When Jan’s Health Bar, one of Orange County’s most well-known fresh food eateries and home of the original Tuna and Avocado Sandwich, celebrated 45 years in business at its flagship location in Huntington Beach in March, owner Poppy Holguin invited the local community to join in the festivities. The first 45 guests to arrive received a $20 […]
Newport Beach
Lighthouse Cafe Offers Dock + Dine Delivered to Your Boat
Cruising Newport Harbor in an electric boat is a quintessential Newport Beach outdoor experience. Bask in the warm sunlight while leisurely tooling along or, later in the day, take in a brilliant sunset on a relaxing cocktail cruise as you drift by myriad sea-worthy vessels and the mega mansions and charming houses that line the […]
The Gray Event Charity Fundraiser #SaveTheElephants
Noted Orange County Chef Pascal Olhats, a master of French cuisine who has been a celebrated fixture in Orange County’s dining scene for nearly three decades, is sharing his dynamic culinary skills and hosting the second annual “The Gray Event” on Sunday, February 25. “The Gray Event” is an evening of food, wine and entertainment to raise […]
Top Fine Dining Spots in SoCal for Valentine’s Day
Orange County is home to California’s Gold Coast and, as such, why in the world would you travel anywhere else for your perfect Valentine’s Day date night? There are many wonderfully romantic choices in your backyard! For a memorable dinner or an idyllic weekend stay, here are four fine dining destinations that will make that special […]
Sweet Treats and Dessert Cocktails at Provenance #Dessert Goals
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 […]
The Holidays Just Got Happier: Farmhouse Unveils New Seasonal Menu
The party’s on. The feelin’s here. That only comes. This time of year. Simply a wonderful time of year! Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens, all festooned in holiday finery, is a magical place that satiates your appetite while stoking your holiday spirit! Owner/Executive Chef Rich Mead is excited to introduce a new seasonal menu featuring the […]
Taco Rosa – Chile Rellenos And Tamales Oh My!
My love for chile rellenos knows no bounds and the dining gods have answered my wish for more diversity in relleno land with a quad squad of chile rellenos from visionary Chef Ivan Calderon of Taco Mesa and Taco Rosa fame. Chile Relleno Pie | a thousand times, Yes! To celebrate the start of the […]
Lighthouse Bayview Cafe Debuts New Winter Menu Items
Newport Beach’s waterfront culinary destination, Lighthouse Bayview Café, is pleased to debut new winter menus for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner beginning November 1, 2017. The Lighthouse Bayview Cafe‘s unique location on the waterfront of Balboa Peninsula’s Marina Park offers diners a gorgeous 180-degree view of Newport Bay. If you haven’t dined here yet, you are seriously […]
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 […]