Great Taste Magazine

Rancho Las Lomas
19191 Lawrence Canyon,
CA-92676
(949) 757-3712
www.alz.org

CuisineType : Brazilian, Mexican

A Wild Night At The Copacabana

Join the Alzheimer’s Association of Orange County, as they raise funds for their organization through an affair to remember.

Event includes:

-Live Entertainment

-Gourmet Dining

-Live Auctions

Don’t miss an exciting night and a chance to assist the Alzheimer’s Association.

Please reserve a ticket as they will go fast.

Event Cost: $300

Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar
3350 Avenue of the Arts,
California-92626
(714) 442-8593
silvertrumpetrestaurant.com/

CuisineType : American, Seafood

Lakeside Easter Brunch with Live Jazz Entertainment from Sharon Marie Cline.$39/adult and kids 7-16 years old/$19.Reservations are recommended.

Fuego
700 Queensway Drive,
CA-90802
562-435-7676
www.hotelmayalongbeach.com/

CuisineType : Spanish

Fuego at Hotel Maya rings in spring with an Easter Sunday Champagne brunch celebration for friends, family and guests that also features sensational live Latin jazz on April 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Silver Trumpet Restaurant and Bar
3350 Avenue of the Arts,
California-92626
(714) 442-8593
www.SilverTrumpetRestaurant.com

CuisineType : American, Breakfast

Lakeside Easter brunch with live jazz entertainment from Sharon Marie Cline

Taco Rosa
2632 San Miguel Road,
CA-92660
(949) 720-0980
www.tacorosa.com

CuisineType : Mexican

Tacos and Cocktails for Charity!

Come in March 15th to help Hoag Hospital

Event Includes:

-Cocktails

-Culinary Tastings

-Silent Auctions and Raffles

-Live Music

Художник

Friends Sports Tavern
31911 Dove Canyon Drive,
CA-92679
(949) 709-1010
www.friendssporttavern.com

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill, Burgers

Friends Sports Tavern Introduces: Martinis and Magic Thursdays!

Enjoy a live table side magic show by Ryan D. Schell

Get $5 Martinis, featuring Smirnoff Premium Vodkas

OC Tastefest
88 Fair Drive,
CA-92626
(714) 330-8048
www.octastefest.com

CuisineType : American

OC Tastefest!

Come join the 2 day’s of fun.

May 4th, 5pm-11pm

May 5th, 1pm-10pm

Event Includes:

- Food and Wine Showcase

- Live Entertainment (Local Bands)

- Cook Demonstrations

- Area for Children

Participating Eateries:

- Cucina Alessa

- Salt Creek Grille

- Wahoo’s

- Slaters 50/50

- Port Restaurant

- Wing Stop

- Marrakes

Event Cost:

Regular- $12

* Get your tickets today for half off.

JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
900 W Olympic Blvd,
CA-90015
877-622-3056
www.csupomona.edu/~collins/Uncorked.shtml

CuisineType : Fine Dining

Join us for an evening of celebration as the vibrant hospitality industry of Southern California comes together to honor Sam Nazarian, Founder, Chairman and CEO of sbe, with the Robert Mondavi Wine and Food Award in support of The Collins College of Hospitality Management. With special guests Margrit Mondavi and Tim Leiweke, President and CEO of AEG.

The event will showcase guest chefs, tempting libations, silent and live auctions with design and entertainment by The Disney Event Group and surprises around every corner.

Chef Reception – 6-7:15 p.m.
The Chef Reception will delight guests with a gourmet tasting, specialty cocktails, vintner tastings, a silent auction and live entertainment. The featured chefs will be:

Cleo: Danny Elmaleh, Executive Chef
Katsuya by S+arck: Danny Elmaleh, Executive Chef
LA Market Restaurant: Kerry Simon, “Rock and Roll” Chef and Nona Sivley, Chef de Cuisine
Napa Rose Restaurant, Disneyland Resort: Andrew Sutton, Executive Chef
The Tar Pit by Mark Peel: Jason Fullilove, Executive Chef
The Collins College of Hospitality Management Student Chefs: Scott Rudolph, Executive Chef

Seated Dinner – 7:15 p.m.
While guests are enjoying a seater dinner, Sam Nazarian will be presented with the Robert Mondavi Wine and Food Award by Tim Leiweke, President and CEO of Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) and Margrit Mondavi, Vice President of Cultural Affairs at Robert Mondavi Winery. Guests will also enjoy a live auction and lively entertainment by The Disney Event Group.

A Nightcap to Recap – 9:45 p.m.
The evening will progress to a cocktail reception at a private venue at L.A. Live.

Cocktail attire. For more information, visit http://www.csupomona.edu/~collins/Uncorked.shtml

The Queen Mary
1126 Queens Highway,
CA-90802
(800) 437-2934
www.queenmaryscottish.com

CuisineType : Cal Coast

Annual Scottish Festival & Games Return to the Queen Mary Feb 18-19

Navigate through a sea of Scottish plaid and entertainment as the ship honors its heritage during one of Southern California’s largest celebrations of all things Scottish

With bagpipe bands, Scottish clans, Highland dancing, athletic games, sheepherding, evening concerts and much more, the Queen Mary will celebrate its heritage during the 19th annual Scottish Festival & Games on Feb. 18 and 19 in Long Beach. Scottish Fest BagpipeBand

The most famous ship built on the River Clyde, the iconic Queen Mary exemplifies the fine craftsmanship of Scotland.

The two-day Scottish extravaganza features sheepherding demonstrations, Highland athletics and dancing competitions, dart tournament, full pipe band, historical reenactments, firing demonstrations, as well as Scotch whisky tastings and plenty of authentic Scottish foods and ales.

A colorful grand parade on both Saturday and Sunday will include Scottish clans, massed pipes and drums, as well as special guest Grand Marshals.

During the outdoor festival, visitors can not only walk the decks of the Queen Mary, they can talk ancestral history with members of more than 40 Scottish clans and browse Scottish and Celtic merchandise. An interactive kids’ zone will provide wee lads and lassies the opportunity to get acquainted with Border Collies and other sheepherding breeds.

Ticket Prices:
One-Day Pass: Adult – $18 online / $22 at the event; Seniors/Military – $16 online / $20 at the event; Child (age 5-11) – $12 online / $15 at the event
Two-Day Pass: Adult – $24 online / $28 at the event; Seniors/Military – $22 online / $26 at the event; Child (age 5-11) – $16 online / $20 at the event

Admission includes a Self-Guided Shipwalk Tour and access to the ship’s historic exhibits. Parking is an additional charge. Regular festival hours are Saturday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Outside of regular hours additional activities abound. On Friday, Feb. 17, festival goers 21 and up can join Scotch master Ray Pearson for a single-malt Scotch whisky tasting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25. Also on Friday, guests may enjoy a concert featuring the Scottish and Irish music and humor of Men of Worth. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and admission is $15 per person. On Saturday, Plaidpalooza featuring the Los Angeles Scots Pipe Band will commence at 8 p.m. in the Queen's Salon. This event is free to the public. On Sunday evening, stop by the ship’s famed Observation Bar for a cocktail and informal Ceilidh Piping Competition. Starting at 8 p.m., this is when pipers let down their hair after the formalities of the weekend!

Scottish Festival overnight packages are available for those who wish to stay aboard the Queen Mary for a night or the weekend. The Queen Mary is located at 1126 Queens Highway in Long Beach. For more information, visit www.queenmaryscottish.com or call (800) 437-2934.

Surf City Comedy Club
7227 Edinger Avenue,
CA-92647
(949) 287-3161
www.SurfCityComedyClub.com

CuisineType : Cal Coast

Surf City Comedy Club to Host Valentine’s Day Dinner and Comedy Show in Huntington Beach

· Valentine’s Day night will present a dinner and show featuring comedians seen on Showtime, Tonight Show and Comedy Central

Surf City Comedy Club will hold a special Valentine’s dinner and show for Orange County residents. The dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. and the show kicks off at 8:00 p.m. Performing at the shows are critically acclaimed comedic veterans Tom McGillen (Showtime, Comedy Central and the movie Joe Dirt), Cindy Burns (Tonight Show and one of the OC’s funniest housewives) and Bob Perkell (Showtime).

For Valentine’s Day evening, Surf City Comedy Club will be offering a dinner and show package for guests. Dinner will include a dinner salad and choice of chicken piccata, blackened salmon, or a 9oz. top sirloin steak, as well as two sides and choice of dessert. Also included in the package is a red rose for the lady and a round of Champagne for the happy couple.

Tickets for the dinner and show package are $60 per person.

Surf City Comedy Club is a comedy club venue featuring a wide range of top-rated comedians. More information is available at www.SurfCityComedyClub.com.

When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 (Valentine’s Day)

Time: Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 8:00 p.m.

Location: Surf City Comedy Club (Located inside Endless Food and Fun)
7227 Edinger Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Tickets: Pre-sale tickets are on sale now at the Endless Food and Fun front desk or by phone at (949) 287-3161.

Cost: $60 for the dinner and show package

More Info: Please contact Endless Food and Fun at (714) 377-7671 or Surf City Comedy Club’s direct line at (949) 287-3161.

The Sky Room
40 S. Locust Avenue,
CA-90802
(562) 983-2703
www.theskyroom.com

CuisineType : American, Seafood, Steak

*Limited Seating Available*

Valentine's Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2012

1st Seating 5:30 – 7:30
2nd Seating 8:30 – 10:30

Music: Piano and Saxophone Duo Feat. Dave Applebaum

Long Stem Rose, Box of Chocolate, Glass of Champagne

I

Kumomoto Oysters
Yucca Carrot Chip, Honey Habanero Aioli

II

Fresh Diver Scallops
Cauliflower Puree, Black Truffle Emulsion, Cayenne Oil

III

Scottish Salmon
Heriloom Caramelized Carrots, Corn Puree, Persimmon Vinaigrette

Prime Filet Mignon
Organic Purple Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus, Black Truffles, Port Wine Reduction

Colorado Lamb Loin
Apricots, Walnuts, Lemon Preserves, Cinnamon, Celery Root Puree,Balsamic Reduction

(Vegetarian available upon request)

III

Duo of French Pastries
(inspired by love)

$119.00 per person(excludes tax and service charge)

O'Neill's Bar & Grill
26772 Avery Parkway,
California-92692
949.305.5100
arroyotrabuco.com/specials.aspx

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill

JAQK Cellars Wine Tasting

Thursday, January 19th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Live Entertainment from Howard Westbrook
Raffle
Blind Tasting Contest – Challenge the Chef, Jeff Platt in our Brown Bag Contest

$24.95 per person

Veracruz, Mexico
310-440-8877
www.nancyzaslavsky.com

CuisineType : Mexican

Winter 2012 Tour to Veracruz, Mexico

Thinking of where to take a winter break? Try unwinding with an affordable, sun-soaked Mexican vacation—one packed with world-class food, drink and culture. My small-group tours are great for friends, couples and perfect for singles because everyone feels part of our Mexican food-loving family!

DATES: February 2 to 8, 2012

Veracruz for Fish & Seafood Lovers! Veracruz, on the Gulf of Mexico, is a superb winter travel destination. It's a safe city, warm and welcoming with lots of sunshine and awesome things to do. Kick back in shorts, flip-flops, shades and sunscreen—grab a beer and your new Panama hat—to enjoy the ride! I’ve been bringing small groups of 10 people to Veracruz for over a dozen years tasting some of the most delectable fish and seafood in Mexico. We stay on the waterfront's top hotel with action-packed views of the port in the wildly wonderful coastal city. We're a short stroll to the most exciting, music-filled zócalo in Mexico!

The group enjoys all meals together for a week in great restaurants and my favorite palapa-roof shacks offering a staggering variety of fish and seafood. Our nighttime tacos and tamales crawl is like no other, anywhere—flavors will knock your socks off! You'll love waking up to breakfast coffee at Café de la Parroquía, Mexico's top coffeehouse.

Culturally-speaking, we take a day trip in an air-conditioned van through misty hilly coffee plantations to Jalapa, the state capital, and visit its anthropology museum with stunning contemporary architecture and pre-hispanic art. History buffs also enjoy tours to the fascinating site of Cempoala (also Zempoala), to La Antigua, the first Spanish landing site in Mexico, and to the stunning UNESCO town of Tlacotalpan. Port of Veracruz, Malecón walkway Cempoala (also Zempoala) Evening danzón on the zócalo

$2200. Does not include airfare and inexpensive taxi transport to/from airport/hotel. Fee includes 6 nights hotel (double occupancy, single supplement $400), ALL meals when taken with the group, ALL tastings, demos, tours, museum/site entrance fees and local tour transportation.For more information, please visitwww.nancyzaslavsky.com, 310-440-8877

2087 Broadway,
CO-81507
970-628-8003
www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org

CuisineType : Fine Dining, Winery, Other

Indulge in a journey of eight cleverly crafted SAVORY appetizers created with the Girl Scout's world famous cookies prepared by the Grand Valley's most talented chefs. Each custom creation will be expertly paired with a Colorado wine or specialty cocktail courtesy of Crossroads Wine & Spirits' Sommelier, Monty Haltiner.

2012 marks the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouts and this signature event raises the necessary funds to provide Girl Scouting to girls in Western Colorado, building girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.Enjoy great food, great wine for a great cause. What a fabulous experience for adults to enjoy Girl Scout cookies in a whole new way. Tickets are only $35. You can obtain them by calling 970-242-4461 or email cindi.graves@gscolorado.org.

Leoness Cellars
38311 De Portola Rd,
CA-92592
(951) 302-7601
www.leonesscellars.com/upcoming-events

CuisineType : Winery

Taste n' Tunes on The Patio Featuring: Jazz Artist Bradley Leighton Join us on the patio at Leoness on for live entertainment. First come, first serve.

*NO RSVPS for patio seating

Taste n' Tunes at The Restaurant Come enjoy some delicious wine-country cuisine with your favorite Leoness wineand complimentary live music.

RSVP for large groups only. 951-302-7301 ext 121

"Savor the wine…feel the music!"

Noble Ale Works 1st Anniversary/NOBILITY Release Celebration

Join us Saturday Jan 28, 2012
12pm-4pm

Enjoy our completer lineup of brews alongwith special barrel aged releases, casked beer and, of course, NOBILITY

Casks to be announced

$25 presale-$30 day of the event

Tickets available thru Brown Paper Tickets
www.brownpapertickets.com/event/216845
and at the Brewery

IPA, Pale Ale, Alpha Red
Dark Sybian IPA
NOBILITY
Knight Changer Imperial Stout
A Knight with Wood (Barrel aged Knight Changer)
Alpha Cupa (Barrel Aged Alpha Red)

Included:

• Souvenier Pint Glass
• 7 Sample Tickets
• 1 full serving ticket
• Live music with The Noble Ones

Food Trucks scheduled to be on-site for the big event:

• The Lime Truck
• Baconmania
• Dos Chinos
• Sexy Burger Truck
• Rolling Sushi Van

Designated Drivers $5 admittance fee

Noble Ale Works
1621 S. Sinclair St Ste B,
CA-92806
714-634-2739
www.brownpapertickets.com/event/216845

CuisineType : Brewery, Food Trucks

Free New Year's Eve Party at House of BIG FISH and Ice Cold Beer. Regular & BIG FISH specials served all day. Live entertainment 8 pm to 1 am featuring James Ide and Kevin Leon Smith playing Reggae, Classic Rock, and Hip Hop. Complimentary appetizers & desserts 10 pm to midnight. Complementary toast at midnight. Complementary hats and blow horns.

House of BIG FISH
540 South Coast Highway Suite 200,
CA-92651
(949) 715-4500
www.houseofbigfish.com

CuisineType : Beer Only, Cal Coast, Microbrews, Pub Grub, Seafood

New Years Eve Dinner Special

Posch Restaurant invites you to our first annual New Years Eve Surf 'n Turf dinner:

FOR NYE PARTY:

Posch
18912 MacArthur Blvd.,
CA-92612
(949) 833-1900
www.poschrestaurant.com/

CuisineType : Seafood, Steak.

Port Restaurant and Bar
440 Heliotrope Ave.,
CA-92625
949.723.9685
www.portcdm.com/

CuisineType : Cal Coast

Starfish 2012 New Year's Celebration

Come join the fun Saturday, December 31, 2011. We're celebrating 2011 until midnight, then partying on into 2012. Join us for dinner and libations & ring in the New Year Starfish style.

We will be offering an exotic tour of Asia menu featuring select entrees from 5 different regions.

1st Seating: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

2nd Seating: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

3rd Seating: 9:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Third seating is when we get the party started with music to get you moving & delicious complimentary libations to toast to the new year! Choose from our: "Sea Bubbles" champagne & blue caracou cocktail or the ravenous "Red Dragon" martini.

This celebration is not to be missed…we're going to make our first New Year's the best.

Reservations: 949-715-9200

Starfish
30832 S. Pacific Coast Hwy,
CA-92651
949-715-9200
www.starfishlaguna.com

CuisineType : American, Asian

After all the Thanksgiving dinners and holiday feasts, it’s time to put down those pots and pans and celebrate the New Year the Stefan Richter way. Go ahead and pour the champagne, light the sparklers and sing the traditional “Auld Lang Syne” amid the casual sophistication of Stefan’s at L.A. Farm!

The restaurant is offering two seating’s to celebrate the New Year’s Eve festivities: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m., and 8:30 p.m.-midnight. The menu includes the following:

• Celery and rabbit ravioli
• House cured salmon Carpaccio with Finnish mustard and egg mousse
• Maine lobster and pea risotto with Gewürztraminer foam Rye crusted local halibut with spuds and beets
• Whole roasted beef tenderloin with black truffle mash, hollandaise and roasted parsnips
• Dessert includes: red wine lollipop, Valrhona mousse and chocolate cake

The 5:30 p.m. seating is $59 per person, and the 8:30pm seating is $79 per person. The optional wine pairing is available for an additional $30 per person. For those looking to ring in the New Year with Stefan, the 8:30 p.m. seating will also feature a German tradition – complimentary goulash soup and baguette served outside for a midnight snack – along with live entertainment provided by the Rick Vittallo Trio beginning at 9:00 p.m.

Stefan’s at L.A. Farm is located at 3000 Olympic Blvd. at Stewart. Complimentary parking available. Call (310) 449-4000 for reservations. For more information, visit www.stefansrestaurants.com

Stefan's at L.A. Farm
3000 Olympic Blvd,
CA-90404
(310) 449-4000
www.stefansrestaurants.com

CuisineType : Continental, Steak

Gratuity not included in price. Limited quantities of each package available. To purchase, call our reservations line: (818) 980-2555 ext. 2 or email reservations@thefederalbar.com or purchase tickets online at www.thefederalbar.com.

The Federal Bar
5303 Lankershim Blvd,
CA-91601
818-980-2555
www.thefederalbar.com

CuisineType : American, Pub Grub

Gratuity not included in price. Limited quantities of each package available. To purchase, call our reservations line: (818) 980-2555 ext. 2 or email reservations@thefederalbar.com or purchase tickets online at www.thefederalbar.com.

The Federal Bar
5303 Lankershim Blvd,
CA-91601
818-980-2555
www.thefederalbar.com

CuisineType : American, Pub Grub

To ring in 2012, Locanda del Lago—located on the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica—will host a “Bursting with Bubbles” party and five-course dinner on New Year’s Eve (December 31, 2011) from 9-11 p.m. ($89 per person, including a complimentary glass of Prosecco; $139 includes bottomless Pommery Champagne; limited à la carte menu served from 4-8 p.m.).

The New Year’s Eve fête will also feature an extensive selection of Champagne and sparkling wines by the glass, $25 bottles of Pommery Pop Splits, a live DJ, dancing, midnight toast, and optional $15 overnight parking (with next-day pickup from 5-10 p.m.).

Locanda del Lago
231 Arizona Avenue,
CA-90401
310.451.3525
www.lagosantamonica.com

CuisineType : Italian