I can think of no better way to forget this awful year than indulging your senses with one of the decadent desserts or dessert cocktails from Provenance in Newport Beach. Dave Barry nailed it in his 2017 Year in Review: “Looking back on 2017 is like waking up after a party where you made some […]
Newport Beach
4th Annual Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival, September 30 – October 1, 2017
One of Southern California’s most exclusive and acclaimed wine and food events, the Newport Beach Wine & Food Festival, presented by Land Rover, Jaguar, Aston Martin of Newport Beach, returns to the contemporary Newport Beach Civic Center on September 30th and October 1st. Tickets are now on sale for the weekend of festivities, kicking off […]
Pacific Wine and Food Classic, August 19-20, 2017
Calling all Southern California foodies and wine lovers! Enjoy the inaugural debut of this upscale culinary event and celebrate summer with inspired seasonal dishes, wine, beer and cocktails on the beach in picturesque Newport Beach surrounded by spirited jazzy music and soft ocean breezes at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort. The Pacific Wine & Food […]
News Flash: Spring Has Sprung at Provenance with Enticing New Menu Items
Executive Chef and Restauranteur Cathy Pavlos has introduced new Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch dishes for spring at her garden-to-table concept, Provenance, in Newport Beach. Considered a hidden gem tucked away in Newport Beach’s Eastbluff Village Center, Provenance is a restaurant I return to year after year for special occasions, Orange County Restaurant Week, or any […]
News Flash: New Spring Menu Items at The Beachcomber Cafe, Crystal Cove
An invitation to The Beachcomber, on the sand with a panoramic ocean view at Crystal Cove State Park in Newport Coast, had my taste buds tingling, my mind freed, and my heart and soul rejuvenated! The Beachcomber’s Executive Chef Carlos Olivera is an Orange County local from Costa Mesa and is a veteran in the […]
JSH Marina Cafe and Other Big Happenings at Lido Marina Village
Health conscious in Newport Beach?! Find out for yourself why Juice Served Here has a cult-like following; as sipped by Emma Stone, Olivia Wilde, Jane Lynch, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Woody Harrelson. Nestled amongst the charming boutiques and stylish shops in historic Lido Marina Village is the first restaurant concept for Juice Served Here (JSH), the chic and […]
News Flash: New Spring Menu Items at Back Bay Bistro
Famous for their Family Brunch on Saturdays and the Champagne Brunch on Sundays, Back Bay Bistro at Newport Dunes is featuring new additions to their menu to brighten your day and put a little Spring in your step! At a recent media tasting, Executive Chef Bruno Massuger and team invited us to try dishes from […]
Explore Newport Beach Restaurant Week 2017 Jan. 16-29
With over 60 restaurants participating in 2017’s Newport Beach Restaurant Week, the next 14 days, January 16-29, is the perfect time to explore new dining experiences or revisit old favorites. Mouthwatering prix-fixe menus starting at just $10 for lunch and $20 for dinner await you! Options range from luxury dining offering international cuisine, locally sourced seafood, […]
New Fall Menu At True Food Kitchen
With a wide, healthy selection of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options True Food Kitchen offers nutritious, seasonal cuisine with something delicious and memorable for everyone. True Food Kitchen (TFK) changes their menu with seasonal dishes four times a year and, as someone who prefers to eat (and cook) with the seasons, I’ve written about the […]
Napoletana Pizza and More at Settebello’s Weekend Brunch
Settebello’s Napoletana pizza is well known as the real deal among the exclusive enclaves of Newport Coast and Laguna Beach, but have you tried their Sunday brunch? With an inviting open-to-the-sky patio and bar area, Settebello Pizzeria in Crystal Cove Promenade is an excellent choice for meeting up with friends or a family brunch complete […]