L.A. Times Food Bowl: Night Market September 23-25


NIGHT MARKET IS HERE:

L.A. Times Food Bowl

The Night Market is 3 nights from September 23-25 and will feature all-inclusive food and drink tastings, cooking and mixology demonstrations, wine seminars and more from the world-class culinary artists behind 50 of the city’s top restaurants. Some notable names that will be there include the below:

Matty Matheson, From FX “The Bear”

Alvin Cailan, From First We Feast “The Burger Show”

Duff Goldman, From Food Network “Ace of Cakes”

Embark on one, two or even three days of food adventure at this three day weekend event by the L.A. Times Food section showcasing the city’s top restaurants. Each event ticket ($185 GA, $260 VIP) secures unlimited food and drink, plus access to all live cooking demonstrations. Notable planned appearances include Duff Goldman of Ace of Cakes and L.A.

barbecue legend Kevin Bludso.

Each night’s theme and participants are as follows:

Friday, September 23rd: Smoked Soirée

Participating restaurants: Kogi, Irv’s Burgers, Moo’s Craft BBQ, RiceBox, SLAB, The Bad Jew, Highly Likely, Valerie Confections and more

Live performances: BBQ demo yKevin Bludso, Italian beef demo by The Bear’s Matty Metheson & YouTube chef Coco, Burger Battle by Mr Beast Burger’s Eric Greenspan & Amboy’s Alvin Cailan

Saturday, September 24th: Saturday Night Flavor

Participating restaurants: CHD Mandu, Go Go Gyoza, Hui Tou Xiang, Lunasia Dim Sum House, Monta Factory, and more

Live performances: Thai cooking demo by Food Network’s Jet Tila, dumpling showdown hosted by Times Food’s Jenn Harris

Sunday, September 25th: Backlot Brunch

Participating restaurants: TBA

Live performances: Baking demo by Ace of Cakes’s Duff Goldman

Cozy Brunch Spot With Mexican Artisan Cuisine: Corazon Modern Kitchen In Brea

Cozy Brunch Spot With Mexican Artisan Cuisine: Corazon Modern Kitchen In Brea

Sundays are meant for good food, spicy micheladas, relaxing, and spending time with our loved ones…

I love to try new brunch spots in and around Orange County, and recently I visited Corazon Modern Kitchen with my sis Rosa. I had previously heard about this artisan foodie spot from friends, and I was excited to try it out and see what all the buzz is about. My sis and I love good food, especially comida Mexicana.

This colorful eclectic eatery is located in the heart of Brea. When we walked into the restaurant, my eyes were immediately drawn to the bright and vibrant Frida paintings that decorated this trendy hot spot.

Brunch is served Friday through Sunday 10am to 1:30pm Check out the full brunch menu here.

Thank you Corazon Modern Kitchen for hosting Queen Bee Latina. All opinions are my own.

Our first order of business, look over the drink menu.

Corazon Modern Kitchen has a splendid wine and beer selection. They have a variety of unique drinks. Check out the full drink menu here.

I ordered the Corazon Michelada. It has the Corazon michelada mix, topped with Corazon bottle lager beer. Paprika & kosher salt rim, lime wheel, jumbo shrimp, olive and chile toreado.

It was sooo good, and had just the right amount of spice.

About Corazon Modern Kitchen


Corazon (Taste of Mexico) a space that exudes modern vibes, a tribute to Michoacan cuisine. Their eclectic menu includes gastronomic traditions from Mexico, showcasing authentic and daring flavors.

My sister ordered the Strawberry Bottomless Mimosas. ..

Bottomless Beverages Available

Champagne Mimosa

Orange Mimosa

Orange Mimosa

Strawberry Mimosa

Agua Frescas

Cafe De Colombia

Iced Tea

For appetizer we ordered the Tableside Aguachiles. Their version is a lobster aguachiles ceviche. Our waitress poured a delicious green chile sauce over the fresh marisco.

I have to say I love little details like this that make a visit to a restaurant a special experience.

NOTE* Some of the items we ordered were on the lunch and dinner menu.

Our second appetizer was the Queso Fundido.

This tasty and savory dish has three-cheesed blend, chorizo mix pasilla peppers and potatoes, topped with guacamolito sauce and crema fresca. It was served in this rustic cast iron dish.

I am all about the sauce!

I love me some yummy Chilaquiles on Sunday mornings…

Not only are the dishes tasty, the presentation is so thoughtful and beautifully served. I loved all the rich flavors and the SAUCES! The flavors are definitely authentic, and I appreciate all the unexpected ingredients that are fused into these traditional dishes.

The chilaquiles had crispy sauteed wet tortillas with red and toasted tomatillo sauce, black beans, topped with crema fresca, one egg over easy, avocado, pico de gallo, queso cotijas and cilantro.

Add marinated shredded chicken OR add thin sliced ribeye steak ( I ordered the steak!)

Last but not least, my sister and I shared the Churro French Toast.

This AMAZING Churro flavored French toast, topped with whipped cream, caramel syrup, peaches, and cinnamon. Served with breakfast potatoes and one sunnyside egg.

Overall, the experience was wonderful and the food was off the chain good! Check it out friends, I know you will love it too!

Cheers! ~ Queen Bee Latina xo

Celebrate California Cuisine At Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival 2022

(David Nguyen/Disneyland Resort)

Celebrate California Cuisine Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival 2022

Disneyland fans and foodie friends!

Not only is California known for it’s incredible year round sunsets, our regional wines and culinary culture is one of a kind. I often scroll through social media channels to see what the latest food and drink trends are at the Disneyland Parks. Now imagine spending a magical day in foodie heaven with your family in your favorite theme park…

Beginning March 4 through April 26, 2022 Disney celebrates Cali cuisine at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival.

This magical foodie adventure is a MUST!

Many of California’s cultures and regions are featured in the festival’s smorgasbord of specialty dishes and experiences. A lineup of visiting and Disney chefs – representing a range of communities – will share their personal stories and cooking tips in culinary demonstrations, tasting seminars and signature events.Many of California’s cultures and regions are featured in the festival’s smorgasbord of specialty dishes and experiences. A lineup of visiting and Disney chefs – representing a range of communities – will share their personal stories and cookinphs wellg tips in culinary demonstrations, tasting seminars and signature events.

NEW!

Guests can delight in culinary demonstrations and family-friendly entertainment, including an interactive experience inspired by the all new Disney Junior series ‘Alice’s Wonderland Bakery.’

There are endless drinks and food items beyond your heart’s desire!

(Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort)

Just in time for the festival!

Do you remember Soarin’ Over California? I’m excited to share that it will return to Disney California Adventure for a limited time!

Soarin’ Over California will return to Disney California Adventure Park for a limited time during the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival, beginning March 4 through April 26, 2022. Guests can relish the unforgettable sights, sounds and scents of the Golden State aboard this high-flying attraction.

I hope to see you there! ~Queen Bee Latina

Good Eats: Mess Hall Market Now Open In Tustin

Written by: Victoria Eliana Camacho

Drool Alert!

Hey fellow foodie friends… There is a new modern and chic eatery in town. Check it out!

On Saturday, July 20th we hit Mess Hall Market in Tustin for their grand opening. It is located on the campus of  Flight at Tustin Legacy, the premier food hall features a collection of critically acclaimed OC innovative chefs under one roof, such as Chef Danny Godinez of Anepalco and Chef Andrew Gruel of Slapfish fame.

We also tried fresh concepts from the teams behind Another Kind Cafe, The Lost Bean, and more! We were are still in a food coma after trying all these delicious and innovative dishes.

Here is a photo recap of some to of the dishes we tried…

Thank you Mess Hall Market for inviting us to your grand opening. All opinions are my own.

We started our foodieventure with this delicious Acai Bowl from The Lost Bean. They also serve fresh brewed coffee, and smoothies. OMG the blended “Mocha Monkey” was insane good.

” Team Player” from the Fowl Play

“Crab Roll” from Slapfish on toasted bread roll. Yummm…

Photo credit to Slapfish

This “Traditional Lobster Roll” from Slapfish is served with warm tossed lightly drawn butter, mayo and lemon…

Photo credit to The Drink Bar

📍 The Drink Bar offers delicious craft drinks…

Cheers!

These loaded “Awesome Fries” were all that and some! (not for the weak of heart)

Photo credit to Fonda Moderna

¡Mas Tacas porfa! (more tacos please) from Fonda Moderna. They also have delicious guisados, seafood, and vegan options.

Check out this burger BEAST ” The Ultimate Patty Melt” from The Sandwich Society!

There is both an indoor and outdoor seating. Gotta love this view!

About Mess Hall Market

Mess Hall Market is FLIGHT’s chef-driven market food hall, offering a wide assortment of mouthwatering food and beverage options.

Start your day with gourmet coffee and an invigorating breakfast, and finish it with a drink (or fresh squeezed juice) and dinner from our full service bar and culinary shops. In between, make the most of your lunch break by stopping in for a quick bite or a working lunch with coworkers and friends in our one of a kind dining environment.

Address: 1705 Flight Way, Ste 8 Tustin, CA 92782

Hours: Mon-Sun 7 a.m.- 9 p.m .

!Salud! Victoria Eliana Camacho, goes by “Tori.” This = SoCal Latina loves to write, eat, travel, and explore. She enjoys indulging in new experiences, and share them with others. She works as an office admin in OC, and is also full time college student, majoring in Business.