The Dose

Valentine’s Day Dining at South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
February 11, 2021

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. South Coast Plaza’s collection of fine restaurants offer both outdoor dining and takeout for the holiday weekend. Here are some of the tempting menus created in the name of love! OUTDOOR DINING ONLY TERRACE BY MIX MIX & HAMAMORI VALENTINE’S DINNER -- Once again chef-pals Ross Pangilinan and James Hamamori collaborate on a six-course fusion dinner for two served on the lush, covered terrace off the Bridge of Gardens. Hamamori will create a signature appetizer, followed by pristine sashimi.  Guests will also experience James’ distinctive nigiri sushi. TERRACE by Mix Mix will contribute a pasta…

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Romantic Escape to Montage Laguna Beach

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By Greer Wylder
February 10, 2021

Celebrate Montage Laguna Beach’s re-opening with a much-needed romantic escape for Valentine’s Day. Throughout the month of February, the hotel is offering a Romantic Getaway package, complete with accommodations in an oceanfront guestroom, evening amenity of sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries, rose petal turndown, $100 dining credit for dinner or breakfast in bed, and complimentary upgrade at check-in (based on availability). On Valentine’s Day, couples will be able to enjoy a romantic dinner for two at The Loft ($95/pp). With the sparkling Pacific Ocean as the backdrop, guests can enjoy a 4-course prix-fixe dinner featuring dishes such as Roasted Baby Beet Aigre-Doux with Pickled Mustard…

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Dine Your Heart Out at Cafe Sevilla

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By Greer Wylder
February 09, 2021

Let Cafe Sevilla set the mood for romance this Valentine's Day weekend, Friday, February 12 through Monday, February 15, while you dine your heart out with their "Lovers in Spain" menu. Cafe Sevilla's "Lovers in Spain" menu includes romantic classics with a Spanish twist including a bottle of Poema Cava Brut Sparkling Spanish Wine to share; chorizo Basque stew with crumbled Spanish chorizo, baby kale and chickpeas in a savory broth; lobster paella featuring two cold water lobster tails atop our classic Paella Valenciana, made with mussels, clams, calamari, shrimp, chicken and grilled sausages on a bed of saffron infused bomba rice; and almond tarta de cupid with fresh berry coulis…

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The Ultimate Valentine’s Dining in OC

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By Greer Wylder
February 08, 2021

Still making plans for a romantic night in or out for Valentine’s Day? Some of Orange County’s top eateries are going all out to make it a memorable and delicious occasion. Knife Pleat — at South Coast Plaza Michelin-starred Chef Tony Esnault is offering a special Valentine's Menu Friday, February 12th through Sunday, February 14th for dine-in service on the restaurant’s outdoor patio, as well as a to-go option that guests may enjoy at home. The meal begins with an Amuse Bouche of Cured Kampachi, Cape Grim Beef and Vichissoise Spherification, followed by a Maine Lobster Salad with Farmers Market Citrus and a Forest Mushroom…

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The District at Tustin Legacy Celebrates the Lunar New Year

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By Greer Wylder
February 05, 2021

The District at Tustin Legacy will kick off the Year of the Ox with lucky red envelopes, culinary delights and festive photo backdrops. Several restaurants and shops will be offering exclusive Lunar New Year specials: J.Zhou, the critically-acclaimed dim sum and seafood restaurant, has re-opened for patio dining and takeout and will be featuring several Lunar New Year dishes, including a lavish hot pot dish called Pen Cai, with a variety of seafood and meats, including prawn, abalone and sea cucumber. During the Lunar New Year, eating dumplings is also considered auspicious, along with noodles for longevity, both of which…

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