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...
As this year comes to a close, its time to talk about the best Orange County happy hours 2018. So what makes a great happy hour? Drink specials are great, but I'm all about the food and ambiance. I want a place a can go after work to grab a tasty bite, enjoy a few...
Flemings Steakhouse brunch just got even better with their newly remodeled patio at Fashion Island. I've always been a fan of Flemings Steakhouse since I used to visit their Beverly Hills location when I still lived in Los Angeles. The Fashion Island location...
Attending fabulous food events always provides an opportunity to find amazing new restaurants like Krave in Irvine. This completely random discovery was all thanks to this year's Fresh Toast put on by OC Weekly. As we walked from booth to booth, sampling...
Old Vine Cafe in Costa Mesa is a quaint rustic hipster equivalent spot located at The Camp in Costa Mesa. The Camp is like a more luxurious version of Silverlake in LA with cute trendy restaurants and boho shopping boutiques. It's also home to one of the best...
It's no surprise that one of the biggest restaurant openings this year has been the new Puesto Irvine location. Let's be honest, Californian's love their tacos. They are basically our state food and are to Californian's what hot dogs are to New Yorkers. Puesto...
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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...
Sundays are made for delicious cuisine, sparkling wine, and the Wilson Creek Temecula brunch. If I could plan my perfect Sunday brunch, Wilson Creek would check every box, and boxes I didn't even know needed checking. My life...
The anticipated opening of Pour Vida Newport Beach has finally arrived after gaining much success from its flagship location in Anaheim. Their new location offers a sophisticated menu in a casual laid back atmosphere. They are...
If you're looking for some quick dinner ideas, this Peppers Sausage and Pasta with burrata is one of the easiest restaurant-quality dishes to make. I am always looking for ways to simplify my cooking when I'm short on time. For...
Finding the best Orange County happy hours in 2024 is no easy task. A restaurant needs to do more than just take $2 off wine. To make this list, there needs to be an awesome selection of happy hour bites and libations. I’ve...
The new Billy's at the Beach happy hour just launched and immediately transported me back to my days living in Hawaii. Everything from the food to the decor and fabulous ocean views will make you feel like you're on a tropical...
