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ROYAL HAWAIIAN BRUNCH!

By Greer Wylder

October 25, 2011

By Sheryll Alexander North Laguna is the perfect place to enjoy a leisurely Saturday or Sunday morning and the historic Royal Hawaiian restaurant makes the weekend journey even better. On a recent visit one foggy Saturday morning, we passed right by the way-too-crowded The Cottage and the way-too-swanky Las Brisas. Just across from the Laguna Art Museum on the beach side of PCH, Royal Hawaiian beckoned with its quiet interior and totally unpretentious dining room. Once no more than a beach bungalow in the 1940s, The Royal Hawaiian has been completely remodeled (and without too much tiki kitsch) as a…

DRINK PINK AT FLEMINGS!

By Greer Wylder

October 06, 2011

By Sheryll Alexander October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month is here and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is once again helping to raise funds with a 99-calorie cocktail, The Stiletto (recipe below), for just $6 with all proceeds benefiting The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade. As part of this month’s signature cocktail during the daily 5 for $6 til 7 (with five appetizers, five cocktails and five wines for $6 until 7 PM), the rose-hued Stiletto highlights how Fleming’s and its guests can easily and deliciously support The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade. Fleming’s has also added Cline Cashmere, a Napa Valley Rhône-style red, to the “5 for $6 ‘til 7”…

Gluten-free at Pelican Hill!

By Greer Wylder

September 23, 2011

Considering how it seems like food allergies are so prevalent, we’re always on the lookout for menus that cater to special diets. So we just found out that Chef Luca Cesarini at Andrea at Pelican Hill Resort in Newport Beach has introduced a new gluten-free menu. The dishes include pastas made from flour alternatives, such as corn, chick peas, rice, soy and flax-seed bases. The items available at lunch Wednesday through Sunday and at dinner daily. Gluten-free options include potato gnocchi, with butternut squash and wild mushrooms; rigatoni with roasted eggplant, tomato, basil and pine nuts; saffron spaghetti with seafood…

FLEMINGS MONTH OF DISCOVERY!

By Greer Wylder

September 19, 2011

Review by Sheryll Alexander There’s only two Fridays left for Fleming’s 100 “Opening Nights,” which is the unveiling of the award-winning list of 100 wines by the glass at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. On both Sep. 23 and Sep. 30, guests can sip 20 wines for just $25 in the sultry Fleming’s cellar and try some of Chef Chris Huttens’ killer new appetizers. We enjoyed last Friday’s “Opening Night” immensely. The lively wine cellar banter with eager Fleming’s servers and well-dressed guests was relaxing after a long week. However, the best part of the evening may have been…

Mozza in OC!

By Greer Wylder

September 15, 2011

Review by Sheryll Alexander The newly-opened Pizzeria Mozza in Newport Beach may be the brainchild of super star NYC chef and TV personality Mario Batali, but is it really as good as all that? Pretty much. Those strapped for cash, however, should be aware of hidden costs, small portions and high-priced wines. For those who don’t have to worry about price so much, Mozza is a delight for all the senses, especially if you love excellent wines, artisanal foods, wood-fired pizzas and the lively atmosphere of a modern Italian-style bistro. Parking at Mozza Located in the former Il Dolce space…