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Studio Mediterranean Debuts at Montage Laguna Beach with Reimagined Coastal Dining Experience

By Greer Wylder

July 12, 2025

Studio, the signature restaurant at Montage Laguna Beach, has reopened as Studio Mediterranean—offering a fresh culinary and design identity inspired by the purity of Mediterranean ingredients and California’s coastal bounty.Perched cliffside with panoramic views of the Pacific, Studio Mediterranean blends the elegance of fine dining with the relaxed spirit of the seaside. The seasonal menu highlights responsibly sourced seafood from Greece, Spain, Italy and the California coast, along with fresh produce from regional farms such as The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano and Sam Cobb Date Farm in Desert Hot Springs.Leading the kitchen is Executive Chef Dennis Efthymiou, a…

Bardega to Open in Laguna Hills with Bodega-Style Market and Custom Cocktails

By Greer Wylder

July 07, 2025

Bardega, a new neighborhood bar and market, is set to open in Laguna Hills in late summer 2025. The concept, created by longtime friends and local entrepreneurs Cory Danger and Matt Sharp, blends a laid-back lounge with a chef-driven kitchen, bottle shop, and bodega-style market.Guests can expect a customizable cocktail experience featuring non-alcoholic, low-ABV, and full-spirit options, alongside local beer and standout wines. Bardega’s menu will highlight elevated comfort food with modern twists, available for dine-in or takeaway.Cory Danger, known for co-producing MUSINK and founding Golden Crown Barber Shop, and Matt Sharp, a hospitality consultant and owner of multiple beverage-focused…

Sip Into Summer at The District Tustin’s Cocktail Tour

By Greer Wylder

June 30, 2025

OC Foodies and The District Tustin are excited to host the Summer Cocktail Tour where you can indulge in your favorite summer-inspired cocktails, mocktails, food & dessert pairings.It's easy, visit SummerCocktailTour.com to explore the participating restaurants and view their menus. No reservations are needed, and you can enjoy at your leisure during the month of July. Participating Restaurants:AMC/MacGuffins BarBar LouieCasa Del SolCurry Pizza HouseLucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-QueLuna Rossa RistorantePrego RestaurantRed Robin Gourmet BurgersThe Winery RestaurantThe Yellow ChilliDon't miss out! Grab your friends and head to The District to treat yourself to an experience that's truly unique!2437 Park Avenue in Tustin.

Luciana’s Ristorante in Dana Point Wins 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

By Greer Wylder

June 27, 2025

Luciana’s Ristorante in Dana Point has once again earned Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for 2025, a prestigious honor recognizing the world’s top restaurants for wine.The award celebrates Luciana’s commitment to pairing its elevated Italian cuisine with an exceptional, 300-bottle wine list that spans over 10 countries. Curated to complement the menu’s Northern Italian flavors—with modern touches by Michelin-trained Executive Chef Luis Sandoval—the list includes selections from esteemed producers and regions rarely found in local shops or everyday settings.Presented annually by Wine Spectator, the Award of Excellence highlights restaurants with thoughtfully curated programs featuring at least 90 wines that align…

RELISH Food, Wine and Spirits Experience Debuts in Newport Beach June 27-29

By Greer Wylder

June 17, 2025

The wait is almost over. RELISH, the premier food, wine and spirits experience created by celebrity chef Jamie Gwen and celebrity event planner Nicole Hirsty, makes its grand debut Friday, June 27, through Sunday, June 29, at VEA Newport Beach Resort & Spa.The luxurious weekend brings together world-class chefs, master mixologists, and award-winning winemakers for an unforgettable celebration of culinary artistry.RELISH opens Friday evening with a cocktail party featuring gourmet hors d’oeuvres, craft cocktails, and fine wines. The evening continues with an exclusive private dinner with chef Scott Conant, highlighting his renowned Italian cuisine and perfectly paired wines.Saturday’s Master Classes…