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...
Grab your loved ones because this Valentine's Day in Orange County there are some delicious dining selections you will not want to miss. Whether it is finding romance on the water at Lighthouse Bayview Cafe or capturing your kodak moment on The Beachcomber at...
Olea in Newport Beach is the latest in trendy upscale dining to make its way onto the restaurant scene. Combining an atmosphere of rustic elegance and wine-country inspired selection they have become one of the most buzzed about restaurants in Orange County....
Andrei's in Irvine recently introduces a new Saturday brunch you are not going to want to miss. Orange County definitely needs more amazing brunch spots and this spread did not disappoint. Each dish was perfectly executed with delicious offerings that will keep...
I am so excited to introduce a brand new section to our site which will feature great recipes from the chefs at some of our favorite restaurants. This week we met with Chef Ellis from Jimmy's Famous Tavern to learn how to make his delicious Wine Country Fall...
This week we had a chance to check out the new Oak Laguna Beach and after only being open a few short weeks the restaurant was completely packed. Oak brings a rustic yet modern menu with rich coastal flavors to the Laguna Beach community. After tasting Chef Chris...
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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.
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...
The Bianchi Laguna Beach Tasting Room & Winery has just become my new favorite spot to unwind and enjoy fantastic wines! There are not many wine tasting rooms in OC so Bianchi Laguna Beach is a welcome addition. The Bianchi...
As we all know, it's not cheap to plan a Disney Vacation. Prices to both parks have continued to increase over the years and now more than ever it's wise to look into various ways you might be able to save. Even if you have the...
The Lighthouse Cafe brunch is the perfect place to entertain out-of-town friends and family. What more could you ask for than enjoying delicious cuisine, inside of a lighthouse, while gazing out at the beautiful Newport Beach...
