These easy, sautéed collard greens are topped with crispy pancetta and crunchy breadcrumbs for incredible flavor. Once you try this dish, I guarantee that collard greens will become a regular vegetable at your table. This recipe takes all of the intimidation out of...
Lemon Herb Vinaigrette is truly the ultimate salad dressing, but it can be used on much more than just salads. This is a vinaigrette you'll find so many uses for from side dishes to salads, and even marinades. Why You'll Love This Lemon Herb Vinaigrette This year I...
If you own lavender plants in your landscape, this Lavender Simple Syrup is incredibly beautiful, delicious, and easy to make. There are so many fun uses from desserts to cocktails. Here is everything you need to know on how to make lavender syrup at home. Table Of...
These authentic Mediterranean Chicken Kabobs are marinated in flavorful spices and are so easy to make using a grill pan. This is the perfect recipe if you do not have a grill or do not want to grill outside, but still want the same juicy grilled chicken kabob...
This is my favorite Bulgur Pilaf recipe which is a Panini Kabob copycat. Panini Kabob is a popular Mediterranean restaurant in Southern California and it is also where I was first introduced to Bulgur Pilaf. I loved the Bulgur at Panini Kabob so much that I created...
These 15 Panda Express Copycat recipes are the best recipes I've found online. Skip the takeout and enjoy these delicious Chinese dishes at home. Here is almost the entire line-up of the most popular Panda Express menu items. My favorite dish is my Panda Express...
If you find yourself with extra lemons, here are 15+ incredibly delicious preserved lemon recipes and a guide on how to easily make preserved lemons at home. Preserved lemons are amazing for cooking and can be eaten with your meal as the preservation process rids the...
These easy Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas are so simple to make and ready to serve in under 30 minutes. If you're short on time and need to throw together a quick meal for the family, these fajitas are the perfect solution. Also, be sure to check out our easy Air Fryer...
Impress the most important woman in your life with 30 of the fanciest Mother's Day brunch recipes. Sip beautifully crafted cocktails, indulge in rosé infused desserts, and enjoy elegant brunch dishes fit for a queen! One of my favorite Mother's Day brunch recipes is...
This 15-minute Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken is perfect for an easy weekday dinner. Each bite is juicy, tender, and full of flavor. This recipe is also low-carb, keto-friendly, low-calorie, and gluten-free since it uses no breading. Table Of...
Sondra Barker
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.
A Special Thank You to The Pechanga Resort & Casino for helping host and plan this special trip. As always, all opinions are completely honest and my own. This year for Valentines Day I decided I wanted to plan a super...
Last weekend at The Belmont Shores Chocolate Festival, I got to live out every child's dream and eat chocolate for breakfast. I was beyond excited to head down to Long Beach and judge their 9th annual chocolate desserts...
I don't think there is one person in all of Newport Beach who hasn't dined at Red O. It is practically an Orange County staple with their delicious upscale Mexican cuisine and beautiful decor. The second you step inside...
If you are an Orange County native you likely have already been to Oak Grill located inside the beautiful Island Hotel. My girlfriends love coming here for a great brunch on the weekends, but I'll admit I have never tried...
Westwood Coast in Costa Mesa is helping Triangle Square step up its culinary game. This new, unique restaurant concept combines an epic Steakhouse with a lively country music bar. You'll definitely want to arrive with your...
Nirvana in Laguna Beach is a hidden gem that most locals have seen, but may not have tried, as was the case with me. During OC Restaurant Week I always try to discover at least two restaurants I've never visited before. This...
Fishbone Laguna Beach is still fairly new to Orange County, opening in the fall of 2019. They have several successful locations throughout Canada and offer artistically presented upscale seafood inspired by the flavors of...
This week we are taking you to Moulin Bistro, a lovely Parisian restaurant and market that will transport you down the cobblestoned streets of Paris. If what you seek is an authentic culinary experience then look no further....
