Great Taste Magazine

This Easter Sunday, Lucca will feature a lavish brunch buffet and offer a special deal for children under 12 by allowing them to pay according to their age!  The popular Easter brunch buffet, offered on Sunday, April 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., will feature a full buffet with a wide variety of options, including items from an egg and omelet station, featuring local, cage-free eggs; and a deluxe carving station with certified Angus beef tri-tip and Diestel free-range turkey breast.

“Easter is a holiday that focuses on family togetherness and, in this day and age, that is extremely important for everyone,” comments Cathy Pavlos, executive chef/owner of Lucca.  “We wanted to appeal to families by offering the best in quality and service, while presenting a special deal for children under 12 years old, who pay their age for their meal, meaning three-year-olds would pay $3 for their brunch, four-year-olds, $4, and so on, until the age of eleven.”

The Easter Sunday brunch buffet is $29.95 for adults ($24.95 without Champagne) and items include:

·      Breakfast Pastries baked fresh from scratch

·      Egg & Omelet Station featuring local, cage-free eggs, breakfast potatoes, bacon & sausage

·      Lucca Pancakes

·      Carving Station with Certified Angus Beef Tri-Tip and Diestel Free-Range Turkey Breast

·      Assorted Breads

·      Italian Veggies, Salad Bar with Organic Caesar, Mesclun and Fruit

·       Dessert Spread with Eclairs, Cream Puffs, Cannolis, Assorted Tarts, Brownie Bites…

Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling (949) 725-1773. Free parking available to all guests.

LUCCA is located in the Quail Hill Village Center in Irvine (6507 Quail Hill Parkway) in Irvine.  For more information, make reservations or order Lucca2Go, please call (949) 725-1773 or visit www.LuccaCafe.com.

Easter Sunday Brunch at Palm Terrace Restaurant

Sunday, April 4, 2010 – Served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Easter Bunny will be hoppin’ around Palm Terrace handing out festive cookies to all children, while families and friends enjoy a special three-course Easter Sunday Brunch created by Executive Chef Bill Bracken. The menu features a selection of appetizers served tableside, your choice of entrée and ends with a scrumptious dessert buffet. The children will have their very own Kids Buffet, with a selection to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Price is $65 for Adults and $28 for Children under 12. Prices exclude tax and gratuity. Reservations are recommended, please call 949.760.4920.

Palm Terrace Restaurant at Island Hotel

                            The Spa at Island Hotel

                            690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach

                            Telephone: (949) 759-0808

                            Web site: IslandHotel.com

Five Crowns is perfect for a celebration of Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 9^th.   The building has been noted in guidebooks and historical papers as a landmark – North America’s most authentic replica of an English inn –  and its garden setting is especially beautiful in the spring.  A special occasion Brunch and Dinner menu will be offered by Executive Chef Dennis Brask. 

During Brunch served from 10:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m., a choice of appetizers such as Wild Mushroom Bisque, French Onion Soup, or Pride of the Crowns, Hearts of Romaine or a Garden Salad is included with the entrées. An extensive entrée menu includes Crepes Imperial, Eggs Benedict, Poached Salmon, Roast Beef Hash, Chicken Mango, Beefsteak Neptune, Rack of Colorado Lamb and Aged, Slow-Roasted Prime Ribs of Beef served in three different cuts with Port Wine Jus, Fresh Organic Horseradish Cream, a Yorkshire Popover, Creamed Spinach, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy among the options. 

During the Dinner seating which starts at 3 p.m., Roasted Duckling and Nova Scotia Lobster Tails are added to the menu, and a Double Chocolate Soufflé with Coconut Crème Anglaise is offered for dessert.  Mother’s Day Dinner reservations will be taken through 8:30 p.m.  Entrées with the first course included are priced from $21 to $52 during Brunch; from $33 to $52 at Dinner.        

Five Crowns will celebrate Easter on Sunday, April 4, by offering all the traditional favorites during Brunch and Dinner prepared by Executive Chef Dennis Brask. 

            During Brunch served from 10 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., a choice of five appetizers is included with entrees such as the Aged, Slow-Roasted Prime Ribs of Beef served in three different cuts with Port wine Jus, Fresh Organic Horseradish Cream, a Yorkshire popover, Creamed Spinach, and Mashed Potatoes with gravy.  Crepes Imperial, Eggs Benedict, Poached Salmon, Roast Beef Hash, and Chicken Mango are also options.  During the Dinner seating which starts at 3 p.m., Beefsteak Neptune, Nova Scotia Lobster Tails, Roasted Duckling and Rack of Colorado Lamb are added to the selections.  A Double Chocolate Soufflé with Coconut Crème Anglaise is offered for dessert.  Easter Dinner reservations will be taken through 8:30 p.m.  Entrees with the first course included are priced from $21 to $52 during Brunch, from $33 to $52 at dinner. 

Join us for a splendid Easter Brunch at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa’s AAA Four Diamond Restaurant, The Californian on April 11, 2010.  Fit for the entire family, The Californian is offering a buffet made for a king, a fun filled Easter egg hunt for the kids and a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny!  With a savory spread that will please both adults and children, Easter at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach is sure to be a memorable family affair. Pricing for the buffet ranges from $0 -$78.00 per person.  For details and reservations please call 714.845.4776.

We are currently taking reservations for our  Easter Sunday Brunch. Gather the family and join us between 11:30 am and 3 pm on Sunday, April 4th, for an exceptional menu of brunch favorites, in addition to our regular menu selections.

Introducing the new

Sunday Bloody Mary Brunch

Includes appetizer, entree, and unlimited Bloody Mary’s

$35 per person, every Sunday beginning February 28

Served 11:30-3:00PM

For reservations, call 714-352-2525 or reservations@charliepalmer.com

We believe cocktailing is an art. To get you started, we’d like to introduce our new DIY (Do it Yourself) Sunday Bloody Mary Brunch. For $35, treat yourself to an appetizer, entrée, and unlimited Bloody Mary’s. We provide the Vodka, you master the art of the perfect Bloody Mary at our diverse ingredients bar (scroll below). Need Inspiration? Just ask, we’re happy to mix our signature Charlie Palmer version.

Bloody Mary Brunch Menu

-Appetizer-

Portobello Grilled Cheese
Yellow Tomato Soup, Baby Basil, Aged Cheddar

Cinnamon Spiced Oatmeal
Brown Sugar Caramelized Apples, Cranberries
Maple Chantilly Cream

House Cured Smoked Salmon
Bagel, Whipped Crème Fraiche, Caper Fennel Relish

Fresh Farm Mixed Green Salad
Manchego, Pistachio, Red Wine Shallot Vinaigrette

Ahi Tuna And Green Tea Soba Salad
Soy Lime Dressing, Seaweed, Baby Cilantro

-Main Course-

“Steak And Eggs”
Grilled Boneless Rib Eye, Eggs, Chorizo Potato Hash

Bourbon Scented French Toast
Caramelized Bananas, Smoked Cashews, Blis Maple Syrup

Spinach And Aged Cheddar Omelet
Toasted Brioche, Grilled Bacon, Potato Tart

Carved Turkey Club
Smoked Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Aioli

Kobe Style Beef Sliders
Truffle Mayo, House Made Pickles

Rosemary Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Buffalo Mozzarella, Roasted Peppers, Arugula Truffle Oil

 ***A la carte small plates and a 3-course prix fixe lunch ($26) are also available

BLOODY MARY INGREDIENTS BAR

THE CANVAS: tomato juice, house vegetable tomato gazpacho

THE PRIMER: fresh lemon juice, fresh lime juice, clam juice, beef broth

THE SHADING: chipotle Tabasco, green Tabasco

Frank’s Red Hot, Sriracha, Worcesteshire, soy sauce, angostura bitters

THE BRUSH STROKES: ginger, Heinz chili sauce, Mai Ploy Thai sweet chili sauce, smoked chipotle, cocktail sauce, large chopped tomatillo, green olive tapanade, sun dried tomato pesto

THE DETAIL: celery stalks, rhubarb, Slim Jims, pepperoni sticks, housemade beef jerky

bacon wrapped in romaine hearts, cucumber spears, asparagus, half-sour kosher dill pickles, heirloom carrots en branche

THE SIGNATURE: pork rinds, pickled green beans, pickled okra, wide strips of bell peppers, lemon wedges, lime wedges, pepperoncini, banana peppers

GARNISHES: tomolives, halved heirloom cherry tomatoes, olives, blue cheese olives

HERBS:  dill, basil, opal basil, cilantro, mint

SPICES: salt, pepper, celery salt, cayenne, cinnamon, taco seasoning, paprika

Sunday Champagne Brunch at Motif
  Enjoy refreshing ocean breezes at the most lavish brunch in Orange County. Choose from an endless array of entrees and appetizers, including, crab, oysters, tuna tartar, smoked salmon and more. Among our dreamy desserts, enjoy 40 different types of made-to-order pancakes, our signature treat. While you are savoring these epicurean delights, sip champagne or sample spicy Bloody Marys. Live musical performances featured.

Adults -$79 with champagne ($69 without); Children (5-12 years) - $39

Seating from 11:00am to 2:30pm; for reservations please call 949-234-3272

Healthy and nutritious 2-course Express Luncheon Menu.

Monday-Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

What better way to show your significant other that you care than with a deliciousand intimate Valentine’s Day brunch for two at Santa Monica’s newest Frenchphenomenon, La Cachette Bistro. Chef Jean Francois Meteigner has created amouth-watering three-course menu designed to make this an indulgentValentines Day never to be forgotten. Starters include an option of either Eggswith Smoked Salmon and Caviar or Lobster Bisque; entrée options include adecadent Filet Rossini with Foie Gras and Truffle Jus or Chilean Sea Bass in aluxurious Saffron Sauce; and to finish a stunning array of desserts and house-made truffles.$45/person

smooth jazz rooftop brunch buffet on saturdays live entertainment 19.95 starts december 5th.For more information call: 562.437.7700

Don the Beachcomber Sunday Brunch & Polynesian Show. Brunch: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Polynesian show times: 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Adults $29.95 children under 12 years $10.95.For more information call: 562.592.1321

Brunch served Sundays from 11am until 2pm.For more information call: 818.501.0202

Sunday brunch buffet from 11-3pm. $32.99 per person.
For more information call: 714.374.7273

Sunday champagne brunch. $19 per person. 11:30am-3pmFor more information call: 949.854.0009
Or visit: www.chakracuisine.com
151 S. Doheny Dr.
Beverly Hills CA, 90211

California Cuisine with a Caribbean Twist. Cooking demonstrations held monthly. Weekend brunch and Happy Hour 7 days a week!

For more information visit: www.chaparosagrill.com

Don The Beachcomber is delighted to announce their new Price Fixe menu. Offering a selection of marketfresh menu items including appetizer, entree and dessert for $30.
On Sundays from 10am - 2pm join legendary Polynesian Dance Troupe “Tupua” bringing us sounds and dance from the islands as you enjoy an all you can eat Brunch Buffet.
Happy Hour everyday features 50% off all drinks and appetizers between 4pm-7pm and over the weekend enjoy the live performances of our local bands.

For more information visit: www.donthebeachcomber.com

Lunch special featuring $10 and $15 entree selections. Wine and champagne $5 specials. Served Monday through Friday, 11:30am-2pm.

Located in South Coast Plaza Village
For more information call: 714.436.1010

the crow bar and kitchen serves brunch on saturdays and sundays from 11 am - 3 pm.
For more information visit: www.thecrowbarcdm.com

In addition, Café Jardin offers a seasonal “Sunday Brunch” being served now through October: * Every Sunday (now through October)
* 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
* $32 per person
* $10 endless sparkling French wine

Nirvana Grille will be offering Brunch at both their Laguna Beach and Mission Viejo locations. Laguna Beach’s Brunch hours are weekends from 10am-2pm and offers a fantastic (and crave-able) menu of both breakfast and lunch items that will be available for the entire duration of service.  For those guests closer to our Mission Viejo Location, we will be offering the same menu weekdays Tues-Fri from 10-2 as well. Our Mission Viejo restaurant is located conviently to the 5 freeway, The lake in Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita.

Join us for Sunday brunch for our new 3 course menu for just $26.99 per person with free flowing champagne!

For More Info: 949.640.2700
French 75 Bistro:
Fashion Island: 327 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660

Dana Point Eatery adds to economic stimulus plan with all new all - inclusive Pix Fixe Dinners .  Salt Creek Grille Has many exquisite Menu items at great prices they also provide Prix Fixe Dinners, Drink Specials , and even a Jazz Brunch. The menu specials are endless.

www.saltcreekgrille.com
949.661.7799

Minx is now featuring a specialty Sunday brunch at 10:30 to 2:30 featuring an A la carte menu and a $19.00 per person three course prix fixe menu.

call for reservations and more details: 818.242.9191