Best Dining Experiences of 2015
Happy New Year! We took a year off to work on other projects, but we’re back and ready to write about our dining experiences in 2016. But first, a look … Continue reading
Favorite Dining Experiences of 2014
We had a lot of terrific meals in Orange County in 2014, particularly in Newport Beach (our home base), and very few dishes that made our taste buds wince. A … Continue reading
Best Wines for Thanksgiving Dinner
What’s the best wine to serve with Thanksgiving dinner? Many wine experts will simply say it’s whatever wine you like to drink, but matching wine with food can enhance the … Continue reading
New Pizza Purveyors in Newport Beach
More than three billion pizzas are sold in the U.S. every year, making pizza one of the most popular food items in the country. Pizza is also popular in Newport … Continue reading
Get “Chowified” at Eat Chow Restaurant
Have you been ‘Chowified?” We have, and we love it. Of course, we’re talking about Eat Chow, which has locations in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. Soon, you’ll be able … Continue reading
Artistic Dining in Laguna Beach
The arts festivals are in full swing, Pageant of the Masters has begun its summer-long run, and The Laguna Playhouse just opened the musical “Buddy – the Buddy Holly Story.” … Continue reading
Island Hotel in Newport Beach Unveils New Restaurant
The Island Hotel in Fashion Island, Newport Beach, closed its Palm Terrace Restaurant and Lounge earlier this year and transformed the entire facility into two separate yet adjacent entities: Oak … Continue reading
Off the Menu: Classy Catering with 24 Carrots and Vanity Catering
The term “catering” at one time had a less-than-glamorous connotation, but that has changed in recent years thanks to a handful of caterers and chefs who have taken catering to … Continue reading