Whether you have lived in Orange County for a short time, or decades, you’ve most likely dined at one of the seven Zov’s locations: Zov’s Bistro & Bakery in Tustin and the Tustin Marketplace, Zov’s Bakery & Cafe in Irvine and Newport Beach, Zov’s Anaheim, or maybe even grabbed a sandwich or salad before boarding […]
OC Dining & Events
Bing + Bubbles + Brunch at Del Mar Race Track
Looking for fun events during Thanksgiving weekend in the Orange County – San Diego County area? We drove down to sunny Del Mar today and enjoyed a delicious and relaxing champagne brunch with friends at the exclusive Turf Club. The Bing Crosby Season at Del Mar Race Track runs from October 29 – November 29. […]
Unique Beach Dinner Kicks Off Art and Nature Festival In Laguna Beach
As a part of their third annual Art & Nature festival (November 5-8), Laguna Art Museum presents a variety of exhibitions, programs, events, and activities on the theme of art’s multi-faceted engagement with the natural world and, once again, will kick off the Art & Nature festival with a beach dinner by Outstanding in the […]
Salmon Chilly Chili by Chef Rick Moonen and What You Missed at #NBWFF
See “Top Chef Masters” chef demonstrations by chefs Rick Bayless, Hubert Keller, and Rick Moonen; talk with executive chefs from Orange County’s best restaurants and savor tastes of their cuisine; meet Shirley Chung, Brian Huskey, Brooke Williamson, and Louis Maldonado, finalists from Bravo’s “Top Chef“; participate in a Home Chef “Top Chef” challenge; sip and learn […]
Balboa Bay Resort Craft Brew Fest Weekend
Beer geeks and craft beer fans take note of the 1st Annual Craft Brew Fest Weekend this weekend, October 16-18, 2015, at A & O Kitchen+Bar at Balboa Bay Resort – Newport Beach’s only waterfront beach resort. Kicking off Friday, October 16th with a delicious 5-course Ballast Point Beer Dinner, beer geeks and fans of […]
2nd Annual Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival
Food lovers and wine enthusiasts – novice and connoisseurs alike, flocked to last year’s Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival, establishing it as Newport Beach’s premier wine and food event. Sponsored by American & Southern Wine & Spirits and happening October 2-4, 2015, it promises to be even better than last year – beginning with […]
OC Chef Carlos Salgado Represents at The Taste
Making plans for Labor Day weekend? SoCal food and drink lovers should definitely carve out some time to attend The Los Angeles Times’ The Taste – an annual weekend-long celebration of the Southern California culinary scene with five distinct events that honor the unique flavors, restaurants and esteemed culinary personalities in Los Angeles and beyond. This […]
Lobsterfest 2015 at Newport Dunes
Saturday, August 8, 2015 Now in its seventh year, the Lobsterfest at Newport Beach is a celebration of summer designed for fun, entertainment and most importantly to raise funds for deserving charities – Make-A-Wish ® Orange County and Inland Empire, Leadership Tomorrow and New Directions for Women. Maine lobster is flown in fresh on the […]
There’s More Than Fried Food at the 2015 Orange County Fair
It’s that time of year again… time for the Orange County Fair! And the 2015 OC Fair is bigger and better than ever to celebrate its 125th anniversary. The theme: “One Big Party!” and if you haven’t been yet, you’re totally missing out on what LA even admits one-ups their facsimile of this American tradition […]
Green Flash Beer Dinner at A & O Kitchen+Bar
Heads up, craft beer lovers and connoisseurs – San Diego’s award-winning Green Flash Brewing Company is visiting the OC for an unforgettable beer and food pairing dining experience in the intimate, beachfront setting of A&O Kitchen + Bar at Balboa Bay Resort. Newly appointed Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom will prepare a multi-course meal that is […]