Dahlia Cultivar Salad Handels Ice Cream
Butcher ’ s House Dinner Service
One of Orange County ’ s newest culinary destinations , BUTCHER ’ S HOUSE BRASSERIE , is bringing a French flair to SoCo in Costa Mesa . Chef Jeoffrey Offer focuses on the craft of butchery at his modern French bistro . His father , a local butcher , taught him the precision and quality standards . Loyal followers dine on 30-day dry-aged bone-in Rib eye , Toulouse Sausage and a brilliant Comté Burger . The classic sauces are impeccably made and the dry-aging room will impress .
Chef Tony Ensault and Restaurateur Yassmin Sarmadi , continue to elevate their chic and exquisite fine dining at KNIFE PLEAT at South Coast Plaza . The sparkle from their hard-earned and so well-deserved Michelin Star is undeniable . Elegantly tailored , phenomenal food and impeccable hospitality make the Caviar Service , Lobster Risotto and Duck Three-Ways taste even more sublime . I love the Saturday Afternoon Tea service ; the scones and clotted cream will transport you to Paris !
Walk amongst beauty , soak in the color and dine on delectable food . If you haven ’ t experienced 608 DAHLIA AT SHERMAN GARDENS , you need to go ! Chef Jessica Roy is a true talent , and she is growing much of what she uses for her truly fabulous Garden to Table cuisine . A can ’ t-get-better-than-this Lunch is a lovely table on the patio overlooking the gardens . The Cultivar Salad , Seared Trout , Buttermilk Chive and Gruyere Biscuits served with homemade-spiced apple butter , all delicious .
Thailand , Vietnam , China and Korea are all represented at STARFISH , the Asian bistro in Laguna . The vibe is elegant yet casual and the bar is always lively . From clay pots to umamirich noodles to wok-fired perfection , Starfish ’ s
best dishes are craveable and always draw me back for more . The beauty of dim lighting , excellent service and being a locally owned establishment are all great draws .
Balboa Bay Resort , our favorite premier waterfront property has the privilege of their new Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan overseeing the resort ’ s overall culinary program . His background spans the Taj Hotel portfolio , Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas , Montage Laguna Beach and Paséa Hotel & Spa Huntington Beach . His hospitality experience has already brought unforgettable culinary moments of exceptional food and wine to guests and members alike . My favorite Sunday Brunch is at the LIGHTHOUSE ROOM at Balboa Bay Resort . Impress your pickiest Brunch lover with exquisitely fresh chilled seafood , an alfresco made-to-order omelet station , artisan cheeses and charcuterie boards and for the sweet tooth in all of us , a mouthwatering patisserie display . This is a modern gathering space serving up light ocean breezes and sweeping harbor views for locals , resort guests and club members to enjoy every Sunday from 10am to 2pm .
A + O RESTAURANT & BAR on the Bay Front of the Balboa Bay Resort Hotel is my favorite spot on Newport ’ s gorgeous harbor . From lunch to happy hour to dinner , the new menu offers a unique and elevated cocktail menu that will satisfy your at-the-moment needs ! The Sushi + Sake Saturdays and the Western Wednesdays ( for the best Texas BBQ spare ribs ), and their Smoked Whiskey Cocktails will definitely make your week more scrumptious . Live entertainment and a lively atmosphere always guarantee a good time .
The dining experience at NAPA ROSE is for
those that love fabulous food and fine wine . Welcome to the Grand Californian Hotel at Disney for this casual fine dining experience . Chef Andrew Sutton ’ s food clearly resonates Wine Country ; his dishes are fresh yet hearty and so satisfying , you can ’ t get enough . The gorgeous dining room of glass and views , the superb staff and the glorious wine collection make every experience at Napa Rose amazing .
Orange County ’ s love affair with THE DOCK has been 20 years in the making of waterside dining , a boat dock and exceptional food with superb service . An amazing contemporary American menu with a fantastic wine list brought to you by restaurateur Chris Overstreet .
The flavors of Southeast Asia with French techniques has created Chef Tin Vuong ’ s LITTLE SISTER Restaurant empire and the O . C . was lucky enough to have one land at Irvine Spectrum late last year . The diverse and incredible menu that ranges from butter-basted Escargot Poppers to red curry spiced pork rinds , Saigon Lemongrass Beef and the whole fried Sea Bass with Ginger Chili Sauce and fresh lime are impressive and utterly delicious . The entrance is dramatic , everything is delicious and drinks are tropical and fun .
From the first shop founded in 1945 in Ohio , HANDEL ’ S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM has expanded to multiple locations as well as Newport Beach on Oceanfront . The ice cream is amazing , hand-packed happiness made fresh daily in 45 heavenly flavors . I ’ m a rich and creamy Pistachio and Black Cherry double-scoop kinda gal . “ Can I just say perfection ?”
Take good care of the wait staff . “ Check , Please .”
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