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Maizano: Costa Mesa’s New Lunch & Dinner Hotspot Celebrates Mexican Cuisine

By Greer Wylder

April 08, 2024

Maizano, the cornerstone restaurant of Costa Mesa's Mercado Gonzalez Northgate Market, has extended its hours to now offer lunch service. Originally launched in November with a dinner-only concept, the restaurant, under the helm of Executive Chef Alan Sanz, is introducing a carefully crafted lunch menu as spring approaches. Available Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the menu spotlights masa-centric dishes that honor the rich and diverse culinary heritage of Mexico with vibrant and contemporary twists.Chef Sanz's lunch selections showcase Mexican haute cuisine with a modern edge. The lunch menu's antojito section features a variety of small plates, all…

Sushi Ii Introduces Artisan Japanese Cocktails and Premium Sake Selection

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2024

Sushi Ii, renowned for its authentic Japanese cuisine, now offers a curated cocktail selection for the first time since its establishment in February 2020. Crafted to complement Master Chef Susumu Ii’s Omakase dishes, these cocktails highlight Japanese spirits and are served over meticulously crafted ice imported from Japan.General Manager and Beverage Director Natsuko Travioli has developed a limited, three-cocktail menu that showcases Japanese artistry and simplicity. Imported ice from Kuramoto, a prestigious ice manufacturing company in Kanazawa, Japan, adds a touch of luxury to each drink, emphasizing the purity of ingredients and elegant glassware.Highlights include the Toki High Ball with…

Spring Cocktail Tour at The District - April 2024

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2024

The flowers are in bloom and so is The District’s Spring Cocktail Tour! Enjoy new seasonal flavors that are sure to delight your palate! Indulge in hand-crafted cocktails and mocktails, along with spring-inspired food and dessert pairings. It's easy, CLICK HERE to see the featured cocktails and visit The District’s restaurants on your schedule. Be sure to ask your server about the suggested food and dessert pairing for the full experience!Bar Louie Wake Up Call MartiniCasa Del Sol Cocina Mexicana - Cha-Mango Margarita - Jamaica MojitoLucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que Back Porch Strawberry LemonadeLuna Rossa Ristorante Pallini Peachcella spritzPrego Restaurant La Dolce Vita-…

Newport Beach’s Lighthouse Café: Expanded Patio & Spring Happy Hour

By Greer Wylder

April 01, 2024

Lighthouse Café, a charming harbor-side spot in Newport Beach, unveils an expanded patio and introduces Happy Hour for spring. Situated in Marina Park on the Peninsula, this iconic restaurant offers diners the unique experience of dining in a glass and steel lighthouse with panoramic views. With 28 additional patio seats and sleek heaters, guests can enjoy the ambiance, complemented by a trio of firepits. Happy Hour runs Monday to Friday from 2 pm to 6 pm, featuring shareable appetizers like Buffalo Chicken Sliders and Ahi Nachos, along with $10 signature cocktails and half-off select beers and wines. Spring additions to the…

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Easter Brunch Extravaganza at Outpost Kitchen

By Greer Wylder

March 27, 2024

Check out Outpost Kitchen in Costa Mesa for a taste of Australian-inspired cuisine! This Easter weekend, they're serving up their regular weekend brunch menu alongside special holiday offerings. Enjoy delights like rib eye & eggs, blueberry pancakes with lemon custard, and smoked salmon and shrimp benedict, along with a variety of skillets, bowls, and sandwiches.Don't miss out on the festive atmosphere, complete with a family photo wall, balloons, and chocolates for added fun. Outpost Kitchen takes pride in their organic, sustainable, and locally sourced ingredients. Join them on Easter Sunday from 8 am to 3 pm for a brunch experience…