Beyond the Cocktail with Michael Rooney of The Hall Global Eatery
“The Ori-san was the one drink I most enjoyed creating.” – Michael Rooney, Beverage Director, The Hall Global Eatery Linked …
Family, Wine and Melodies with Ali Coyle of Fable & Spirit
“Wine is a cocktail made by nature.” – Ali Coyle, Sommelier and Director of Wines, Fable & Spirit As Director …
Glory in the Garden: Chef Amy Lebrun’s Ode to Earth at Lido Bottle Works
Despite making the jaunt to Newport’s Lido Marina Village for lunch and brunch, evening service is where Chef Amy Lebrun …
Strike a Pose: Chef Tony Esnault is Poised to Rule at Knife Pleat
There’s a new designer on the Penthouse level of Costa Mesa’s fashion mecca. Familiar in Los Angeles culinary circles, the …
Mastering a Trifecta: Fable & Spirit Brings South County Savvy to Newport
Residents of Rancho Santa Margarita are already familiar with the cuisine of Chef David Shofner. Owned and operated by the …
Reinventing a Classic: Royal Hawaiian Fire Grill
It’s late afternoon as we found ourselves just north of the bustle that is downtown Laguna. Stepping into the iconic …
Showing Respect: An Ingredient-Driven Destination
Journeyman’s Food + Drink Chef Zach Geerson shapes the dining scene “Believe in yourself and create something that in your …
An Eye for Detail: Watertable’s Manfred Lassahn
Watertable exudes the comfort of dining in a home, and, along with its well-thought-out cuisine, makes for a stellar restaurant …
Come Famiglia (Like Family)
At Louie’s by the Bay, Piero Selvaggio is the epitome of hospitality Despite their online presence proclaiming the cuisine “pasta …
Revisiting Prego’s Classic Fare
A Well-Seasoned Establishment Philanthropy. Perseverance. Perfectionist. Prego Mediterranean may have changed their address, but Executive Chef/Partner Ugo Allesina’s hospitable nature …