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Christmas Dining at OC’s Premium Culinary Destination, Top of the V at The Viv

By Greer Wylder

December 07, 2022

Top of the V, located at the newly rebranded The Viv Anaheim, is an experience that immerses guests in the cuisine of the Basque Country of Spain. With impressive views of the city, this swanky rooftop restaurant and bar invites guests to enjoy our beautiful SoCal weather while exploring the Chef Tasting menu and Exhibition Kitchen. Located on the 12th floor of The Viv Hotel Anaheim, lounge by the elevated rooftop pool or sit by the firepits and outdoor VIP lounges while watching the nightly Disneyland firework show. Chef Edgar Beas takes inspiration from his experience cooking Basque cuisine to create…

Paragon Holiday Grilled Cheese Pop-Up + The Return of Breakfast Sandwiches

By Greer Wylder

December 07, 2022

The recently-opened Paragon at SOCO celebrates the season with a cozy, upscale dinner pop-up celebrating delicious takes on the Grilled Cheese Sandwich. These Holiday Grilled Cheese Dinners will take place 5-10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday through Friday, Dec. 23. “We wanted to take something that most everybody loves–the Grilled Cheese Sandwich–and put the Paragon spin on it, a few times over,” Executive Chef Dean Isom said. “ I’ve created two soups for the pop-up, too. Grilled cheese and soup when it’s cold out is the paragon of comforting food to me, and in many ways, that’s really what we’re…

Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks: Candy Cane Shake

By Greer Wylder

December 06, 2022

Deck the halls with Island’s seasonal sweet treat. The fine burgers and drinks restaurant is offering its Candy Cane Shake ($6.50) until the end of the year for all to enjoy. Blended with Oreo chunks and crushed peppermint, milkshake lovers are sure to experience a perfect balance between sweet and minty flavors in a creamy shake – excellent to wrap up a hearty meal. Islands offers delivery and pickup, walk-ins, and reservations by calling your nearest location.

Cafe Gratitude: Holiday Specials

By Greer Wylder

December 05, 2022

For those special Christmas celebrations with family and friends this year, take the stress out of cooking and pre-order Cafe Gratitude’s plant-based, flavor-forward Holiday Pies & Sides. Starting Friday, December 9, orders may be placed through the Cafe Gratitude website and the last day to order is Tuesday, December 20th. Holiday Pies & Sides can be picked up at any Café Gratitude location on Friday, Dec. 23 from 1 p.m. -9 p.m., and don’t forget that guests have the option of buying a $100 Café Gratitude gift card online or in-store to receive a $25 bonus card! For Pies & Sides: Specials include: French…

The Kebab Shop: Holiday Gift Cards

By Greer Wylder

December 04, 2022

This holiday season, there is no place like The Kebab Shop. With 4 locations throughout Orange County, this award-winning, ‘Mediterranean For All’, fast-casual restaurant makes for the perfect place for a festive feast. If managing busy schedules proves to be too difficult, give loved ones the gift of a quality meal with a philanthropic plus up - The Kebab Shop will be giving 10% of all eGift Card sales to Feeding America through 12/31. Just enter promo code “Charity” when ordering an eGift Card over $20 at TheKebabShop.com, and an eGift Card will be generated to work for online and in-store dining at all locations.