Now that we’re officially in June and the “gloom” doesn’t even seem to be lingering, it’s time to start celebrating summer. There’s nothing more fitting for this particular topic than a check-in on the glorious Dolce Gelato on Broadway. Frankly, there’s nothing like...
If you’ll remember from my first review on Chef Andrew Gruel’s wonderful Slapfish Restaurant, our dear Mr. Gruel isn’t just about the food. This whole shebang began with his interest in sustainable seafood. He was quite the astute researcher, flying...
About 14 years ago, my first friend in Laguna Beach, Lisa, took me to lunch at Sushi Laguna on Ocean Avenue. On her strong recommendation, the “Monkey Balls” was my very first order. I have not been the same person since. Now, granted, Monkey Balls are one of the...
After a few weeks of dialing in her new restaurant, Ivory Restaurant Owner Marsha Benson is ready to party. (My initial review is here: Ivory Restaurant) Beginning Friday, June 13th through Thursday, June 19th, Ivory is celebrating its official grand opening with 50%...
Believe it or not, more than 35 Laguna Beach restaurants serve up breakfast at least two times a week. That’s a whopping number of options, but when people ask me for one of the BEST breakfasts in Laguna, I answer: Anastasia Cafe. Anastasia Cafe’s is a gracious,...
When people ask me about my favorite restaurants in Laguna Beach, I mention my top five. K’ya Bistro – on the lobby level of the Casa del Camino hotel – is one of them. In fact, I’d even go so far as to say it’s in my Top Two. I’ve waxed euphoric about K’ya’s Chef...