Charlie Palmer’s has always been known for its sexy cocktails and the flow of OC’s beautiful people through its doors. I’ve been to lunch and dinner several times, but I like the lounge area the best. The restaurant has recently introduced some new small plates and cocktails on the lounge menu, perfect to share with […]
delightful San Diego eatery Davanti Enoteca
Back in southern California and The Hungry Dogg and I met some friends for dinner in San Diego, Davanti Enoteca in little Italy, a nice restaurant with a lovely back patio for dining al fresco. We arrived with 45 minutes left on happy hour. I was thrilled! The items we were told are the same […]
summer brunches at Paul Martin’s
Paul Martin’s American Grill has launched a summer weekend brunch menu which will run until September 2nd. Every Saturday and Sunday, between 11am and 2pm, a 2-course brunch menu is offered for $19 which includes freshly baked bread, fresh fruit bowl, a cocktail of your choice and an entree. We started with a few cocktails. […]
LUCCA Cafe launches delicious Happy Hour menu
I always forget LUCCA Cafe is just down the road from me, but the launch of its happy hour menu is now embedded on my brain, especially when I’m craving some delicious small bites along with a glass or two of the great wines they have on offer. The menu is extensive and the small […]
>6ix Park Grill — a secret no more
>Living in Asia, it was customary to go to a restaurant inside a hotel when one wants good food. Since moving here, I’ve realized that there really isn’t a hotel restaurant culture, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t any good restaurants within an ordinarily unassuming hotel in your area The Hyatt hotel group has […]