We came to visit the new Okura Robata & Sushi restaurant which took over the Katsuya location in Laguna Beach. I was never a fan of Katsuya so I was curious about this new place. The restaurant’s received a slight face-lift from before but still maintains a lounge-y feel in the bar area. The restaurant’s chic […]
Chef Alessandro never fails to impress
Last week, a bunch of us media folk were invited to taste some of the new spring menu item offerings at Mare Culinary Lounge created by Chef Alessandro Pirozzi. I first encountered Chef Pirozzi’s cuisine at Cucina Alessa and was blown away by his delicious yet simple fare. I’ve never been super fond of eating […]
leisurely lunch at Sapphire Laguna
One of the most relaxing places to have lunch is on the patio at Sapphire Laguna. On a clear day, the view of the ocean is soothing and a breath of fresh air compared to sitting inside staring at walls. My friend Selene and I came for a leisurely lunch and found some new menus […]
Starfish won me over with soup … and more
I’ve never been a fan of Asian fusion, but something happened this year. I found myself surprised by some non-traditional Asian cuisine and even liking some of the westernized food on offer. Starfish Laguna is one of those places. I recently visited again and was drawn to the Hot and Sour Soup ($5), filled with organic […]
casual healthy breakfasts at Zinc Cafe
When I came to breakfast with some friends recently, I didn’t even realize that it was a vegetarian place until after we had ordered. This little Laguna Beach cafe is quaint and the outdoor seating is comfortable, casual and perfect for a leisurely bite whether you’re alone or not. We ordered at the counter and […]
