NEWPORT BEACH blog

After a sell-out crowd converged on Balboa Village last November, we’re ready to host our second Craft Beer Festival. Join us at Balboa Village on Saturday, April 9th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm! Just steps from the ferry, this event will…

Now that Spring has sprung, Gratitude Newport Beach is serving up a Sangria created by Beverage Director Jason Eisner. This is a natural Sangria, without the use of any added sugar, and if you want it sweeter, just feel free…

Springtime is full of energy here in Newport Beach, as the air is crisp, flowers are blooming and the community is invigorated by the colorful holiday happenings ahead. Whether you’re in search of a delicious Easter Brunch, the perfect Easter…

Restaurants along the coast showcase fish from around the world in a bevy of unique preparations. Yes, we like it filleted, sautéed, simmered, shucked, fried, grilled and just plain raw. With spring just around the corner, we thought we would…

Executive Chef Dreux Ellis of Gratitude Newport Beach shares his recipe for his delicious French Toast. Blend Together: 2 Cups Coconut Milk 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract 2 Tbsp. Chia Seeds (soaked) 1 Tbsp. Maple Syrup 1 Cup Ripe Bananas Yield:…

Over the last few years, whiskey has evolved from the drink for older gents and hardscrabble individuals to a trendy spirit for all ages. Many factors have signaled an upswing in this brown spirit’s popularity, from the massive proliferation of…

Newport Beach may not contain concentrated international enclaves like Little Saigon or the Korean District, but our city houses a wide variety of Asian restaurants. Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese restaurants all help to contribute a range of noodle dishes.…

Winter calls for comfort. Rarely can you find bowls more soothing than when they’re filled with clam chowder or chili. Thankfully Newport Beach has plenty of both. Bonus: February 25 is National Clam Chowder Day and February 27 is National…