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PUBlic Legacy Brings Refined Comfort Food to the Heart of Orange County

By Greer Wylder

December 16, 2022

Orange County is home to PUBlic Legacy, a chef-driven dining experience focusing on elevated comfort food, hand-crafted cocktails, fine wines, and craft beer. Located in the Stadium Promenade center in Orange, a premier dining and entertainment destination, located at the corner of West Katella Avenue and Main Street near the Honda Center.PUBlic Legacy is the brainchild of partners Chef Gerry Kent and Chad Dickey, the team behind PUBlic House in Temecula and Downtown PUBlic in Murrieta. While the restaurant’s menu highlights comfort food-inspired offerings meant to appeal to a wide range of diners, Chef Kent prides himself in presenting food laden with…

Orange County’s Michelin-Recognized Khan Saab Offers Asian Specials for Christmas Eve & Day

By Greer Wylder

December 13, 2022

Michelin-Bib Gourmand-winning Desi restaurant Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen has introduced a menu of limited-time Christmas specials featuring elevated Asian dishes over the Christmas holiday! In addition to the Fullerton restaurant’s regular, 100% Halal menu of traditional favorites like Butter Chicken and Pani Puri, as well as more creative dishes like the Sloppy Khan (a Desi version of the Sloppy Joe with Keema Pav Wagyu Beef on a ‘gun-powder’ dusted pav bread), Khan Saab is offering four Asian specials due to the growing popularity of this cuisine during this time of the year. From December 23rd to the 25th, Khan Saab guests can…

Tis’ The Season For Celebrating at These Orange County Hotels

By Greer Wylder

December 13, 2022

The holidays are just around the corner and in the spirit of the season, OC hotels and resorts are full of holiday happenings. From Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club’s Merry Movies on the Grand Lawn to Lido House, an Autograph Collection’s Holiday Hideaway Winter Market, there are plenty of activities to make the whole family smile this holiday season.Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club | Dana Point, CAPerched on a golden hillside between Los Angeles and San Diego, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is an oceanfront oasis enveloped by the warmth of the SoCal sun. Reflect on this…

Citrus City Grille Celebrates 27 Years & New Ownership

By Greer Wylder

December 12, 2022

Since first opening in 1996, Citrus City Grille quickly became an iconic part of the Old Towne Orange aesthetic, serving up incredible contemporary American cuisine with a touch of Mediterranean.New owner and restaurant industry veteran Charlie Cosmas alongside his family have been longtime patrons of Citrus City Grille, and as of July 2022 has taken over day-to-day operations. Former owner Steve Tsirtsis and Charlie Cosmas happen to share a Greek heritage, which has been a hugely influential part of the Citrus City Grille menu and ethos.Citrus City Grille is currently planning specialty menus and continued collaborations with celebrated wineries for…

Holiday Hideout Speakeasy Debuts at VEA Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

December 09, 2022

VEA Newport Beach will transform Members—one of its intimate event spaces—into a fully decked-out Holiday Hideout Speakeasy during the month of December.Toast to the season with aptly themed appetizers and specialty cocktails, plus plenty of wintry wonderland photo ops. For $65 per person (inclusive of 18% gratuity and tax), guests will receive a selection of savory and sweet treats, including Parmesan Arancini, Triple Cheese Fondue, and Holiday Truffles & Macaroons, plus two cocktails. Additional drinks may be purchased for an extra charge. Cheery cocktails include “Santa’s Little Helper” made with Braulio, Green Chartreuse, and hot cocoa, and the “Mariah Carey High…