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Football and Food-Loving Restaurant
09.09.22
Costa Mesa’s local eatery, Kenwood’s Kitchen & Tap is a must for those looking for a locally-owned family, football, and food-loving restaurant. With indoor + outdoor seating, three large TVs, an indoor bar, and a delicious menu, fans of any team can be sure to catch all of this season's games at this Costa Mesa gem.
From brunch to appetizers such as Loaded Nachos, Chicken Wings, Buffalo Shrimp, and more, a Cowboy Burger comes with a classic grilled burger patty, American cheese, crispy onion rings, dripping in BBQ sauce, and served with french fries, steak cut fries or tater tots. There is something for everyone to enjoy while watching the big game.
With over 12 beers on tap, signature Kenwood’s cocktails, and complete wine lists, happy hour is daily from 3-6 p.m. where guests can find their favorites for half off.
Kenwood’s Kitchen & Tap is located at 1555 Adams Ave #100, Costa Mesa.
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Modus Operandi Cellars Wine Dinner at Bello in Newport Beach
09.07.22
Bello by Sandro Nardone kicks off their wine-tasting dinner series tonight, Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. with Jason Moore of Modus Operandi Cellars in the Napa Valley. This wine dinner will be one of many planned with notable winemakers.
Bello by Sandro Nardone is listed in the Michelin Guide and is the top-ranked Italian restaurant in Orange County by acclaimed food critic Brad Johnson. Bello serves a combination of authentic Italian fare as it’s served by traditional Italian restaurants in Italy as well as modern Italian fare served by Italian Michelin star restaurants.
Here is what Chef Sandro will be serving tonight to be paired with Modus Operandi Cellars wines.
Course 1
Poached then Chilled Bay Scallop, Pineapple "Aguachile", Coconut & Black pepper Cloud
2021 Dalla Gasperina Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Rutherford
Course 2
Wagyu Beef Carpaccio, Italian Koshu, Brined Melon
2020 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
Course 3
Ditali Risotatta, Duck Wing Jus, Parmesano, Coffee Bubbles
2019 Modus Operandi Cellars AntithesiS Red Wine, 97 Points (WA)
Course 4
Elk Sirloin, Charred Farmers Market Peppers, Bone Marrow & Jus Vinaigrette
2019 Farella Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Coombsville, 95+ Points (WA)
Course 5
Savory Beemster Xo Custard, Simmered Blackberry, Pecan Crumble
2018 “Collection” Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, 98 Points (WA)
Tickets are $180 per person including dinner and wine pairings.
To find out about more wine dinners, visit bellobysandronardone.com.
1200 Bison Ave. in Newport Beach. 949.520.7191.
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