NEWPORT BEACH blog

There are endless possibilities for dining at Fashion Island, Newport Beach, and as the weather turns to perfect, most of us prefer to be outside. It is so Southern California! Some days I am yearning for a cup of coffee…

Donut shops offer up comfort pastry options for locals and visitors alike. Many Newport Beach shops are a testament to business longevity, having zero marketing plans, but steady streams of regulars. Now, ambitious shops are offering innovative ways to keep…

Is there anything better than a juicy burger? No need to respond, since the answer is obvious. You clearly don’t need extra incentive to enjoy a hamburger, but May is National Burger Month, and Newport Beach has some of the…

It’s that time of year again in Newport Beach this Spring, where the sun is shining, the ocean water glistening, and restaurants all around the city dedicate their Sunday to honor mother’s with a unique dining experience on this special…

Yes, spring is here and that means it’s “grilling time”! It is just about to heat up on my patio with thoughts of marinated tri-tip, cedar plank salmon, and chicken soaked in beer & thyme. The new grill cover is here,…

Get ready to get out and explore Newport Beach in May. From wine tasting to art and more, there are plenty of festivities for everyone to enjoy. Here are just some of the many arts and culture celebrations taking place…

Let’s admit it– Chefs have their “favorites”– their coveted sharp knives, the wiz-bang kitchen gadgets, a password protected list of vendors, and yes, their prized ingredients to make a special dish just pop with flavor. So we set out to…

We’ve come a long way from C & C in this town— that’s “chicken fingers and crayons”! Kids are now an important part of the restaurant equation, and chefs are thoughtfully considering kids when creating their menus. From casual burgers…