Taco Rosa will host its 6th Annual “Battle of the Tequileros” on Sunday, September 23rd from 4-8 p.m. Bringing together 26+ different tequila and mezcal brands, this event benefits Operation of Hope Worldwide, a local non-profit providing free, life-changing surgeries and health care for children and adults in…

Yalla Mediterranean has partnered with Impossible Foods to introduce a series of new plant-based Mediterranean options that are sure to have the tastebuds of both vegans and non-vegans thrilled. The partnership brings a number of new items to Yalla’s menu, including the Impossible Plate, Impossible Wrap,…

The Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance (OCAPICA) will be hosting the 3rd Annual "Tastemakers of Orange County” culinary event on Wednesday, September 5th in the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. This culinary event celebrates the Asian…

Chef Craig Strong is opening and will be the chef of his own restaurant, Ocean at Main, in downtown Laguna Beach. Located at 222 Ocean Avenue near Main Beach, Ocean at Main is set to open by October 2018. It will be open daily for lunch and dinner.

Strong envisions the 126-seat,…

Brittany Valles has been named thw new executive chef at Oak Grill and Aqua Lounge. At Oak Grill, Valles will oversee the seasonal menus served at breakfast, lunch and dinner, including menus for holidays and special events. At Aqua Lounge, she is responsible for creating the shareable…

Brittany Valles has been named the new executive chef at Oak Grill and Aqua Lounge. At Oak Grill, she will oversee the seasonal menus served at breakfast, lunch and dinner, including menus for holidays and special events. At Aqua Lounge, she is responsible for creating the shareable bites…

Bluewater’s famous Chipotle Blackened Swordfish with Roasted Corn and Avocado Relish is being featured during the Swordfish Salute month-long celebration and kick-off tasting event at all seven Bluewater Grill and Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill restaurants on Aug. 14th.

The two…

Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor will rise once more from the depths September 27th, drenched in legend and oozing with a sordid past. Known as one of the most haunted places on Earth, the Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is a thrill-seekers’ delight, blurring the lines of history and hysteria. For the 2018 season, the event will…

Fill, serving made-to-order malasadas and small-batch ice cream, opens today in Costa Mesa, Fill serves up a sweet side of the Islands with true “aloha spirit.” brought to you by James Mullis. Malasadas were popularized in Hawaii during the 19th century when Portuguese immigrants arrived in Hawaii to support the…

Fill, serving made-to-order malasadas and small-batch ice cream, opens today in Costa Mesa, Fill serves up a sweet side of the Islands with true “aloha spirit.” brought to you by James Mullis. Malasadas were popularized in Hawaii during the 19th century when Portuguese immigrants arrived in Hawaii to support the…

Fill, serving made-to-order malasadas and small-batch ice cream, opens today in Costa Mesa, Fill serves up a sweet side of the Islands with true “aloha spirit.” brought to you by James Mullis. Malasadas were popularized in Hawaii during the 19th century when Portuguese immigrants arrived in Hawaii to support the…

Leading up to the 7th annual Golden Foodie Awards on September 30th, local Orange County foodies are invited to vote for their local culinary favorites during a two-week period from August 3rd through 17th. The Golden Foodie Awards is a people’s choice event that recognizes the best chefs, libations and cuisine at…

Bad to the Bone BBQ has been named “Business of the Year” by the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce. Members of the San Juan Capistrano business community gathered for the Chamber of Commerce's annual Installation Dinner as the organization honored local community members and businesses.…

Wine Spectator magazine has announced its 2018 restaurant award winners, and Selanne Steak Tavern has again earned the second highest level of recognition – The Best of Award of Excellence. For 2018, this award has been achieved by only 1,215 winners from all 50 states and from 75 countries.…

The special 10th anniversary dinner will be set in the farm of The Ecology Center to honor the past and celebrate the future. Experience the bounty of Southern California with a coursed, community-style dinner and seasonal pairings courtesy of Green Feast’s original chefs - Rich Mead and Paddy Glennon. They’ll…

The special 10th anniversary dinner will be set in the farm of The Ecology Center to honor the past and celebrate the future. Experience the bounty of Southern California with a coursed, community-style dinner and seasonal pairings courtesy of Green Feast’s original chefs - Rich Mead and Paddy Glennon. They’ll…

Tangata is excited to announce Brian Kiepler as the new executive chef. Kiepler is a longstanding member of the Patina Restaurant Group family and previously worked as the executive chef of both Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Kiepler brings a refreshed menu to the restaurant,…

Tangata is excited to announce Brian Kiepler as the new executive chef. Kiepler is a longstanding member of the Patina Restaurant Group family and previously worked as the executive chef of both Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Kiepler brings a refreshed menu to the restaurant,…

BLKdot Coffee has opened its third Orange County location at Irvine Market Place. BLKdot Coffee is known for its signature VTM Coffee, slow-dripped Vietnamese craft coffee often referred to as “crack in a cup.” In addition, BLKdot Coffee offers full barista service with a menu of classic, iced and blended espresso…

Recreate your favorite high school memories at House of Blues Anaheim’s ‘80s-inspired Prom Night on Saturday, July 21. The venue will transform into a classic high school gym, featuring iconic hits of the decade with performances from tribute bands, So Madonna and Blonde Day. Revel in classic prom décor, complete with…