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Mesa Announces NEW Executive Chef
05.15.19
Costa Mesa’s innovative restaurant and bar, Mesa, recently acquired a new executive chef! Abad Martinez has always had an affinity for cooking; growing up in in a home where there was always something to be celebrated, he was able to learn about food and make himself comfortable in the kitchen. Throughout his professional years, he has discovered that he enjoys cooking with unfamiliar ingredients and studying uncommon flavor combinations and new cooking techniques.
Most importantly, he believes that consistently learning is key to being a good chef, and looks forward to bringing creative and inventive dishes to the Orange County culinary scene through his executive chef position at Mesa.
The new menu features a variety of dishes, including a bright Hamachi Crudo, savory Corn and Bacon Hush Puppies, Charred Octopus, Ahi Fried Rice, Spinach and Tomato Pizza, beautifully Seared Scallops, a classic NY Steak, along with an assortment of delicious desserts.
725 Baker St, Costa Mesa. 714.557.6700
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The Purest Manuka Honey
05.15.19
Manuka Honey’s popularity has grown in the past year as an essential in wellness, healing with medical grade honey in hospitals, and beauty markets. It can get confusing when you’re choosing which grade and which brand is the best. Turns out many Manuka Honey brands are labeled with terms that aren't verified and are developed in marketing. Terms such as “Bio-Active”, “Active”, “Factor”, or “MGO” with numbers ranging from 5 to 1,000.
I’ve been using Comvita Manuka Honey, a company founded in 1973 that’s been perfecting its beekeeping craft and sourcing Manuka Honey in New Zealand. They have an entirely different rating system that’s done by third-party independent scientists and consumer protection advocates. You can read more about what makes Comvita special here comvita.com/thisisrealmanuka.
I love Comvita’s Manuka Honey to help with allergies, burns, and as a face mask. I also love their Apple Cider Vinegar with Manuka Honey that’s been touted as promoting the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut. It’s also great as a salad dressing.
You can shop online for Comvita at comvita.com.
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