I’ve always felt Rancho Santa Margarita is too far to go for a meal, but ever since The Blind Pig opened, I’ve found myself rather eager to make that drive to eat there. The restaurant has a view of the lake and it is so pleasant to sit outside on the patio just relaxing and enjoying […]
Charlie Palmer’s new small plates and cocktails
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 […]
discovering the new Landmark Corona del Mar
I’d never been to the old Landmark Steakhouse so when I received an invitation to try the menu at the newly re-launched Landmark, I was intrigued. The restaurant is modern, but comfortable with chic dining rooms and a more casual, and colorful patio area for dining al fresco. They weren’t kidding when they said we’d […]
First Avenue Bar & Grille is a gem revealed
San Diego is fast becoming quite a place for food gems. Who would’ve thought that inside a chic boutique hotel called The Bristol lies a restaurant worthy of great praise for its menu and service. The restaurant also provides in-room dining if hotel guests choose not to come downstairs. I personally loved the comfortable interior […]
The Ranch doesn’t kid around when they say farm-to-table
In my 20+ years as a food writer/critic, I’ve been invited to a myriad of events, meals, experiences on different continents even. Some I wish to forget, but others, will remain etched on my memory for years to come. This is one of them. But I must warn you, this review is long, but deemed […]
