The celebration of Passover and Easter this past weekend had many of us planning holiday brunch and family get togethers, some in the comfort of your own home and many at favorite special occasion spots. Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale’s South Coast Plaza certainly puts on a magnificent brunch – every Sunday, not just Easter Sunday, […]
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Greenleaf Goes Big in OC
Green is Good and we’re the lucky ones here in Orange County because Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop owner Jonathan Rollo and Executive Chef Kristi Ritchey recognized the potential for success of their healthy, eco-friendly, organic concept restaurant and decided to go BIG in the OC with a broader vision that includes indoor and outdoor patio seating, […]
Pitfire Pizza Delivers
With five locations in Los Angeles, Pitfire Artisan Pizza decided it was time to stake their pizzeria claim in the unchartered territory of Orange County…and are we ever glad they did. Owner Paul Hibler wisely chose to make his free-spirited presence known among the independent eateries and hipster bars along the strip known as 17th Street […]
Fabulous Fall Menu at Seasons 52
Since their opening in Orange County in 2010, Seasons 52 has proven to be a perfect match for health conscious diners in Orange County with a desire to keep the calories in check without sacrificing taste. Seasons 52’s seasonally inspired menu strives to provide the freshest ingredients prepared using rustic cooking techniques: think wood-fired grill, […]
118 Degrees Vegan Raw Cacao Truffles
With my love of cheese, it would be very difficult for me to go vegan, but I am utterly fascinated by gourmet living cuisine, a prettier name for vegan raw foods, and what goes into making a beautiful, innovative, and delicious dish without applying any heat. In August I attended the Grand Opening/Meet and Greet […]
Beach Eats: Eat Chow 2
Another beautiful day at the beach! After a few hours of sun, sand, and surf you can really work up an appetite – fortunately, Newport Beach and Huntington Beach have an abundance of great places offering mouthwatering, creative eats that are conveniently located within walking or biking distance from the beach. No need to battle […]
Z Cafe at South Coast Plaza
Whether you’re fueling your body for a strenuous day of shopping or taking a break to relax and recharge, Z Café in South Coast Plaza has what you need, from the pizza that made Z famous (available with gluten free crust, too) to a hefty sandwich or a fresh salad of organic greens, to “Sharables” […]
Wine Lab at The Camp
As if THE CAMP couldn’t get any cooler, the recent opening of the Wine Lab seems to say “you complete me” 🙂 The casual, hipster, eco-chic vibe of THE CAMP is a favorite of mine – and many others who seek respite from SoCal’s ubiquitous strip malls and gargantuan shopping districts – and the perfect place […]
Mi Casa; a Family Favorite
We certainly have more than our share of Mexican restaurants in southern California; they range from corner takeout joints to gourmet fusion tacos to Baja California surfer cuisine to combination plate American-style Mexican food. But one thing is for sure, not many have been around for 40 years, seen three generations of family ownership, and […]
Costa Mesa Restaurant Week
Costa Mesa Restaurant Week started yesterday and continues through Friday, August 26th. Within the borders of Costa Mesa, are many of the jewels in the crown of Orange County’s dining scene and this week is the perfect opportunity to discover the new or revisit established favorites. The tough decision will be choosing from the 28 […]