VITALY GRAND OPENING

New caffé introduces piadina Italian flatbread to California

Costa Mesa, CA (May 7, 2013) – Vitaly, an independent piadina and gelato caffé is now open at The CAMP, 2937 Bristol…

BAMGAM (Buy A Meal Give A Meal), a local non-profit social movement dedicated to providing support to underprivileged children, joined with local like-minded restaurants on Friday, August 10, to raise money through an event focused on the enjoyment of food. That afternoon, over thirty people of all ages enjoyed sample dishes from four different local restaurants while being transported along the journey in a renovated school bus-turned BAMGAM community…

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   I am a student in culinary school on my way to a bachelors degree in Culinary management and one of my projects is to interview a manager or  Executive Chef, I need help. Although I am in my second quarter I am still learning the area and I am still trying to see whats around here. On another note I am also interested in becoming not just a good cook but a great Chef which means I'm willing to learn as much as possible. Your time and knowledge is…

The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano is hosting its 3rd Green Feast Fundraiser a sustainable farm to fork meal served by local chefs and volunteers. Look for this years twist with 10 chefs in an Eco App competition during the wine reception. Please join us for a true sustainable local meal, All food and drinks are procured or foraged from Ranchers, Farmers and Vintners all from within a 200 mile radius.  EAT LOCAL!…

Usually, when you go to a fundraiser, you have to prepare your palate for an evening of food that ranges anywhere from average to sub-par.  Not that it's the fault of the venue, of course.  After all, it is quite the arduous challenge to prepare dishes that hundreds of people will agree upon.  Nevertheless, such a conundrum produces cuisine that is not all that exciting.

The Taste of the Nation fundraisers do not suffer from this issue.  In fact, the problem gets transcended…

A great night was had by all at the first annual I Love Poke Festival at Don The Beachcomber on April 12th.

It was a great opportunity for the local restaurants to showcase their talents and the OC Restaurant Association to be Judges Liasons.

We have attached some fun photos of the chefs and the event.

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Don’t you w anna…be a Fantana? Now’s your chance! Lily, your favorite Pineapple Fantana, is on a mission to find the perfect person to take her place as the fourth Fantana. Those who dream of becoming a Fantana have the chance to join the flavorful foursome by submitting their audition videos to…

“We want guests to try our delicious new French fries, so what better way to do that than to give them away … free”…

Join us at the Island Hotel on April 23 for Orange County’s premier culinary event - Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation, The Garden of Everything Good. Savor the finest food, spirits and wine with the OC’s

hottest chefs and…