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Do you remember back in the late 80’s, the popular, yet difficult to find character, Waldo, in the red-and-white striped shirt? My children loved trying to find Waldo in the book: Where is Waldo, by British illustrator Martin Handford. Waldo, was an inspiration for me when creating my San Diego winery tour company. Let me…

What a year 2020 has been! We’ve all been cooped up in our homes while the pandemic rages on. But it looks like this Spring and Summer we’ll be pandemic free, and your friends and family will be anxious to get outside and enjoy the beautiful things that life has to offer! This Holiday Season, gift your friends and family the perfect gift…  something they’ll value, that they’ll remember, that will make them think of you. Research shows that it’s better across the board to pursue experiences rather than material possessions. The science backs us up, and we love when that happens!  Rather than aggregate more and more stuff, spend your money on things to do, memories to make, making new friends, and sharing new things with people you love. That’s where we come in.  We love offering the best…

On this Veteran’s Day, San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours wishes to honor the men and women who have served our country. San Diego is a military town, and we salute you! In Flanders Fields, a poem written by World War I Colonel John McCrae, there is a stanza,  “We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.” Here is a great way to show your support for our Veterans… make your own poppies! Materials needed: Red Tissue Paper 3×5 Cards Black markers Scissors Black & Green Pipe Cleaners Step #1– Trace 3 different sized circles onto red tissue paper and cut them out. Step #2-  On a 3×5 card color a small black circle and cut it out.  This will be the center of the flower and will help it keep its shape. Poke 2 holes through…

Thanksgiving is coming and I’m sure by now you’ve figured out that means pumpkin-flavored EVERYTHING! It’s no surprise that pumpkin spice is a fall-favorite now that everything – even your coffee creamer – is pumpkin spice flavored and we can’t get enough of it. Here’s a seasonal sangria we know you’ll love: Pumpkin Pie Sangria…

Howl you doin’, good lookin’? Trying to come on down to San Diego this October for a spook-tacular winery tour? If you are bone to be wild this October – keep reading:  We want you to have a Gourd Time this Halloween! Come on down to San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours where we are offering the spookiest winery tour around. Before we have some skele-fun, we wanted to tell you about the fang-tastic deal we have this month! We are offering $5 off discounts for all tours for the entire month of October! Valid starting September 30.  This October, here at San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours, we will have delectable wine, delightful cheeses, and delicious food pairings for you! If you are here for the boos, you should definitely come on down and spend Halloween with…

“I’m not giving up Oktoberfest,” cries San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours owner Shira Bliss. Along with co-owner Paul Anthony, she decided to throw a party that will rival all the Oktoberfests that have gone before! With Covid-19 restrictions in place, inquiring minds want to know: How will they pull it off?  Here’s our…

What’s for dinner? Self-isolating souls wanna know… TASTY, FUN & EASY recipe (to pair with your favorite local beer)! Beer Bread: Tip: This bread can be used to mop up gravy or after baking you can simply pan fry it in butter, or use it as a pizza crust. Shira Bliss, owner of San Diego…

Season’s greetings! For years, San Diego Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tours has craftily coordinated holiday tours, parties, and edutainment events (educational entertainment!). In other words: we have mastered the art of seasonal celebrations. (Looking for some company holiday party ideas? Check these out.) We have crafted some tasty adventures that make for magical opportunities to experience San Diego’s craft beverage scene. Celebrate with an interactive tasting party for you and your team! Let one of our friendly guides chauffeur your group to one of the best local wineries, breweries, or distilleries that the “Capital of Craft” offers. With San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours, guests enjoy lavish tastes of fine wines, craft beers, or distilled spirits; gourmet food pairings; informative tasting presentations; San Diego’s gorgeous scenery, history, and culture; enlightening behind-the-scenes expert guided tour; and exciting games and prizes!…

SD Beer Week at a Glance… San Diego Beer Week is celebrating its 11th Year! This incredible 10 day event begins on November 1st Enjoy samples from 130 independent craft breweries   It is time once again to celebrate the “Capital of Craft” and one of the things that makes San Diego a great place to…

If you’re looking for an excuse to drink a well-deserved glass of your favorite wine and cook a delicious, homemade dish, you’ve come to the right place. Try out these white wine and food pairings for a combination that will have your pallet exploding with flavor. CHARDONNAY We recommend a meaty fish or shellfish to pair with this buttery white wine. Shrimp and grits or crab mac and cheese would pair amazingly well.   MOSCATO Moscato is typically a very sweet wine, so pairing it with spicy foods can balance the pallet. Try out spicy chicken curry with long grain rice.   PINOT GRIGIO This wine is best with pasta. If you’re looking to whip up a citrusy lemon chicken piccata or savory spaghetti carbonara, pinot is the right choice.   RIESLING To bring out the acidity and sweetness of…

It’s beginning to look a lot like SPRING! San Diego is known for its warmer climates year round, but lately it’s been pretty gloomy. April brings promising weather because let’s face it, 60 degrees is pretty chilly for us San Dieagans. Enjoy this fruity cocktail with your favorite people and soak in the spring sun:…

Did you know California is the birthplace of craft brewing in America? With more than 900 breweries in the state, it’s home to the most breweries in the nation. But what made California ideal for brewing the brew? What caused the spike in love for local beer? Fritz Maytag is the well-known name behind the craft…