OrangeCoast Magazine's Best of 2017 event is finally here and is sure to be a great event. Their Best Restaurants event was amazing and I have no doubts that this event will be equally as...
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First Glance: Five Crowns Debuts a Delicious Summer Menu with their New Executive Chef
Five Crowns summer menu is full of fresh seasonal ingredients introduced by their new Executive Chef Anthony Endy. We...
Summer at Knotts Berry Farm Brings Interactive Fun and New Foodie Finds!
Summer is here and we have the inside scoop on all the new happenings at one of our favorite attractions, Knotts Berry Farm. I love how affordable and accessible Knotts Berry Farm is and I...
Celebrate National Lobster Day with Tickets to Lobsterfest in Newport Beach!
If you're looking to celebrate National Lobster Day or just want to eat endless lobster, then treat yourself with tickets to this summers Lobsterfest! If you love lobster, and who doesn't, then this...
Don’t Expect Your Typical Bar Food at This Orange County GastroPub
Haven GastroPub, located in Old Town Orange, provides an English Pub atmosphere with exquisite epicurean cuisine. You can forget what you think you know about bar food. This Orange County Gastropub...
Get Your National Cupcake Lovers Fix with These One of a Kind Creations!
It's only fitting that my Birthday and National Cupcake Lovers Day should both land on the same day. To celebrate I set out on a mission to find the most delicious and creative cupcakes I could find...
Sushi Roku Celebrates 2nd Anniversary with 50% Off All Food June 19th & 20th
On June Monday, June 19th and Tuesday, June 20th, Sushi Roku Newport Beach will be celebrating their 2yr anniversary and National Sushi Day by offering 50% off their entire food menu. Guests can...
The Delicious Reasons 370 Common is a Top Culinary Choice for Laguna Beach Locals
This past week we decided to visit 370 Common in Laguna Beach after taking a look at their delicious menu. To prepare for the upcoming summer months we decided it was time to...
Our Drool-Worthy List of The Best Burgers in Orange County
We are bringing you our drool-worthy list of the best burgers in Orange County in celebration of OC Burger Week. We basically spent 2 weeks stuffing our faces with ooey gooey meaty burgers to bring...
Experience This Summers Monthly Curated Cheese Take Over at Sidedoor in CDM
This summer get ready for a curated cheese take over at Sidedoor in Corona del Mar. SideDoor is known for its award-winning cheese and charcuterie offerings and is pleased to dedicate one evening a...
Back Bay Bistro Revamps Their Menu with Some Tasty New Additions
Back Bay Bistro is a favorite among locals because of their amazing food and stunning views of the Newport Beach Harbor. Located at The Newport Dunes they are the perfect restaurant for locals and...
Here’s Why The Cannery is the Most Iconic Restaurant in Newport Beach
I love visiting The Cannery in Newport Beach because it is the most quintessential restaurant that completely epitomizes the fabulous Orange County lifestyle. One of the most common questions...
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Sondra Barker
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Our Top 5 Picks for OC Restaurant Week 2018
OC Restaurant Week 2018 is one of Orange County's most anticipated annual events. Starting Sunday, March, 4th discover delectable dining at all of your favorite restaurants at incredible prices. This year's restaurant week is...
First Glance: Marriott’s Hive and Honey is Irvine’s First Rooftop Bar and It’s Sweet!
The Marriott's Hive and Honey Rooftop Bar finally delivers a great location for adults to enjoy some cocktails, a fantastic view, and a classy night out on the town. Orange County is perfect in every way with its gorgeous...
First Glance: Puesto Irvine Delights with Authentic Mexican Flavors
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...
Cheese Takes Center Stage at SideDoor’s Monthly Cheese Takeovers
Back by popular demand, SideDoor is continuing their monthly cheese takeovers. These cheese-focused events have been an enormous success. The next event will begin on Wednesday, February 21 and will be highlighting the Beehive...
This Valentine’s Day in Orange County, Treat Your Loved Ones to Delicious Dining
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...
If Ralph Lauren Had a Restaurant It Would Be The Country Club in Costa Mesa
The moment you step into The Country Club in Costa Mesa you"ll feel as if you just stepped into the latest Ralph Lauren catalog. Vintage golf clubs, elegant chandeliers, and plaid accents adorn the walls bringing this...
Olea in Newport Beach Brings Delicious Wine Country Cuisine to Orange County
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...
Discover Why A Restaurant Newport Beach Is A Favorite Among Local Diners
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...
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