Crab omelet at Las Brisas |
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : COURTESY OF LAS BRISAS ; COURTESY OF THE RANCH AT LAGUNA BEACH ; COURTESY OF KITCHEN IN THE CANYON |
KITCHEN IN THE CANYON In coastal California , a breakfast burrito is a pivotal item on any morning menu . Whether you ’ re ordering takeout to eat on the sand as you breathe in the fresh salty air or dining in at this serene eatery , you can ’ t go wrong with Kitchen in the Canyon ’ s steak burrito . The flank steak is seasoned and cooked to juicy perfection , then folded into a large flour tortilla with plenty of Mexican-inspired ingredients . Made with three scrambled eggs to solidify its place on the menu at the brunch restaurant , which is open daily until 3 p . m ., the burrito also features black beans , an avocado spread , pico de gallo and semisoft Chihuahua cheese . It can also be ordered in a bowl for a glutenfree option . “ It ’ s one of the most popular items on the menu ,” says owner Shima Roshani . “… It ’ s pretty filling and delicious — a good option for breakfast [ and ] also for lunch , … [ plus it has a ] high nutritional value .” ( 949-715-5388 ; kitcheninthecanyon . com )
LAS BRISAS Available every day of the week on both the breakfast and brunch menus , the crab omelet is a must-try for seafood lovers visiting Las Brisas . The omelet joins numerous other ocean-inspired dishes , like the smoked
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salmon tostadas and a lobster eggs Benedict , but stands alone as a sweet and savory option perfect for alfresco dining on the California coast . Organic , cage-free eggs are cooked over low heat to create a fluffy texture , then seasonal crab is heated up with Mexican crema and rolled into the eggs with a Jack cheese blend . Topped with Mexican crema , sliced avocado and scallions , the omelet is then served with house-made tortillas and crispy potatoes . “ We love elevating a classic breakfast fish with a premium ingredient , like the jumbo lump crab included in this dish and fresh , house-made corn tortillas ,” says Cristhian Salazar , senior director of culinary at Xperience Restaurant Group , which owns Las Brisas . “… The sweetness from the crab adds a fluffy texture to the savory omelet .” ( 949-497-5434 ; lasbrisaslagunabeach . com )
HARVEST One brunch favorite that continues to be popular both at home and when dining out is avocado toast — a dish that features light , fresh ingredients packed full of flavor . At Harvest , the signature restaurant at The Ranch at Laguna Beach , the avocado toast , also called the breakfast toast on the brunch menu , is available daily . It starts with
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Breakfast burrito at Kitchen in the Canyon
a thick slice of rustic sourdough , which is griddled then topped with whipped Boursin cheese , Hass avocado , onion jam and a fried egg ; pickled fresno chiles , queso fresco and fresh-picked cilantro finish the toast off . “ We wanted this breakfast toast to hit all the notes : It ’ s got great crunch with the rustic bread , light and airy whipped Boursin , sweet onions , pickled Fresno for a little heat , saltiness with the queso fresco and freshness with the … cilantro ,” says Kyle St . John , executive chef at The Ranch at Laguna Beach . With sweet and savory elements , it can be enjoyed at any time of the day for a filling meal or satisfying snack . ( 949-715-1376 ; theranchlb . com ) g
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LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE 35 |