A “Must Visit” New TAPS Mega-Brewery Opens in Tustin
TAPS Brewery and Tasting Room Is Now Open In Tustin, CA- If you are a beer lover listen up! You are going to want to raise a stein and pronounce a cheer with this news for Orange County. The “award winning” brew house/restaurants TAPS has just doubled down on a brand new tasting room and full-scale (think massive) brewing facility in Tustin, CA.
Meet the new TAPS Brewery & Barrel Room.
[I had the pleasure to attend a hosted...
Delightful Duke Bourbon Dinner at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
The Hyatt Regency Newport Beach is home to a wonderful summer-filled jazz concert series that runs from June to October. The lush tropical ambience sets the tone for lovely evenings under the stars. This night was no exception, as we were escorted through a canopy of trees and well-dressed tables and into the Wine Cellar. This is a secret little find of a spot as we descended to the cellar. We were welcomed with a refreshing Blackberry Bourbon beverage served is charming...
Elevating Dock and Dine at the Lighthouse Bayview Café
The Lighthouse Bayview Café in Marina Village on the beachy Balboa Peninsula is the perfect spot to enjoy the pairing of one’s favorite comfort foods and boating and out on the water. Perfect timing as spring & summer will soon be full-throttle in the Newport Harbor.
[Hosted: Writers and media guests were hosted for this evening by Lido Marina Village Electric Boat Rentals and Lighthouse Bayview Café. However all opinions and...
Five Crowns… Our Beloved Classic Restaurant Is Now Wearing A Tiara!
A special occasion calls for a special place. Don’t you think? So…when we recently celebrated our 20th Wedding Anniversary (glup), we went to SideDoor and Five Crowns in Corona del Mar. I have a list of new spots to try, however we wanted something special, that we know well, and never disappoints. Enter Five Crowns.
It was a stellar evening. We started in their gastropub SideDoor which is a favorite of ours. We pretend we are in England or some cozy European bar. I...
Enjoy Thanksgiving at the Charming 21 Oceanfront Restaurant
A Georgous Spot for Stellar Classic Cuisine We dine here often and have enjoyed wine dinners and Christmas Eve as well. This year, guests can enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner right here from 1:00-8:00pm and below I have the entire menu for your review. (I will update with the Christmas Eve menu when that gets closer on the calendar.)
When we climb the short flight of stairs, we see an elegant dining room before us. It is elevated ever-so-slightly...
Sports Bar Standouts In Newport Beach
Fall is here, and the sports frenzy is in full swing. October is the only month when we can enjoy pre-season, regular season and play-off games for baseball, basketball, football and hockey. Sports fans are in sheer heaven. I set out to find the “stand out” sports bars right here in Newport Beach. Keep in mind that this is based on my opinion, and does not cover every single bar with a television set. However, I have sought out what I consider to be the “best of class”. ...
A Delicious Sense of Place At Hue Oi Vietnamese Cuisine
I was recently invited to visit an authentic Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Little Saigon. It was delicious, unique and quite a family affair. The name is derived from the famous city in Vietnam, called Hue. Hue Oi Restaurant began in Garden Grove, but soon outgrew its location and moved to Fountain Valley just across from the Mile Square Golf Course. They will be adding a second location in just a few weeks in the South Bay/Redondo Beach---but more on that later.
Little Saigon in...
Recipe: Salmon Asian Marinade
Everyone asks for this recipe and can be used on other fish…Enjoy!
Ingredients: For Four Servings
-2 cloves of Garlic finely minced (I use cubed frozen Garlic from Trader Joes near veges)
-4-5 tablespoons of Sesame Oil (I get mine at Trader Joes)
-1/4 cup Olive Oil
-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
-2 tablespoons of Soy Sauce
-2 tablespoons of Rice Vinegar
-Juice from ½ of lemon
-1/2 Cup (or less) of Green Onions-finely chopped with minimal white...
A Welcome New Restaurant Opens In Laguna Beach, Meet “Oak”
The new Oak restaurant stakes its claim along the tawny Pacific Coast Highway in Laguna Beach. And what a treat it was to join them for a recent media visit. The restaurant is perched on the seond floor of a handsome modern building and overlooks the highway with lovely sunsets and ocean views below.
As Executive Chef Chris Tzorin describes the cuisine "It is comfort food with a modern twist". The black glazed plates with a matte finish are his canvas to create some...
It’s TONIGHT…. Join The 1 Year Celebration at YNK @ Irvine Marriott
It’s a party!!! They are going to take guests on a “celebratory journey” at YNK, which stands for, You Never Know. And you really don’t. It is ever changing. Every three months they feature a different iconic city or region from around the globe with videos on the walls, and specialty hand-crafted cocktails specific to that spot! You will actually think you are there! Are you ready? Next they will feature Amsterdam!
The event is open to the...