curtis wears a walkie-talkie, and my only regret was not getting a shot of him helping customers from his cell phone, and then right after, ordering up the requested plants on his walkie-talkie.  Again, the customer service blew me away!

And check out Karen Craig!  You almost feel like some of her best friends are flowers. And now I feel like some of my newest friends are at Southwest Nursery.  

So you haven’t heard about The Temecula Indoor Marketplace yet?  This will be your lucky click.  For shoppers, this has to be one of Temecula’s best kept secrets.  So we’ll let you in on it.  It’s a relatively new and quite creative addition to brick and morter commerce in our area.  

Owners Ray and Al really got it right:  A colorful, fun, diverse - air conditioned - all-in-one place to shop for....  STUFF!  All kinds of things you wouldn’t ordinarily find even in a large shopping mall.  Really.  Where could you find gothic toys a few feet from a hair salon a few more feet from African paintings?  I know!!

It’s a little off the beaten path on Commerce Center Drive.  But it’s also off Overland which runs by another mall you may know of.  Well now you know about THIS one!  See how close?  It’s time.  Come on in! 

What can you say about Tom’s Farms?  “There’s nothing like it?”  "I love it?”  "When can I go back?”  Pick one.  One of my favorite destinations because of it’s unique attractions.  Let’s say you want to do something fun on a weekend - and go shopping too.  Answer:  The Farm!  Because it has SO many different businesses, vendors and amusements.  Which is why it’s perfect for adults AND kids.  Produce, restaurants, snack shops, amusement park rides, petting zoo.  And that’s just the start.  It even hosts a craft fair every weekend.  Relax, enjoy, play, shop. 

And in touring Tom’s Farms with Robert, the general manager, I think I discovered it’s secret:  It’s a modern, state-of-the-art facility with just the right dose of nostalgia running throughout to make any adult happy to feel like a kid again (at least for a while).  So Tom’s Farms is more than just a place - it’s a bit of an escape.  And that’s why I call it a Great Getaway! 

This is one of my favorite videos - and places.  Probably because of the ambience.  I’ve never seen anything quite like it before.  A mini-winery and wine-tasting room in the middle of Old Town Temecula, from the outside, it's so unassuming.

Then step inside.  And it’s like Oh!  Then Ooh!  Then (pause) Ahh.  “I’ll take a white Zin, please”.  So much tender loving care was taken to create the mediterranean flavor (pun intended I suppose).  Lots of wine-themed eye candy to look at, and delicious varietals to enjoy in the comfortable atmosphere it creates.

And co-owner Kathy is so friendly and inviting.  All the workers there just want you to relax and enjoy yourself.  Don’t forget to check out winemaker-turned-olive oil maker Mike Calabro!  Dipping your bread in his many olive oils is an additional benefit of stopping by Villa di Calabro.  Which you can do right now.