My first encounter with Snooze an AM Eatery was years ago in San Diego. We waited an hour for our table, and after a lackluster experience, I left feeling underwhelmed and unsatisfied, especially after the long wait. Therefore, when Snooze opens up in Tustin, I’m a little hesitant to visit right away. My cousin, who […]
Moulin opens in Laguna Beach
Moulin Laguna Beach opened its doors yesterday in the old Scandia Bakery location. A handful of people were already waiting before the cafe opened at 6am. The Laguna location is smaller than its Newport Beach sibling, but still oozing a ton of French charm and character. Laguna diners can now indulge in those Croque Monsieur, […]
Byzantine Mezze class by Spice & Tulips
I attended a cooking class at The Hood Kitchen yesterday held by Tarkan Kardaslar and his wife Marissa of Spice & Tulips. Their shop at Union Market at The District in Tustin is a cornucopia of delights, with the best spices you’ll ever encounter. I love hanging out with Tarkan and Marissa. Tarkan is extremely passionate […]
Miss Ella — a culinary icon of New Orleans and beyond
In the 1990s, I was a food writer/critic living in Hong Kong, wide eyed and soaking in every bit of information I picked up from every chef local and international, that happened to cross my path. My first experience with Commander’s Palace was when a guest chef stopped by the Sheraton Hotel in Tsim Sha […]
El Mercado Modern Cuisine opens in Santa Ana
Over the weekend, Chef Daniel Godinez’s long awaited El Mercado opened in downtown Santa Ana two doors down from Yost Theater. There is a little social media buzz, but mostly, a quiet opening. Friends in the know convene to check out the trendy spot serving Mexican regional cuisine focusing on tapas-style shared plates. The bar program is […]
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