Dining

Signature Culinary Series at Montage Laguna Beach
05.27.14
The Loft at Montage Laguna Beach is offering its don’t miss signature Culinary Series dinners with The Loft’s Chef de Cuisine Casey Overton and visiting winemakers on June 6 and June 18.
On Friday, June 6, Chef Overton invites guests to spend an evening with winemaker Michael Browne to enjoy his signature Loft cuisine paired with the distinctive wines of Kosta Browne Winery. Specializing in intense, balanced Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Kosta Browne will offer wine enthusiasts special pours from the Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast with each of Chef Overton’s unique 5 courses below.
Kosta Browne Winemaker Dinner
Reception starts at 6 p.m. followed by a seated dinner at 7 p.m.
Dungeness Crab Salad
Peas and Roasted Radishes, Shallot Dressing
Kosta Browne Chardonnay, One Sixteen, Russian River Valley 2012
Duck Confit and Sour Cherry Raviolo
Duck Cracklins and Bitter Greens
Kosta Browne Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2010
Cook Pigs Ranch Pork Cheek
Fig Mostarda and Braised Fennel, Morcilla Sauce
Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2009
Luigi Guffanti Salva Cremasco
Pickled Mushrooms and Garlic Chips, Black Pepper Toast
Kosta Browne Pinot Noir, 4 Barrel, California 2008
Venezuelan Dark Chocolate Opera Torte
Almond Milk Ice Cream, Apricot Purée
$175 per person plus tax and gratuity.
To make reservations, call 949.715.6420. Advance reservations are required. Space is limited.
On Wednesday, June 18th, join an exclusive opportunity to taste some of the legendary wines of Allegra Antinori’s family’s estate. Classic wines will be paired with an inspired menu created by Chef Casey Overton specifically for this event. The Antinori family’s legacy of world class wines began in 1385, and has been family run for over six centuries. Chef Overton’s menu, below, harmonizes with the wines from Antinori’s Italian holdings.
Antinori Wine Dinner
Welcome reception begins at 6 p.m. followed by a seated dinner at 7 p.m.
Maine Scallop Tartare
Grilled Jalapeño and Honeydew Consommé
Antinori, Cervaro della Sala, Umbria, Italy 2011
Rotisserie Guinea Hen
Potato Dumplings and Melted Root Vegetables, Rosemary Ash
Antinori, Tignanello, Tuscany, Italy 2011
Whole Roasted Angus Tenderloin-
Succotash Stuffed Tomato and Braised Leeks, Bone Marrow Reduction
Antinori, Guado al Tasso, Tuscany, Italy 2010
Lemongrass Pot de Crème
Lavender Honey, Mace Shortcake
Antinori, Muffato della Sala, Umbria, Italy
$145 per person plus tax and gratuity.
To make reservations, call 949.715.6420. Advance reservations are required. Space is limited.
Montage Laguna Beach is at 30801 S. Coast Hwy, in Laguna Beach.
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Lululemon and The 12 team up
05.23.14
Experience a workout to remember with music, food and prizes at South Coast Plaza! Lululemon has partnered with OC’s premier fitness facility, The 12, to host the largest workout ever to take place at South Coast Plaza on Saturday from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Bridge of Gardens. 150-200 attendees will be able to workout with the dynamic trainers from The 12, whose flagship facility is located in Irvine.
Guests will enjoy music from DJ Trust who will be spinning LIVE during the class, while Nektar Juice Bar and Quest Nutrition provide refreshments. Space is limited. Call 714.662.2732 or walk-in to Lululemon South Coast Plaza to register for the class.
Learn more about The 12 by visiting www.The12.com
South Coast Plaza is at 3333 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa.
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