As the weekend approaches, it’s a good time to point out that this is the perfect time to think about where to hang out for a leisurely brunch with friends or family. At Old Vine Kitchen & Bar, Chef Mark McDonald, an industry leader in creating as close to a scratch kitchen as possible, you’ll […]
Travel
Pizzeria Bianco — Phoenix, AZ
Arriving at Nobuo for dinner the night before, we saw that Pizzeria Bianco was right across the courtyard. It was one of the first places I bookmarked for my trip to Phoenix but didn’t think we’d have time to visit. After dinner that evening, we decided to have lunch at Pizzeria Bianco before heading to […]
Nobuo at Teeter House — Phoenix, AZ
Before visiting friends in Phoenix, I did a little research and presented my friends with a list of places I was interested in dining at. Since my friends are recent transplants themselves, they were eager to check out some restaurants themselves. Reservations were made at Nobuo at Teeter House weeks prior to my arrival, and […]
San Diego
Urban Plates: solid menu with affordable prices
Can you believe this is the first time I’ve ever visited an Urban Plates? Well, it’s true! And as a first timer, I wanted to take the most advantage in discovering what it has to offer. The menu is pretty extensive, but simple enough to maneuver. Once you pick a protein, it’s pretty much a […]
best new eats of 2019
As the year (and decade) comes to a close, I reminisce about all the meals I’ve had this year, and have summarized my favorite five of 2019. Fable & Spirit — this new Newport Beach restaurant is not only stunning to look at, but also boasts one of the best bar programs in OC, as […]
Fort Oak — San Diego
It’s been a long time coming, and I finally made it to Fort Oak, the second restaurant from the good people at Trust in San Diego. If you’re following my blog, you will know that I loved Trust, and Chef Brad Wise has killed it again with Fort Oak — the group opened its latest […]
Long Beach & Los Angeles
Sushi Nikkei: impressive Peruvian-style sushi
I’ve been sitting on this review for quite some time. It is such a dichotomy when I find a restaurant that excites and tantalizes my taste-buds, but at the same time, raving about them may mean it will be so much harder for me to get a table when I want to go. Oh the […]
a cornucopia of seafood at San Pedro Fish Market
Chances are, if you live in southern California, you’re familiar with the iconic San Pedro Fish Market (SPFM). I’ve visited the original at Ports O’Call Village on numerous occasions, always blown away by the fish market itself, where you can purchase fresh seafood, either to be cooked and eaten there. Of course, you can buy the […]
Sponsored
Popcornopolis Organic Nearly Naked arrives at Costco today
Organic Nearly Naked popcorn by Popcornopolis is now available at Costco stores all across the country, and sells for $5.39 a bag — a steal considering how big the bag is. But wait — from April 19 to May 13, you’ll be able to pick up the same bag for only $3.49. We love popcorn and Popcornopolis […]
cook with ease using Chef’d meal kits
Meal: 20 Cloves Garlic Chicken Cook Time: 45 minute Price: $19.99 (on sale from $24.99) When Chef’d approached me to be one of the very first to try out the new meal kits they’re rolling out at Gelson’s grocery stores, I jumped at the opportunity. While ordering meal kits online is super convenient, it isn’t ideal […]
