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Elevate Your Thanksgiving: Let Local Experts Craft Your Holiday Feast

By Greer Wylder

November 13, 2023

This Thanksgiving, let the experts handle the cooking. Top local restaurants are crafting special menus to elevate your Thanksgiving experience.Thanksgiving Day at Mayor’s TableThursday, November 23, 1 p.m.- 8 p.m.Enjoy Thanksgiving Day at Mayor’s Table, in the heart of Newport Beach. Patrons can soak in a stress-free Thanksgiving Day with those they love and enjoy an incredible meal prepared by Chef-Partner Riley Huddleston that blends traditional Thanksgiving fare with his signature new-American techniques. The meal begins with soul-warming appetizers including, “Not Your Grandma’s Ambrosia” with farmer’s cheese, autumn squash, and pomegranate; and a Persimmon Dream, featuring seasonal persimmons three ways,…

Gobble Up Thanksgiving Catering Offerings from Holé Smokes

By Greer Wylder

November 13, 2023

Costa Mesa's freshest Texan barbecue sensation, Holé Smokes, has your Thanksgiving meal covered! Whether it's Smoked Turkey or Brisket you're craving, Holé Smokes is offering convenient ready-to-heat packages, smoked meats by the pound, a tempting selection of individual sides, and delectable desserts to create the ultimate Thanksgiving feast.You can secure your order by pre-ordering until the upcoming Friday, November 17th. The menu choices are as follows:Smoke'n Turkey Packages, suitable for 6-8 people ($275) or 12-14 people ($375). These packages include a whole smoked turkey, complete with stuffing, and all six of Hole Smokes' delectable Thanksgiving sides.A La Carte Sides, featuring…

Grand Opening of Nirvana Kitchen + Pantry

By Greer Wylder

November 13, 2023

On Thursday, November 16th at 5:30 pm, you're invited to join the Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce for a special ribbon-cutting event marking the rebranding of Nirvana Grille into Nirvana Kitchen + Pantry, accompanied by a launch celebration."After 15 years, we are evolving Nirvana Grille into a more accessible concept called Nirvana Kitchen + Pantry. We will focus on Conscious Food Served Casually," explains Chef Lindsay Smith, a Laguna native and the Executive Chef and owner. "With a more deliberate emphasis on sourcing ingredients, crafting craveable dishes with a health-driven approach, and the exciting inclusion of my custom-made woodwork created…

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Wine Cave Dinner Series

By Greer Wylder

November 10, 2023

Experience an exclusive showcase of California wineries in the enchanting Wine Cave at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach. Your evening begins with delectable small bites on the terrace, setting the stage for an elegant presentation of culinary and winemaking innovation inside the Wine Cave. Embark on a delightful journey through four courses of expertly crafted dishes, each thoughtfully paired by their featured winemaker.Join upcoming events:Thursday, November 21st at 5:30 pm – Featuring Cakebread CellarsThursday, December 21st at 5:30 pm – Showcasing Aperture CellarsThe evening unfolds with a 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time welcome reception, offering a complimentary beverage and passed hors d'oeuvres.…

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Las Brisas Laguna Beach

By Greer Wylder

November 08, 2023

As Thanksgiving approaches, Las Brisas, the renowned cliffside restaurant offering stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the Laguna Beach coastline, has prepared an exclusive Thanksgiving feast for Thursday, November 23rd.The day's schedule at Las Brisas is as follows:Morning Brunch (8 a.m. - 11 a.m.): Guests can savor Las Brisas' celebrated weekend brunch menu during the early hours.Thanksgiving Feast (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.): The main event features a delectable 3-course prix fixe menu priced at $125 per person. Here are the highlights:To Start: Kick off your meal with a tantalizing Corn Mousse Tostadita, garnished with celery, cilantro, and red…