One of my favorite dinners is this super easy baked lamb chop recipe with my magical mint chimichurri sauce. I recently made this for Easter dinner, but this is so easy to make, it's great for any day of the week. My special mint chimichurri sauce takes this dish up a...
Taco Rosa in Irvine and Newport Beach is introducing several new family-style "Tablitas", or platters, to their menu. These unique Tablitas will feature both traditional and seafood options as well as a mini Tablita for two. They also plan on introducing some fabulous...
Eddie V's happy hour in Newport Beach is one of the most popular spots to enjoy after a long workday. The bar is always filled with diners and for good reason. They offer a great selection of enticing eats on their happy hour menu like Lamb Lollipops, Fish Tacos, and...
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and we have the perfect dish to impress your guests. Last week I enjoyed the new fall menu from Orange County's most wonderful restaurants Olea, Ironwood, and Vine which are all headed by executive chef...
Knife Pleat's Afternoon Tea is an exquisite display of this time-honored English tradition If you're looking for a weekend brunch Knife Pleat's Afternoon Tea is an exquisite display of this time-honored English tradition. I'm already predicting Knife Pleat to be...
Andrei's Irvine Restaurant has been an Orange County favorite since opening in 2009. Located in Irvine's business district off Main Street, they are best known for their fresh local and organically grown produce, as well as naturally raised meats and sustainable...
On our recent visit to Napa, in partnership with the Do Napa website, we decided the best way to showcase all the amazing Artisan shops at Downtown Napa's Oxbow Public Market was to create the perfect picnic. Oxbow Public Market has been open for 10yrs and was part of...
The Descanso Brunch "La Plancha" experience is similar to Tepanyaki, Benihana-style cooking experience, except it is amazing Mexican food! If you have not been to Descanso yet or heard of their "la plancha" experience then you are in for a treat. Imagine a Tepanyaki,...
It's no surprise I love my wine and when I can't be in wine country, Bottle Barn is an amazing wine delivery service that brings wine country to my door. If you consider yourself to be a wine connoisseur, then you likely prefer wines that are from off the beaten path....
Laguna Beach is home to spectacular views and some of the most amazing restaurants in Orange County. Though often frequented for dinner, we recently discovered Selanne Steak Tavern also boasts one of the best brunches in the area. With their elegant decor, fabulous...
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I created this site for purveyor of exceptional eats and escapes; our team is always on a journey to find the perfect bites in the most wonderful places.
Bloom in San Juan Capistrano is the latest addition to Russell Bendels' growing list of exceptional restaurants. Head chef Jarred Cook has created an entirely new menu full of southern inspiration, decadent sauces, and...
I've been working on perfecting these Instant Pot meatballs with my homemade spaghetti sauce for quite some time. These are the most tender, moist, authentic meatballs you'll find. The recipe is from my late aunt from Italy....
These 20 Vegan Just Egg recipes are the most delicious you'll find. For those following a vegan diet or looking for an amazing egg substitute, Just Egg is one of the most popular and easy-to-find brands. They have even expanded...
Callaway Winery in Temecula can be found perched high up on a hilltop overlooking the endless miles of vineyards. This is easily one of the most well-known wineries in Temecula and for good reason. They offer a premium wine...
This guide to the best Disneyland food isn't going to have your typical turkey leg and churro suggestions. This is the real deal food guide for all those foodies out there who have exceptional palettes and think themselves to be...
Mark your calendars, the San Diego Wine and Food Festival returns this November 9th - 13th, 2022. Last year's event did not disappoint and we continue to be impress year after year. San Diego Wine and Food Festival 2022 will...
Paragon Costa Mesa just opened its new location at The OC Mix after gaining a massive loyal following as a pop-up restaurant inside Shuck Oyster Bar. Paragon is defined as a model of excellence or perfection and Paragon Costa...
Last weekend I headed to Temecula Wine Country for an impromptu girl's trip and decided to share some tips on where to stay, fun things to do, and how to save! Temecula is so close Orange County and San Diego, it is one of my...
