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Celebrate Santa Ana’s Vibrant Culinary Scene During Orange County Restaurant Week

By Greer Wylder

February 27, 2024

Orange County Restaurant Week is back from Sunday, March 3 to Saturday, March 9, shining a spotlight on 16 fantastic restaurants in Santa Ana. Everyone across the county is encouraged to venture into Santa Ana, known for its rich history, vibrant public art, and engaging museums, all while savoring the distinctive menus and inventive cocktails of its local dining spots. Throughout OC Restaurant Week, diners can enjoy Prix-Fixe Menus priced between $15 and $25 for lunch, and $25 to $45 for dinner, conveniently accessible online at OCRestaurantWeek.com.Among the participating Santa Ana restaurants for OC Restaurant Week 2024 are:Avila’s El RanchitoBenchmarkCasa RamosChapter…

What’s New at James Beard Award-Nominated Pitfire Pizza in Orange

By Greer Wylder

February 26, 2024

Pitfire Pizza, a James Beard award-nominated LA hotspot, launches its seasonal Winter Menu at the Orange, featuring free Kids Pizza Making Classes, a Late Night Happy Hour, and Weekday Lunch Menu specials. Originating in North Hollywood in 1997, Pitfire Pizza has become an iconic establishment, with its flagship restaurant still thriving in the NoHo community. Pitfire Pizza Orange, which opened in Summer 2023, is conveniently located near the Honda Center and Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Known for its high-quality ingredients, the menu offers pizza parlor classics alongside seasonal favorites, including 12 pizzas made on a unique two-day fermented sourdough crust.The Winter…

Orange County’s Culinary Showcase: Restaurant Week

By Greer Wylder

February 26, 2024

Orange County's most anticipated culinary celebration, Restaurant Week, returns from Sunday, March 3 to Saturday, March 9. For more than 15 years, this event pays homage to the vibrant local food scene, with over 175 eateries offering inventive dishes and signature cocktails. The week showcases Orange County's eclectic dining scene through a selection of Prix-Fixe Menus, with lunch options ranging from $15 to $25 and dinner options from $25 to $45, alongside romantic Date Night specials and opulent Luxe Menus priced between $60 and $120 for a lavish dining experience. Wine enthusiasts can tailor their own Wine Lovers Week with recommendations from…

Leap Year Deals: Exclusive Savings at California Hotels

By Greer Wylder

February 26, 2024

Every leap year adds an extra day to February, and this month's bonus day brings additional savings at hotels across California to celebrate Leap Year. Enjoy deals ranging from 29% off standard rates and $29 pool passes to $29 discounts on stays after February 29th, offering a wealth of exciting savings opportunities for travelers during the Leap Year.The Steward: Leap Year SpecialNestled in Santa Barbara, California, The Steward is an exclusive all-suite retreat, perfectly placed between the ocean and mountains on the scenic central coast. This boutique hotel sprawls across nearly five acres of lush gardens, offering 87 suites that…

Puesto Launches ‘Plates’: A New Twist on Mexico City Flavors

By Greer Wylder

February 26, 2024

Expanding its acclaimed menu of contemporary Mexico City cuisine, Puesto Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar now proudly presents a new category, "Plates," across all its venues. These Plates are available for both Lunch and Dinner, designed as entree selections that patrons can savor either before or with Puesto's celebrated tacos.Each Plate is accompanied by handcrafted, organic, non-GMO blue corn tortillas, seasoned with herb-lime rice, and accompanied by classic black beans. At present, Puesto is excited to offer three distinctive Plate options, each meticulously crafted to emphasize both taste and harmony:Short Rib Birria (GF): Featuring succulent short rib paired with radish,…