First, take a deep breath, aahhhh, relax, make yourself comfortable, let the sunlight caress your skin as you absorb the magnificence of the Pacific, brilliant sun piercing the sky on a clear day and you do feel as if you can see forever. Begin with a flute of bubbly or the world famous St. Regis […]
OC Dining
Cucina Enoteca: a must try
Enoteca is the Italian word for a “wine shop” where one can sample and buy local or regional wine at a reasonable price while enjoying good food and good company; CUCINA Enoteca is uniquely that, and a breath of fresh air in our suburban dining landscape. On my first visit to CUCINA Enoteca in Irvine […]
Savannah Chop House
Savannah Chop House has the classic Rat Pack vibe that has been enjoying a renaissance in the past few years; picture yourself lost in the embrace of a red leather booth, ice cold martini in hand. Whether attributed to disenchantment with the times, a desire to return to what we view as simpler days, baby […]
Five Crowns Features Skuna Bay Craft Salmon
It’s been months since I was introduced to Skuna Bay’s Vancouver Island craft raised salmon but I felt the need to process the company’s noble aspirations and have a second go of tasting the artfully crafted fish at one of the restaurants offering their pristine salmon before writing about it. Back in December there were […]
True Food Kitchen Gluten Free Brunch
True Food Kitchen has revamped their Weekend Brunch menu with new gluten free menu items to help you eat healthier in 2012: Greek yogurt, fresh seasonal fruits, granola, whole grains, coconut milk, and gluten-free bites are just a few of the reasons why brunching at True Food Kitchen is always delicious and nutritious. Last weekend, […]
Who Will Win the Lobster Challenge?
Lobster Challenge January 4 – February 28, 2012 $25.95 Who will win? Chef Pascal Olhats has challenged his chefs at Brasserie Pascal, Savannah Chophouse, and French 75 to prepare their best lobster dish. PICK UP YOUR PASSPORT AND BEGIN! You be the judge!! Patty Mitchell and I accepted the challenge just so we could give […]
Chinese New Year at Capital Seafood
Dim sum, private dining, banquet seating, and traditional Chinese specialties to please even the most discerning palate, Capital Seafood has it all. Now, with two restaurants in Irvine; one at Diamond Jamboree and the newest in Irvine Spectrum, Orange County lovers of dim sum and Chinese cuisine are very happy to have Capital Seafood right […]
Anaheim Ducks Breakaway Bar & Grill
Sports fans rejoice! The highly anticipated Anaheim Ducks Bar & Grill is now open at John Wayne Airport. Finally, a space full of flat screen TVs, adorned with Ducks’ hockey memorabilia, pucks and helmets where you can feel right at home. Don’t expect Stanley Cup champion and All Star right winger Corey Perry (above) to […]
Paul Martin’s American Grill Happy Hour
Irvine Spectrum is hot, hot, hot right now with three highly anticipated openings: Capital Seafood, Cucina Enoteca and Paul Martin’s American Grill. Being Friday and bubbling with holiday cheer, I’m switching gears and inviting you to kick start the weekend with me at Paul Martin’s Happy Hour. Of all the gin joints (err, shopping malls) […]
Bruxie: Spreading Waffle Love
This pastrami waffle sandwich was like a “I’ll have what she’s having”, Harry Met Sally moment, only I wasn’t in Katz Deli, but the new Bruxie in Brea Downtown. Lean, not-too salty, Boar’s Head pastrami sandwiched between a light, crispy waffle balanced with lightly-dressed crunchy cole slaw and the zing of whole grain mustard. It’s […]