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Celebrate Christmas Day At Acapulco With An All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch

By Greer Wylder

December 20, 2021

Acapulco invites guests to celebrate Christmas Day with an All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch! Visit the food stations where they’ll serve you, featuring a Tri-Tip and Ham carving station, apple-jalapeño stuffing, chipotle-honey sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, a taco station, soups, salads, dessert bar & more. Unlimited champagne and mimosas are also included in the Holiday Brunch. Plus, $5 margaritas and draft beer specials. The All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch will be from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and the regular menu will be available from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Pricing for the All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch will be $34 for adults and $10 for Kids.…

Holiday Dining in Style at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

December 20, 2021

South Coast Plaza is all dressed up and sparkling for the holidays! And, several restaurants are planning special holiday menus and treats.Dine Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Morton’s The SteakhouseGo out on the town for Christmas dinner at Morton’s! Enjoy the three-course Chateaubriand menu or your favorite Morton’s signature steak. $179 for two, excluding tax & gratuity.Start the celebration with Morton’s specialty cocktail, Sparkling Holly—Duckhorn Decoy sparkling wine with a touch of crème de cassis, house-made cranberry syrup, and garnished with snowcapped cranberries.First course is a winter salad of mixed field greens, spiced walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and creamy…

Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens Unveils New Seasonal Menu Items

By Greer Wylder

December 17, 2021

Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens presents new seasonal menu items courtesy of Owner & Executive Chef Rich Mead. Welcome winter from the comfort of Farmhouse’s heated and covered open-air dining room adorned with holiday decor and a stunning Christmas tree for the ultimate festive dining experience.Taste the vibrant flavors of the season in nourishing new entrées such as Spaghetti Squash & Braised Green Enchiladas, Grilled Dijon Soy Rubbed Pork Tenderloin, Pomegranate Glazed Salmon Salad and Panko, Dijon, Herb Crusted Icelandic Cod. Let locally sourced ingredients shine in comforting veggie sides like Roast Spaghetti Squash & 3 Cheese Gratin and Blistered Brussels Sprouts & Cipollini…

Christmas Dumplings at Paradise Dynasty

By Greer Wylder

December 17, 2021

Dumpling lovers can get into the holiday spirit with a basket of red & green xiao long bao aka juicy soup dumplings at Paradise Dynasty. These colorful dumplings get their vibrant hues from all-natural ingredients such as beet juice and spinach juice and they aren't purely for show, they represent different unique flavors, too. The red dumplings yield a Szechuan flavor, with Kurobuta pork and hints of tongue-tingling Szechuan peppercorn spices. The green dumplings are filled with small-diced luffa gourd with Kurobuta pork -- (psst, luffa gourd is a type of squash related to the cucumber). These seasonal dumplings will be…

Eat, Drink & Be Merry! Christmas Eve Dining in OC

By Greer Wylder

December 17, 2021

Christmas Eve is a popular night to dine out in Orange County, and it’s easy to find great restaurants open for dinner. Here’s a round-up of Christmas Eve dining options and even some take-out meals to make your holiday extra special. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar — TUSTIN & NEWPORT BEACH Eat, Drink & Be Merry at The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar! The restaurant’s Tustin and Newport Beach locations will be offering Christmas Eve Dinner on Friday, December 24th with its full menu, as well as specials for the evening. To learn more, see menus and make your reservation, please…