I've spent some time recently looking for the best Italian food in Orange County. My favorite restaurants are those intimate, family-owned, unassuming restaurants you have to discover. The...
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Could Oliver’s Osteria be the Most Authentic Italian Cuisine in Orange County?
There was a recent thread on my Nextdoor app searching for the most authentic Italian cuisine in Orange County and I could not help but notice all the recommendations for Oliver's Osteria. I, of...
Angelina’s Pizzeria Might be the Best Pizza in All of Southern California
Growing up in New York so I've always been extremely selective about my pizza and Angelina's Pizzeria might be the best I've found in Southern California. New Yorkers tend to prefer their...
Spoleto Brings Affordable Upscale Italian Cuisine to Irvine’s University Center
Update: Spoleto is no longer open at Campus Center and has closed permanently This week I had the pleasure of visiting Spoleto, the latest addition to Irvine's...
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Looking for Authentic Italian Food in Orange County? Head to Piccolino Restorante in Mission Viejo
I've spent some time recently looking for the best Italian food in Orange County. My favorite restaurants are those intimate, family-owned, unassuming restaurants you have to discover. The restaurants that have been open for...
Could Oliver’s Osteria be the Most Authentic Italian Cuisine in Orange County?
There was a recent thread on my Nextdoor app searching for the most authentic Italian cuisine in Orange County and I could not help but notice all the recommendations for Oliver's Osteria. I, of course, did not waste any time...
Angelina’s Pizzeria Might be the Best Pizza in All of Southern California
Growing up in New York so I've always been extremely selective about my pizza and Angelina's Pizzeria might be the best I've found in Southern California. New Yorkers tend to prefer their crust thin and more importantly...
Spoleto Brings Affordable Upscale Italian Cuisine to Irvine’s University Center
Update: Spoleto is no longer open at Campus Center and has closed permanently This week I had the pleasure of visiting Spoleto, the latest addition to Irvine's University Center. This year...
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