Greer's OC

Let’s face it, Monday’s can be overwhelming. But now you start your week off right by treating yourself to dinner and drinks while saving 50% off your bill at Katsuya by Stark in Laguna Beach.

Starting this evening, Monday night is Local’s Night at the sleek, contemporary yet comfortable restaurant known for its indoor-outdoor, family-friendly dining and traditional Japanese Robata selections prepared over an open flame, signature cocktails, and an incredible kid’s menu.

The entire menu will be half-off every Monday from 5 to 10 p.m. through Dec. 31. It’s your chance to enjoy Monday night football on Katsuya’s flat screen televisions in the bar, or relax and indulge in the dining room sipping favorite cocktails such as the burning Mandarin and the Katsuya fresh; or ordering signature dishes like crispy rice with spicy tuna, yellowtail sashimi with jalapeño, and miso-marinated black cod; wine, sake, beer and dessert items.

858 South Coast Hwy. in Laguna Beach. 949.793.4030.

Culinary Showcase!

Take some time out of your week on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. to attend "Sabores Flavors, a Culinary Showcase." The Costa Mesa Hilton is hosting the virgin foodie event in conjunction with the Tri-City Business Expo (Costa Mesa, Santa Ana and Tustin).

For just $10 you’ll enjoy live entertainment, samples of tasty foods and drinks from Orange County eateries and chefs, and the products and services on display. Arrive hungry, participating restaurants include samples Café Rio Mexican Grill, Original Mikes, El Torito, Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill, Woody’s, Corner Bakery, Nothing Bundt Cakes, McCormick & Schmick’s, Memphis, Johnny’s Burgers, Woody’s Beach Club and Grill.

And please stop by to say hello. I’ll be a food judge with Rich Manning, a food writer several local online magazines, including OC Foodies, and Orange County correspondent for Gayot guides; as well as Marian Bacol-Uba, aka marianthefoodie.com a food blogger covering LA, Orange County and the Philippines; and Anita Lau, aka Mad Hungry Woman, an author and food blogger; covering LA and OC.

You could also win the grand raffle prize—a stay at the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter with dinner at Croce's Restaurant & Jazz Bar.

For more information, visit Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce.

Costa Mesa Hilton is at 3050 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa. 714.540.7000.