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Selanne Steak Tavern Celebrates 10 Years of Wine Spectator Recognition

By Greer Wylder

June 29, 2026

Selanne Steak Tavern in Laguna Beach has once again been recognized by Wine Spectator, earning the publication's 2026 Best of Award of Excellence for the 10th consecutive year.Co-owned by hockey legend Teemu Selänne and businessman Kevin Pratt, the restaurant is known for its extensive wine program, which includes a 3,000-bottle cellar and more than 400 wine selections from leading wine regions around the world.The wine program is led by Advanced Sommelier and Wine Director Vito Pasquale and is particularly strong in California and French wines. Guests will also find an extensive by-the-glass program, rare bottlings and highly allocated wines, including…

What’s New at VOX Kitchen South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

June 29, 2026

VOX Kitchen South Coast Plaza is celebrating its first anniversary with the debut of a new spring and summer menu featuring a collection of dishes, cocktails and desserts inspired by the restaurant's signature Chifa style.Created by Kei Concepts and Chef Viet Nguyen, VOX Kitchen blends Cantonese influences with the bold flavors of Peru. Since opening at South Coast Plaza, the restaurant has become known for its creative approach to cross-cultural cuisine.New menu additions include Corn Ribs topped with spicy mayo, crema, queso fresco and lemon pepper seasoning; a Hamachi Tostada with pico de gallo, sweet potato purée, avocado and yuzu…

Noble Ace Debuts in Laguna Beach’s Historic Heisler Building

By Greer Wylder

June 29, 2026

Noble Ace officially opened in Laguna Beach's historic Heisler Building, bringing a fresh dining option to the heart of downtown.Open nightly beginning at 4:30 p.m., the restaurant offers a modern American menu from Executive Chef Magellan Moore, who spent 12 years as head chef at Mastro's Ocean Club Newport Beach. Signature dishes include Short Rib Stroganoff with handmade pappardelle and Jumbo Beef Potstickers served with blue cheese fondue and a beet and chive salad.The cocktail menu is equally creative, featuring drinks such as a cantaloupe and olive oil martini and a mezcal cucumber Collins, along with a curated wine list.…

Sherman Library & Gardens Introduces Hazeltine’s and New Afternoon Tea Experience

By Greer Wylder

June 19, 2026

Sherman Library & Gardens is preparing to welcome Hazeltine’s, a new restaurant overlooking the gardens and Pacific Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. The restaurant will be operated by Damian Orozco, owner of the historic Tea House on Los Rios in San Juan Capistrano, and will focus on seasonal purveyor-to-table cuisine, thoughtful hospitality, and an expanded dining experience for Sherman guests.Named after Moses Hazeltine Sherman and his daughter, Hazeltine’s will feature brunch, lunch, dinner, a full-service bar, and catering for Sherman events. The new two-story restaurant space also returns dining to the garden’s original roots, when light lunches were once…

Sushi Ii Pairs Up with Brooklyn Kura for a Sake-Focused Omakase Night

By Greer Wylder

June 18, 2026

Sushi Ii, a Michelin Guide-recognized Japanese restaurant in Newport Beach, is teaming up with Brooklyn Kura, New York's pioneering sake brewery, for a special evening on Tuesday, June 23, that puts sake front and center. Guests who book the restaurant's Bizen Omakase that night will receive a complimentary five-course sake pairing built to match the seasonal menu.The Bizen Omakase runs $325 per person and takes diners through a full Japanese culinary journey: a starter, an appetizer plate, seasonal broth, sashimi, a grilled dish, a fried dish, five pieces of nigiri, soup and dessert. Each course gets its own Brooklyn Kura…