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Celebrate Mother’s Day in Style at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

April 28, 2025

Get ready for a fun-filled Mother’s Day celebration at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach! Treat Mom to an unforgettable day featuring an epic buffet, live music, arts and crafts, face painting, a petting zoo—and, of course, bottomless mimosas for all the deserving moms.The lavish buffet includes everything from seasonal fruits, pastries, sushi, chilled seafood, and smoked salmon to fresh salads, breakfast favorites, and savory entrées. Highlights include prime rib at the carving station, veal osso buco, European seabass, truffle mac and cheese, a buttermilk pancake and French toast table, and an irresistible finale of cakes, tarts, macarons, a chocolate fondue station,…

Trevor’s at the Tracks Launches Farm-to-Table Program with Two Local Farms

By Greer Wylder

April 25, 2025

Trevor’s at the Tracks, a favorite in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, is going greener with the launch of a sustainable farm-to-table initiative. The restaurant now operates two off-site farms just miles from the kitchen, growing high-yield produce such as lettuce, carrots, radishes, cabbage, and herbs.The program reflects the restaurant’s motto: Locally Acquired | Globally Inspired. Everything harvested is thoughtfully integrated into its globally influenced menu, enhancing flavor and freshness while keeping the supply chain tight and local.“This farm represents a natural evolution of our mission,” says Trevor Baird. “We’re not only reducing our carbon footprint by sourcing produce…

Descanso Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with Four Days of Food, Cocktails, and Festivities

By Greer Wylder

April 24, 2025

Descanso Restaurant, the modern taqueria known for its lively Plancha-style cooking and bold Central West Mexican flavors, is kicking off an extended Cinco de Mayo celebration at both its Costa Mesa and Los Angeles locations.From Friday, May 2, through Monday, May 5, guests can enjoy festive specials including signature margarita pitchers, appetizer platters, takeout cocktails, and all-day happy hour on Cinco de Mayo.Perfect for sharing, Descanso’s margarita pitchers ($48–$62) come in flavors like El Descanso, Cucumber + Sal, and Bad Hombre. Pair a pitcher with a street food-inspired appetizer platter—Costa Mesa’s version ($35) includes Chips, Salsa Frita, Clásico Guacamole, Elote…

Monaco Italian Kitchen Brings Neapolitan Pizzas and Housemade Pastas to Irvine

By Greer Wylder

April 24, 2025

Monaco Italian Kitchen, the fourth concept from local restaurateur Tony Monaco, is officially opening Friday, April 25, at Eighteen Main in Irvine. Located at 2000 Main St., Suite 300, Monaco’s newest spot blends his Italian heritage with a modern approach to Italian cooking—serving lunch and dinner daily in a beautifully designed indoor-outdoor space.The menu focuses on traditional Italian flavors with a fresh twist, including housemade doughs, specialty pastas, and sauces from scratch. Expect Neapolitan-style pizzas like the Bianca, Margherita and Diavola, all crafted after the team completed intensive training in Naples, Italy. They’re also serving Panuozzo Napoletano—pizza dough sandwiches filled…

Burger Boss Introduces Halal Poultry, Salmon and Meal Deals

By Greer Wylder

April 20, 2025

Burger Boss, the fast-casual favorite known for its “Boss Your Burger” concept and Honest American Burger®, has expanded its menu at both its Tustin and Mission Viejo locations—offering more choices for guests looking beyond beef.New additions include Halal chicken and turkey, a wild-caught Alaskan salmon burger, and fresh salads like the California Cobb and Wild Salmon Caesar. All proteins are hormone-free, non-GMO and packed with flavor.Fries are now cooked in beef tallow for a crispier, richer taste, with vegetarian-friendly rice bran oil available on request.Burger Boss also debuted “Bossed For You” burgers with pre-stacked flavor combinations, along with two value-driven…