The coveted Newport Beach neighborhood of Balboa Island is planning a Fall Concert to show off what their local businesses have to offer. Enjoy an evening of fun with a performance by The Surfaris and some old fashioned Balboa Island community spirit. The street will be closed down for residents and visitors to enjoy the event. Halloween dress is encouraged. The fun starts at 5pm. Make dinner reservations early at one of Balboa Islands many restaurants. RSVP and help spread the word on Facebook.
Many of the Balboa store fronts and businesses will have special offerings, here are just a few:
Amelia’s Restaurant will have “Grab-and Go” dishes to buy.
Barney’s Barkery will have $10 Pumpkin Collars.
5 Seas will have 20% off Ella Moss and Splendid clothing.
Classic Kids Photography will have Halloween Snapshots in their studio.
Looking for something to do tonight or the rest of the weekend?
Newport Beach always has fabulous wine dinners going on all over town. Bookmark our blog, subscribe to the rss feed or friend us on Facebook or Twitter to get the latest news on the dining in Newport Beach. If you hear of more dinners in Newport, you are welcomed to share them with us in the comments below and on out Facebook page.
10/21 THURSDAY
Tradition by Pascal
6-COURSE PRIX FIXE WITH WINE PAIRING
Mid-October and the cheers of happy patrons celebrating Oktoberfest are in the air. We decided to share a few places where the locals are getting in their OY-OY-OY!
THE BUNGALOW – Every Wednesday Night on the Patio starting at 5 p.m. features a special wine tasting bar, Beer on Tap for $4 and a complete German menu including Bratwurst with sauerkraut, Pork Schnitzel, German Potato Salad and more … get your celebration on, all for under $15.
THE ALLEY – The last Monday of every month, The Alley has a wine mixer with a guest chef, artist and musician. This month, they will have an Oktoberfest themed mixer complete with a German small bites by local the popular OC food blogger Cheri Liefeld and a german beer tasting. See more info on their site. Here is a short video of one of their last events:
BAYSIDE -is offering a three course prix-fixe menu for $32 per person:
First Course
Compressed Smoked Trout Salad
Horseradish Crème Fraiche, Petit Greens, Crisp Flatbread
If you missed the live demo from Chef Jeff Corum of Pasta Pomodoro in the Chef’s Cooking Pavilion at the Taste of Newport you really missed a treat but not to fear you can go visit him and taste the new seasonal specials they have just announced. As we write this we are licking our own chops!
Pasta Pomodoro’s seasonal specials:
Zuppa di Zucca-organic roasted butternut squash soup
Risotto Funghi-risotto with porcini & crimini mushrooms, pancetta & Marin French Farms Camembert
Maiale-Niman Ranch pork chops with a Point Reyes Blue cheese sauce & Zoe’s Meats crispy bacon
Snapper Scoglio-pan roasted red snapper with manila clams, P.E.I. mussels, tomato sauce & shrimp stock
Coppa Nocciola-local artisan vanilla gelato with chocolate sauce, fresh whipped cream and crumbled florentine cookies
Here is a bit of what you missed, see the dough turn into pasta in the last minute of the video:
The nationally acclaimed Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Newport Beach, is serving up two great promotions for the month of October to support Breast Cancer Awareness. During the month of October, Fleming’s urges everyone to “Drink Pink For The Cause!” by indulging in their new specially created cocktail, the Stoli Bombshell. During October, 100% of the sales for each Stoli Bombshell will benefit the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade, which supports finding a cure for breast cancer and advancing access to care for all, regardless of one’s ability to pay. To continue honoring National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fleming’s will raise a toast by hosting the “Women & Wine” Dinner. In a field once dominated by men, female vintners are turning out some of the very best wines on the market today. Fleming’s is proud to showcase the work of three leading women winemakers with this exclusive four-course dinner during their ongoing celebration of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. See details below:
DRINK PINK FOR A CAUSE!
Fleming’s Supports National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
WHEN: Nightly from 5 to 7 PM on Fleming’s “5 for 6 ‘til 7” Bar Menu
COST: $6* (100% of each sale benefits the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade).The drink will be available in the main dining room and in the bar after 7 PM at the premium price
RECIPE: Only 99-calories, the Stoli Bombshell is a luxurious combination of Stoli Vanil Vodka, fresh raspberries, raspberry preserves and freshly squeezed lime juice, served straight up in a martini glass. (image below)
Ingredients
1.25 oz. Stoli Vanil Vodka; 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice; .5 oz. Sugar-Free Syrup; .5 oz: Sugar-Free Raspberry Preserve; and 1 Fresh Raspberry
Method
Shake all ingredients in a martini shaker with ice; strain into a martini glass; garnish with a fresh raspberry.
AVON BREAST CANCER CRUSADE: The Avon Breast Cancer Crusade was launched in 1992 as a small pioneering program in the U.K. Avon in the U.S. adopted the Crusade the following year. Over the last 17 years, Avon philanthropy has raised and donated more than $640 million to breast cancer programs around the world, supporting cutting-edge research to find a cure for or prevent breast cancer as well as programs that enable all patients to access quality care. Funding supports awareness and education: screening and diagnosis; access to treatment; support services; and scientific research. Beneficiaries of the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade range from leading cancer research and clinical centers to community-based, non-profit breast health education programs
“WOMAN & WINE” DINNER
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar continues to celebrate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
with special wine dinner
WHEN: Tuesday, October 19th or Friday, October 22nd
ABOUT WOMEN & WINE: This unique wine dinner will feature a trio of handcrafted premium wines, each personally selected by Fleming’s Director of Wine Marian Jansen op de Haar, paired with an exception four-course menu created by Fleming’s Executive Chef Russell Skall.
Find a restaurant in Newport Beach!