Give me a caramel latte and I’m a happy guy. The Montage Resort in Laguna Beach launched an afternoon tea service last month, which normally would not be on my culinary radar as I am not normally a tea drinker. “Those range from our homemade chowders and authentic Lobster Rolls to our Stuffed Maine Lobster during the holidays, but our New England Lobster & Clambake continually ranks as the most popular, and has become a Bluewater summer tradition,” said Ulcickas.įor more information, visit .Ī Stylish Afternoon Tea at Montage Resort I’m told that consistent with Bluewater’s commitment to seafood sustainability, the Maine lobster and Manila clams featured in the special meals are sustainably harvested.īluewater Grill co-owner and co-founder Jimmy Ulcickas hails from Massachusetts, and several Bluewater general managers hail from the Northeast, so they have adopted some of the best New England culinary traditions. Due to the long popularity of the celebration, which dates to Bluewater’s earliest years in Newport Beach, reservations are strongly encouraged. Add a lobster bib and hand-selected domestic white wines, and you have a meal valued at $65 but offered on July 9 for only $40.Ĭan’t make the July 9 event? Bluewater Grill will be serving the same complete menu without the wine pairing July 10 through 30 for the same price. The celebration kicks-off with a July 9 Chef’s tasting featuring a cup of Bluewater’s famous New England clam chowder followed by steamed Maine lobster, Manila clams, fresh corn on the cob, crispy coleslaw and drawn butter. July means Clambake Season at Bluewater Grill, which is bringing back its popular summer lobster and clambake celebrations with a special one-day Chef’s tasting with wine pairing and month-long menu event.

Marche Moderne was included in the recent California Michelin guide as a restaurant of note, but based on everything I’ve tried at Marche Moderne, they warrant greater Michelin recognition. Things I want to try on a return visit include the pancakes with lemon curd and raspberry ice cream, croque madame with sauce mornay and homemade truffle jambon blanc, and roasted lobster. The flavor combination made my palate smile, and although I was getting full, I ate every bite. I concluded my brunch with the signature French toast, which consisted of a chunk of brioche with macadamia nougatine, coco-mango gelato, vanilla anglaise, and passion fruit crème monte. The goat cheese and herbs are a nice complement to the soft omelette. It came on a plate with a small mound of salad, a bit plain but packed with flavors once I bit into the omelette. (Tea Service not available New Year's Day.) Prices are $45 per adult and $25 per child.The traditional French style soft omelette stuffed with homemade fine herb goat cheese was another delicate treat. throughout the holiday season in the Great Room, along with a classical harpist.

It's the essence of a traditional tea every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Parent supervision is required throughout the tea and performance and the price is $70 for adults and $35 per child. Tea sandwiches, pastries and scones will be served as part of the event. 22, children and their families are invited to enjoy an enchanting Holiday Season tradition, featuring a delightful Nutcracker ballet performance and holiday tea in the Resort's elegant ballroom from noon to 3:30 p.m. With a Nutcracker Tea Holiday Party Saturday, Dec. The Resort at Pelican Hill invites locals and Resort guests to celebrate the holiday season with several festive holiday teas.

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