Robin Dohrn-Simpson
@robindohrnsimpson.bsky.social
I'm a Food, Wine and Travel writer. I teach yoga and Tai chi. I'm also the marketing director for the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association I've traveled to 80 countries. I love to scrapbook.
Cardiff Crack is the locals' name for BBQ from Seaside Market in Carlsbad. Now, Crack Taco has Cardiff Crack tacos and other Mexican dishes, right here in San Diego.
Crack Taco Shop's following grows around San Diego
The Crack Taco Shop menu is extensive and will keep you coming back over and over to sample everything, not just the tacos.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Cardiff Crack is the locals' name for BBQ from Seaside Market in Carlsbad. Now, Crack Taco has Cardiff Crack tacos and other Mexican dishes, right here in San Diego.
If you're looking for variety in your dining, how about Indian, Indo-Chinese or Himalayan? Check out Aromas of India in San Diego.
Aromas of India: A flavorful journey through Indian, Indo-Chinese, and Himalayan cuisine
Aromas features dishes from India, the Himalayas (northern India bordering China, including Nepal and Tibet), and Indo-Chinese cuisine.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
If you're looking for variety in your dining, how about Indian, Indo-Chinese or Himalayan? Check out Aromas of India in San Diego.
The quaint village of La Mesa is really stepping up their game. Now this tasty Tour de Tapas will take you on a culinary journey through Europe, one tapa at a time.
Tour de Tapas: A culinary journey through Europe right in La Mesa
Tour de Tapas offers a mini-European culinary tour of small plates and tasty drinks in the heart of La Mesa.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The quaint village of La Mesa is really stepping up their game. Now this tasty Tour de Tapas will take you on a culinary journey through Europe, one tapa at a time.
Lemon Grove doesn't always get a lot of love in the San Diego world. But, Giardino Restaurant and Wine Bar deserves all the love. Check it out!
A taste of Italy in Lemon Grove means fresh flavors, friendly faces, and a welcoming table
Giardino Neighborhood Cucina is celebrating eight years of bringing delicious Italian cuisine and warmth to Lemon Grove.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Lemon Grove doesn't always get a lot of love in the San Diego world. But, Giardino Restaurant and Wine Bar deserves all the love. Check it out!
What? A cheese shop in La Mesa? Yes!! Check it out!
Say cheese, La Mesa: Bougie’s Cheese Shop brings artisanal flair to the Village
“One of our missions is to educate customers on different cheeses and help their palates grow,” Bougie said.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:49 PM
What? A cheese shop in La Mesa? Yes!! Check it out!
Monserate Winery in San Diego's North County village of Fallbrook is a stunner. They have transformed a golf course into an Italian Village, complete with fresh water ponds, bubbling fountains, 2 restaurants, a wedding venue and soon to come a hotel! It is a must-see. The wines are fabulous.
From Fairways to Fine Wines: The Monserate Winery Story : Robin Dohrn-Simpson
What started as a golf course, has been converted into a state of the art winery and wedding venue. In 2016 Jade and Julie Work bought the 116-acre Fallbrook Golf Course (ironically the site of Jake’s...
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November 21, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Monserate Winery in San Diego's North County village of Fallbrook is a stunner. They have transformed a golf course into an Italian Village, complete with fresh water ponds, bubbling fountains, 2 restaurants, a wedding venue and soon to come a hotel! It is a must-see. The wines are fabulous.
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Ramona California is simultaneously the oldest and the newest wine region in CA. Read about one of the pioneers of the industry. They're just spectacular people who demonstrate that there is room for everyone!
Ramona California is simultaneously the oldest and the newest wine region in CA. Read about one of the pioneers of the industry. They're just spectacular people who demonstrate that there is room for everyone!
Ramona Ranch Winery : Robin Dohrn-Simpson
Teri Kerns and Micole Moore moved to Ramona in 2004. “Returning to living in the Country was important to me, as I grew up in the Country on the Oregon Coast. We purchased 10 raw acres, with a stick-f...
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November 21, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Ramona California is simultaneously the oldest and the newest wine region in CA. Read about one of the pioneers of the industry. They're just spectacular people who demonstrate that there is room for everyone!
Ramona California is simultaneously the oldest and the newest wine region in CA. Read about one of the pioneers of the industry. They're just spectacular people who demonstrate that there is room for everyone!
I was lucky enough to be able to enjoy this enchanting evening at the historic Maison Madeleine outside of Lafayette, LA. Read about the food, drink, entertainment, and Michelin-rated chef who prepared this meal.
The Secret Supper, An Enchanting Evening at Maison Madeleine in Beaux Bridge Louisiana : Robin Dohrn-Simpson
Driving through the bayou into the lush tropical jungle, we arrive at a homestead called Maison Madeleine Bed & Breakfast, nestled among gardens on the shores of Lake MartinBuilt in the 1840s, it’s on...
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November 21, 2025 at 6:39 PM
I was lucky enough to be able to enjoy this enchanting evening at the historic Maison Madeleine outside of Lafayette, LA. Read about the food, drink, entertainment, and Michelin-rated chef who prepared this meal.
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Have you ever had a pasta dish that is passed through a cheese bowl? I haven't, but Aromi does!!
Have you ever had a pasta dish that is passed through a cheese bowl? I haven't, but Aromi does!!
Aromi invites you to immerse yourself in the flavors and charm of Italy
By ROBIN DOHRN-SIMPSON Not every Italian restaurant will stir their daily pasta into an $800 wheel of authentic Parmigiano Reggiano,
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March 23, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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Have you ever had a pasta dish that is passed through a cheese bowl? I haven't, but Aromi does!!
Have you ever had a pasta dish that is passed through a cheese bowl? I haven't, but Aromi does!!
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Marc and I love this neighborhood bottle shop and restaurant.
Marc and I love this neighborhood bottle shop and restaurant.
KnB Bistro: A fusion of flavor and passion
Walking into KnB Bistro can be overwhelming. Plenty of alcoholic beverages are available on a visit to KnB Bistro in
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March 23, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Marc and I love this neighborhood bottle shop and restaurant.
Marc and I love this neighborhood bottle shop and restaurant.
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My friend Scott Koenig wrote this book as a guide to Mexican restaurants in San Diego. I keep this book in my car so I can try new restaurants when I'm out and about.
My friend Scott Koenig wrote this book as a guide to Mexican restaurants in San Diego. I keep this book in my car so I can try new restaurants when I'm out and about.
Taco Megaregion, The Essential Guide to San Diego & Tijuana’s Best Tacos
Let’s go on a taco adventure! If you ask 10 people where the best tacos in San Diego and Tijuana
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March 23, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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My friend Scott Koenig wrote this book as a guide to Mexican restaurants in San Diego. I keep this book in my car so I can try new restaurants when I'm out and about.
My friend Scott Koenig wrote this book as a guide to Mexican restaurants in San Diego. I keep this book in my car so I can try new restaurants when I'm out and about.
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Marc and I adore Micole and Teri of Ramona Ranch Winery and consider them some of our best friends. Teri never knew a stranger and Micole, besides being funny, is a great winemaker and handyman.
Marc and I adore Micole and Teri of Ramona Ranch Winery and consider them some of our best friends. Teri never knew a stranger and Micole, besides being funny, is a great winemaker and handyman.
Ramona Ranch Winery: Pioneering San Diego and Ramona’s Emerging Wine Industry : Robin Dohrn-Simpson
Teri Kerns and Micole Moore moved to Ramona in 2004 with a huge desire to live in the countryside. Teri grew up in the country on the Oregon coast and Ramona fit their western lifestyle. “We purchased...
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March 23, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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Marc and I adore Micole and Teri of Ramona Ranch Winery and consider them some of our best friends. Teri never knew a stranger and Micole, besides being funny, is a great winemaker and handyman.
Marc and I adore Micole and Teri of Ramona Ranch Winery and consider them some of our best friends. Teri never knew a stranger and Micole, besides being funny, is a great winemaker and handyman.
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Like many couples in the wine industry, Ginny and Gary Boney retired from their careers and started a winery in Ramona. Rancho San Martin is their pride and joy!
Like many couples in the wine industry, Ginny and Gary Boney retired from their careers and started a winery in Ramona. Rancho San Martin is their pride and joy!
Retirement Redefined: Rancho San Martín Winery’s Evolution for the Future : Robin Dohrn-Simpson
Gary and Virginia (Ginny) Boney started planning their retirement in 2003 and purchased four acres in Ramona Valley. “We completed the house in 2006 and realized we had a lot of land with no plans. Ou...
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March 23, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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Like many couples in the wine industry, Ginny and Gary Boney retired from their careers and started a winery in Ramona. Rancho San Martin is their pride and joy!
Like many couples in the wine industry, Ginny and Gary Boney retired from their careers and started a winery in Ramona. Rancho San Martin is their pride and joy!
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Brother and sister duo Lee and Shelli Montgomery are celebrating 5 years of Old Julian Winery. Read about their sad yet inspiring story.
Brother and sister duo Lee and Shelli Montgomery are celebrating 5 years of Old Julian Winery. Read about their sad yet inspiring story.
From Horse Ranch to Winery: The Making of Old Julian Vineyards and Winery : Robin Dohrn-Simpson
Old Julian Winery, whose namesake derives from their location, Old Julian Highway, had a roundabout inception. Lee Montgomery and his late partner Lynn bought the property in 2011. It was a working ra...
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March 23, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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Brother and sister duo Lee and Shelli Montgomery are celebrating 5 years of Old Julian Winery. Read about their sad yet inspiring story.
Brother and sister duo Lee and Shelli Montgomery are celebrating 5 years of Old Julian Winery. Read about their sad yet inspiring story.
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My article on one of Marc and my favorite restaurants in Mission Valley (San Diego)
My article on one of Marc and my favorite restaurants in Mission Valley (San Diego)
True Food Kitchen serving nutritious and flavorful food
“We believe in food that works for you, to nourish you as healthfully as possible…without sacrificing flavor,” said Dr. Andrew
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March 23, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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My article on one of Marc and my favorite restaurants in Mission Valley (San Diego)
My article on one of Marc and my favorite restaurants in Mission Valley (San Diego)
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Domaine Artefact Winery in San Diego's Highland Valley is one of Marc and my favorite wineries. Read about Mark and Lynn's story from wine wanderers to wine makers and winery owners.
Domaine Artefact Winery in San Diego's Highland Valley is one of Marc and my favorite wineries. Read about Mark and Lynn's story from wine wanderers to wine makers and winery owners.
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Domaine Artefact Winery in San Diego's Highland Valley is one of Marc and my favorite wineries. Read about Mark and Lynn's story from wine wanderers to wine makers and winery owners.
Domaine Artefact Winery in San Diego's Highland Valley is one of Marc and my favorite wineries. Read about Mark and Lynn's story from wine wanderers to wine makers and winery owners.
Ramona CA has 45 wineries, many more vineyards, and many female winemakers.
Here is a story of how Sue and Doug Robinson made it to Ramona and started a winery. Correcaminos Winery in the middle of Ramona (or R town as locals call it) welcomes wine lovers Friday through Sunday.
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Here is a story of how Sue and Doug Robinson made it to Ramona and started a winery. Correcaminos Winery in the middle of Ramona (or R town as locals call it) welcomes wine lovers Friday through Sunday.
tinyurl.com/cynxcphv
From Many Paths to the Vine : Robin Dohrn-Simpson
We named our winery after our roadrunners who live in the area and visit us on occasion. Plus it was an easy logo to create. People seem to remember it even if they can't pronounce Correcaminos. Toda...
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November 23, 2024 at 9:49 PM
Ramona CA has 45 wineries, many more vineyards, and many female winemakers.
Here is a story of how Sue and Doug Robinson made it to Ramona and started a winery. Correcaminos Winery in the middle of Ramona (or R town as locals call it) welcomes wine lovers Friday through Sunday.
tinyurl.com/cynxcphv
Here is a story of how Sue and Doug Robinson made it to Ramona and started a winery. Correcaminos Winery in the middle of Ramona (or R town as locals call it) welcomes wine lovers Friday through Sunday.
tinyurl.com/cynxcphv
My father-in-law passed away this weekend. He's been such a great film for over 40 years.. he'll be missed so much
November 20, 2024 at 5:23 AM
My father-in-law passed away this weekend. He's been such a great film for over 40 years.. he'll be missed so much
Marc and I hanging out with friends. Tasting Dr Constantine Frank wines.
November 20, 2024 at 5:21 AM
Marc and I hanging out with friends. Tasting Dr Constantine Frank wines.