Great Taste Magazine

Well ladies…….
- Have you ever been curious about whiskey?
- Do you love to try new whiskies?
- Would you like a night of amazing whiskies, great food, a little education and some awesome company?

Come join us for our first "Women & Whiskies" event at Chapter One: the modern local!!! Try some incredible whiskies along with complimentary appetizers and some live jazz. Come listen to the whiskey experts discuss these incredible libations…… Truly make an evening out of it!

See you here Wednesday!

Chapter One: the modern local
227 N Broadway,
CA-92701
714.352.2225
https://www.facebook.com/events/315834051761109/

CuisineType : American, Pub Grub, Tapas

RA Retail Therapy: Nov. 25, 2011

On the busiest shopping day of the year, RA Sushi Bar Restaurant is giving weary deal hunters a reason to take a break and relax. Escape the hustle and bustle of the crowds for some “RA Retail Therapy,” and enjoy all day happy hour at RA on November 25.

Celebrate Black Friday in the Red at RA by ordering from more than 35 sushi, appetizer, and tapas selections, plus a wide variety of beer, wine and signature cocktails ranging from $2 to $7. Popular happy hour dishes include Tootsy Maki, Viva Las Vegas Roll, “RA”ckin’ Shrimp, Spicy Sesame Chicken Wings and creative cocktails such as the Saketini, Dragon Bite, or Shiso Naughty.

RA Sushi’s happy hour is typically available from 3 to 7 p.m., but on November 25, happy hour specials will be extended from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Stop in to RA Sushi for some Retail Therapy at RA Sushi Huntington Beach and RA Sushi Tustin. For more information, call either restaurant or visit www.RAsushi.com.

www.rasushi.com

CuisineType : Sushi

Join Morton's for a journey from the barrel to the bottle. Enjoy Morton's signature hors d'oeuvres paired with exquisite scotch.

Wednesday, November 30 6pm – 7:30pm

$60 per guest – Inclusive of tax and gratuity

For more information, please contact Tiffany Teixeira at 714-444-4834 or tiffany_teixeira@mortons.com.

Featured Hors d'oeuvres

Petite Lamb Chops, Miniature Crab Cakes, Tenderloin Brochettes

Featured Scotches

The Speyside, 12 Year, SpeysideLark, Single Malt Whisky, Tasmania1977 Glenlivet, 33 year, Speyside

Morton's The Steakhouse
1641 W. Sunflower Ave.,
CA-92704
714-444-4834
www.mortons.com/santaana/

CuisineType : Sm Plates, Steak, Other

Come help kick off the launch of author and award-winning illustrator Dave Stolte's new book "Home Bar Basics (and Not-So-Basics)," a concise, pocket-sized, 112-page guidebook to setting up a home cocktail bar with an emphasis on history, quality, and craft at 320 Main in Seal Beach on Monday, November 28, 2011 at 7:00 pm.

$10 at the door.

$5 cocktails from the book will be served alongside free small bites from 320 Main's acclaimed menu. Raffle prizes include a basic bar kit from Hi-Time Wine Cellars, wine from the boutique Miramonte Winery, a one-on-one homebrew session with Topanga Brewing Company, Moscow Mule mugs filled with 320 Main drink tokens, framed cocktail art by Dave Stolte, and more.

All profits from sales of the book at this event and your $10 door entry will benefit CureDuchenne to help raise research funds for and build awareness of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.Spirits at the event will be sponsored by Bulleit Whiskey.

320 Main
320 Main St,
CA-90740
562.799.6246
www.320mainsealbeach.com

CuisineType : American, Sandwiches, Seafood, Steak

Have you ever wanted to try a great wine before you buy it?

The Cellar has teamed with some of our favorite wine partners to help you stock your cellar for the holidays. On Saturday, November 14th from 12:30pm to 3:30pm you are invited to taste from a selection of over 50 different wines from California and around the world. This one day sale will feature a special retail discount for every bottle ordered and an additional 10% off of each 12 bottle case.

When you arrive you will be handed Riedel wine glass and you are invited to explore each tasting table. Taste each of the wines, enjoy a canapé, or even a nip of scotch from our friends at The Macallan. This event is a unique opportunity to try a wide variety of wines and base your purchase on your palate.

A few of our featured wines:

CaymusRobert Mondavi Reserve

Rubicon Estates

Laetitia

Tierra Roja

Iniskillin

Nickel & Nickel

Bianchi

Bodegas Garcia Figuero

Wild Horse "Cheval Sauvage"

Hill Family

Hoopes

The Cellar
305 N. Harbor Blvd.,
CA-92832
714-525-5862
www.cellardining.com

CuisineType : French Brasserie

We welcome John King the brand ambassador for Remy Martin to our next Cigars Under the Stars dinner. This is the first dinner The Cellar has ever held with Cognac and we have three of Remy Martin's best spirits to taste that should keep you warm on what may be a chilly night. As another first we are offering this dinner at two price levels. One for our cigar fans and a second price for guests who want to taste the food and spirits only.

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

CuisineType : Cal Cuisine, Cigar Lounge, Fine Dining, French

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

CuisineType :

Join Ivan Calderon at Taco Rosa for a live demonstration

Learn to prepare Carnitas:

Tender Pork Shoulder with Pibil Sauce served with Pinto Beans, Guacamole, Escabeche, Mexican Rice, a Sweet Corn Tomalito & Fresh Tortillas

Event Cost: A minimum donation of $30 is required.

Event cost includes: Live Cooking Demonstration, Tequila Tasting, Tequila Cocktail, Botanitas, Dinner, Dessert & Give-a-ways.

Proceeds support the Newport-Mesa Schools Foundation.

Guest will also enjoy Taco Rosa's Sunday Brunch Latin Champagne Buffet. Taco Rosa is giving each guest, a buy one brunch get a second free with each paid attendance on Saturday. It is their way of saying thank you for supporting Newport-Mesa Schools Foundation. Remember to use the code word "Free Sunday Brunch," at Taco Rosa Newport Beach on Saturday October 29th to receive your '2 for 1' certificate.

L’Ermitage Wine Club
9291 Burton Way,
Ca-90210
www.lermitagebh.com

CuisineType : American

Please join us for a very special Sake-Pairing Dinner 6 limited production, handcrafted Sakes from Specialist Kris Elliott perfectly paired with 6 courses created by Chef Joseph Elevado, a master of classic & contemporary Japanese cuisine.$85 per person

For Reservations: 323.850.5558 or info@HollywoodandWine.net

Newport Dunes Resort

1131 Back Bay Drive

Newport Beach

www.newportdunes.com

949-729-3863

Offering a different spin on New Wave music, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort has announced another season of its popular Bands on the Sands, a free concert series held every Saturday at 6 p.m. during the summer months.  Offered in conjunction with the two-hour concerts is a Beach Bar specializing in a wide assortment of beers, wine and cocktails.  While there is no cover charge for Bands on the Sands, parking fees apply.

July’s line-up includes –
JULY 8:
The Russian Ilya Quartet blends classical with Latin jazz and soul music.

JULY 16:
The popular tribute band, Springsteen, will dedicate their set list to The Boss.

JULY 23:
Surf’s up as the Hodaddies get the crowd rocking with classic surf party anthems.

JULY 30:
Jimmy Buffet tribute band will liven things up and provide the
backdrop to the annual Lobsterfest.
An all you can eat beach party benefiting
The African Project’s “Doc in a Box”and Leadership Tomorrow.

*Tickets required.  $25 children under 14,  $75 adults,  $150 VIP
Visit www.lobsterfestatnewportbeach.com for more information.

Matador Cantina
111 N. Harbor Boulevard,
Ca-92832
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CuisineType : American

Join us Monday July 11th for an exciting meeting on agave spirits at Matador Cantina. The Line up will be Del Maguey, Corzon, Siete Leguas, Haciendo Sotol and Pueblo Viejo. Luis Cota will be leading us through a tasting on these fine spirits and our gracious hosts will be making us some yummy cocktails featuring some of the fantastic brands. Don’t forget we will not be at our usual location! Instead we will be at Matador Cantina in Fullerton.

Salt Creek Grille
32802 Pacific Coast Highway,
Ca-92629
www.saltcreekgrille.com/dana_point.asp

CuisineType : American

Pairing fine wine with delectable fare is a centuries-old ritual loved by people across the globe. But what about tequila? Take watermelon drenched in it with watercress, agave, lime, salt and crostini followed by grilled skirt steak and local bass that’s topped off by a chocolate fudge cake finale dressed with candied kumquats, basil, lime cream and Peligroso tequila granita – and you have one spectacular meal. Indeed, at Salt Creek Grille, tequila is much more than just something you shoot down the hatch with lime and salt.Reservations are available for Salt Creek Grille’s Tequila Tasting paired with a 3-course meal. Patrons will dine on a scrumptious meal while enjoying Peligroso Tequila outdoors on the Dana Point eatery’s cabana patio.

Cost is $25 per person and includes a special margarita at the door. Must be 21 years of age.

To make a reservation and for more information, call 949-661-7799. Information is also available at www.saltcreekgrille.com.

Join us at Kimera Restaurant on Friday, June 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. for a Grey Goose dinner that includes five courses and five small Grey Goose Vodka specialty cocktails!

This delectable five-course dinner is available for $65 per person plus tax and a 20 percent service charge.

The Grey Goose Dinner Menu is as follows:

• First Course: Goat Cheese Bruschetta with a Grey Goose Le Fizz cocktail
• Second Course: Maryland Blue Crab Cake with a Celery Delight cocktail
• Third Course: Sea Bass with a Grey Goose L’Orange Negroski cocktail
• Fourth Course: Pan Seared New Zealand Rack of Lamb with a Pear Vodka Sour
• Fifth Course: White Chocolate Cheesecake with a Blackberry Mule cocktail

Reservations are required and must be made by June 20.  (949) 261-1222

www.KimeraRestaurant.com

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On the 2nd Thursday of the month, join us from 5-7pm for a premium tequila tasting featuring limited complimentary appetizers.
Featured tequila margaritas are only $5.

3309 Michelson Drive
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 553-9002

www.taleomexicangrill.com

The Tasting features close to 200 reserve and new release wines and spirits. There will be cuisine from more than ten gourmet food companies as well as a silent auction. The silent auction features items such as large format bottles, libraries, and decanters. Proceeds from the auction benefit the American Institute of Food & Wine culinary arts scholarship programs. Sadie Rose will provide artisan breads to help soak up all that fabulous wine.

Embarcadero Marina Park North
San Diego, CA 92101
(858) 578-9463
worldofwineevents.com/reserve_tasting.html

7 p.m. to 10 p.m, Palm Terrace Restaurant will make it a New Year’s Eve to remember with an elegant five-course menu created by Chef Bill Bracken and live piano music. Price is $125 per person (excludes tax and gratuity). Reservations required. Please call (949) 760-4920.

9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Palm Terrace Lounge will also be a lively spot to toast the New Year in style -with Chef Bracken’s signature bar bites, live entertainment and dancing, party favors and champagne toast at midnight. Price is $110 per person (excludes tax and gratuity). Reservations required. Please call (949) 760-4920.

690 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660
Toll Free: 866-554-4620
Phone: 949-759-0808
Fax: 949-759-0568
www.theislandhotel.com