When I’m looking for an easy option for a meal out, I often end up at Chen’s Panda. The location is convenient for me and I always have a good experience at the restaurant. The food is typical of what you’ll find at other Chinese restaurants. There are vegetarian items along with chicken, pork, beef, […]
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Le Pain Quotidien – Fashion Island – Newport Beach, California
Naturally, the food options at Orange County’s Fashion Island in Newport Beach are not the typical “mall food” that I grew up with. There are many great options for good, healthy food to choose from. About a year and a half ago, I attended a fun and informative hands on bread baking class at Le Pain […]
Green Tomato Grill – Orange County
Orange, California: Green Tomato Grill Have you been to Green Tomato Grill in Orange? This wonderful fast-casual restaurant is out of the ordinary in a good way, a very good way. As you can see from the photographs, this does not look like the usual burger and fries that other fast food restaurants serve. This […]
nFuse Bar & Kitchen – Anaheim Marriott – Orange County, California
As a longtime Orange County resident, I often find myself in the Anaheim Resort District. The big draws of the area are the Anaheim Convention Center and, of course, Disney (Disneyland, Disney California Adventures and Downtown Disney). There is a whole lot of fun to be had in the area for locals, those who are […]
We Olive & Wine Bar – San Juan Capistrano, California
Are you a fan of extra virgin olive oil? There is a whole new way to experience it in South Orange County. A brand new We Olive store opened in San Juan Capistrano just before the Christmas. It’s downtown next door to Starbuck’s and across from the Mission. This location is owned by local resident and passionate […]




