Begin with a comfortably hip ambiance, add modern interpretations of popular Italian dishes, cool cocktails, a fabulous wine list of California and Italian varietals, and a healthy dose of fun and, violá, you have the makings of a memorable time with family, friends, and/or colleagues at North Italia! One look at the oooey gooey cheesy […]
Irvine
New Meat-Centric Winter Menu at Twenty Eight
New comforting meat-centric dishes created with seasonal ingredients take center stage at Twenty Eight in Newport Beach-Irvine. Twenty Eight’s Executive Chef Jay Lacuesta introduces a new Winter Menu showcasing comforting meat-centric dishes and vibrant, flavorful vegetables of the season. Guests are invited to enjoy a Three Squash Agnolotti, hand-made fresh daily featuring a combination of the […]
What’s For Thanksgiving Dinner? Reservations! Orange County Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Dinner
Orange County has an abundance of superior dining establishments offering Thanksgiving dinner this year. No need to stress. Relax and be a guest at the table! Make Thanksgiving as simple as choosing the ambiance that you enjoy the most, whether it be a traditional Thanksgiving family gathering or dining with friends for a Friendsgiving, dining choices […]
Orange County Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Dinner
Make your reservations for Thanksgiving dinner NOW, if you haven’t already. No need to stress and you can enjoy the day as a guest! Here are a few of the Orange County restaurants offering Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings: Del Frisco’s Grille at Irvine Spectrum: For those looking to avoid doing the heavy lifting […]
Summer Heats Up at Bistango with Spanish Nights
Remember Bistango in Irvine? Back in my corporate days it was the sophisticated place to go for lunch on days when you could actually leave the office rather than inhaling a sandwich at your desk! It’s been more than a few years since I dined at Bistango, but their summer special of paella, sangria, and […]
Del Frisco’s Grille Does Brunch Right!
Weekend brunch at Del Frisco’s is an a la carte affair complete with build-your-own Bloody Marys, mimosas or sangria, and mouthwatering sweet and savory breakfast fare. Look no further than Del Frisco’s Grille in Irvine – yes, Irvine Spectrum is home to the only Del Frisco’s Grille in Orange County. Del Frisco’s weekend brunch offers traditional […]
Cocktail Program at TAPS Fish House and Brewery
TAPS Fish House and Brewery in the Irvine Marketplace has launched their “Liquid Assets” initiative on the craft cocktail space with an impressive array of original creative cocktails that rivals those of the finest dining establishments in LA or Las Vegas. Although TAPS is more known for their award-winning home brews (honored as the Mid-Size […]
Sunday Brunch at EATS Kitchen + Bar
What starts with a DIY Bloody Mary bar which, by the way, includes a unique tomatillo mix that makes a smashing Tomatillo Mary, and ends with a nutty crunchy tower of Cinnamon Crunch French Toast, is a definite must-try, especially considering the multicultural spin that Chef Jason Montelibano is known for. Since taking the helm […]
2016 Cooking Classes at Zov’s
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 […]
Celebrate 12 Days of Christmas at EATS Kitchen + Bar
Chef Jason Montelibano has really hit his stride with creative menu planning this year at EATS Kitchen & Bar, first there were the globally-inspired dishes he featured for Thanksgiving dinner and, now, tantalizing daily specials to celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas. With the hot scene at adjacent Red Bar, you are absolutely in for […]