Theme parks are lots of fun, but not when you’ve got a belly ache from eating too much junk. As a vegetarian and lover of healthy food, I generally carry nutritious snacks in my purse for those times when I can’t find ‘feel good’ food. On a recent visit to Legoland in Carlsbad, California, I […]
Restaurants
Salt Restaurant – Calabasas, California
Salt has a great reputation for their food and dining experience. I was excited to find out that I’d be visiting the restaurant when I was in the area. I was even more excited when I learned that Chef David Iino had been challenged to come up with an avocado-centric menu for our group who […]
Miguel’s Jr. – Tustin, California
There is a brand new Miguel’s Jr. in Orange County! It’s in the Tustin Marketplace on El Camino Real across the street from Home Depot. The first Miguel’s opened in 1973 in Corona and is still open today. It’s a full service sit down restaurant in Corona. Business improved and within two years owners Mike and Mary Vasquez […]
Avocado Themed Lunch with Chef Pink
Are you familiar with Chef Pink? She’s been featured on The Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen and now owns Bacon & Brine with her wife. Her philosophy has always been one of sustainability. She believes in using fresh, locally sourced ingredients for food that is delicious and responsible. Chef Pink was challenged with coming up with […]
Avocado Themed Dinner – Four Seasons Westlake Village
A meal where every appetizer, salad, entree and dessert contains California Avocados? Yes, please! The Four Seasons in Westlake Village has talented chefs and kitchen staff who were able to create a one of a kind dining experience for our group who were there with the California Avocado Commission. Naturally, avocados were enjoyed in a variety […]