As a dedicated foodie and restaurant reviewer, there’s nothing better in life than discovering a truly talented chef who doesn’t take himself (or herself) too seriously. This is largely the reason why I adore Laguna chefs such as Studio’s Craig Strong, Splashes’ David...
It’s such a delight to see our two newest Laguna restaurants – Centrál Coastal Peruvian and Gu Ramen Taps & Tapas – succeeding right out of the gate. Both bring new, international flavors to this town of ours, and they both get started early in the day with doors...
A few weeks ago when I published my ” 11 Restaurants Opening in Laguna Beach” article, I sadly missed the reporting of Sergio’s new Empanadas shop, which will be situating itself next to Penguin Restaurant at 977 S. Coast Highway. When I missed the...
In 2007, when Chef Azmin Ghahreman landed the anchor restaurant space at the revamped Pottery Place, his “comfort cuisine” immediately raised the level of culinary in this town. From his opening day at Sapphire Restaurant, Chef Azmin has consistently innovated one of...
While we all love Maro Wood Grill, something really special happens on the 29th of every month (that would be tomorrow, Wednesday, if you’re paying attention). It’s Gnocchi night! Actually spelled the traditional way – “noquis” – in this Argentinian foodie...
So, here’s how the search for the best margaritas in Laguna Beach began … I polled my thousands of readers and they told me where to go. I then faithfully donated by gall bladder to science in an effort to taste test their votes. Comment your thoughts, please....