A couple of weeks ago, I was invited to a preview of the new summer menu at Memphis Cafe in Costa Mesa. I’ve been following Chef Diego Velasco for almost a decade, and through the years, I’ve observed his many incarnations, and I can truly say, right now, Chef Diego is at the best he’s […]
Hawaiian or Argentinean? you be the judge!
It’s been at least six or seven years ago since I was last at The Royal Hawaiian. It had closed for some time, but now, Chef Maro Molteni (of Maro’s Wood Grill fame) has taken over the space, and I was very interested to see what he’s done to the place. In all fairness, I […]
fun, all day dining at TOAST Kitchen & Bakery
It’s been a little while since I was last at TOAST, and it is the first time I’m trying out their lunch/dinner menu. Previously, I had only tried their breakfast menu. Some of the menu items have remained, and some have rotated out. You’ll find this a regular occurrence here as seasons change and the […]
Mexican brunch at Hidalgo’s in Fullerton
Hidalgo’s Cocina & Cócteles in Fullerton has undergone a complete menu revamp. The restaurant recently launched a brunch menu including tacos, and more substantial offerings that are shareable, for the whole family. Start with some tacos… Nopales & Mushroom ($11) are really good, and vegetarian-friendly. The tortillas are filled with cactus, corn salsa, red onions, […]
Verdant + Vernal pop-up — San Clemente
Several months ago, I attended a Verdant +Vernal pop-up at The Cellar in San Clemente. The brainchild of Chef Tony Trujillo, the predominantly vegetarian menu was innovative and creative with bright, in-season produce featured across the board. On Monday, June 24 (cancelled will be rescheduled for July), Verdant + Vernal returns to The Cellar with […]
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