Great Taste Magazine

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

CuisineType : Mexican

Description Join us for a special evening of artfully prepared, gourmet tacos and premium 100% pure agave sipping Tequila, Saturday, Feb 4 at 7:30

Presented by executive chef David Dennis, the 5-course menu will be wonderfully paired with Silver, Reposado, Añejo, and Blanco varietals by Avión Tequila and Clase Azul

By reservation only at 714.871.8226. $40 plus tax & gratuity. Limited to only 30 guests

FIRST COURSE
Shrimp Ceviche Taco
Served with Avión Silver

SECOND COURSE
Duck Taco with Roasted Apple Salsa
Served with Avión Reposado

THIRD COURSE
El Pastor Taco with Pineapple Pico de Gallo
Served with Avión Añejo

FOURTH COURSE
Short Rib Taco with Pickled Red Onions
Served with Clase Azul Blanco

FIFTH COURSE
Dessert Nachos
Served with Clase Azul Reposado

Seacliff Country Club
6501 Palm Ave,
CA-92648
(562) 985-4493
https://cf.papubs.csulb.edu/hfhm/

CuisineType : American

10th Annual Cal State University Long Beach, Hospitality Food Service & Hotel Management Golf Tournament!

Event includes:

-Golf

-Banquet

-Mixer & Silent Auction

Come take part in a tournament with a cause. Proceeds from the event will go toward scholarships for deserving students.

Tournament & Banquet: $195.00

($42 Tax Deductible)

Banquet Only: $50.00

($25 Tax Deductible)

*Deadline for entries is April 5th.

For more information visit: http://csulb.edu/hfhmgolftournament

Old Vine Cafe
2937 Bristol Street,
CA-92626
(714) 545-1411
www.oldvinecafe.com

CuisineType : Cal Cuisine

Take a 10-day excursion in Italy!

Old Vine Cafe is offering a ten day excursion, a most unique experience of Southern Italy with Chef Mark McDonald.

Event is begins March 10th – March 19th

For more information, such as itinerary and cost visit: www.oldvinecafe.com

Clancy's Clubhouse
2191 South Harbor Blvd,
CA-92802
714-750-7500
www.clancysclubhouse.com

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill

Join us for the big game on February 5th as we watch the Giants and the Patriots battle it out! $20 entry gets you a $20 food credit, 2 free raffle tickets and entry on the game board. Grab your buddies, head to Clancy's Clubhouse and situate yourself in front of one of our 36 TVs so you don't miss a minute of the action! Reservations recommended.

Clancy's Clubhouse
2191 South Harbor Blvd,
CA-92802
714-750-7500
www.clancysclubhouse.com

CuisineType : American, Wings, Wings

Clancy's Clubhouse hosts it's first 'Stupid Hot Wing Challenge.' Are you brave enough? During half time of the ProBowl 5 volunteers will attempt to eat 3 pounds of wings drenched in our sauce that's so hot they could only be named 'stupid hot.' The winner will receive bragging rights, set the time for all future wing challenges and be inducted into our 'Stupid Hall of Fame.' If you're interested in being a participant please email info@clancysclubhouse.com and tell us why you think you can handle the heat. Or join us to root on the contestants on Sunday!

Basement Tavern
2640 Main Street,
CA-90405
(310) 392-4956
www.facebook.com/basementtavern

CuisineType : American

Basement Tavern in hosting "Sunday Funday"

Come and enjoy what Basement Tavern has to offer guest during the big game.

Event Includes:

- Happy hour specials all night

-$3 Beer, $5 Well, $5 House Red and White Wines

- 50% of bottles of Wine and Champagne

- Game shown on Plasma TV

- Complementary Snacks: Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and BBQ Snacks.

* with a 2 drink minimum

Guest can also enjoy:

A special Bourbon and Bacon package, for 10 friends- $1,000

Woodford Reserve Bourbon and Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

or

Private "Fishbowl" Room, for 20 friends- $1,000

Decorated in Team Colors and Private Security Attendant

Clancy's Clubhouse
2191 S. Harbor Blvd,
CA-92802
(714) 750-7500
www.clancysclubhouse.com

CuisineType : American

Clancy's Clubhouse is hosting their fist hot wing challenge!!

Do you think you have what it takes to eat 3 pounds of the hottest hot wings around?

Then sign up for Clancy's Hot Wing Challenge today.

What do you receive if you win:

• You'll be the first person inducted into the "Stupid Hall of Fame"
• Set the time record for future challengers
• Not to mention "Bragging Rights"

Challenge will take place during the half-time of ProBowl

To receive the chance to take place in this spectacular challenge email info@clancyscluhouse.com by Jan 23rd.

Tell Clancy's why you have what it takes to win.

Beef Palace
18381 Goldenwest St (So. of Ellis),
CA-92648
714-328-8661
www.waggintrails.org

CuisineType : BBQ

Waggin' Trails – a non profit rescue transit bus operated by "A Leg Up" Pet Rescue is saving the lives of hundreds of shelter animals each month by delivering them to areas with less impacted shelters who have adorptive families waiting to provide forever homes for these pets. In an effort to continue this operation, partner vineyards, wineries, restaurantrs, supermarkets, retailers and hotels have generously assisted the group in presenting fabulous annual events in So. Cal as well as the Bay area. The Annual Pups N Pinot (www.pupsnpinot.com ) and the new www.waggintrails.org fund these efforts. Rescue Roundup is the more family friendly event featuring pony rides, outdoor BBQ, wine tasting from the areas finest vintners, VIP Reception Area, crafts, Laker Girls, fabulous silent auction, live band, line dancing lessons and free souvenirs. Family package plans start at $60 & tickets are only $25 per adult in advance and for this all – inclusive price you can't find a better value.

Shades @ Hilton Waterfront
21100 Pacific Coast Highway,
CA-92648
714-845-8494

CuisineType : American

Soroptimists of Huntington Beach, (a worldwide service organization) will co-host with renowned Chef Jeff Littlefield's Sommolier and culinary team to present a casual evening featuring 4 flights of wines, specifically chosen for this informal, relaxing experience. Wines are paired with tasty bites. Other fare is available and guests can arrive at their leisure, sit in their own groups any time from 530-830pm and for on $25 enjoy it all and receive complimentary valet parking. Reservations for this event are not required bt are suggested. All proceeds are raising funds for the Project Self Sufficiency Foundation of Huntington Beach – a program that assists single parent families to successful independence.

For more information on the events or organizations call 714-488-7800.

Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road,
NV-89109
866-692-2066
www.ncbshow.com

CuisineType : Other

Like a bartender tapping a fresh keg of a beloved brew, registration has begun for all features (education, workshops, tours, expo hall, and parties) of the 27th annual Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show (www.ncbshow.com), America's biggest and most important bar, nightclub and beverage event of the year.

Each year the event brings more than 31,000 industry professionals together to meet with suppliers, network, learn and have fun. The 2012 event will run March 12-14 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

The Nightclub & Bar Show will feature its signature events including the Welcome Kick-Off Party at Caesars Palace, three Platinum Parties this year planned at XS, Marquee (venue for the NCB Top 100 Party exclusively sponsored by Malibu Rum) and 1OAK, the Shake It Up bartender competition, the club pass offer, celebrity appearances and so much more. New in 2012 are happy hour club specials each night of the show, tasting sessions in the classrooms and new conference tracks including sports marketing.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with more than 600 companies representing the hottest new products, spirits, beers, wines, POS and inventory control systems, games and other innovations. Companies and brands including Heineken, MillerCoors, Pernod Ricard, Malibu, Coca-Cola, TurboTap USA, AMI Entertainment Network, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Modern Line Furniture and many more are participating.

Those interested in attending the Nightclub & Bar Show can register at www.ncbshow.com.

Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard,
CA-92014
415-705-0646
www.familywinemakers.org

CuisineType : Winery

"Tasting 2012" Returns to San Diego!Over 200 wineries, all members of Family Winemakers of California, will be at the Del Mar Fairgrounds on Sunday, March 11, for the association's 4th annual appearance in San Diego. This highly anticipated trade and consumer tasting showcases California’s small, family-owned wineries. Wine enthusiasts have the unique opportunity to meet winemakers and winery-owners, taste from over 800 different wines and explore the ever-increasing range of wine varietals and blends that today’s California wineries are producing.

Pricing:
$45 – Early Bird Special through February 20
$55 – February 21 – March 10
$65 – At the door
$75 – Early Entry Tickets, only 75 available allowing you entrance during trade tasting hours

Tickets go on sale January 20 and can be purchased online:www.familywinemakers.org

TimeTrade Hours:1 pm – 3 pm
Public & Trade Hours:3 pm – 6 pm

Anaheim Convention Center
800 West Katella Avenue,
CA-92802
866.458.4935
newhope360.com/events/tradeshow

CuisineType : Gluten Free Items, Healthy

(Jan. 2012) Natural Products Expo West is where new products turn into record profits, relationship building and ROI is always high and brand awareness builds momentum with each better business practice. Join in an experience with over 3000 exhibits from over 1,800 different companies showcasing the newest products in natural and specialty foods, organic, health and beauty, natural living, supplements and pet products.

Nowhere else can you get your products in front of so many buyers within the natural and organic products industry.

Join over 58,000 professionals and peers in an experience guaranteed to help your business grow.

Being part of the world’s largest natural and organic products tradeshow is the best investment your company can make. Transform your business by generating new sales leads and acquiring new customers at an event where doing business just comes naturally.

Back Bay Bistro
1131 Back Bay Drive,
CA-92660
(949) 729-1144
www.BackBayBistroNewportBeach.com

CuisineType : Pub Grub

(Jan. 2012) From 3 p.m. to close, football fans can enjoy a $25 all-you-can-eat "tailgate buffet" featuring Kobe sliders, Chef Mike’s Texas chili, sausage and pepper dogs and the award-winning seafood chowder served in a sourdough bread bowl. Drink specials include $3 domestic/$4 imported beers and $4 Margaritas. Every seat in the restaurant will be "front row" thanks to six 60” flat-screen TVs. Free popcorn and chips and salsa will be available for those at the bar.

Veracruz, Mexico
310-440-8877
www.nancyzaslavsky.com

CuisineType : Mexican

Winter 2012 Tour to Veracruz, Mexico

Thinking of where to take a winter break? Try unwinding with an affordable, sun-soaked Mexican vacation—one packed with world-class food, drink and culture. My small-group tours are great for friends, couples and perfect for singles because everyone feels part of our Mexican food-loving family!

DATES: February 2 to 8, 2012

Veracruz for Fish & Seafood Lovers! Veracruz, on the Gulf of Mexico, is a superb winter travel destination. It's a safe city, warm and welcoming with lots of sunshine and awesome things to do. Kick back in shorts, flip-flops, shades and sunscreen—grab a beer and your new Panama hat—to enjoy the ride! I’ve been bringing small groups of 10 people to Veracruz for over a dozen years tasting some of the most delectable fish and seafood in Mexico. We stay on the waterfront's top hotel with action-packed views of the port in the wildly wonderful coastal city. We're a short stroll to the most exciting, music-filled zócalo in Mexico!

The group enjoys all meals together for a week in great restaurants and my favorite palapa-roof shacks offering a staggering variety of fish and seafood. Our nighttime tacos and tamales crawl is like no other, anywhere—flavors will knock your socks off! You'll love waking up to breakfast coffee at Café de la Parroquía, Mexico's top coffeehouse.

Culturally-speaking, we take a day trip in an air-conditioned van through misty hilly coffee plantations to Jalapa, the state capital, and visit its anthropology museum with stunning contemporary architecture and pre-hispanic art. History buffs also enjoy tours to the fascinating site of Cempoala (also Zempoala), to La Antigua, the first Spanish landing site in Mexico, and to the stunning UNESCO town of Tlacotalpan. Port of Veracruz, Malecón walkway Cempoala (also Zempoala) Evening danzón on the zócalo

$2200. Does not include airfare and inexpensive taxi transport to/from airport/hotel. Fee includes 6 nights hotel (double occupancy, single supplement $400), ALL meals when taken with the group, ALL tastings, demos, tours, museum/site entrance fees and local tour transportation.For more information, please visitwww.nancyzaslavsky.com, 310-440-8877

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.

Noble Ale Works 1st Anniversary/NOBILITY Release Celebration

Join us Saturday Jan 28, 2012
12pm-4pm

Enjoy our completer lineup of brews alongwith special barrel aged releases, casked beer and, of course, NOBILITY

Casks to be announced

$25 presale-$30 day of the event

Tickets available thru Brown Paper Tickets
www.brownpapertickets.com/event/216845
and at the Brewery

IPA, Pale Ale, Alpha Red
Dark Sybian IPA
NOBILITY
Knight Changer Imperial Stout
A Knight with Wood (Barrel aged Knight Changer)
Alpha Cupa (Barrel Aged Alpha Red)

Included:

• Souvenier Pint Glass
• 7 Sample Tickets
• 1 full serving ticket
• Live music with The Noble Ones

Food Trucks scheduled to be on-site for the big event:

• The Lime Truck
• Baconmania
• Dos Chinos
• Sexy Burger Truck
• Rolling Sushi Van

Designated Drivers $5 admittance fee

Noble Ale Works
1621 S. Sinclair St Ste B,
CA-92806
714-634-2739
www.brownpapertickets.com/event/216845

CuisineType : Brewery, Food Trucks

Long Beach Convention Center
300 East Ocean Boulevard,
CA-90802
203-878-2577
www.latravelshow.com

The 7th Annual Los Angeles Travel & Adventure ShowTM Packs Heat with an International Fiery Foods ChallengeNew demos and competitions at the Culinary Stage announced Any travel experience would be far from complete without exploring the destination’s cuisine. Accordingly, the Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show TM, taking place at the Long Beach Convention Center on January 14-15, will feature delicious, interactive demonstrations at the Culinary Stage. The International Fiery Foods Challenge invites guests to take their taste buds to the limit, sampling mouth-watering recipes from around the world. Guests can also participate in a high-stakes cooking competition and learn travel tips for foodies.

The International Fiery Foods Challenge brings together local chefs representing destinations found at the show. From familiar cuisine to the exotic, all dishes will have a delightful kick. The demonstrated foods are Frikadelle (a sort of German meatball), Spicy Tequila Marinated Prawns, Rendang Padang (Indonesian Caramelized Beef Curry), and Medjool Dates with chorizo, mascarpone and Tunisian harissa (a chili sauce). Participating chefs are Kai Loebach of CurryWurst, Amir Thomas of Duo Dishes, SriAdriani 'Jenny' Martono of Indonesia Tourism, and Tracey Augustine of Cashmere Bites. After tasting, guests can vote for their favorites and take home the recipes to recreate them.

The Mark DeCarlo Interactive Cooking Class and Competition will follow the Fiery Foods Challenge. Three lucky audience members will be picked from a drawing to prove their kitchen skills right on the spot, recreating a dish of Mark’s choosing. The audience will vote for the best cook, who will win an all-inclusive Yucatan vacation. The Culinary Stage has good eats for Sunday’s show-goers as well. The Taiwan Tourism Bureau will hold a “Taiwan Popcorn Chicken” demonstration with Chef Frances Lee of the Mighty Boba Truck. Then, Ventura based Chef Jason Collis will host “Farm to Table—Luscious Lemon and Avocado Taste Sensations from 120-year-old, Sustainable Limoneira Ranch.” And, see a top Herradura Tequila ambassador demonstrate Tequila pairing tips. Following this demo, attendees can meet the brand ambassador and taste samples at the Herradura Tequila bar next to the Los Angeles magazine booth. Also not to be missed is “Travel for Foodies – Tips, Trends, and Tools for the Culinary Traveler,” with food and travel experts Michael Cervin, Linda Kissam, Dr. Kathy Gruver, and Chef Allan Cragg.

In addition, the Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show will feature talks by some of the world’s most beloved travel personalities, including Samantha Brown, Andrew Zimmern, Peter Greenberg, Pauline Frommer, Mark DeCarlo, and Patricia Schultz. Attendees can enjoy cultural performances and participate in a variety of activities including scuba lessons from Beadiver.com, a 25’ rock climbing wall, zip line, and children’s activities area. The five-acre show floor will be packed with more than 400 destinations, tour operators and travel professionals providing one-on-one consultations on visiting destinations as near as Catalina Island and as far as Indonesia.

The 2012 Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show’sTM Presenting Sponsor is the Taiwan Tourism Bureau. Supporting Sponsors include Air Berlin/Visit Berlin, Guam Visitors Bureau, Indonesia Tourism, Turkish Culture and Tourism Office. Los Angeles Magazine, NBC4 LA, Los Angeles Consortium of Online Travel (LACOT), Press-Telegram, KABC-AM and KLOS-FM are the flagship Media Sponsors. The event, produced by Unicomm, LLC, will take place at the Long Beach Convention Center Saturday, January 14th and Sunday, January 15th, 2012, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; travel trade may enter the show on Saturday, January 14th at 9:30am for an advance preview or attend during regular show hours. Tickets are $12 at the door or $9 online in advance with Promo Code: LAPR; children age 16 and below admitted free with paid adult. Ticket purchase information, a current schedule of speakers and more details are available at www.latravelshow.com.

(Dec. 2011) New Year’s Eve 2012 Masquerade Party

9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

$15 pre-sale / $25 day of

21 & older only

• N.Y.E. Prix Fixe Menu
• Regular Menu Available
• Live Performances
• DJ Spinning Top 40 / Flashbacks
• Ball Drop Celebration

For more information, visit: citruscitygrille.com/blog/2011/12/nye-citrus-city-grille/

Citrus City Grille (Orange)
122 N. Glassel,
CA-92866
(714) 639-9600

CuisineType : American, Cal Coast

Patina Restaurant
135 N Grand Ave,
CA-90012
(213) 972-7565
www.patinagroup.com

CuisineType : French

Come Celebrate New Year's with Patina

Event Includes:

Buffet- with Oyster Shooters, Prime Rib and Carved Ham

Dessert- Dessert Display

"Here's To" Cocktail Menu

Champagne BarPhoto Booth

Twilight Party: Begins at 5-8:30 pm

Count Down Party: 9-1:00 am

Dinner Package Cost: $59 per person

SIP Lounge
111 East Ocean Blvd,
CA-90802
(562) 437-5900
www.siplongbeach.com

CuisineType : Beer Only

Join SIP Lounge This New Year's

Enjoy music, dancing, incredible drink specials.

Champagne toast at midnight!

Coast of Event: $15

(Dec. 2011) The biggest celebration invades Los Angeles.Times Square New Year's Eve

• World Famous Ball Drop at Midnight
• NYC Food Carts
• GLOW
• Doors open at 8:00 p.m. – 21 & Up
• All-star cast of DJ
• Surprise special guest appearances: Johnny James, Junior Costa, Steve Elektro, Muri

Glow Lounge
4100 Admiralty Way,
CA-90292
310-448-4815
www.glow-bar.com

CuisineType : Food Trucks

Vue
25135 Park Lantern,
CA-92629
(949) 661-5000
www.lagunacliffs.com

CuisineType : Cal Cuisine

Vue New Year's Eve Dinner

Enjoy a 5 course Prix Fixe meal prepared by the award winning restaurant.

Cost of event: $105Reservations required

For more information visit: www.lagunacliffs.com

Looking for good fun and live entertainment

Then join Laguna Cliff Marriott in the Dana Ballroom. OC Vertigo, will be performing hits from the 70's.

Doors open at 8:30pm and the band will begin performing at 9:00pm.

Cost of Event: $25

Pascal's 2012 Silversea Culinary Cruise

Venice, Italy to Istanbul, Turkey

August 3-13, 2012

10 Day Voyage 5222 | Silver Spirit

Cruise Information: http://www.pascalnpb.com/Pascal%20Marianna%20V5222p3.pdf

Tradition by Pascal
1000 Bristol Street North,
CA-92660
949.263.9400
www.pascalnewportbeach.com

CuisineType : Italian, Mediterranean, Turkish, Other

(Dec. 2011) A Morning of fun at UltraLuxe Cinemas in The Shops at the Anaheim Garden Walk with a Buffet Breakfast, Music, Face painting, Games, Prizes, Photos with Santa and more. Bring your camera!

Bubba Gump Shrimp Company
321 W. Katella Avenue Anaheim, CA 92802,
CA-92802
310-410-0300
www.anaheimgardenwalk.com/

CuisineType : Breakfast