This article is long overdue for one of my absolute favorite restaurants, Fig and Olive in Newport Beach. I often get asked what my favorite restaurants are in Orange County and I go to the Fig and Olive in Newport Beach regularly. It's one of the restaurants...
2018 Pacific Wine and Food Classic As expected, the 2018 Pacific Wine and Food Classic was outstanding featuring mouth-watering culinary samplings from hundreds of restaurants, food suppliers, and wineries throughout Orange County. This event is easily the most...
It is no surprise that I love a fantastic brunch and Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach truly makes brunch feel beautiful and luxurious. With an amazing view of the harbor and subtle sounds of a live saxophone played to your favorite tunes, this is the perfect...
This year we attended The 31st Annual Hoag Summer Fest in Newport Beach and we have to say it was even better than expected. We attend close to 50 wine and food events each year and I like to think I am a pretty good judge. My main factors are: is there great...
When you think of summer dining, nothing says fresh seasonal ingredients more than Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens. Their latest menu offers a vibrant colorful menu full of fresh ingredients like nectarines, blueberries, sweet strawberries, carrots, heirloom...
If you missed last years event, then you already know that the 2018 Pacific Wine and Food Classic is going to be the most anticipated Orange County event of the summer. Last years event was massive with so much food and wine, it easily took 2 days to try and...
Newport Beach provides a great experience for foodies and ocean lovers to Dock and Dine at their favorite restaurant. Locals can enjoy beautiful views and cool ocean breezes as they make their way to dock at amazing restaurants like the Lighthouse...
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...
Each year we choose a new dining destination to visit during restaurant week and A Restaurant Newport Beach was an easy selection. Their sophisticated menu featuring selections like Foie Gras with kumquat relish and Polenta with freshly shaved truffles made...
Newport Beach Restaurant Week 2018 is here and this is the perfect time to plan a visit to your favorite restaurant or discover a new dining destination. We are thrilled that so many of our favorite restaurants will be participating this year. If you've followed our...
Sondra Barker
A purveyor of exceptional eats and escapes; on a journey to find the perfect bites in the most wonderful places.
How many of you knew there was a Benihana Be The Chef experience where you could learn Teppanyaki and cook for your friends and family? Every time I visit Benihana I'm in awe of all the tricks and how they effortlessly...
Every year for OC Restaurant Week we make it a point to try several new restaurants. This year we headed to the Balboa Peninsula to enjoy Newport Landing Restaurant and all their tasty offerings. Not only will restaurateurs...
Harborside Restaurant is one of those classic Orange County restaurants that anyone living here long enough has visited. I've always seen Harborside Restaurant while sailing along the Newport Harbor and OC Restaurant Week was...
This year Newport Beach Restaurant Week 2019 is the best time to try out new restaurants and re-visit some of your favorites. Each year we take full advantage and book several reservations to enjoy a glutinous week of delicious...
This article is long overdue for one of my absolute favorite restaurants, Fig and Olive in Newport Beach. I often get asked what my favorite restaurants are in Orange County and I go to the Fig and Olive in Newport...
2018 Pacific Wine and Food Classic As expected, the 2018 Pacific Wine and Food Classic was outstanding featuring mouth-watering culinary samplings from hundreds of restaurants, food suppliers, and wineries throughout...
It is no surprise that I love a fantastic brunch and Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach truly makes brunch feel beautiful and luxurious. With an amazing view of the harbor and subtle sounds of a live saxophone played to...
This year we attended The 31st Annual Hoag Summer Fest in Newport Beach and we have to say it was even better than expected. We attend close to 50 wine and food events each year and I like to think I am a pretty good...
