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 A replica of one of England’s oldest country inns, Five Crowns in Corona del Mar is a place of candlelight and cozy fireplaces…where good cheer and warm hospitality invite you to leave your cares at the door. Five Crowns is a perfect place to go for special occasions and holidays!
In a celebration of holiday sights, sounds, tastes and traditions, The Balboa Bay Club and Resort (BBC&R) will dazzle guests from Thanksgiving through New Year’s with a variety of events inside and around the Resort.
The Distinguished Restaurants of North America (DiRoNA) has chosen Napa Rose, the nationally recognized gourmet restaurant in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa at Disneyland Resort, to receive a 2007 DiRoNA Award of Excellence, one of the most sought-after accolades in the restaurant industry. DiRoNA Awards are distributed annually to restaurants throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico that offer outstanding food, wine, service and hospitality. This is the second time that Napa Rose has received the DiRoNA Award.
Pinkberry, the popular frozen yogurt that celebrities and others line up for, is set to open at Fashion Island in early December. Pinkberry is non-fat and comes in plain and green tea flavors, with a variety of healthy toppings available, including fresh fruit, cereal and nuts. The store will feature Pinkberry’s signature look of a bright interior that is minimal and modern. Music will add a high energy feel, featuring highlights from the ’80s, with a remixed sound. Pinkberry will be located next to American Rag and across from Toy Boat, near the Iris Fountain.
Those making plans for their company or family holiday gatherings are in luck. Stonefire Grill, with 5 Southern California locations, has expanded its catering menu with an impressive assortment of packages that start as low as $6.99 per person for orders accommodating 10 or more.
Want to learn the secret techniques in preparing exotic Thai food? Sign up for a cooking class with restauranteur of the year Sam Tila at Royal Thai Cuisine located in Newport Beach and Laguna Beach.
Cheesemakers, winemakers and specialty food purveyors from across the country are preparing for the premiere of the American Cheesemaker Awards, Nov. 15-18 at the Fairmont Newport Beach.
Anaheim Ducks fans have one more reason to celebrate their Stanley Cup Champions this season, as Ruby’s Diner, a Southern California institution famous for 1940s-inspired American dishes, opens at Honda Center!
New from Hashigo restaurants comes Hashigo Sushi in Huntington Beach. Hashigo founder, Jimmy Suh, is proud to offer new wave fusion sushi in a hip zen-like atmosphere. Breathing new life into The 5 Points Plaza in Huntington Beach, Hashigo sushi is not your ordinary sushi restau-rant but a superb dining experience.
Hashigo also serves up contemporary Korean food at their Hashigo Korean Kitchen location in Costa Mesa. Korean food is the newest food trend to hit Southern California, and it’s a must-try for any food enthusiast.
The Dinner A’fare is a gourmet studio kitchen with meal prep stations complete with recipes, fresh ingredients, spices, measuring cups and spoons. During your 2-hour session, you’ll assemble 12 family-sized healthy and delicious entrees to take home and place in your freezer. Two new locations are opening soon at The Terrace in Ladera Ranch and Woodbury Town Center in Irvine.
BeachFire Bar and Grill, known for its awarding-winning coastal cuisine and energetic vibe, has introduced a new lineup of nightly activities and all new curbside pickup at their Ladera Ranch location. Evenings at BeachFire now include themed nights, raffle prizes, specialty discounted menu items and beverage options, live entertainment from a wide variety of bands and extended happy hour prices on specific nights!
Z’Tejas, located on the east side of South Coast Plaza, introduced its new Braille menu with the help of a group of young blind men and women who assisted youngsters from the Blind Children’s Learning Center at an event held in their honor.
Pad Thai located at 30486 Avenida de las Banderas was voted Best Thai Restaurant in Rancho Santa Margarita.
KANTINA in Newport Beach now has a great new Happy Hour: Monday-Friday, 4-7pm.
Memphis at The Santora is pleased to announce the addition of a new, exciting culinary and music event called “Dinner with Dave,” a late-night complimentary supper along with a DJ and live musical performance. “Dinner with Dave” takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.
Lucca Café at Quail Hill Village in Irvine has started an International Wine Flights, where wines from Spain, France, Italy and the United States are featured. The Wine Flights allow diners to enjoy 3 21/2-ounce pours of different wines from a particular country. It is a perfect way to taste new wines and enjoy favorites with Lucca’s popular small plates.
Check out Old Vine Café, located at The Camp in Costa Mesa, where you can experience such innovative treats as caramel apple French toast and a pizza omelet. The café offers full service breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a specialty-food and wine shop. Old Vine Café LLC is owned and managed by brothers Mark and Brandon McDonald. They are proud to have a California Certified Organic produce farmer who grows exclusively for the café. t
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