I was never a big fan of The Crosby’s menu, so when it closed I wasn’t too sad about it. However, the restaurant which now occupies that space is a whole new story. Chef Ryan Adams of 370 Common is one of my favorite chefs in Orange County, and when I heard he had taken over, […]
Venezulan delights at Mil Jugos
It’s been at least two years since I last visited Mil Jugos, I know this because they moved a few doors down to a larger space and I had yet to visit. So, when I was going to meet two of my friends for lunch this particular day, one Peruvian and another, raised in Brazil, […]
C4 Deli: Cure for the Common
My friends and I love food. That is a given. I eat out with them a lot, sometimes one on one, sometimes, in a group. Then, I have two girlfriends I get together with from time to time, although lately, we’ve been getting together a lot more than usual, which is always a wonderful thing. […]
Little Sparrow spruces up Santa Ana dining
I’ve been longing to eat at Little Sparrow after hearing all the hype surrounding this place, a new eatery in downtown Santa Ana. We finally made a reservation and came to see what the fuss was all about. Chef Eric Samaniego, formerly of David Myers’ Comma Ça on Melrose in West Hollywood, heads the kitchen…. […]
surprisingly tasty barbecue at Famous Dave’s
I admit, I’m not a big fan of barbecue, and it takes good barbecue for me to like it. One of my favorite places is Phil’s down in San Diego. We visited Famous Dave’s BBQ (where South Coast Winery used to be) recently and I walked in the door filled with skepticism. The place smelled […]
