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April 19, 2012
Secret Service Nabbed Counterfeiters Targeting Newport Beach Learn Punishments
The night of July 2, 2011, was a wild one for Cynthia Lou Rudd and Edward John Kakos as the dating couple drove their van from Ventura County, where they stole $100 worth of gas, southbound to Orange County for the national holiday.Phoenix-native Rudd, the 53-year-old driver with a history of drunk ... More >>
Blogs
April 10, 2012
OC's Ebrahim Baytieh Named California's Outstanding Prosecutor of the Year
The California District Attorneys Association (CDAA) has named Orange County's Ebrahim Baytieh as the state's "Outstanding Prosecutor of the Year."The honor is not surprising. During his career, Baytieh--a tireless Senior Deputy District Attorney with a photographic memory and a gentlemanly courtroo ... More >>
Food
March 8, 2012
THE RANCH Offers a Fistful of Dollars
Extron owner Andrew Edwards has invested major coin into his restaurant and saloon
Blogs
March 1, 2012
Frati Gelato Cafe Closes In Downtown Fullerton
Here's a twist on our standard restaurant closure: a local establishment closes its doors for greener pastures. As of March 1, the local gelateria in Fullerton's SoCo district has said goodbye. In business for five sweet years, Frati Gelato Cafe has provided cool delights to local patrons young a ... More >>
Blogs
February 29, 2012
On the Line: Michael Rossi of THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon, Part Two
Wine pairing is just one of the topics covered in this segment of On the Line. THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon's Michael Rossi also confesses to a little line dancing. Part one is a good read, but we get a better understanding our of subject in today's edition. "Everything that we can do in hou ... More >>
Blogs
February 28, 2012
On the Line: Michael Rossi of the Ranch Restaurant and Saloon, Part One
There was something different about meeting Michael Rossi. It could've been that I was half an hour early, yet he was more than ready to start our interview. I did not know it, but our conversation would expand beyond the questionnaire. It was like an episode of Inside the Actor's Studio, except ... More >>
Blogs
February 10, 2012
Ten Great Romantic Restaurants In Orange County
Courtesy of AnQiIf beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then romance is up to the couple. I am enamored by a room with a view, yet also appreciate when he brings me my favorite doughnut. We already anticipate the "Who cares?", and you know what? We welcome it. Get all that (sexual) frustration o ... More >>
Blogs
October 18, 2011
On the Line: Lindsay Smith-Rosales of Nirvana Grille, Part One
Photo by Meranda CarterWith a multitasking nature and the cutest 3-year-old vegetarian for a son, chef Lindsay Smith-Rosales has a great deal to juggle as chef and owner of Nirvana Grille. Fortunately, she found the time to discuss some of her favorite things, like dairy and spike. FYI: She admit ... More >>
Blogs
September 22, 2011
Baja Culinary Fest to Take Place Oct. 5-9
A huge column of smoke rises from a charcoal grill set into a counter; the air fills with the scent of beef grilling and the sound of fat spattering onto the fire below. It takes just a minute or two, and I'm fascinated. My rapt gaze is lost on the taquero, for whom this is not new. He hacks the ... More >>
Blogs
July 21, 2011
Drunk After Work: The Counter
The Place: The Counter, 6416 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine, (949) 336-7272; www.thecounterburger.com.The Hours: Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Blogs
July 20, 2011
On the Line: Ryan Carson of AnQi By Crustacean, Part Two
Photo by Laila DerakhshanianAre you seated comfortably? If not, we suggest a tall, cool drink to keep you company as our interview with chef Ryan Carson continues. Find out his connection to Disney, plus how lechon influenced his childhood. While we touch upon the topic of molecular gastronomy, k ... More >>
Blogs
June 6, 2011
Drunk After Work: Classic Q Billiards & Sports Club
If you throw a chicken strip, we guarantee it'll hit a pool table.The Place: The Classic Q, 4250 Martingale Way, Newport Beach, (949) 261-9458; www.theclassicq.com.The Hours: Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.The Deal: 25 percent off all appetizers, $5 for select appetizers, $4.50 for house ... More >>
Blogs
May 13, 2011
Michael Jordan Signs On as Sommelier at the Ranch
Michael Jordan, member of the Court of Master Sommeliers, former president of the Beachcomber restaurant in Crystal Cove and the former wine director at Napa Rose at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel, has signed on as the sommelier at the Ranch, a steakhouse and live country music venue opening th ... More >>
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February 11, 2011
SanTásti, Our Drink of the Week
The first time I tried SanTásti was at the San Francisco Vintners Market back in November. It was introduced to me as a palate-cleansing water--the ideal companion for a wine-tasting event. Though I was initially skeptical of the powers of SanTásti, the beverage definitely did its job between p ... More >>
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December 23, 2010
Lost At the Chateau Marmont
From party girl to Oscar winner, Sofia Coppola's journey to 'Somewhere'
Blogs
November 16, 2010
On the Line: Britta Kvinge Pulliam
Photo by Todd BarnesOrange County--fleeting, impermanent, forever-discarding Orange County--is severely lacking in longstanding food personalities who aren't afraid to open new places while keeping a signature style. There's the Goodells, Pascal Olhats, Chef Abe and...who else? Definitely on that ... More >>
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October 19, 2010
On The Line: Timothy Kast of Seasons 52, Part One
Photo by Todd BarnesTimothy Kast is the executive chef partner of the new Seasons 52 at South Coast Plaza, a restaurant that doesn't use butter, has no deep fryers, and keeps everything it serves under 475 calories or less. Here's Part One of out On The Line interview with Chef Kast. Stay tuned ... More >>
News
October 7, 2010
Disney's Hotel-Workers' Union Is Still Trying to Bring Down the Mouse
After some two-and-a-half years of stalled negotiations and street theater, a new labor deal still seems like Fantasyland
Blogs
June 18, 2010
KCRW's Good Food Starts a Pie Blog, Gustavo Rants about Boysenberries
Boysenberry pie on floorKCRW-FM 89.9's Good Food with Evan Kleiman program is branching out into the world of pies. For the next couple of months, the show's blog will have a blog post daily on pies. Yours truly, as a Good Food contributor, wrote a rant for them on boysenberry pie, which I've inc ... More >>
Blogs
June 10, 2010
Battle Seolleongtang: Anna's vs. Jang Mo Gip
Flickr user thedeliciousYou could be excused for never having heard of seolleongtang. It isn't on the radar for most people who are just starting to delve into Korean cuisine, because it's never sold in barbecue restaurants or soon tofu places. You could be excused for not knowing how to pronounc ... More >>
Columns
May 13, 2010
Mexican-Hatin' is Sweeping the Nation!
[¡Ask a Mexican!] And everybody has a different, not-so-endearing nickname for the Brown Menace
Blogs
May 6, 2010
Fiddlehead Cellars Sauvignon Blancs
Chris A. Michaels/ / CC BY 2.0Santa Barbara VinesIf there was a moment for California wine--one in which it went from being something that only came from Napa and Sonoma or was just two buck chuck--and became something relevant in pop culture, it was the release of Sideways.
Blogs
April 16, 2010
Chinese, Part 4
I desperately wanted to do a piece on Qinghai food in the area, given the news recently; I figured they may have relatives back home to support, but unfortunately Qinghai is not renowned for its food; not a single place could I find that sells niangpi (dough cakes) or caterpillar fungus (ranked with ... More >>
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March 25, 2010
At the Farmers' Market: Kohlrabi
Dave LiebermanIs there no end to the variety of Brassica plants we can eat as humans? Cabbage (domestic, Savoy and Napa), broccoli, cauliflower, romanesco, Brussels sprouts, all Brassica.Brassica of Brassicas, all is Brassica--including the odd-looking (but delicious) kohlrabi.
Blogs
February 3, 2010
Life on the Veg: Taco Verde at Raw
Anyone that has been grocery shopping will know that one of the worst moves to make is to tour the isles on an empty stomach. Unless you've brought your mother along to help you "just say no," chances are you'll end up with a cart full of crap you didn't come for.I almost suffered this same fate the ... More >>
Blogs
January 14, 2010
Dueling Dishes: Temecula Sunrise Edition
Living in California and drinking locally, alcohol-wise, is by no means difficult. From the world-famous wine regions in Northern California to the craft beer Mecca of San Diego County and a few other noteworthy sources of wine, beer and booze (SF's Anchor Distilling makes thoroughly interesting and ... More >>
Food
December 24, 2009
[Hole in the Wall] Korean-Chinese Fusion Fun Time at Young Pung
Living in California and drinking locally, alcohol-wise, is by no means difficult. From the world-famous wine regions in Northern California to the craft beer Mecca of San Diego County and a few other noteworthy sources of wine, beer and booze (SF's Anchor Distilling makes thoroughly interesting and ... More >>
Blogs
December 10, 2009
Guy Fieri: Annoying Even At Disneyland
There's lots of things we hate, but Disneyland isn't one of them. But Food Network's Guy Fieri at Disneyland? We're so torn.Fieri has brought along his entire family and starring in his very own one-hour holiday special centered around the many seasonal treats Disneyland Resort serves up especial ... More >>
Blogs
December 10, 2009
Irvine Architect Inducted in Design Hall of Fame
Home Front - Robert Hidey @ Yahoo! Video Irvine architect Robert Hidey was inducted into the Wm. S. Marvin Hall of Fame for Design during the 29th annual Builder's Choice Design and Planning Awards gala recently held in Washington, D.C.
Blogs
September 2, 2009
New Menu Items at Panera, With Freebies Next Thursday, September 10
The bread-based chain is giving customers the chance to sample the latest offerings. They'll be out on display, and no purchase is necessary. Expect tastes of the BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad, the Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich, the Breakfast Power Sandwich and, to undo all the good work, the Ma ... More >>
Blogs
August 7, 2009
Dishney: Tweets From the Park
So as of Sunday, July 31, Disneyland and California Adventure ticket prices are up $3. Which, you know, doesn't sound like a whole lot on its own but this just means the single-day pass are now $72 for adults and $62 for children. Remember in 2001 when tickets were "just" $43? Does anybody still ... More >>
Blogs
July 29, 2009
LA Times: De-odorized Kimchi Patented
Edwin GoeiBreaking news: according to a fascinating LA Times article, someone has invented kimchi that doesn't stink. Now, I didn't know kimchi stink was even a problem, let alone one that needed fixing. To me, the Korean side-dish of Napa cabbage pickled in garlic, chili and ginger does not po ... More >>
Blogs
July 28, 2009
New Hotel And Restaurant/Bar Opening Soon in Long Beach
The AVIA is set to open on Bay Street on either August 6 or 7. The fact that the date isn't yet set in stone hints that preparations are down to the wire, so we wish them well in putting the finishes touches to the property.We're intrigued about this new hotel and, in particular, its restaurant a ... More >>
Blogs
June 17, 2009
Light, Summery Recipe: Wolfgang Puck's Chinois Chicken Salad
I've had this dish a few times at the Wolfgang Puck Bistro inside Macy's at South Coast Plaza. At Chinois on Main, Puck's restaurant in Santa Monica, it's been on the menu for over 25 years, such is its popularity. It even includes Colman's mustard, which I blogged about yesterday.Cooking a chicken ... More >>
Blogs
May 14, 2009
A Visit to Napa Rose Guarantees Impressed Chicks
It was supposed to be the perfect Cinco de Mayo: dinner with my chica and some of our pals at the muy muy Napa Rose at Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel followed by moshing at the Mouse of Blues with O.C.'s O.G. punk-mock veteranos, Manic Hispanic. I should've known better: the two don't mix.Napa ... More >>
Blogs
May 14, 2009
This Week In Food
This week in Stick a Fork In It:There was breaking news a-plenty, from Jamie "You Callin' Me Chubby?" Oliver bringing his anti-obesity crusade to the US to Pascal Olhats' imminent arrival at French 75 at Fashion Island to the dismal revelation that only two local bars made it on to Esquire's "Best B ... More >>
News
March 12, 2009
Former Capo Unified Superintendent Didn't Report Swanky Spa Getaway
This week in Stick a Fork In It:There was breaking news a-plenty, from Jamie "You Callin' Me Chubby?" Oliver bringing his anti-obesity crusade to the US to Pascal Olhats' imminent arrival at French 75 at Fashion Island to the dismal revelation that only two local bars made it on to Esquire's "Best B ... More >>
Blogs
March 3, 2009
Woodrow Carter, In Your Facial
The Temecula Creek Inn--with its views of miles of verdant, vine-covered hills, a golf course, sumptuous spa treatments and nearby wine tastings--is a splendid spot for a decadent weekend getaway. In late 2007, about a month after beginning his post as Capistrano Unified School District's newest sup ... More >>
Film
May 15, 2008
[Web Exclusive!] Summer Grows Up: The Season of Big-Budget Bangs Uses Its Brain
The Temecula Creek Inn--with its views of miles of verdant, vine-covered hills, a golf course, sumptuous spa treatments and nearby wine tastings--is a splendid spot for a decadent weekend getaway. In late 2007, about a month after beginning his post as Capistrano Unified School District's newest sup ... More >>
Food
June 7, 2007
The May Gray Blues
The Beachcombers fare doesnt live up to its spectacular, summery setting
Music
November 2, 2006
How You Get Excitement
Kid Congo in a cornfield
Food
February 2, 2006
The Return of the Native
Scampi maestro Massimo Navarretta returns with Onotria
Unknown
September 22, 2005
This Week in Squash
Scampi maestro Massimo Navarretta returns with Onotria
Columns
July 7, 2005
!ASK A MEXICAN!
Scampi maestro Massimo Navarretta returns with Onotria
Food
May 26, 2005
This Week in Randomness
Scampi maestro Massimo Navarretta returns with Onotria
Food
November 25, 2004
Pay More Attention to Falling Notes
Of Vine, wine and conspiratorial romance
Food
July 1, 2004
My City Kicks Your Citys Dining Ass
Dont trust the Times or Pringle: Anaheim is OCs best dining burg
Food
November 27, 2003
Tax Shelters, Riding Crops and Grand Marnier
Dining With the Swells at Gemmells in Dana Point
Food
October 16, 2003
Mona Lisa Lard-Ass
Fat man relives The Shining at Disneys Napa Rose
Film
September 25, 2003
Pale Fire
The quiet determination of Sofia Coppola
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