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Easter Sunday on The Deck

By Greer Wylder

April 14, 2014

Enjoy Easter Sunday on one of the most picturesque beaches in SoCal at The Deck in Laguna Beach. Executive Chef Rainer Schwarz will offer Brunch and Dinner items served all day on Sunday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Chef Schwarz’s menu specializes in "ocean-to-table" favorites, such as Classic Lobster Bisque, Maine Lobster Risotto, and Oysters on the Half Shell, as well as brunch and dinner classics, including Quiche Lorraine, Laguna Cioppino, and Domestic Rack of Lamb Chops. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 949.494.6700. EASTER BRUNCH MENU ON THE DECK on LAGUNA BEACH For Every Table Mini Muffins/ croissants…

Attention Grilled Cheese Lovers

By Greer Wylder

March 31, 2014

It’s National Grilled Cheese Month in April, and in honor of the occasion, Shuck Oyster Bar at the Mix in Costa Mesa, also known for its delicious rustic-crusted Grilled Cheese will offer four specials to appeal to all grilled cheese enthusiasts! Chef Noah Blom will shift from focusing on incredible seasonal oysters to the following four interpretations of the classic grilled cheese: April 1 – 6, Lobster Grilled Cheese April 7 – 13, Chorizo Grilled Cheese April 14– 20, Not Yo’ Grilled Cheese w. cotija, cheddar, peppers and chives April 21 – 27, Crab Louie-Style Grilled Cheese served open-faced w. crab, cheddar, parmesan and louie sauce…

Coastal Cuisine of Latin America with a View

By Greer Wylder

March 26, 2014

You will be hard pressed to find a restaurant with a better view in Long Beach, save for the Sky Room in Long Beach, than Fuego at Hotel Maya that’s open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The restaurant specializes in the coastal cuisine of Latin America created by award-winning Executive Chef Victor Juarez. Fuego’s indoor-outdoor dining area offers spectacular views of downtown Long Beach and the Queen Mary. Anytime of the year, it’s a local’s favorite for fresh seafood--shrimp, oysters, mussels, lobster and tangy ceviche. They also offer an array of appetizers, as well as tacos, tortas and entrées.…

Simmzy’s special for EAT LBC

By Greer Wylder

March 20, 2014

With the upcoming inaugural Eat LBC, Long Beach Restaurant Week on March 30-April 5, it’s time to make plans to try some of the areas 50 eateries participating in the city’s first ever restaurant week. Each restaurant offers a prix fixe menu priced at $26 and $38 per person for dinner with wine pairing options at select locations. One of our favorite Long Beach restaurants, Simmzy’s at Belmont Shore, specializing in upscale pub foods, wood fired pizzas, craft beer and boutique wines has created a special Eat LBC prix menu for restaurant week. If you can make it in, you…

Veggie Grill Comp Lunch With Us

By Greer Wylder

March 17, 2014

Veggie Grill, the popular West Coast fast-casual concept committed to revolutionizing the way people think about vegetarian food is offering a complimentary lunch to 10 of our readers on Thursday, March 20 at 1:30 p.m. at the Irvine Crossroads location. Veggie Grill offers delicious vegetarian food year-round, and with so many meat-free options; it’s the ideal choice for those observing Lent or taking on a personal challenge. At the lunch, Veggie Grill will also offer a list of other restaurants in the area who cater to Vegetarian diners. To RSVP for the lunch, email us at info@pacific-creative.digital. Only, the first…