Blog
Celebrate Your Love at Luciana’s Ristorante
02.11.24
Celebrate the essence of romance and amore with an enchanting Valentine's Day dinner at Luciana’s Ristorante in Dana Point on February 14th. Beginning at 5 p.m., indulge in an evening of love amidst Luciana’s intimate ambiance, where you'll be treated to an exquisite four-course prix fixe dinner showcasing timeless Italian cuisine and a prestigious wine selection recently lauded by Wine Spectator.
Priced at $85 per person (tax and gratuity excluded), the Valentine’s Day menu at Luciana’s promises a culinary journey filled with delights. Begin your dining experience with a Crostini Flight, followed by a choice between Insalata di Barbabietole (featuring red and yellow beets, baby mixed greens, balsamic reduction, and whipped honey goat cheese) or Zuppa di Aragosta (enhanced with a touch of crème fraiche and lobster).
For the main course, savor an array of tempting options including Filetto di Manzo (grilled filet mignon with Italian porcini sauce, served alongside broccolini and Luciana’s renowned butter beans), Ossobuco di Maiale (braised pork shank atop creamy polenta), Pollo alla Cacciatore (chicken braised and baked with peppers, onions, and Italian herbs), Ravioli di Aragosta (homemade lobster ravioli with creme fraiche), Frutti di Mare Tagliolini Neri (squid ink pasta with shrimp, scallops, and crab in a saffron cream sauce), or Salmone en Papillote (parchment-cooked salmon with lemon, Italian herbs, and drizzled olive oil).
Conclude your romantic feast with a choice of delectable desserts, including Torta di Formaggio (white chocolate cheesecake topped with mixed berries in rum sauce), Cioccolato di Luciana (double chocolate flourless cake with vanilla gelato and berry puree), or Spumoni Bomba (strawberry, pistachio, and chocolate gelato coated with chocolate and drizzled with white chocolate and raspberry sauce).
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, Luciana’s is run by second-generation restaurateur Jorge Luhan II. Luciana’s Ristorante is located at 24312 Del Prado Ave., off E. Pacific Coast Hwy. in the historic Lantern District in Dana Point. Reservations can be made at lucianas.com or (949) 661-6500.
Blog
Valentine’s Day at Press & Moka, Irvine
02.09.24
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Press & Moka in Irvine Press and Moka Coffeehouse offers an ideal setting for a Valentine's Day outing, whether you're a new couple, a busy pair, or enjoying a galentine's meet-up! This charming European-style coffee shop exudes an air of romance, serving specialty coffees featuring beans from Caffè Vergnano, Italy's oldest roastery established in 1882.
Additionally, you can savor delectable European treats with imported meats and cheeses. Combining the essence of coffee with a touch of fine dining, Press and Moka is proudly owned and operated by the Ghoukassian family, known for their renowned establishments, Bistango and Bayside. The inspiration for this cozy spot comes from the romantic seaside where Marc Ghoukassian spent his youth in the Southeast of France, near Italy. Choose a perfectly situated outdoor seat or secure a cozy corner spot indoors to observe the world passing by as you celebrate love and togetherness.
8881 Von Karman Ave Suite 175 in Irvine. (949) 852-8222
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 10.07.25 – Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill Reopens Reimagined Anaheim Hills Flagship
- 10.07.25 – Moonlit Magic to Shine at 2025 Wish Gala
- 10.05.25 – Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert at Musco Center
- 10.04.25 – Puesto Celebrates National Taco Day with Golden Ticket Giveaway
- 10.02.25 – Musco Presents Complexions Contemporary Ballet
- 10.02.25 – Newport Beach Becomes Global Beach Volleyball Capital Oct. 7–12
- 10.01.25 – Laguna Cliffs Hosts Harvest Moon Sound Bath
- 09.29.25 – Pumpkin Palooza Returns to Discovery Cube OC This October
- 09.29.25 – Zov’s Debuts New Brunch Menu Inspired by Family Traditions
- 09.26.25 – Segerstrom Center Expands Feel Good, Do Good Donation Drives
- 09.25.25 – GLOW Coalition Hosts First Fundraiser for Save Newport Nature
- 09.24.25 – Ilissa Michele Jewelry: Purpose-Driven, Handmade, and One-of-a-Kind
- 09.21.25 – Your Business. Our Audience.
- 09.19.25 – Irvine Barclay Theatre Celebrates 35th Season With Free Block Party
- 09.16.25 – Seconds at PCH Food Week Returns to 2ND & PCH
- 09.13.25 – Pasta Sisters Marks 10 Years With $8 Pasta Day
- 09.12.25 – Wrap Up by Valerie Perez Unveils Luxe Robe Collection for Fall
- 09.11.25 – Sgt. Pepperoni’s Partners With CHOC for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
- 09.11.25 – Concert Shines Light on Mental Health
- 09.10.25 – Bruxie Introduces Dubai Chocolate Shake
More Daily Doses
- 10.08.25 – Newport Beach Film Festival Announces 2025 Honors
- 10.08.25 – Chiang Rai Thai in Tustin Serves Up Michelin-Recognized Northern Thai Cuisine
- 10.08.25 – Chili Chutney Brings Authentic Afghan Cuisine to Lake Forest
- 10.08.25 – Santa Maria Novella Brings Centuries of Craft to South Coast Plaza
- 10.08.25 – California Wine Festival Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 17 - 18
- 10.05.25 – Fashion Meets Film: StyleWeekOC Returns to Fashion Island October 15–19
- 09.29.25 – Pacific Airshow Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 3-5
- 09.26.25 – Mastro’s Brings Its Iconic Dining Experience to Irvine Spectrum
- 09.25.25 – San Francisco Ballet’s Frankenstein Comes to Segerstrom Center
- 09.19.25 – 26th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival Announces 2025 Lineup
- 09.16.25 – Tastemakers of Orange County Returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts
- 09.16.25 – Pacific Wine & Food Classic Returns September 20
- 09.15.25 – The Market Place Opening Celebration
- 09.12.25 – Segerstrom Center Welcomes Yearlong Karon Davis Installation
- 09.08.25 – Pacific Symphony Opens 47th Season with Rachmaninoff and Sibelius
- 09.08.25 – Roger’s Gardens Celebrates 50 Years with Halloween Boutique, Midnight Market
- 08.24.25 – An Evening at The Lido Theater to Benefit the John Wayne Cancer Foundation
- 08.20.25 – Seafolly Opens First U.S. Flagship in Corona del Mar
- 08.16.25 – Stone Groove Stillhouse Brings World’s First Audio Distillery to Anaheim
- 08.14.25 – Harvest Restaurant Showcases Seasonal California Cuisine
