I don’t often visit Balboa Bay Resort even though it’s only a short drive away. I hear about A&O Kitchen + Bar from several people, and decide it’s time to pay them a visit. A&O stands for Anchors and Oceans — if you didn’t already know — and the nautical moniker fits perfectly with the view […]
TAPS Irvine debuts with a big bang
I’ve waited a long time for TAPS to open closer to me. I’ve been to the Brea location many times, but only for brunch. I’ve never ordered off the a la carte menu there, so have nothing to go by except the stellar Sunday brunch they serve. TAPS Irvine opens today in the old Bucca […]
The Crooked Duck — Long Beach
The Crooked Duck’s moniker derives from a legend owner Joseph (Joey) Rooney’s uncle told to him as a child. While at the family’s summer house on Island Lake in Illinois, his uncle relays a story about a man who was water-skiing on the lake and accidentally hit a duck. Witnesses were horrified by this incident and as they […]
fast-casual El Amerikano offers full-service quality
I have been hearing a bunch of mixed reviews from people regarding El Amerikano. It takes me a while to visit because I don’t get to Fullerton much, but I am able to drop in for lunch recently with some friends and am glad I am finally able to weigh in on this discussion. The restaurant is tucked […]
an evening spent at Vine in San Clemente
It’s been quite some time since I last posted anything about Vine Restaurant & Bar in San Clemente. Depending on your mood, you may choose to sit in the casual bar area, or, the secluded, more “formal” dining room. On this occasion, we are seated at the bar where we are able to watch everything in motion […]
