Summer is the perfect time for grilling and nothing beats the taste of this finger-lickin good Keto BBQ Sauce. My signature keto barbeque sauce is sugar-free and the perfect blend of smoky flavors with a hint of spice. If you've never made homemade BBQ sauce before,...
Our pick for the Best Temecula Restaurant is Small Barn in Old Town Temecula, which just celebrated its two-year anniversary. While Temecula has long been known for its rows of wineries, it is now beginning to make a culinary name for itself. The wine country coastal...
If you're looking for a unique wine country experience, then head to Oak Mountain Winery for a one of a kind dinner in their Temecula wine cave. We were first introduced to Oak Mountain Winery while taking a Temecula Wine Tasting Tour with Best Coast Tours. During our...
If you're searching for the best Vietnamese restaurant in Orange County then look no further than Brodard Chateau in Garden Grove. Locals in the Asian community have long known about Brodard since they opened their Fountain Valley location at a small strip mall in...
Oat flour pancakes are my favorite type to make at home because they are not only healthy but also incredibly easy to make. You can even use rolled oats or instant oats that you already have at home to make your own flour! These pancakes are soft, fluffy, and...
Urban Plates is a fast casual restaurant, but with a fine dining menu. They have numerous locations throughout California and offer dishes you typically wouldn't expect like fresh seasonal fish, Moroccan braised chicken, and grass fed steak with fresh chimichurri....
If you're looking for the best vegan chocolate chip muffins, this recipe is definitely it! These muffins are soft and fluffy on the inside with a golden crispy crust on the outside. They are absolutely perfect and so delicious. I remember when it used to be so...
These Pina Colada Overnight Oats with Coconut Milk are vegan friendly and so easy to make. Overnight Oats are one of my favorite quick breakfasts, especially when I'm on the go. They are incredibly easy to make and can be customized with so many different flavors. I...
These delicious Raspberry Lemon Muffins are super moist and fluffy. They feature a wonderful coconut crumble topping that perfectly balances the tartness of the raspberries and lemon. You can also easily make these raspberry lemon muffins vegan by simply switching out...
It seems that strawberry brownies are trending on tiktok, but I have the recipe for real homemade strawberry brownies from scratch! Sure the boxed version might be easy, but they will never be as good and you will be surprised how simple it is to make these strawberry...
Sondra Barker
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The new Morimoto by Sea restaurant just opened on Holland America Line's Nieuw Amsterdam ship with pop-ups on all the other ships. We were able to experience this wonderful restaurant recently on our Caribbean cruise and tried a...
When I host family and friends, I usually always create a large charcuterie board or cheese board. However, this year after all the heavy holiday food, I wanted to serve a healthy option. I decided to create a beautiful crudite...
Calo Kitchen + Tequila is the latest addition to the expanding lineup of new restaurants at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. On an early Thursday night, guests were already lined up to indulge in their delicious Mexican cuisine...
From the outside, Hotel Figueroa has kept its historic charm, but once inside you will be transported to a world of luxury art deco design which has brought this Downtown L.A. landmark to life. I've always believed that...
The Canaletto Holland America specialty restaurant offers cruisers exceptional fine-dining Italian cuisine. During our 7-day cruise, we loved Canaletto restaurant so much, that we visited it twice. We recently returned during...
The Geneseo Inn at Cass Winery is a vineyard escape for wine lovers that combines luxury and adventure. Spending a day at Cass can take you on a horseback ride through grape vines, shooting archery or axe throwing next to the...
If you're searching for a true Italian restaurant in Orange County, IL Farro in Newport Beach should be at the top of your list. Known for its authentic Italian cuisine, IL Farro in Newport Beach offers a culinary journey that...
These fabulous rosé cupcakes are made with your favorite rosé wine or you can even use pink Moscato wine. They are perfect for so many occasions like bridal shows, baby showers, valentines day, or just a fun girls' night. Not...
