3 Course Memorable Meal- Fleming’s
| September 19, 2010 | ||
| 5:00 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
Filed under: Prix Fixe Dinners - Wine, Events
Tidbits & Kudos
- The Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens is proud to announce its participation in the international Meatless Mondays campaign. Every Monday, the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens will offer an entirely meatless menu, although meat is still … - Read More »
- After several days of hot- and cold-food competitions, a team of students, all younger than 25, from Oregon Coast Culinary Institute at Southwestern Oregon Community College, Coos Bay, Ore., representing ACF Bay Area Chefs Association of Oregon, was … - Read More »
- The Food and Drug Administration has provided guidelines to help restaurants comply with new calorie and nutrition information requirements. The FDA says it "expects to refrain from enforcement action for a time period" to give the industry time … - Read More »
- Read More »- La Quinta Resort & Club has appointed Stephen Strickland as executive chef for the award-winning property located in Southern California's famed Palm Springs area. Strickland will oversee the day-to-day culinary operations for the 45-acre, 796-room property, which is … - Read More »
- Bonefish Grill, the polished casual restaurant best known for its big-city bar and market-fresh fish, took four top honors in the 2010 ZAGAT Survey of National Chain Restaurants, including Top Food and Top Service in the full service … - Read More »
- Huddle House CEO Phil Greifeld has resigned to become the chief executive at Captain D's Seafood Kitchen, replacing ex-CEO David Head. Huddle House board member Ken Keymer will become interim CEO of the chain, which operates 400 restaurants … - Read More »
- What do you get when you take 20 energetic youth from the local Boys & Girls Club and arm them with spatulas, mixing bowls and ingredients like chicken thighs, nutmeg and Panko breadcrumbs? A delectable and … - Read More »
- El Pollo Loco CEO Steve Carley has resigned his post effective Sept. 12 and will take the chief executive chair at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, according to media reports. Carley, who has led the flame-grilled chicken chain for … - Read More »
- The Los Angeles City Council heard from restaurant owners and food truck operators this week as it began considering regulations aimed at tightening control of mobile eateries. The council is considering several options, including establishing a permit process … - Read More »
- Longtime KFC franchisees are angry about a move last year by parent Yum! Brands that shifts focus away from the chain's fried chicken roots. Marketing efforts aimed at spotlighting grilled chicken offerings to health-conscious consumers have cost sales, … - Read More »
- Morton's The Steakhouse and the entire third and fourth generations of Napa Valley's famed Mondavi family have joined forces for a nationwide wine dinner and charity auction on October 7, 2010 at the Charles Krug Winery Carriage House … - Read More »
- The Culinary Institute of America's Communications Team Invites You to Join Us in San Antonio, TX on Saturday, October 9 for the Grand Opening of our Newly Expanded Campus. The founding of the CIA, San Antonio … - Read More »
- Wendy's topped the list of favorite quickservice giants for its food, while Panera and Chipotle led among the smaller players, according to the latest Zagat survey of more than 6,500 consumers. Five Guys Burgers & Fries took the … - Read More »
- The Culinary Arts & Hospitality High School Inc. program at Santa Ana Valley High is seeking sponsorship for their 2,400 students in the Extreme Kitchen Makeover. The fundraiser will take place on September 10, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. - … - Read More »
- Daphne's Greek Cafe announced today the launch of its new Pita Melts, delicious Greek-inspired sandwiches offered in three flavors: Grilled Chicken Pesto, Fire-Roasted Veggie Pesto and Fresh-Carved Gyros. Daphne's Pita Melts combine grilled pita bread with signature Daphne's … - Read More »
- Seattle's Maxwell Hotel has named Tyler Suddith the Assistant General Manager. Congratulations! www.themaxwellhotel.com Posted 8/23/10. - Read More »
- Hotel Fifty, a distinctive boutique hotel located in Portland where downtown meets the river, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kairos Cuilann des Rosiers as director of wine & spirits. "Kairos' diverse background and extensive wine knowledge will … - Read More »
- The American Culinary Federation, Inc. (ACF), the nation's premier organization for professional chefs and cooks, has awarded four Tristar Products, Inc.'s Jack LaLanne juicers - the Power Juicer Classic, Power Juicer Express, Power Juicer Pro and Power Juicer … - Read More »
- A traveling troupe of culinary artists is betting that fellow foodies will pay big bucks to participate in seven-hour cooking sessions that culminate in communal meals. After seeing success with its L.A. debut, A Razor, a Shiny Knife … - Read More »
In This Issue
Lola’s 5 for $15 Menus- Lola’s, West Hollywood
Monday- Spaghetti &Meatballs served w/ Parmesan garlic bread
cocktail: Glass of Blackstone Pinot Noir Tuesday-Grilled Top Sirloin Burger w/ French Fries
cocktail : Pint of Stella Artois
Wednesday & Thursdays- Lola’s Summer Sale Menu will stay as is by popular demand!
(all inclusive 3 course with a cocktail $25 - all night long)
Friday- Herb-Crusted Salmon in a white wine sauce w/whipped potatoes, spring vegetables
cocktail : Glass of EOS Chardonnay
Saturday- Chicken or Shrimp Stir Fry w/ choice of brown or white rice
cocktail : TsingTao Beer
Sunday- Lola’s Grilled Pork Chop w/ mashed potatoes, sauteed broccoli & pancetta -sage gray
cocktail : Lola’s Apple Martini
945 N. Fairfax Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323)654-5652
http://www.lolasla.com/
Filed under: $0-$30, Prix Fixe Dinners
Wine Dinner Benefitting Make-A-Wish Foundation - Morton’s Steakhouse
| October 7, 2010 |
the Make-A-Wish Foundation(R). Broadcast live from Napa Valley to select Morton’s private dining rooms across the country.
$175 per guest (inclusive of tax and gratuity)
Participating Locations and Reservations
Meet one of the esteemed hosts of this event, Marcia Mondavi Borger. Watch the interview or learn more on our blog at www.thebeststeakanywhere.com.
Filed under: Fund Raisers with Wine, Fund Raisers with Food, Prix Fixe Dinners, Events
Winemaker Dinner Featuring Chef Bradley Ogden - Niner Wine Estates, Paso Robles
| October 2, 2010 | ||
| 11:00 am |
$125 per person (does not include Sunset Savor the Central Coast Main Event ticket)
Niner Wine Estates Hospitality Center
With only 3 tickets left, do not wait! Visit
2400 Highway 46 West
Paso Robles, CA. 93446
www.ninerwine.com
Filed under: Wine Dinners, Prix Fixe Dinners - Wine, Events
20th Anniversary Celebration - Bistro Garden, Studio City
| September 24, 2010 |
20% of the proceeds from the dinner will go to the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research, which provides funding for Cancer researchers worldwide. The special menu items will remain on the menu from September 24 through Sunday, October 3rd.
The Bistro Garden
12950 Ventura Boulevard
Studio City, CA
818.501.0202
www.bistrogarden.com
Filed under: Fund Raisers with Wine, Fund Raisers with Food, Prix Fixe Dinners, Events
2nd Annual Green Feast - The Ecology Center, San Juan Capistrano
| September 11, 2010 |
Tickets may be purchased at TheEcologyCenter.org or by calling 949.443.4223.
There are a limited number of seats; be sure the reserve early to insure your place at this remarkable event.
The Ecology Center
32701 Alipaz Street
San Juan Capistrano, CA
(949) 443-4223
Filed under: Fund Raisers with Food, Prix Fixe Dinners, Events
Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner - Five Crowns, Corona del Mar
| October 31, 2010 | ||
| 7:00 pm |
Five Crowns
3801 East Coast Highway
Corona Del Mar, CA 92625-2599
(949) 760-0331
www.lawrysonline.com
Filed under: Halloween, Prix Fixe Dinners, Events
Father’s Day Brunch - Sapphire, Laguna Beach
Celebrate the “man of the house” with a prix fixe brunch for Father’s Day, featuring a three-course menu by Chef Azmin Ghahreman. Reservations are recommended.
1200 South Coast Hwy
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 715-9888
www.sapphirelaguna.com
Filed under: Father's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners, Brunch
Easter Brunch - Bayside, Newport Beach
- On Sunday, April 4th, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. diners are invited to enjoy an exceptional three-course prix-fixe brunch menu created especially for the holiday.
- The three-course champagne brunch is available for $37.75 per person plus tax and service. A three-course children’s brunch menu will also be available for $14.75 per person plus tax and service.
- For the champagne brunch menu patrons are invited to choose a starter such as tartare of ahi tuna, roasted beets with whipped goat cheese or a griddle crab cake with chipotle aioli.
- For the main course guests can choose from items such as a smoked Scottish Salmon, “Bayside Benedict” with citrus hollandaise or boneless pork rib rack chop with mushroom ragu.
- As a special treat, a live Brazilian musical duo is scheduled to perform from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to entertain diners during brunch.
- For evening diners, Bayside will have their usual dinner menu available featuring two three-course dinner menus for $35.50 and $45.50 per person plus tax and service.
Filed under: Easter, Prix Fixe Dinners
Return of the Swallows to San Juan Capistrano - Simply Fondue
This month, come and join Simply Fondue in celebrating the Return of the Swallows to San Juan Capistrano. During the entire month of March 2010, guests at Simply Fondue can join us in celebrating with one of the following specials:
-Guests who purchase a prix-fixe dinner for two will receive a complimentary appetizer or $20 off your bill
-Guests who purchase a prix-fixe dinner for four or more will receive a complimentary bottle of select wine
For more information and to make reservations, please call or visit us at www.simplyfondueoc.com
Filed under: Special Promotions, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Day - Daily Grill, Fashion Island
Daily Grill at Fashion Island also has a Valentine’s Day Special for Two, featuring Three Course “Supper” Menu with a starter salad, choice of entrée including Hazelnut Crusted Mahi Mahi, Sea Scallops with Grilled Asparagus, Filet Mignon with a Bleu Cheese Herb Crust, Roasted Australian Rack of Lamb, and choice of dessert or glass of wine for $28.95. The restaurant is also offering a Valentine’s Day Special for Two, featuring a four course dinner $64, which includes a Crab Cake appetizer, a choice of entrée, salad or soup and dessert.
In addition, Daily Grill is featuring new additions to its happy hour menu, available daily from 4 to 7 p.m. New items include Spicy Bleu Cheese Fries; Spicy Crispy Chicken Strips; Chicken Meatballs with Marinara Sauce; and Loaded Mac & Cheese, a delicious blend of Cheddar, Gruyere, and Fontina, with Bacon and Sautéed Mushrooms. The Daily Grill at Fashion Island can be reached at (949) 644-2223.
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Weekend - Charlie Palmer, Costa Mesa
Valentine’s Weekend Dining (Feb 13-14): We’re offering a delicious Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu including aphrodisiac-inspired dishes on both Saturday and Sunday.$105 per person, $45 wine supplement. 714-352-2525 for reservations. Click here to view the menu.
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Day - Taleo Mexican Grill, Irvine
Valentine’s Day at Taleo
Prix Fixe Menu - $36 per person
Appetizers (choice of one)
Freshly made Guacamole or Queso Fundido
Soup or Salad (choice of one)
Mixed Greens Salad
Caesar Salad
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Azzoz Con Pollo Soup
Entrees (choice of one)
Carnitas
Tender pork deeply caramelized
Smoky Chipotle Apple Chicken
Two fire grilled chicken breasts glazed in sweet
and smoky chipotle apple barbecue sauce
Camarones al Mojo de Ajo
Jumbo Gulf shrimp sautéed in a white wine sauce
with roasted garlic and a touch of cream
Wine
A glass of red or white house wine
Desserts (choice of one)
A portion of our delicious Pastel de Tres Leches
A portion of our Famous Creamy Flan
Prices exclude tax and gratuity.
Prix Fixe Menu - $60 per person
Appetizers (choice of one)
Freshly made Guacamole or Queso Fundido
Soup or Salad (choice of one)
Mixed Greens Salad
Caesar Salad
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Arroz Con Pollo Soup
Entrees* (choice of one)
Caribbean Lobster Surf and Turf
Caribbean lobster tail split, paired with a
5oz grilled Filet Mignon
Jumbo Sea Scallop Surf and Turf
Four jumbo sea scallops wrapped in bacon,
pan seared golden, paired with a 5oz grilled Filet Mignon
Camarones Surf and Turf
Three jumbo Gulf shrimp, paired with a
5 oz grilled Filet Mignon
*All $60 entrées are served with mashed potatoes and asparagus.
Wine
A glass of Fall Line Cabernet or Chardonnay
Desserts (choice of one)
A portion of our delicious Pastel de Tres Leches
A portion of our Famous Creamy Flan
Prices exclude tax and gratuity.
Taleo Mexian Grill
3309 Michelson Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 553-9002
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Day - Taco Rosa, Newport Beach and Irvine
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with our special gift to you!
First 50 dinner reservations will receive a special “parting gift” valued at $190!
one per couple, restrictions apply
Valentine’s Day Brunch
10 am - 2 pm
Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu
4 pm - 9 pm
*Thank You for celebrating Valentine’s Day with Taco Rosa. The parting gift for the first 50 dinner reservations (one per couple) will be honored for future visits - restrictions apply. Good for dine-in only, not valid for take-out. Management reserves the right to modify or discontinue offer without notice*
Call Newport or Irvine Locations for Reservations
Taco Rosa
Mexican City Cuisine
Newport Beach
Newport Hills Shopping Center
2632 San Miguel Rd.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949)720-0980
Irvine
The Market Place
13792 Jamboree Rd.
Irvine, CA 92670
(714)505-6080
www.tacorosa.com
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Dinner - Port, Corona del Mar
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Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Menu - Fred’s Mexican Cafe, Laguna Niguel
$21.95 per couple
Starter
Choice of a side Caesar Salad or Cilantro Vinaigrette Salad
Entrée
Sizzling Fajitas to Share
Choice of Steak Shrimp or Chicken
Or
Mix and Match
(Two Side plates of rice and beans)
Dessert
“Match made in Heaven”
Chocolate Diablo perfectly complimented
with a hot Cinnamon Churro…
topped with whipped cream!
Champagne Toast
Two glasses
Fred’s Mexican Cafe
32431 Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine Menu - Golden Truffle
Valentine Menu
Sunday, February 14, 2010
1st Course
Golden Truffle Smoked Wild King Salmon with Homemade Danish Mustard Pickles
Ginger Wasabe Chicken and Avocado Hand Roll
Rare Filet Carpaccio with Arugula and Gorgonzola
2nd Course
Old Fashioned Cream of Chicken Soup
Petite Iceberg Lettuce and Preserved Tomato with House Buttermilk Dressing
Sweet Shrimp Tostada, Salsa Fresca and Queso Seco
Entree
Sautéed Organic Breast of Chicken with Melange of Root Vegetables & Natural Reduction
Sautéed Scottish Wild King Salmon with Brie Champagne Beurre Blanc
Baked Spinach Lasagna with Leeks, 3 Cheeses & Tomato Herb Ragu
Roasted Lamb Shank with Peruvian White Beans
24 Hour Pit Braised Prime Boneless Brisket with Bacon Whipped Potato and Horseradish Jus
Dessert
Meyer Lemon Butter Tart with Madagascar Vanilla Bean Gelato
Dark Chocolate Pot d’Cream with Bitter Chocolate Espresso Cookies
Juan’s Crushed Raspberry Blackberry Cheesecake
$68.00 Per Person (excludes beverages, tax & gratuity)
02/14/2010 Corkage $30.00
Reservations Recommended
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Day - Bistro Garden at Coldwater, Studio City
A four-day Valentine’s Day celebration at the romantic Bistro Garden
Friday and Saturday:
Aphrodisiac Chocolate Treat with A la Carte Menu
Sunday
Special Three Course Menu @$78.00 per person
With A complimentary Rose for the Ladies
Monday
Complimentary Chocolate or Raspberry Soufflé with each Entrée Ordered
The Bistro Garden at Coldwater
12950 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA
818.501.0202
www.bisgrogarden.com
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Candlelit Rooftop Valentine’s Dinner - Bouchees Bistro at Smooth’s, Long Beach
Space is very limited and reservations are required!
menu
first
-partner 1-
oysters on the half shell, tomato-horseradish jam, avocado
-partner 2-
honey glazed lamb chops, braised endive, pomegranate jus
second
-partner 1-
walnut crusted sauteed salmon, fig balsamic reduction
-partner 2-
prosciutto wrapped swordfish, marcona almonds, salsa verde
third
-partner 1-
beef bourguignon, mushrooms, turnips and carrots in red wine sauce
-partner 2-
warm beef tenderloin, asparagus and shiitake mushroom salad with sesame ginger dressing
dessert for two
chocolate torchon, salted cashew brittle, diced banana, vanilla cream
6pm reception
7pm first course served
price $75 per couple + tax + gratuity
Bouchees Bistro at Smooths
144 pine ave.
long beach, CA 90802
562 437 7700
www.bouchees.com
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Day 4-course Menu & Live Entertainment - Manhattan Steak & Seafood, Orange
Special 4-course menu and Live Entertainment!
$90/person
Manhattan Steak & Seafood
202 S. Main Street
Orange, CA 92868
Phone: 714-978-6161
www.manhattanoc.com
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
February Culotte Steak Special - Park Ave., Stanton
$24.00 Sundays
Includes:
Shrimp Cake
Chili Mayo
Choice of:
Mini Wedge Salad With our Fresh Prepared Dressings
Or
A Cup of Soup of the day
Main Course:
Grilled Culotte Steak
Natural Juices
Parmesan Fries
Choice of:
Fresh Strawberries
Custard Sauce
Or
Chocolate Cake
Park Ave.
11200 Beach Ave.
Stanton, CA 90680
Phone: 714.901.4400
Filed under: Special Event Menus, Prix Fixe Dinners
Valentine’s Dinner Special - Matador Cantina, Fullerton
In addition to our extensive dinner menu, Matador will be offering a Prix Fixe menu for you and your Valentine:
Filed under: Valentine's Day, Prix Fixe Dinners
“Love That Lasts” February - Salt Creek Grille, Dana Point
Rather than limiting February’s romantic holiday celebration to a single day, Salt Creek Grille is serving up “Love that Lasts” all month long.
Starting Monday, the venerated restaurant will offer patrons an extraordinary $49 three-course Salt Creek Grille Surf and Turf meal for two. The delectable offering features an 8-ounce Mesquite-Grilled Top Sirloin Steak and an 8-ounce Lobster Tail, served with buttermilk red mashed potatoes and farmers fresh vegetables. Guests will end the night savoring a special dessert.
“February is always just centered on ‘V-day’ and we want our customers to celebrate their loved ones, friends and significant others all month long with an incredible three-course meal that is insanely low in cost but high in taste and sophistication,” said General Manager Jeremy Illenberger.
Love that Lasts is not valid Feb 11-15.
Salt Creek Grille
32802 Crown Valley Parkway.
Dana Point, CA
949-661-7799
www.saltcreekgrille.com
Filed under: Prix Fixe Dinners
All events on the Great Taste Calendar are submitted by individuals outside of Great Taste and are subject to change without notice. Contact each individual restaurant/venue for their most updated event information.