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HAVEN Honors Taco Asylum with New Taco Tuesday Menu

By Greer Wylder

November 24, 2025

HAVEN craft kitchen+bar has introduced a new Taco Tuesday menu featuring inventive, globally inspired tacos that celebrate a beloved Orange County favorite from more than a decade ago, Taco Asylum.Taco Asylum opened in 2011 as the sister restaurant to HAVEN and quickly gained a loyal following for its non-traditional, gourmet tacos influenced by flavors from around the world. Known for creative ingredients, house-made sauces, sustainable meats and seafood, and support of local farms and vendors, the restaurant made its mark before changing ownership and later closing. It left a noticeable gap in Orange County’s dining scene.HAVEN is bringing that spirit back…

Festive Holiday Dining at Paseo, Céntrico and Naples in the Downtown Disney District

By Greer Wylder

November 24, 2025

Patina Group is bringing holiday cheer to its celebrated dining destinations at the Downtown Disney District in Anaheim. Guests can enjoy seasonal menus, festive cocktails and special culinary experiences at three standout locations: Paseo, Céntrico and Naples Ristorante e Bar.At Paseo, Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán presents vibrant Mexican cuisine rooted in heritage and elevated with modern technique. Next door, Céntrico offers an energetic open-air bar and cantina with handcrafted cocktails and authentic dishes created by Chef Gaytán. Naples Ristorante e Bar features the best of Italian dining with classic Neapolitan pizza, handmade pastas and fresh, seasonal salads.Paseo’s Cocina Navideña: A…

QUA Brings Contemporary Chinese Cuisine to Fountain Valley

By Greer Wylder

November 23, 2025

Kei Concepts has opened its newest concept, QUA Contemporary Chinese Cuisine, in Fountain Valley. This distinctive restaurant stands apart in the Kei Concepts family. Chef and founder Viet Nguyen created QUA as a tribute to family, memory and the flavors that shaped his life.“For years, I created what people asked for,” says Nguyen. “This time, I’m sharing something from my own life. These are the dishes I grew up eating — meals shared with family, neighbors, and friends. The flavors that shaped me.”QUA honors Nguyen’s grandmother, Vũ Thị Lan, who raised ten children on her own after fleeing Northern Vietnam.…

A Luxurious Thanksgiving at The Mayor’s Table

By Greer Wylder

November 22, 2025

This Thanksgiving, The Mayor’s Table invites guests to celebrate with an elegant, family-style feast. On Thursday, Nov. 27, from 2 to 7 p.m., Chef-Partner Riley Huddleston and his culinary team will present a multi-course menu inspired by seasonal abundance and coastal California flavors.The meal begins with starters such as Indian Fry Bread with nut butters and dried fruits, the Garden of Eden Salad with farmer’s apples, cheese, and a cranberry-walnut vinaigrette, and the Mayor’s Table Seafood Chowder, made with seasonal vegetables in a smoky bacon broth.Entrées include Heritage Heirloom Turkey prepared three ways—smoked leg, confit thigh, and roasted breast with…

Thanksgiving Getaways: Where to Celebrate, Relax, and Feast in Southern California

By Greer Wylder

November 20, 2025

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, more travelers are trading kitchen prep for festive getaways that blend great dining, relaxation, and holiday tradition. From the sun-drenched desert to the Pacific coastline, these standout California hotels and resorts offer memorable ways to gather and give thanks.Whether you want a glamorous celebration in the city, a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, or a classic coastal Thanksgiving with ocean views, here are holiday escapes worth considering.Desert ThanksgivingLa Quinta Resort & Club, La QuintaFramed by the Santa Rosa Mountains, La Quinta Resort & Club pairs Hollywood legacy with modern luxury for a sun-soaked Thanksgiving retreat. Guests…