Great Taste Magazine

Kelly’s
5716 E 2nd St,
CA-90803
562.433.4983
www.kellysofnaples.com/

CuisineType : American, Fine Dining

Prix Fixe, multi-course wine dinner with Coppola Wines.

TAPS Fish House & Brewery
2745 Lakeshore Drive,
CA-92883
951-277-5800
www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/

CuisineType : American, Brewery, Seafood

TAPS in Corona proudly hosts the JUSTIN Winery of Paso Robles and a sumptuous five-course wine dinner on March 10, beginning at 7pm. Start off with mozzarella ball and roasted heirloom tomatoes, paired with 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, next a hare and mushroom salad with 2008 Syrah, and the third course features pink peppercorn dusted spot prawns with 2008 Justification. The next course is prochetta, a ricotta cavatelli and grilled spring onions, paired with 2008 Isosceles, and lastly, a dark chocolate terrine with 2009 Obtuse to finish. Cost: $85 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. For reservations, call 951-277-5800 or online:http://www.tapsfishhouse.com/corona/<br

TAPS Fish House & Brewery
2745 Lakeshore Drive,
CA-92883
951-277-5800
www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/

CuisineType : American, Brewery, Seafood

TAPS in Corona proudly hosts the JUSTIN Winery of Paso Robles and a sumptuous five-course wine dinner on March 10, beginning at 7pm. Start off with mozzarella ball and roasted heirloom tomatoes, paired with 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, next a hare and mushroom salad with 2008 Syrah, and the third course features pink peppercorn dusted spot prawns with 2008 Justification. The next course is prochetta, a ricotta cavatelli and grilled spring onions, paired with 2008 Isosceles, and lastly, a dark chocolate terrine with 2009 Obtuse to finish. Cost: $85 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. For reservations, call 951-277-5800 or online:http://www.tapsfishhouse.com/corona/<br

TAPS Fish House & Brewery
101 E. Imperial Highway,
CA-92821
714-257-0101
www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/

CuisineType : American, Brewery, Seafood

TAPS in Brea proudly hosts the JUSTIN Winery of Paso Robles and a sumptuous five-course wine dinner on March 15, beginning at 6:30pm. Start off with 20 year old aged balsamic vinegar and liquid mozzarella on housemade bruschetta, paired with 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, next a foie gras polenta cake and fresh sliced truffles with a 2008 Syrah. The third course features Santa Barbara spotted prawn and cauliflower panna cotta, paired with 2008 Justification, then slow roasted suckling pig with 2008 Isosceles, and lastly, an array of tasty sweet bites, tiramisu and chocolate fondue, paired with 2009 Obtuse, to finish . For reservations call 714-257-0101 or online: http://www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/<br

TAPS Fish House & Brewery
101 E. Imperial Highway,
CA-92821
714-257-0101
www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/

CuisineType : American, Brewery, Seafood

TAPS in Brea proudly hosts the JUSTIN Winery of Paso Robles and a sumptuous five-course wine dinner on March 15, beginning at 6:30pm. Start off with 20 year old aged balsamic vinegar and liquid mozzarella on housemade bruschetta, paired with 2010 Sauvignon Blanc, next a foie gras polenta cake and fresh sliced truffles with a 2008 Syrah. The third course features Santa Barbara spotted prawn and cauliflower panna cotta, paired with 2008 Justification, then slow roasted suckling pig with 2008 Isosceles, and lastly, an array of tasty sweet bites, tiramisu and chocolate fondue, paired with 2009 Obtuse, to finish . For reservations call 714-257-0101 or online: http://www.tapsfishhouse.com/brea/<br

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 Ritz Carlton
1 Ritz-Carlton Dr.,
California-92629
(949) 240-2000
www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/LagunaNiguel

CuisineType : Eclectic, Other

Experience how ordinary ingredients found at any market can be turned into an extraordinary menu. Chef Jimenez showcases how it’s not the ingredients, but rather what is done with the ingredients than can make for a true culinary experience.

Locanda Del Lago
231 Arizona Ave,
CA-90401
(310) 451-3525
www.lagosantamonica.com

CuisineType : Italian

This Months Morso della Bestia – Muscovy Duck

Join Locanda Del Lago for this months 5-course meal, featuring Muscovy Duck.

Menu includes:

Antipasto: Housemade Duck Pâté with Pink Lady apple-mustard compote

Primo: Duck and Farro Soup with fresh chervil

Piatto di Mezzo: Housemade Duck Ravioli with shallot confit reduction

Secondo: Roasted Duck Breast with espresso sauce and sautéed Swiss chard

Dolce: Almond Custard Brûlée Event

Event Cost:

$70 per person, includes unlimited litros of house red and white wine.

$54 per person, without wine option

Pasadena’s restaurant community opens its doors for the second Pasadena Restaurant Week which takes place from Sunday, March 25 through Friday, March 30, 2012. For more information on this event, visit:

http://www.pasadenarestaurantweek.com/

Park Hyatt
7100 Aviara Resort Dr.,
California-92011
760-448-1234

CuisineType : American, Steak

Join the Carlsbad Resort for an educational evening of fine dining with Southern California’s leading purveyor of natural beef.

Silverlake Wine
2395 Glendale Blvd. #A,
CA-90039
323.662.9024

CuisineType : Asian

WHAT: Common Grains will host a soba-mae sake tasting at Silverlake Wine where guests will have the opportunity to try five varietals of sake and cuisine by Sonoko Sakai and Mutsuko Soma of Common Grains. Five types of sake will be paired with specialty dishes including yakitori with shitake mushrooms, market fresh vegetables with tofu-sesame dipping sauce and mini grilled onigiri. Silverlake Wine’s sake specialist, Kris Elliott, will be on-hand to educate guests on sake during the event.

WHERE: Silverlake Wine is located at 2395 Glendale Blvd. #A Los Angeles, CA 90039

WHEN: Sunday, February 19, 2012 from 3-4:30 p.m.

COST: $20 per person for five sake tastings and four food pairings

RESERVATIONS: RSVP to Silverlake Wine at 323.662.9024

Thornton Winery
32575 Rancho California Road,
CA-92591
(951) 699-0099
thorntonwine.com

CuisineType : Winery

Romantic Rendezvous
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
7:00 pm $ 85.00 Plus tax and tip

Are your readers looking for the perfect Valentine's Day plan? Whether they're hoping to create some new sparks, looking for a special way to treat their Valentine, or just want to celebrate single life, we've got them covered!

Sparkle all night at your own private table. Thornton Winery and Cafe Champagne offer a decadent, candlelight dinner in the elegant Champagne Lounge, Vineyard View Room or Champagne Caves. Each course will take the senses to new heights. Dreamy music will drift through the winery as couples make beautiful music of their own.

Romantic Rendezvous

Amuse Bouche
Thornton NV Brut

Lobster and Avocado Parfait
Hearts of Palm, Choron Sauce
Thornton 2010 Viognier

Petite Filet Mignon & Sea Bass
Beurre Rouge
Caramelized Mushroom Ragout
Herb Roasted Baby Potatoes
Thornton 2010 Cabernet Franc

Belgian Chocolate Pot de Creme
Fresh Raspberries, Champagne Sabayon
Thornton 2010 Muscat Canelli

Reservations: Online at thorntonwine.com or (951) 699-0099

LUCCA
6507 Quail Hill Parkway,
CA-92603
949.725.1773
www.luccacafe.net/

CuisineType : Continental, French, Italian

At LUCCA there’s only one way to the heart – through the stomach. Husband-and-wife team Elliott and Cathy Pavlos have built LUCCA with lots of heart, which means great attention to its seasonal menu, reminiscent of a Euro bistro, complete with an exquisite wine bar. This year, they showcase their offerings through a truly heartwarming Valentine’s Weekend Dinner Tasting Menu on Tuesday, February 14th and every couple dining at LUCCA that night will receive a $25 gift certificate to use at a later date!

The special Valentine’s Dinner Menu courses may be ordered as à la carte specials on Friday, February 10th through Monday, February 13th alongside LUCCA’s regular dinner menu, and on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14, as the only menu for the evening. The expandable menu is $65 per guest for an American 4-course or $71.50 for a European 5-course or $79 for a European 6-course. A full 4-course vegetarian menu is available for guests.

Those who would like wine paired with their meal may add wine pairings, chosen especially for this menu, for $20 per guest, or Elliott’s reserve pairings of premium wines for $35 per guest. All prices exclude tax, gratuity and additional beverages. Vegetarian options are available, as are cheeseboard addition and wine flight upgrades for every course. Reservations are highly recommended and gift certificates will not be accepted for this holiday tasting menu.

Valentine’s Dinner Tasting Menu
“ATTRACTIVE OPPOSITES AND OTHER NICETIES”
Tuesday, February 14
(menu items available à la carte and alongside regular menu Feb 10-13)

On the table
Crostini, gougeres and olive crisps…oh my!

Amuse(d)
House grappa and herb cured wild salmon gravlax stuffed avocado, oven roasted tomatoes, fennel pollen and cilantro-lime aioli

Rich and Spicy
Lobster bisque with a spicy peri peri swirl and creme fraiche

Bold and mostly Wild
Porcini crusted petite Black Canyon filet mignon, mustard cognac bearnaise, wild mushrooms, all natural pork tenderloin with a coffee-two chili rub, caramelized onions, port wine reduction, roasted garlic Yukon gold potato mash, local asparagus

We had you at Hello
Handmade double trouble sorbet duo with a scoop of dark chocolate and a scoop of fresh raspberry-chocolate chunk
and
Lucca’s favorite mini Euro pastries and chocolate strawberries …as always, Lavazza Italian coffee

**Every couple dining with us on Valentine’s Day will receive a $25 Gift Certificate to come back to Lucca to experience our regular menu

65. per person without wines; 20 per person for wine pairings
complete vegetarian menu available
Wine Flight upgrades available 15.
Artisan Charcuterie and Antipasto Plates available for the table 13.
Cheeseboard with Artisan and Imported Cheeses, Chutneys, Sweet Bread and Seasonal Fruit available for the Table 15.

Guests should make reservations by calling 949.725.1773.

The Matador Cantina
111 Harbor Blvd,
CA-92832
714.871.8226
www.thematador.com

CuisineType : Mexican

Join us for our special off-menu Vodka pairing dinner by executive chef David Dennis

The 5-course menu will be wonderfully paired with a selection of handcrafted Vodka-based cocktails by lead mixologist David Valiante

By reservation only at 714.871.8226. $55 plus tax & gratuity. Limited to only 30 guests

STARTER

Salad – crab, sweet corn, egg & arugula with roasted beet vinaigrette
Paired with Tangerine Grapefruit Press cocktail – Absolut Ruby Red Grapefruit vodka, fresh tangerine juice, touch of house-made simple syrup, soda water top, and finished with a fresh tarragon garnish

SECOND COURSE

Pork Lentil Soup
Paired with California Sangria – Absolut Grapevine vodka, touch of peach schnapps, pineapple juice, fresh apple & oranges, topped with Moscato wine

THIRD COURSE

Smoked salmon blini with black caviar
Paired with Vineyard Breeze cocktail – Absolut vodka, Acai Berry liqueur, hand-muddled fresh red grapes, lemon juice, house-made simple syrup with a Champagne finish, garnished with a fresh basil leaf

ENTRÉE

Smoked duck breast topped with currant chutney, with wild rice & baby carrots
Paired with Black Mule cocktail – Absolut Kurrant (blackberry infused vodka), fresh lemon juice, orange bitters & finished with an Australian ginger beer, garnished with a fresh lemon zest

DESSERT

House-made lemon curd tart
Paired with Nutty Expression cocktail – Absolut Vanilla vodka, Frangelico, served hot with fresh coffee topped with whip cream, finished with a raw sugar/ lemon zest sprinkle

The Golden Truffle
1767 Newport Blvd.,
CA-92627
(949) 645-9970
www.goldentruffle.com/

CuisineType : Eclectic

Valentine Menu
Tuesday, February 14, 2012

DINNER

1st COURSE

Heirloom Tomato Bisque with Gruyere Gratin

Petite Iceberg Lettuce & Tomato Salad with Black Truffle Buttermilk Dressing

Fresh White Shrimp Tostada, Green Tomato Salsa & Avocado Cream

ENTREE

Nebraskan Prime Boneless Short Rib, Root Vegetables & Hourseradish Jus

Spinach & Ricotta Cheese Rotelo with, Sweet Peas & Parmesan Broth

Sauteed Organic Breast of Chicken, Lemon Couscous & Wild Herbs

Sautéed Scottish Wild King Salmon with Brie Champagne Dill Beurre Blanc

DESSERT

Lavender Gelato Afterglow with Rose Petal Paper

Cuban Dark Chocolate Pot d’Crème with Almond Blackberry Compote

Meyer Lemon Butter Tart with Passion Fruit Cream

$55 Per Person
Excludes Beverages, Tax & Gratuity

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Meritage at Callaway
32720 Rancho California Rd,
CA-92591
951-587-8889
www.callawaywinery.com

CuisineType : Winery

Enjoy a romantic dinner this Valentine’s at Meritage at Callaway. On Wednesday, February 14th, Chef Mike Henry will offer guests a special Valentine’s Pre Fixe dinner menu with seating at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m..

A rose presentation greets every lady that will be joining us this evening. Once seated, an Amuse Bouche, or small bite, will be brought to the table paired with a glass of Callaway Special Selection 2008 Bella Blanc. The 1st Course, guests will have the choice of: Winter Greens with Fennel, Radish, Butternut Squash, Toasted Walnut Bread and Pomegranate Vinaigrette – Or -Puree of Carrot Soup with Cashew and Cream Cheese Wonton. Both will be paired with a glass of Callaway Special Selection 2009 Chardonnay. Guests will then choose their Entrée of either Seared Dry Packed Scallops Au Poivre with Maitre d’ Butter, Swiss Chard and Red Wine and Mascarpone Risotto Fritter – Or – Smoked Dry Aged Top Sirloin with Demi Glaze, Manchego and Chive Potato, Green Beans and Baby Carrots. Both paired with a glass of Callaway Winemaker’s Reserve 2008 Calliope Red. Guests will end the evening with a decedent dessert featuring a Cream Puff Pastry with Toasted Almond, Chocolate Ganache and Berry Compote paired with a glass of Callaway 2010 Late Harvest Cabernet Sauvignon and coffee service.

Price per person: $75.00 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 951-587-8889 or online at www.callawaywinery.com under Meritage at Callaway’s page. Vegetarian selections available.

French 75 Bistro & Champagne Bar
1464 S Coast Hwy,
CA-92651
949-494-8444
www.french75.net

CuisineType : French Bistro

Valentine’s Menu presented by Chef Gregory Moro

Rated #1 Most Romantic Restaurant (LA & OC)

February 14th
4 Course Menu
$95 per person (tax & gratuity not included)

~Amuse Bouche~

First Course

Grilled Prawn Salad
grilled romaine lettuce, bacon-wrapped prawns, bell pepper, honey-dijon dressing

Beet Salad
herb goat cheese, garlic roasted almonds, balsamic reduction

Lobster Bisque
terragon beet cream

Second Course
(served February 14th ONLY)

Foie Gras Terrine
grilled pineapple, passion fruit puree, verjus pearls, warm brioche

Freshly Shucked Oysters
champagne, mango mignonette

Roasted Scallops au Champagne
bacon potato risotto, garlic emulsion, lobster sauce

Entree

Filet Mignon Rossini
mushroom-crusted filet, seared foie gras, roasted fingerlings, truffle cognac demi-glace

Loup De Mer
red beet wine baked sea bass, champagne risotto, sauteed vegetables, saffron crust

Lobster Duo
stuffed lobster shell, truffle bacon mornay sauce, lobster claw risotto, white cheddar emulsion

Dessert

Rhubarb Creme Brulee
fresh berries

Raspberry Harlequin Souffle
vanilla, raspberry sauce

Reservations: 949-494-8444

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.

Savannah Chop House
32441 Golden Lantern,
CA-92677
949-493-7107
savannahchophouse.net

CuisineType : Steak

Share the Love with Your Valentine at Savannah Chop House
4 Course Menu
$ 79.00 per person
Live Music by Le Grand Barr
Free Rose for the Ladies

Amuse Bouche (Amuse the Mouth)

Stuffed cherry tomato, smoked Scottish Salmon Mousse

Pickled onion, pink sea salt and heart shape coulis.

Appetizers

Classic Caesar Salad
Lemon Caesar dressing, thyme crotons, fried capers and parmesan cheese

Or

Valentines Hearts of Palm Salad
Sliced Pink Grapefruit, Pistachios, Sherry Vinaigrette

Or

Lobster Butternut Squash Bisque
Truffle cream and red pomegranate seeds

Entrée

Filet Mignon And Alaskan King Crab
Presented Oscar Style, topped with butter poached King Crab, grilled white asparagus, champagne béarnaise, gingered duchess sweet potatoes

Or

Lobster Loving Couple
Broiled Maine lobster tail and lobster white truffle risotto, andouille stuffed peach

Or

Dover Sole Almandine
Imported Dover Sole, lemon brown butter, California local almonds, yellow wax beans bundle

Or

Applewood Smoked Prime Rib
Served with white truffle mash potato, asparagus, heart shaped sun dried tomato biscuit, a jus, creamy horseradish sauce.

Dessert

White Chocolate Crème Brule and dark Valrhona Chocolate Dipped Strawberry
White Godiva chocolate liquor, hint of an orange zest.

Savannah Chop House
32441 Golden Lantern,
CA-92677
949.493.7107
www.savannahchophouse.net/

CuisineType : Steak

Share the Love with Your Valentine at Savannah Chop House
3 Course Menu
$ 65.00 per person

Appetizers

Classic Caesar Salad Lemon
Caesar dressing, thyme crotons, fried capers and parmesan cheese

Or

Valentines Hearts of Palm Salad
Sliced Pink Grapefruit, Pistachios, Sherry Vinaigrette

Or

Lobster Butternut Squash Bisque
Truffle cream and red pomegranate seeds

Entrée

Filet Mignon And Alaskan King Crab
Presented Oscar Style, topped with butter poached King Crab, grilled white asparagus, champagne béarnaise, gingered duchess sweet potatoes
Additional 10

Or

Lobster Loving Couple
Broiled Maine lobster tail and lobster white truffle risotto, andouille stuffed peach

Or

Dover Sole Almandine
Imported Dover Sole, lemon brown butter, California local almonds, yellow wax beans bundle

Or

Applewood Smoked Prime Rib
Served with white truffle mash potato, asparagus, heart shaped sun dried tomato biscuit, a jus, creamy horseradish sauce.

Dessert

White Chocolate Crème Brule and dark Valrhona Chocolate Dipped Strawberry
White Godiva chocolate liquor, hint of an orange zest.

Parker's Lighthouse & The Queensview Steakhouse
435 Shoreline Village Dr.,
CA-90802
562-432-6500
www.parkerslighthouse.com

CuisineType : Seafood

PARKERS’ LIGHTHOUSE AND QUEENSVIEW STEAKHOUSE

Prescribe the Ideal Valentine’s Destination

“If Music Be the Food of Love…Play On”

~ Live Jazz ~

You're probably wondering what to buy that special someone in your life this Valentine's Day. There's nothing like the gift of sharing a romantic location with breathtaking views to melt the heart of your perfect partner.

As you make your Valentine plans, consider celebrating in style at Parkers’ Lighthouse. One location, two ways to experience the night. Enjoy Tuesday, February 14, in the Main Dining Room or celebrate at Queensview Steakhouse on the third floor of Parkers’ Lighthouse. Plus there will be live entertainment at the Queensview from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. T

hese Prix Fixe menus are sure to put you in a romantic mood:

QUEENSVIEW STEAKHOUSE VALENTINES DAY 2012

$85 per person for a Four-Course Dinner
includes Amuse Bouche, the Chef’s Fresh Creation to Arouse the Palate
Live Jazz at the Queensview

or

PARKERS’ LIGHTHOUSE VALENTINES DAY 2012

$60 per person for a Three-Course Dinner and Shared Dessert in the Main Dining Room

Reservations are suggested for both Parkers’ Lighthouse Main Dining Room and for The Queensview Steakhouse. Please call 562-432-6500. Call the restaurant for details on Parkers’ complimentary shuttle from Downtown Long Beach Hotels, The Aquarium of the Pacific and The Queen Mary. Parkers’ Lighthouse and the Queensview Steakhouse are located at 435 Shoreline Village Dr., Long Beach, CA 90802For restaurant information and reservations, please call 562-432-6500. www.parkerslighthouse.com

Alize at the Top of the Palms
4321 W. Flamingo Road,
NV-89109
(702) 951-7000
www.andrelv.com/alize/

CuisineType : French

Elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration this year to new heights with an unforgettable dinner at Alizé at the Top of the Palms. Your beloved will marvel at not only the extravagant four-course menu, but also at the restaurant’s stunning, panoramic view of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip.

The chef-selected Valentine’s Day meal will be served Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012 only. Reservations are required.

The meal begins with an amuse bouche of caramelized onion and white truffle panna cotta with apricot confiture and green onion. With appetites whetted, guests will enjoy a first course of either roasted king crab and celery root bisque with black truffle, orange zest and minced chive or Andre’s foie gras terrine with port poached figs, toasted brioche and cinnamon pear preserve. As a second course, guests may choose either a bouquet of baby red and green romaine lettuce with prosciutto, candied walnuts and white balsamic vinaigrette or crispy lobster and St. Andre cheese croustillant with grapefruit emulsion and minced chives. An intermezzo of lemon kiwi sorbet precedes the next course.

An intermezzo of lemon kiwi sorbet precedes the next course; guests may select from pan-roasted veal loin with rosemary and bacon polenta with haricots verts, mixed mushrooms and veal jus; sautéed free range chicken breast with garlic and herb-crusted thigh, truffled potato puree, baby carrots and tarragon chicken glace; sautéed filet of beef with jumbo green asparagus, red onion confit, Idaho potato galette and cognac green peppercorn sauce; or black truffle and almond-crusted Chilean sea bass with fricassee of fingerling potatoes, spinach, mushrooms and Maine lobster Bordelaise sauce.

Concluding the meal, a dessert trio will feature a long-stem strawberry with chocolate fondue and shortbread cookies, meyer lemon gateau with blackberry sauce and poppy seed gaufrette, and white chocolate and macadamia torte with a caramelized Florentine.

Vegetarian menu options are available as well, including a first course of piquillo pepper with provençal vegetables, a second course featuring mélange of mixed field greens with cucumber and balsamic vinaigrette, with or without herbed goat cheese and a third course consisting of black-pepper crusted tofu with winter vegetables with apricots and almonds.

The cost for the meal $125 per person. Guests may call (702) 951-7000 for reservations or more information.

Coupa Cafe
419 North Canon Drive,
CA-90210
310-385-0420
www.coupacafe.com

CuisineType : Spanish

To make Valentine's Day a special night, Coupa Café is offering their first ever-exclusive Love Sharing Menu on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 with an affordable $26 prix fixe per person menu, featuring chocolate and specialty items served from 5pm to 9pm.

First Course:

Valentine’s Day Tequenos
Traditional Venezuelan white cheese sticks wrapped in homemade flour dough served with a special Valentine’s Day homemade chocolate and rosemary dipping sauce.

Coupa Bruschetta
Crispy baguette topped with sautéed mushrooms, fresh chopped tomatoes and basil drizzled with white truffle oil.

Second Course:

Venezuelan Pabellon
The national dish of Venezuela – rice, black beans, sweet fried plantains, arepitas, nata, queso blanco, and homemade shredded beef (chicken/veggie option available)

Homemade Heart Shaped Ravioli
Homemade heart shaped ravioli filed with fresh goat cheese served in a brown butter & sage sauce.

Dessert

Tres Leches
Traditional Latin American dessert, cake soaked in three milks topped with merique & 100% Venezuelan Chocolate fluffy mousse

The Cellar
305 N. Harbor Blvd,
CA-92832
714-525-5682
www.cellardining.com

CuisineType : American

We Welcome Pascual Toso Winery

Thursday, Feb. 9th at 6:30.$49.95 per person*

The Cellar is kicking off February with our first wine dinner of 2012! We are so excited to have the opportunity to host our Argentinaian firends from Pascual Toso. Since the launch of the winery in 1890 Enrique and his family have produced some of the best wines in South America. Now with a little consulting help from the famous Paul Hobbs these wines are making quite the name for themselves in the high-end South American Market.

Learn more about Pascual Toso History and details about their wine making philosophy atwww.pascualtoso.com/welcome

Wines

Torrontes 2010
Roses and jasmine aromas make a sweet and happy combination. Fresh dry wine. Soft acidity.

Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2008
Elegant Style, with lovely boysenberry and raspberry fruit, and plenty of vanilla, spice and chocolate shadings too.

Magdalena Toso 2006
90% Malbec & 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Exhibits a brooding perfume of violets, lavender, mineral, spice box, blueberry, and black cherry. Followed by an opulent wine with tons of flavor, richness, incipient complexity, and ripe tannin.

Brut N.V.
Limpid and bright, with greenish shades that are reflected in the tenuous yellow of its whole appearance. It is a delicate dry sparkling wine. It is velvety to the mouth and is easy to drink

Dinner

Petite chervil and corn crab cakes over baby arugula finished with an orange persimmon coulis

Cinnamon brined pork belly braised to perfection over turnip and parsnip hash sauced by a blackberry gastrique

Lamb loin stuffed with fresh figs, sage, and walnuts over potato gratin with gruyere finished with a red wine butter sauce

Mango Cheesecake with ginger lime chantilly

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