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Laguna Chefs Share the Love on Valentine’s Day
Yesterday, I was talking to one of our Laguna chefs about Valentine’s Day. Oddly … reservations for Valentine’s Day tend to occur well in advance, while Mother’s Day reservations tend to happen at the last minute. Imagine that. If you’re still putting your plan...
Superbowl Recipes – Personal Favorites from our Chefs – Maro Molteni
I asked local chefs for EASY recipes they whip up themselves when they head out to Superbowl parties. Over the next few days, I'll be posting their go-to favorites that become everyone else's favorites at any party they attend. From Maro Molteni, Royal Hawaiian Fire...
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Oi! Jack Sparrow’s Ship Invites You Aboard!
If you’re a Pirates of the Caribbean fan, here’s your chance to walk in Jack Sparrow’s shoes (preferably not shambling as he does). In fact, even Spock fans will find this an equally interesting tidbit: This coming weekend, the Ocean Institute is enjoying one last...
Melanie Griffith stars as Mrs. Robinson in The Graduate, opening Feb 21 At Playhouse
Laguna Playhouse will be opening its fifth show this 97th season – The Graduate – starring Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Melanie Griffith, as Mrs. Robinson. Ovation Award-winner Michael Matthews is the director. The Graduate will run in a...
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The scoop on the incoming Broadway Restaurant in Laguna Beach
[singlepic id=413 w=320 h=240 mode=watermark float=right]Remember the days when you used to sit feverishly by the phone, scratching at your teenage pimples, waiting for THE minute when you could call in to win free tickets to the Journey concert? Nowadays, all of us...
Starfish restaurant begins Take-Out Service, lunches soon
[singlepic id=409 w=320 h=240 mode=watermark float=right]The other night, after running a few errands, I decided to pop into Starfish Asian Cuisine for a quick bite. As I've written previously, Starfish opened in South Laguna Beach's Albertson's shopping center across...
Acai Bowl at Laguna’s Active Culture a great breakfast alternative
When the little shop, Active Culture, opened in Laguna Beach's former video corner store at Anita St. and PCH, I didn't rush right down. Active Culture boasts a number of daily frozen yogurt flavors, and I hear they're quite wonderful, but we have A LOT of frozen...
Mosun’s Sushi closed in Laguna Beach
[singlepic id=365 w=320 h=240 mode=watermark float=right] Mosun Sushi, the great sushi restaurant beneath "Club M" in Central Laguna Beach has unexpectedly closed its doors. I've tried calling every extension in their book … I've run down to see if I can catch anyone...
The Rooftop’s winning combo: expanded menu, expansive views
This last week, my best friend, Lisa, and I stopped in for a quick lunch at The Rooftop. [singlepic id=208 w=320 h=240 mode=watermark float=right]The Rooftop (which I’ve covered before for fabulous Happy Hour venues), sits on top of the Casa del Camino hotel in Laguna...
Nick’s Laguna Beach changes its menu
[singlepic id=289 w=320 h=240 mode=watermark float=right]Last night, I was in Nick’s Restaurant in Laguna Beach with friends from Denver. Same rowdy buzz, same friendly service BUT they’ve changed up their menu. No more fabulous beet salad! No more award-winning short...
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Coolest Week of Art Returns to Laguna Beach Plein Air Invitational
Laguna Beach's famed Plein Air Invitational changed hands this year from the Laguna Art Museum to the Laguna Plein Air Painter's Association. Happily, only a few factors have changed in the switcheroo, and on Sunday, October 13, more than 40 of the country's top...
Broadway Restaurant Celebrates 2-Year Anniversary
It's hard to believe that The Broadway Restaurant in Laguna Beach is already at the two-year mark. Chef Amar Santana and his crew came in with an open throttle, and they haven't backed off since. This restaurant seems to always be busy, from its opening doors to...
Garden Walking Tour This Saturday
Laguna Nursery's Ruben Flores is at it again with a Garden Walking Tour that "celebrates the classics" THIS Saturday (tomorrow!), Sept. 7th. Just meet at the Nursery at 10:00 a.m. with your walking shoes on, and prepare yourself for a real treat. With Ruben at the...
Taste of Laguna on Sept. 18th with Pancho Sanchez
The ever-popular Chamber of Commerce's "Taste of Laguna" had gotten so large that it had to find new stomping grounds for its Taste & Business Expo. This year, you'll find The Taste at the Festival fairgrounds (where Pageant of the Masters occurs). Delighted with...
An Elephant Parade You Don’t Want to Miss in Dana Point
Every now and then, I've got to tell you about a great happening in another town - the Elephant Parade in Dana Point is one you don't want to miss. … Not that it's very easy to miss. Just about anywhere you drive in Dana Point, you're going to find charming,...
A Night Under the Stars to Save the Seals! The Marine Mammal Gala
The Annual Pacific Marine Mammal Gala is still nearly six weeks away (Sunday, Sept. 28th), yet all but a few remaining tables are already spoken for. This popular fundraising event for the Pacific Marine Mammal Center takes place again this year at The Ranch, which...
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