Great Taste Magazine

McKenna's On the Bay
190 N. Marina Dr,
CA-90803
(562) 342-9411
www.mckennasonthebay.com

CuisineType : Cal Cuisine, Cal Coast

Have a Heart Celebration!

Enjoy a private dinner with your valentine.

Event is limited to 35 couples, so make sure you reserve today.

- Dinner includes Barefoot wine, candles and roses at each table

Event cost is $100, and as a private event seating is limited.

For more information visit www.mckennasonthebay.com

Parker's Lighthouse & The Queensview Steakhouse
435 Shoreline Village Dr.,
CA-90802
562-432-6500
www.parkerslighthouse.com

CuisineType : Seafood

PARKERS’ LIGHTHOUSE AND QUEENSVIEW STEAKHOUSE

Prescribe the Ideal Valentine’s Destination

“If Music Be the Food of Love…Play On”

~ Live Jazz ~

You're probably wondering what to buy that special someone in your life this Valentine's Day. There's nothing like the gift of sharing a romantic location with breathtaking views to melt the heart of your perfect partner.

As you make your Valentine plans, consider celebrating in style at Parkers’ Lighthouse. One location, two ways to experience the night. Enjoy Tuesday, February 14, in the Main Dining Room or celebrate at Queensview Steakhouse on the third floor of Parkers’ Lighthouse. Plus there will be live entertainment at the Queensview from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. T

hese Prix Fixe menus are sure to put you in a romantic mood:

QUEENSVIEW STEAKHOUSE VALENTINES DAY 2012

$85 per person for a Four-Course Dinner
includes Amuse Bouche, the Chef’s Fresh Creation to Arouse the Palate
Live Jazz at the Queensview

or

PARKERS’ LIGHTHOUSE VALENTINES DAY 2012

$60 per person for a Three-Course Dinner and Shared Dessert in the Main Dining Room

Reservations are suggested for both Parkers’ Lighthouse Main Dining Room and for The Queensview Steakhouse. Please call 562-432-6500. Call the restaurant for details on Parkers’ complimentary shuttle from Downtown Long Beach Hotels, The Aquarium of the Pacific and The Queen Mary. Parkers’ Lighthouse and the Queensview Steakhouse are located at 435 Shoreline Village Dr., Long Beach, CA 90802For restaurant information and reservations, please call 562-432-6500. www.parkerslighthouse.com

Alize at the Top of the Palms
4321 W. Flamingo Road,
NV-89109
(702) 951-7000
www.andrelv.com/alize/

CuisineType : French

Elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration this year to new heights with an unforgettable dinner at Alizé at the Top of the Palms. Your beloved will marvel at not only the extravagant four-course menu, but also at the restaurant’s stunning, panoramic view of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip.

The chef-selected Valentine’s Day meal will be served Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2012 only. Reservations are required.

The meal begins with an amuse bouche of caramelized onion and white truffle panna cotta with apricot confiture and green onion. With appetites whetted, guests will enjoy a first course of either roasted king crab and celery root bisque with black truffle, orange zest and minced chive or Andre’s foie gras terrine with port poached figs, toasted brioche and cinnamon pear preserve. As a second course, guests may choose either a bouquet of baby red and green romaine lettuce with prosciutto, candied walnuts and white balsamic vinaigrette or crispy lobster and St. Andre cheese croustillant with grapefruit emulsion and minced chives. An intermezzo of lemon kiwi sorbet precedes the next course.

An intermezzo of lemon kiwi sorbet precedes the next course; guests may select from pan-roasted veal loin with rosemary and bacon polenta with haricots verts, mixed mushrooms and veal jus; sautéed free range chicken breast with garlic and herb-crusted thigh, truffled potato puree, baby carrots and tarragon chicken glace; sautéed filet of beef with jumbo green asparagus, red onion confit, Idaho potato galette and cognac green peppercorn sauce; or black truffle and almond-crusted Chilean sea bass with fricassee of fingerling potatoes, spinach, mushrooms and Maine lobster Bordelaise sauce.

Concluding the meal, a dessert trio will feature a long-stem strawberry with chocolate fondue and shortbread cookies, meyer lemon gateau with blackberry sauce and poppy seed gaufrette, and white chocolate and macadamia torte with a caramelized Florentine.

Vegetarian menu options are available as well, including a first course of piquillo pepper with provençal vegetables, a second course featuring mélange of mixed field greens with cucumber and balsamic vinaigrette, with or without herbed goat cheese and a third course consisting of black-pepper crusted tofu with winter vegetables with apricots and almonds.

The cost for the meal $125 per person. Guests may call (702) 951-7000 for reservations or more information.

Coupa Cafe
419 North Canon Drive,
CA-90210
310-385-0420
www.coupacafe.com

CuisineType : Spanish

To make Valentine's Day a special night, Coupa Café is offering their first ever-exclusive Love Sharing Menu on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 with an affordable $26 prix fixe per person menu, featuring chocolate and specialty items served from 5pm to 9pm.

First Course:

Valentine’s Day Tequenos
Traditional Venezuelan white cheese sticks wrapped in homemade flour dough served with a special Valentine’s Day homemade chocolate and rosemary dipping sauce.

Coupa Bruschetta
Crispy baguette topped with sautéed mushrooms, fresh chopped tomatoes and basil drizzled with white truffle oil.

Second Course:

Venezuelan Pabellon
The national dish of Venezuela – rice, black beans, sweet fried plantains, arepitas, nata, queso blanco, and homemade shredded beef (chicken/veggie option available)

Homemade Heart Shaped Ravioli
Homemade heart shaped ravioli filed with fresh goat cheese served in a brown butter & sage sauce.

Dessert

Tres Leches
Traditional Latin American dessert, cake soaked in three milks topped with merique & 100% Venezuelan Chocolate fluffy mousse

www.lazydogcafe.com/

CuisineType : American

Rekindle your puppy love this Valentine’s Day weekend at Lazy Dog Café, with three locations in Orange County. Relax and enjoy a laidback and indulgent dinner, served February 10-14 with two delectable offerings: the Surf & Turf with Coulotte steak and succulent jumbo shrimp, and the tempting Shrimp and Asparagus Pasta. Ease into the evening with a variety of seasonal beverages, such as the Lazy Dog Hand Crafted Draft Red Ale and the Passion Fruit Bellini.

The ages-old belief that oysters and champagne conjure up feelings of love will be put to the test during Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant’s annual February tasting. And for the first time ever, die-hard romantics can add caviar to the mix.

“Foods of Love: Oysters and Champagne” gives Bluewater Grill customers in Newport Beach and Tustin the chance to combine the reputed aphrodisiacal qualities of raw oysters with a number of sparkling wine varietals poured in honor of Valentine’s Day.

The oyster and champagne tasting event will be held Feb. 7, and will feature parings of raw oysters on the half shell from British Columbia and Washington State with a choice of Domain Ste. Michelle Brut or Mionetto Prosecco Italian sparkling wine. Special draft beers are also available as an option. The cost of each pairing event is $29.95 per person, and advance reservations are required for sittings at each restaurant starting at 6:30 p.m.

This year, participants can add 30 grams of Alverta White Sturgeon Caviar and a 750ml bottle of acclaimed Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne for an additional $200. Sustainably harvested from mature American white sturgeon off Northern California and served with bilinis and crème fraiche, the caviar has a nutty, buttery flavor with a touch of sweetness.

Reservations for the Feb. 7 tasting are encouraged, and at least 48-hour advance reservations are required for the caviar add-on.

Seafood fans unable to attend the special Feb. 7 celebration can order the oysters off the menu throughout February, and pair them with wines on the bar menu. (The caviar is available throughout February with 48 hours advance notice.)

The Bluewater Grill monthly tasting events, typically hosted every second Tuesday, feature seasonal seafood specialty items paired with hand-selected wines or specialty draught beers. The events have become a popular monthly diversion for local seafood aficionados and Bluewater Grill’s large fan base. Due to Valentine’s Day following on the second Tuesday this year, the tasting events have been moved to the first Tuesday this month only.

Bluewater Grill locations in Orange County include 630 Lido Park Drive in Newport Beach, in Cannery Village, and 2409 Park Avenue in Tustin, at the District at Tustin Legacy retail and entertainment center. The phone numbers are (949) 675-FISH (3474) and (714) 258-FISH (3474), respectively.

True Food Kitchen
451 Newport Center Drive,
CA-92660
949-644-2400
www.truefoodkitchen.com

CuisineType : American

Treat your Valentine to an evening to remember at True Food Kitchen in Newport Beach. The special Valentine’s Day dinner offers a variety of True Food Kitchen’s most popular dishes that will leave you satisfied without weighing you down. The meal starts with a choice of appetizer, followed by a choice of entrée and ends with a dessert assortment. The three-course dinner will be served on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and is priced at $25 per person.*

Choice of Appetizer:
- Herb Hummus, Pita Bread, Tomato, Onion, Feta
- Shiitake & Tofu Lettuce Cups, Ginger, Cashew, Toasted Garlic
- Edamame Dumplings, Daikon Radish, White Truffle Oil
- Tuscan Kale Salad, Lemon, Parmesan, Bread Crumb
- Roasted Eggplant Pizza, Smoked Mozzarella, Red Onion, Marjoram

Choice of Entrée:
- Roasted Chicken, Farro, Red Spinach, Cranberry and Walnut
- All Natural Steak Tacos, Avocado, Cotija Cheese, Tomatillo Salsa, Sour Cream, Anasazi Bean
- Spaghetti Squash Casserole, Fresh Mozzarella, Organic Tomato, Zucchini
- Pan Seared Sea Bass, Brussels Sprouts, Purple Potato, Mushroom, Umami
- Red Chili Shrimp, Sesame Noodles, Gai Lan, Red Spinach, Shiitake Mushroom
- Grilled Steelhead Salmon, Quinoa, Local Beet, Preserved Lemon Salad

*Please note: The three-course meal price does not include tax, gratuity or any additional food or beverages.<br

Sapphire Laguna Restaurant & Pantry
1200 South Coast Highway,
CA-92651
(949) 715-9888
www.sapphirelaguna.com

CuisineType : Other

Sapphire Laguna is putting love and passion on the menu this Valentine’s Day. Featuring a three-course menu, beginning with a tasting of seafood, followed by a choice of entrée and dessert; Chef Azmin Ghahreman’s globally inspired menu will excite taste buds and spark romance. The Valentine’s Day dinner menu will be served on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. with prices starting at $49 per person.* Reservations are recommended and are available by calling (949) 715-9888.

The night of romance will commence with a four-part tasting of seafood, featuring Maine Lobster Bisque, Seared Wild King Salmon Carpaccio, Moroccan Style Poached Jumbo Shrimp and a Lemongrass Crab Cake.

Chef Azmin’s entrées feature flavors that will satisfy any palate:

- Grilled Lamb Delmonico, Moussaka

- Eggplant Timbale, Fava Beans, Broken Olive Jus

- Oven Roasted Chicken Breast, Ravioli of Confit Leg and Raclette, Celeriac Garnish, Natural Thyme Reduction

- Crispy Wild King Salmon, Braised Greens, Tomato Cous Cous, Preserved Meyer Lemon Fumé

- Pan Seared Barramundi, Winter Market Vegetables, Citrus Relish, Herbs de Provence Butter

- Black Trumpet Crusted Beef Tenderloin, Fingerling Potatoes, Baby Turnips and Carrots, Modern Red Wine Sauce

For the dessert course, entitled “Sweet Kisses,” Sapphire Laguna created two complementing trios expressing masculine and feminine qualities. Ladies will receive the “Roses Are Red” dessert and gentlemen will receive the “Violets Are Blue” dessert. A sweet note to end a romantic evening!

“Roses Are Red”

- Ivory Chocolate Pink Praline Torte

- Rosewater Panna Cotta, Rhubarb

-Strawberry Compote

- Thai Chai Semifreddo, Tangerine

“Violets Are Blue”

- Dark Chocolate

-Hazelnut Torte

- Dulce de Leche Panna Cotta, Banana Caramel

- Coconut Semifreddo, Pomelo

*Please note: The three-course meal price does not include beverages, tax and gratuity.

Sapphire Pantry’s Be My Valentine Dinner “To-Go”:

Couples who prefer a romantic evening at home, but want to let someone else do the cooking can preorder the Be My Valentine “To-Go” Dinner from Sapphire Pantry. Each dinner will include a choice of an appetizer, entrée and dessert. The “To-Go” dinner menu features a selection of foods from the Sapphire Laguna Valentine’s Day menu and starts at $42 per person. Orders must be placed by 9 p.m. on Sunday, February 12, 2012.

About Sapphire Laguna:

Chef Azmin Ghahreman opened Sapphire Laguna in 2007, specializing in a “global cuisine” menu of comfort food inspired by cooking styles from around the world, made with the freshest local ingredients. The restaurant also features an extensive list of beers and wines from around the world, and specialty cocktails created by Chef Azmin, who is also a master mixologist. Sapphire Pantry features fine wines, an extensive selection of artisan cheeses, local produce, a wide variety of specialty products and freshly-made, take-out food. For more information, visit www.sapphirelaguna.com or call (949) 715-9888. Sapphire Laguna is located at 1200 South Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.<br

Matador Cantina
111 N. Harbor Blvd,
CA-92832
714.871.8226
www.TheMatador.com

CuisineType : Mexican

Matador Cantina is now accepting reservations for its special Valentine's Day Dinner!

Chef David Dennis has prepared a three-course menu that includes a handcrafted rose margarita or glass of Champagne! All for only $35! This special holiday dinner sells out each each year so it is recommended to make your reservations early to ensure availability. To reserve today, call 714.871.8226.

VALENTINE'S MENU

APPETIZER

- Roasted Oysters with a Garlic Cilantro Crust

- Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

ENTRÉE

- Grilled Salmon with a Roasted Poblano Cream Sauce, served with Chipotle Polenta & Sautéed Spinach

- New York Steak, served with Chipotle Mashed Potatoes & Mushrooms

DESSERT

- House-made Strawberry Tart

Served with a handcrafted rose margarita or glass of Champagne

* Due to limited seating for the holiday, Taco Tuesday specials will be available at the bar only.

Thank you for your understanding<br

Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen
110 W. Birch St.,
CA-92821
714-255-1040
www.chachasbrea.com

CuisineType : Mexican

Cha Cha’s offers a lively, yet romantic ambiance for couples looking to enjoy a special evening in the tradition of Valentine’s Day. To celebrate the holiday and the love that surrounds it, Cha Cha’s Latin Kitchen has designed a special ‘Mi Amor’ menu available throughout the week and both weekends surrounding February 14th. The special menu will feature an abundance of Cha Cha’s favorites including smokey Queso Fundido over roasted potatoes and poblano chiles, fresh Haas avocado Guacamole, Shrimp Ceviche in fresh lime and orange juices, Tortilla Soup with Chicken, Pan Roasted Mahi, slow braised pork Carnitas, Crab & Shrimp Enchiladas in a creamy habanero pesto sauce, Tres Leches Cake and classic Flan.

These are just a sampling of the items to enjoy and all affordably priced at $24.95 per person. Couples will share an appetizer, each will get a starter course, and an entree, finished with a shared sweet treat from the dessert choices. Guests can round off their meal with an award winning hand-crafted cocktail like the Cha Cha Margarita with 100% blue agave tequila, Elderflower Liqueur, Ruby Red Grapefruit, and fresh lime; Pineapple Smash with premium tequila, fresh pineapple, Vanilla Tuaca Liqueur, and cinnamon; or Sangria Tradicional with red wine infused with fresh citrus, tropical fruit, and orange liqueur.

Stone Hill/ Motif
One Monarch Beach Resort,
ca-92629
18007221543
www.stregismb.com/

CuisineType : American

OC's Best Way to Celebrate Valentine's Day

This Valentine’s Day, pamper and indulge your special someone at the St. Regis Monarch Beach – Orange County's most luxurious and inviting Resort and Spa!Looking for a romantic getaway? We've got the perfect package – and a tremendous value – for you! With the Spa Rejuvenation Package, you will enjoy a one-night stay in a luxe room at the St. Regis Monarch Beach AND receive $400 credit at the Resort's renowned Spa Gaucin. That means that, in addition to your lovely room, you also can enjoy a couples' treatment at the Spa, or any other treatments…up to $400 in value! And, don't forget that Spa Gaucin pampers you not only with its world-class treatments, but also with a full-day of enjoyment, including a private pool, whirlpool spa, saunas, steam room, fitness center, complimentary wine after your treatment and more!

Can't get away, but still want to treat your valentine to a special evening? Make a reservation at one of the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort's award-winning restaurants: Stonehill Tavern or Motif.

At the Forbes Four-Star Stonehill Tavern, you'll delight in the chic ambiance, as well as in the special six-course tasting menu, offered February 10, 11, and 14th. For $125 per person, you'll experience sublime dishes from Kobe beef carpaccio to Pacific salmon to New York striploin. Please note Stonehill Tavern will be closed Sunday and Monday before Valentine's Day.

Or, revel in a stunning ocean view at the St. Regis Monarch Beach's signature restaurant, Motif – while you indulge in a special four-course menu, offered February 11-14. Enjoy delectable dishes such as Pacific diver scallops, slow-cooked prime beef short ribs with butternut squash gnocchi, and chocolate surprise for $80 per person. Or, dine on a three-course menu in the privacy of your hotel room for $70 per person.

Whatever your Valentine's Day fancy, the St. Regis Monarch Beach stands ready to deliver a most romantic evening. Please contact the Resort at 1-800-722-1543 so that one of our reservation specialists may ensure that you, and your loved one, will celebrate a Valentine's Day to remember.

Room Forty
Various,
CA-90065
(323) 356-4414
www.roomforty.com

CuisineType : Fine Dining

Room Forty's Valentine's Day Dinner With No Walls

This Valentine's Day come celebrate with Room Forty.

As usual Room Forty will not be giving details as to location quite yet, but has hinted that location with be in the O.C area. Room Forty is looking to cater to the "Adventurous Aficionado," as their menu and location are not pre-published.

Event consists of

  A 6 course meal, with 6 wine pairings.

Tickets for the event must be purchased in advance by February 8th.

Tickets are limited and going fast, get your tickets today, by visiting roomforty.com

Anaheim White House
887 South Anaheim Blvd,
CA-92805
(714) 772-1381
www.anaheimwhitehouse.com

CuisineType : French, Italian

Valentine’s Day (Tues, Feb 14) – Romantics looking for a timeless dining experience will enjoy a 4-course prix-fixe Valentine’s Day “Romeo & Juliet” menu. Items include Venus ravioli filled with imported cheeses, St. Valentino salad dressed with a passion fruit vinaigrette and an entre of fresh whitefish sautéed with lemon beurre blanc paired with braised boneless beef short ribs in a Cabernet Sauvignon glace and wild mushroom sauce. A flourless chocolate cake and cappuccino mousse served with seasonal fruit will top off the meal for $85 per person (the regular menu will also be available). Guests may choose from 4 seatings: 4, 6, 8 and 10 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling (714) 772-1381.<br

Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen
1590 South Disneyland Driv,
CA-92802
714-776-5200
www.rbjazzkitchen.com

CuisineType : Creole, Soul Food

My Jazzy Valentine!
Celebrate with the One you Love.

February 14 – 3 course menu – $95 per person

VIP Seating in Flambeaux Room with live music or Balcony Seating with a beautiful view of Downtown Disney.

Call Bruno Duarte to book: 714-776-5200

Z'Tejas
3333 S. Bristol Street,
CA-92626
(714) 979-7469
www.ztejas.com

CuisineType : Mexican

At Z'Tejas This Valentine's Day South Coast Plaza Restaurant Offers Limited Time Menu, Feb 11-14 This Valentine’s weekend, romantics seeking the recipe for love can spice things up at Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill at South Coast Plaza. With Valentine’s Day falling on a Tuesday, Executive Chef Daniel Stevens will cook up a special holiday menu available throughout the weekend, Saturday-Tuesday, Feb 11-14 during dinner hours. Menu choices include a Baja shrimp martini, Ancho grilled pork tenderloin, peppercorn crusted filet, pan seared sea scallops, and pepita crusted chicken. For dessert, couples can enjoy a white chocolate mousse adorned with raspberries and pomegranate syrup. Two specially designed cocktails will be featured: a pomegranate-infused “PAMA ‘Rita” and a low-cal (only 250 calorie) “Love on the Rocks” made with Prairie Organic Vodka, pomegranate liqueur, cranberry juice, agave nectar, fresh lime juice and club soda.

Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill specializes in fresh, flavorful and innovative menu items inspired by culinary influences from Louisiana, Texas, California and Mexico. The restaurant’s interior features an exhibition kitchen, private dining room, mahogany bar, wrought iron detailing, handcrafted tile work, copper accents, jewel-toned fabric lined booths and flattering amber-colored lighting. Al fresco dining is available on the restaurant’s 85-seat heated patio. Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill is open daily for lunch and dinner; half price appetizers and drink specials are offered during happy hour. Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill is located on the east side of South Coast Plaza (3333 S. Bristol Street, Costa Mesa). For more information, call (714) 979-7469 or visit www.ztejas.com.

The Ritz-Carlton
One Ritz Carlton Drive,
CA-92629
800-241-3333
www.ritzcarlton.com/laguna

CuisineType : Healthy

aphrodisiac culinary class hosted by Raya CHEF Gerlachat The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Featuring Special Guest Chef Richard Sandoval

In celebration of the month of romance, RAYA Chef Marissa Gerlach and guest chef Richard Sandoval, host an Aphrodisiac Culinary Class Saturday, February 11. The demonstration-style class is $109 per person and will be presented from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Following the demonstration, guests will enjoy the five-course menu, along with the paired cocktails.

The menu highlights such aphrodisiacs as pomegranates, oysters, avocados, salmon, and of course, chocolate. Oysters are brimming with zinc, a mineral that cranks up the production of testosterone, which has been linked to a higher sex drive. The pomegranate owes its passion power to antioxidants, which protect the lining of blood vessels, allowing more blood to course through them. Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which keep hormone production at its peak.

The Culinary Demonstration menu includes:

Hibiscus Water and Pomegranate Lime Champagne

Oysters on a Half Shell / Champagne Chipotle Mignonette

Salmon Tiradito / Pomegranate White Soy Ponzu / Mango / Wasibi Aioli

Avocado Gazpacho / Dungeness Crab / Caviar / Watermelon / Cucumber / Cilantro

Adobo Thai Prawns / Veracuzana / Pickled Poblano / Fufu / TostonesChampagne Sabayon / Grapefruit / Almond Crunch / Cilantro

The ages-old belief that oysters and champagne conjure up feelings of love will be put to the test during Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant’s annual February tasting. And for the first time ever, die-hard romantics can add caviar to the mix.

“Foods of Love: Oysters and Champagne” gives Bluewater Grill customers in Newport Beach and Tustin the chance to combine the reputed aphrodisiacal qualities of raw oysters with a number of sparkling wine varietals poured in honor of Valentine’s Day.

The oyster and champagne tasting event will be held Feb. 7, and will feature parings of raw oysters on the half shell from British Columbia and Washington State with a choice of Domain Ste. Michelle Brut or Mionetto Prosecco Italian sparkling wine. Special draft beers are also available as an option. The cost of each pairing event is $29.95 per person, and advance reservations are required for sittings at each restaurant starting at 6:30 p.m.

This year, participants can add 30 grams of Alverta White Sturgeon Caviar and a 750ml bottle of acclaimed Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne for an additional $200. Sustainably harvested from mature American white sturgeon off Northern California and served with bilinis and crème fraiche, the caviar has a nutty, buttery flavor with a touch of sweetness.

Reservations for the Feb. 7 tasting are encouraged, and at least 48-hour advance reservations are required for the caviar add-on.

Seafood fans unable to attend the special Feb. 7 celebration can order the oysters off the menu throughout February, and pair them with wines on the bar menu. (The caviar is available throughout February with 48 hours advance notice.)

The Bluewater Grill monthly tasting events, typically hosted every second Tuesday, feature seasonal seafood specialty items paired with hand-selected wines or specialty draught beers. The events have become a popular monthly diversion for local seafood aficionados and Bluewater Grill’s large fan base. Due to Valentine’s Day following on the second Tuesday this year, the tasting events have been moved to the first Tuesday this month only.

Bluewater Grill locations in Orange County include 630 Lido Park Drive in Newport Beach, in Cannery Village, and 2409 Park Avenue in Tustin, at the District at Tustin Legacy retail and entertainment center. The phone numbers are (949) 675-FISH (3474) and (714) 258-FISH (3474), respectively.

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.

The Winery Restaurant
2647 Park Avenue,
CA-92782
714.258.7600
www.TheWineryRestaurant.net

CuisineType : American

This Valentine’s Day, The Winery Restaurant’s Executive Chef & Partner Yvon Goetz will be assuming his role as cupid as he brings a taste of Wine Country to the HEARTS of Orange County! On Tuesday, February 14, The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar, located at The District in Tustin, will be offering a special Valentine’s “Oh, Baby!” dinner menu for $69 or $89 per guest (excluding tax, gratuity and additional beverages). Dinner reservations can be made by calling 714.258.7600.

Each course of this special menu, named after Chef Goetz’s noted catch phrase, “Oh, Baby!” can be paired with the perfect wine or champagne by Sommelier & Managing Partner William Lewis.

OH, BABY! VALENTINE’S MENU
$69 or $89 per guest (excludes tax/gratuity/addl beverages~no substitutions or splitting~menu must be ordered for entire table)

Amuse Bouche

Avocado, Heirloom Tomato Confit and Roquefort Cheese on Toasted Ciabatta

Choice of Appetizer

Seared Rare Yellowfin Ahi Tuna
Mango-Cucumber Tower, Micro Greens
Cilantro-Orange Vinaigrette

Roasted Corn and Shrimp Bisque
Shrimp and Watercress Chantilly

The Winery House Salad
Candied Walnuts, Roquefort Cheese, Red Grapes, Red Onions, Apples, Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette

Colorado Buffalo Carpaccio
Black Pepper Crusted, Black Truffle Vinaigrette
Crispy Parmesan Straw

Porcini Crusted Maine Jumbo Scallops
Sage, Roasted Squash and Ricotta Cheese Ravioli

Dungeness Crab, Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata
Micro Arugula, Garlic Croutons, Lemon Mosto Olive Oil
Aged Balsamic Reduction

Choice of Main Course

$69

Seared Hawaiian Seabass
Garlic Spinach-Thyme Roasted Yukon Gold & Sweet Potatoes
Black Truffle-Pinot Noir Reduction

Filet and Wild White Shrimp Napoleon
Potatoes, Celery Mousseline
Cabernet Essence

Grilled Alaskan King Salmon
Organic Vegetable Quinoa, Grilled Asparagus
Micro Greens, Tomato-Basil Sauce Vierge

$89

14 oz. Bone-In Filet
Grilled Asparagus, Black Truffle Mashed Potatoes
Bordelaise Sauce

Wild Game “Duo”
Colorado Buffalo Filet & New Zealand Venison Chop
Huckleberry-Syrah Essence

Australian Lobster Tail and Lemon Risotto
Edamame Beans, Roasted White Corn
Chervil-Champagne Butter Sauce

Choice of Dessert

Strawberry-Chocolate Crepes
Organic Strawberry-Chambord Ragout
Tahitian Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

The Winery Cheesecake
Vanilla Chantilly, Fresh Berry Coulis

Trio of Sorbets
Assortment of Fresh Seasonal Berries

Tahitian Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee
Chocolate Fleur de Sel Cookie

Warm Callebaut Chocolate-Fleur de Sel Tart
Blackberry Cabernet Sorbet

For reservations or more information, please call 714.258.7600.

Casa Vega
13301 Ventura Blvd,
CA-91423
818.788.0911
www.casavega.com

CuisineType : Mexican

On Tuesday, February 14, 2012, Casa Vega, Los Angeles’ favorite Mexican restaurant, will be accepting reservations specially for this special day, allowing couples to secure the chance to enjoy a romantic night out. For all of the lovers who love Mexican food, the restaurant will provide a Valentine’s Day meal to remember, complete with champagne for the table and roses for the women, and will be open until 2 a.m.

Casa Vega, a Sherman Oaks fixture for over 55 years, serves a traditional Mexican menu filled with Vega family recipes, many of which have remained the same since 1956, that feature only the finest, freshest ingredients. Standouts on the restaurant’s menu include Tres Tacos Chicos, Lobster Enchiladas, and a Traditional Chicken Mole. Guests can also enjoy specialty drinks, beer, and wine from the restaurant’s cantina, which serves up favorites such as the Ray Vega’s Award Winning Casa Vega Margarita, the Skinny Margarita, and the Blood Orange Margarita.

The Sky Room
40 S. Locust Avenue,
CA-90802
(562) 983-2703
www.theskyroom.com

CuisineType : American, Seafood, Steak

*Limited Seating Available*

Valentine's Day
FEBRUARY 14, 2012

1st Seating 5:30 – 7:30
2nd Seating 8:30 – 10:30

Music: Piano and Saxophone Duo Feat. Dave Applebaum

Long Stem Rose, Box of Chocolate, Glass of Champagne

I

Kumomoto Oysters
Yucca Carrot Chip, Honey Habanero Aioli

II

Fresh Diver Scallops
Cauliflower Puree, Black Truffle Emulsion, Cayenne Oil

III

Scottish Salmon
Heriloom Caramelized Carrots, Corn Puree, Persimmon Vinaigrette

Prime Filet Mignon
Organic Purple Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus, Black Truffles, Port Wine Reduction

Colorado Lamb Loin
Apricots, Walnuts, Lemon Preserves, Cinnamon, Celery Root Puree,Balsamic Reduction

(Vegetarian available upon request)

III

Duo of French Pastries
(inspired by love)

$119.00 per person(excludes tax and service charge)

TAPS Fish House and Brewery
101 E. Imperial Highway,
CA-92821
(714) 257-0101
tapsfishhouse.com

CuisineType : Eclectic

Celebrate Valentine's Day With TAPS Fish House

Enjoy their Valentine's prix fixe menu.

* Price determined by price of Entree

For information or to make a reservation visit: tapsfishhouse.com

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.

O'Neill's Bar & Grill
26772 Avery Parkway,
California-92692
949.305.5100
arroyotrabuco.com/specials.aspx

CuisineType : American, Bar & Grill

Love Bird Dinner
Tuesday, February 14th
Share a Selection of Delicious Entrees and a Champagne Toast with your Loved One!
Seatigns Begin at 5:00pm

$65 per person