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Cucina Enoteca remains a solid choice in OC dining

December 11, 2017 Mad Hungry Woman 2 Comments

It’s been quite some time since I last visited Cucina Enoteca, but when out of town guests are wanting Italian somewhere near Irvine Spectrum, it’s a no-brainer that we end up here. We are here over Thanksgiving weekend and it is surprisingly quiet, which is an absolute delight, given how much I dread going to […]

Food, Orange County Irvine, Italian, Orange County

TRADE Food Hall — Irvine

May 12, 2017 Mad Hungry Woman 2 Comments

The latest in modern food hall concepts — TRADE — will celebrate its grand opening tomorrow (Saturday, May 13, 2017). The open air hall houses nine businesses, with representation across a variety of cuisines, all under one roof. Butterleaf – a vegetarian concept by Chef Andrew Gruel of Slapfish fame promises to bring excitement to […]

Food, Orange County food hall, Irvine, Orange County

Burger Parlor partners with Gringo Bandito

April 28, 2017 Mad Hungry Woman 2 Comments

I am at Burger Parlor checking out the new Gringo Bandito Tostada Burger, a collaboration between one of my favorite hot sauce companies (founded by The Offspring frontman, Dexter Holland), and Chef Joseph Mahon’s restaurant. While we are here, we take the opportunity to try some other menu options at Burger Lounge. We are at […]

Food, Orange County burgers, milkshakes, Orange, Orange County

newcomer Meizhou Dongpo elevates Chinese dining in Irvine

March 20, 2017 Mad Hungry Woman Leave a Comment

Meizhou Dongpo, a 150-large restaurant conglomerate in China made its way onto the LA dining scene several years ago. Now, it has opened its first location in Orange County, taking over the old Marie Callender space in Irvine’s Culver Plaza. Its name is derived from 10th century poet Su Dongpo, and the city he is […]

Food, Orange County food, Irvine, Orange County, Sichuan, Szechuan

Big Fish Tavern + giveaway

February 21, 2017 Mad Hungry Woman 11 Comments

The last time I was at this place was about five years ago when it was still House of Big Fish & Ice Cold Beer. Although the space looks pretty similar to what I remember, the restaurant is now Big Fish Tavern, with new ownership, and a menu overhaul. We are in Laguna Beach on […]

Food, Orange County beer, Laguna Beach, Orange County, seafood

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This blog is a journal of mostly my eating adventures, but also, other things I'm passionate about, including travel, the arts, and also, necessities to complete my life. Centered predominantly in and around Orange County, CA, some will extend to Los Angeles, San Diego and beyond. I am constantly searching for delicious food to eat and fun things to do, nothing is out of bounds. Sometimes it doesn't end well, but I can definitely say, it will always be an interesting journey.

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