Great Taste Magazine

Seattle’s Best Coffee
22621 Lake Forest Dr., Ste. D2 Lake Forest, CA 92630,
CA-92630

seattlesbest.com

CuisineType : Coffee Shops/Diners, Other

Seattle’s Best Coffee Cafe is now open for business in Lake Forest (corner of Lake Forest and Muirlands) and a grand opening celebration will take place on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. The first 150 guests to visit the cafe on May 1 will receive a free small Mocha, Latte or Cappuccino. Complimentary fresh-baked goods will be offered and there will be chances to win exciting prizes including free coffee for a year, Seattle’s Best Coffee® merchandise and other cafe perks. During opening week, one lucky guest will win free coffee for a year (one coffee beverage per week for a year) from cards deposited May 1-7, 2012. Additionally, weekly drawings will take place every Tuesday and cafe perks are redeemable at both Lake Forest and Irvine Seattle’s Best Coffee locations.

The new Lake Forest cafe will serve the full line of delicious coffee and non-coffee beverages, including lattes, mochas, iced coffees and blended beverages. In addition, the cafe will offer an extensive food menu featuring fresh-baked pastries, muffins, cookies, and bagels as well as other specialty treats made by local Orange County chefs.

Lake Forest cafe hours are Monday through Saturday from 5:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The cafe offers seating for 35 people and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Location: 22621 Lake Forest Dr., Ste. D2 Lake Forest, CA 92630

Seattle’s Best Coffee
22621 Lake Forest Dr., Ste. D2 Lake Forest, CA 92630,
CA-92630

seattlesbest.com

CuisineType : Coffee Shops/Diners, Other

Seattle’s Best Coffee Cafe is now open for business in Lake Forest (corner of Lake Forest and Muirlands) and a grand opening celebration will take place on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. The first 150 guests to visit the cafe on May 1 will receive a free small Mocha, Latte or Cappuccino. Complimentary fresh-baked goods will be offered and there will be chances to win exciting prizes including free coffee for a year, Seattle’s Best Coffee® merchandise and other cafe perks. During opening week, one lucky guest will win free coffee for a year (one coffee beverage per week for a year) from cards deposited May 1-7, 2012. Additionally, weekly drawings will take place every Tuesday and cafe perks are redeemable at both Lake Forest and Irvine Seattle’s Best Coffee locations.

The new Lake Forest cafe will serve the full line of delicious coffee and non-coffee beverages, including lattes, mochas, iced coffees and blended beverages. In addition, the cafe will offer an extensive food menu featuring fresh-baked pastries, muffins, cookies, and bagels as well as other specialty treats made by local Orange County chefs.

Lake Forest cafe hours are Monday through Saturday from 5:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The cafe offers seating for 35 people and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Location: 22621 Lake Forest Dr., Ste. D2 Lake Forest, CA 92630

Lexington Social House
1718 Vine St.,
California-90028
323.461.1700
lexingtonsocialhouse.com

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill

(Posted April 2012) To offer Angelenos a taste of relief this tax season and celebrate 2012’s extra filing days, Lexington Social House in Hollywood (www.lexingtonsocialhouse.com) will offer guests 17% off their entire bill from Friday, April 13-Tuesday, April 17, with mention of Tax Day 2012 (discount cannot be combined with any other offer). Diners can reward themselves for submitting their filings by feasting on Executive Chef Jared Simons’ new spring menu, with dishes including Steak Tartare with root beer “caviar,” Jidori Chicken Liver Toast, Braised Boneless Short Ribs with farro and green cabbage slaw, a “Roadside Burger” on a pretzel bun, and oven-fired flatbreads (regularly $5-$38).

Lexington Social House
1718 Vine St.,
California-90028
323.461.1700
lexingtonsocialhouse.com

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill

(Posted April 2012) To offer Angelenos a taste of relief this tax season and celebrate 2012’s extra filing days, Lexington Social House in Hollywood (www.lexingtonsocialhouse.com) will offer guests 17% off their entire bill from Friday, April 13-Tuesday, April 17, with mention of Tax Day 2012 (discount cannot be combined with any other offer). Diners can reward themselves for submitting their filings by feasting on Executive Chef Jared Simons’ new spring menu, with dishes including Steak Tartare with root beer “caviar,” Jidori Chicken Liver Toast, Braised Boneless Short Ribs with farro and green cabbage slaw, a “Roadside Burger” on a pretzel bun, and oven-fired flatbreads (regularly $5-$38).

Panda Express
All Locations,
Caifornia-92603
(949) 261-2216
pandaexpress.com

CuisineType : Chinese, Steak

(Posted April 2012) Panda Express, the nation’s leader in Asian dining experiences is offering everyone a delicious return on Tax Day, April 17. The company will give a free single serving of its newest premium entrée, Shanghai Angus Steak™, at all participating locations.

Ra Sushi
155 5th St.,
California-92648
714.536.6390
rasushi.com

CuisineType : Japanese, Sushi

(Posted April 2012) The dreaded tax day is almost here! This year, the tax return deadline has been extended to Tuesday, April 17, and RA Sushi is offering a reward for those who got their taxes done early or a little relief for the procrastinators. RA Sushi has created a “Tax Day Tuesday” special, extending its Happy Hour from 3 p.m. to close at the Huntington Beach and Tustin locations on April 17. Keeping a little money in their pockets, on Tax Day Tuesday guests can choose from more than 35 sushi, appetizer, and tapas selections ranging from $3 to $7, plus more than 30 beer, wine, sake, and signature cocktails ranging from $2 to $7. RA Sushi’s Happy Hour typically runs from 3 to 7 p.m., but on this specific day Happy Hour specials will be offered from 3 p.m. until close.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse
455 Newport Center Dr,
CA-92660
(949) 720-9633
www.flemingssteakhouse.com

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill, Cal Cuisine, Seafood

Spring Break Celebration Dinner!

Enjoy Filet Mignon and North Atlantic Lobster Tail for only $34.95

Meal Includes:

Starter: (Choice of One)

The Wedge Salad

Crisp iceberg lettuce with grape tomatoes, red onions and crumbled blue cheese

French Onion Soup

Baked with grèyere and parmesan cheeses

Entree:

Filet Mignon and North Atlantic Lobster Tail

Side Dish: (Choice of One)

French Green Beans

Shiitake mushrooms and porcini essence

Fleming’s Mashed Potatoes

blue cheese, parmesan-peppercorn or roasted garlic

Expires April 7, 2012

Mimi’s Cafe
18461 Brookhurst St.,
California-92708
(714) 964-2533
mimiscafe.com

CuisineType : Casual, French

(Posted Feb. 2012) Available through April 8, Mimi’s full-course meal serves six to eight guests – all for $84.99*. The feast features a flavorful tender Sliced Pit Roasted Ham with homemade Honey Dijon Glaze and all the trimmings: Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Fresh Steamed Vegetables, a Garden or Caesar Salad, and Sourdough Dinner Rolls. A refreshing Lemon Spring Cake with Mixed Berries Sauce tops off the feast. Simply heat, serve and enjoy your holiday celebration. More family favorite side dishes and desserts are available a la carte. A quart of Mimi’s famous soup to go is a perfect accompaniment and a great value for only $5**. And don’t forget sweet treats like Banana or Carrot Raisin Loaf or Mimi’s Classic Muffins.

Clancy’s Clubhouse
2191 South Harbor Blvd,
ca-92802
714.750.7500
www.clancyclubhouse.com

CuisineType : American

Celebrate the luck of the Irish with Clancy’s Clubhouse EVERY day in March. Enjoy traditional specials like Corned Beef and Cabbage with ‘all the fixin’s’ for $15 or a Rueben with sauerkraut, swiss and thousand island for $12. On the big day, March 17th guests can order their favorite beer with that popular green hue. And don’t miss a minute of the action during March Madness on any of Clancy’s 36 TV’s.

Royal Khyber
1621 W. Sunflower Ave,
CA-92704
(714) 436-9188
www.royalkhyber.com

CuisineType : Indian

Royal Khyber’s 30th Anniversary!

Come celebrate with Royal Khyber for the entire month of March.

Enjoy a Prix Fixe meal for $30.

Menu includes:

Starters:

Spicy Tandoori kebabs for two

or

Daal (lentil) Soup

or

gourmet greens with tamarind-ginger-honey dressing

or

a vegetarian assortment of samosa

or

aloo tikki and onion bhajia.

Entrees:

(selections, all served with basmati rice pilaf, vegetables and tandoori or garlic nan)

Khyber Nectar

or

Salmon Malabar

or

Chicken Tikka Masala

or

Paneer Tikka Masala

or

Vegetarian Thali

Dessert:

Assortment

*Dinner includes Wine

Speciali daily 3-6 pm

Meatball Monday: 1/2 price meatballs & meatball pizza

Take-out Tuesday: 20% discount off a pizza + insalate + bottle of vino

Wild Wednesday: burger & moretti beer for $14

Thrifty Thursday: 1/2 price all pizza & 10% off retail wine

Formaggi & Salumi Friday: 3 for 8 / 4 for 11 / 5 for 14

Social Saturday: $5 infusion per person + 1 Social Saturday per table

Sinful Sunday: NO corkage on all bottles from our wine shop over $20. / all night.

Cucina Enoteca
Irvine Spectrum
949-861-2222
www.cucinaenoteca.com

Queensview Steakhouse
435 Shoreline Village Dr.,
California-90802

CuisineType : American, Seafood

(Posted Feb. 2012) Enjoy one appetizer on us for the celebration of our one-year anniversary.

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.

(Posted Feb. 2012)

Valid at The Cellar
305 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, CA 92832
714-525-5682
http://www.cellardining.com

www.mimiscafe.com/

CuisineType : French, French Bistro

(Posted Feb. 2012) Mimi’s Cafe Goes Red. Starting in February, American Heart Month, Mimi’s Cafe is giving a piece of its heart to the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement. The neighborhood Bistro inspired by France is the first-ever restaurant to nationally support the effort. Go Red For Women is dedicated to fighting heart disease, the number one killer of women, and harnessing the energy, passion and power women have to band together and collectively wipe out the disease.Mimi’s is activating its heartfelt campaign on National Wear Red Day, February 3.

Guests who show their support by wearing red will receive a FREE cup of soup with any purchase to warm their heart. And throughout the month, guests will be invited to join in the fight against heart disease in women. For every $1 donation, guests can post a red heart-shaped tribute card on the giant in-restaurant red dress display. With a $5 donation, guests will also receive a commemorative red dress lapel pin. As a thank you for these donations, Mimi’s will provide each guest with up to $35 in savings.

Spike's Fish House
27020 Alicia Pkwy,
CA-92677
(949) 448-8488
www.spikesfishhouse.com

CuisineType : Cal Coast, Hawaiian

$1.50 Lettuce Wraps at Spike's Fish House!

Choose from four Lettuce Wraps for only $1.50 for the entire month of January.

Wraps include:

Cajun Salmon

Grilled Mahi

Panko-Style Basa

Grilled Chicken

Offer ends January 31st.

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
455 Newport Center Drive,
CA-92660
949.720.9633
www.FlemingsSteakhouse.com

CuisineType : Steak

(2012) Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar will celebrate the passion this year with three evenings of luxe specials and a Valentine gift for couples dining on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, February 12th through the 14th.

To enhance the occasion, Executive Chef Russell Skall has created three mouthwatering entrees perfect for Valentine’s dinner that will be available in addition to Fleming’s popular a la carte menu. “Valentine’s celebration is always a memorable time for our guests,” remarked Chef Skall. “There is nothing more romantic then savoring the pleasures of a delicious dinner and wine with someone you love.”

Filet Mignon & Prawns, Prime New York Strip & King Crab, and Colossal North Atlantic Lobster Tail with Lobster Mac & Cheese will be offered, each at $69.95. A dessert for two, Red Velvet Cake with Espresso Truffles, is $9.50. Wine Director Maeve Pesquera has crafted a Cupid-perfect cocktail for the holiday: The Bella-Tini is a Bellini-inspired cocktail with Belvedere Vodka, peach purée and Mas Fi Cava sparkling wine for $9.95 (recipe and image upon request). Suggested wine pairings to toast the evening include Tiamo Chianti, Italy, 2010; Terra Valentine Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, 2007 and Roederer Brut Rosé, Anderson Valley NV.

To give guests another reason to celebrate, Fleming’s is offering each couple dining February 12th through February 14th a complimentary $25 Fleming’s Dining Card to use toward a future rendezvous with their sweetheart.* Reservations advised and may be made at www.FlemingsSteakhouse.com. Fleming’s is located at 455 Newport Center Drive (Fashion Island), Newport Beach. Phone: 949.720.9633. Other locations include El Segundo, Downtown at LA LIVE, Woodland Hills, Rancho Cucamonga and Rancho Mirage.

(Jan. 2012) Submit to your appetite with Tabu Grill.

Enjoy a Complementary* 'Sinfully Delicious' Appetizer…

La Bella Farms Foie Gras
seared, warm apple toast, roasted raisin puree, rosemary honeycomb, walnut caramel corn

Seared New England Scallops
potato puree, citrus salad, tangerine beurre b

Prime Boneless Short Rib
passion fruit soy braised, potato puree, stir fry vegetables, roasted pineapple bbq sauce

Ahi Poke
ahi tuna, mango, celery, avocado, mint taro chips, soy ginger essence

House Made Agnoloti
sweet corn, thai basil pesto, marcona almond brittle

*With the purchase of 2 entrees.

Valid in the month of January. Simply tell your server you would like the 'sinfully delicious appetizer' offer before they present the check.

Tabu Grill
2892 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

(Jan. 2012) Weekend Brunch Every Saturday and Sunday. Open at 10 AM.

Classic Eggs Benedict, Canadian bacon, house Hollandaise sauce, choice of hash brown potatoes or Small house sala

Enjoy our yummy breakfast choices like Brioche French toast, and many others with $10 bottomless Mimosas.

Port Restaurant and Bar
440 Heliotrope Ave
Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
949-723-9685
http://www.portcdm.com

Three Seventy Common Kitchen + Drink
370 Glenneyre,
CA-92651
949-494-8686
www.370common.com

CuisineType : American, Homestyle

(Jan. 2012) Every Wednesday, the Chef offers a 3 course tasting menu paired with wines for only $30 per person. The seasonal menu and specialty pairing changes weekly.

Expires March 28 – call for updates – 949-494-8686

GG'S WINTER FONDUE NIGHTS

Swiss Fondue or Raclette

Every Friday

All You Can Eat $29.00

(per person/dine in/reservation required)

www.ggscafebistro.com

(Jan. 2012) One part Roy's. One part fun. Shake well. It's Aloha Hour!

$5 Appetizers and Drinks

Featured Appetizers:
Crunchy Golden Lobster Potstickers Spicy Togarashi Miso Butter Sauce
Lobster California Roll Avocado, Cucumber & Tobiko
Tempura Crusted Spicy Ahi Roll Miso Butter Sauce
Salt & Pepper Crisped Calamari Unique Hawaiian Fusion Sauce Prepared by Your Local Chef
Szechuan Grilled Beef Tenderloin Skewers Kim Chee Cucumber & Sprout Salad
Wagyu Beef Sliders Caramelized Onions, Chipotle Aioli & Garlic Sweet Potato Fries

Hand Selected Wines & Beers
Rutherford Ranch "Roy's" Chardonnay, California
Rutherford Ranch "Roy's" Cabernet Sauvignon, California
Oxford Landing "GSM" Grenache/ Shiraz/ Mourvedre, McLauren Vale, Austraila
TerraNoble Sauvignon Blanc, Maule Valley, Chile
Kila Cava Sparkling Brut, Penedes, Spain
Kona "Fire Rock" Pale Ale $3

Entire Specialty Cocktail Menu

Well Cocktails

Hours and offering subject to change by location. Check your local Roy's for details.

(Jan. 2012) Sunday Events:

• Champagne Flow (brunch only) $10.00
• "Juice it Up" for $3.50
• Sunday Stroganoff Nights

Sage Restaurant
2531 Eastbluff Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949.718.9650
http://www.sagerestaurant.com

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.