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APRIL 2015 • VOL. 9 • ISSUE 4 Now that our brutal Southern California winter with 14 days of measurable rain is behind us, we can breathe a sigh of relief that spring is here. This time of year reminds me of the annual Easter egg hunts my cousins and I shared at my Aunt Mary Ellen’s house in L.A. Although I have an abundance of rich memories from this annual tradition, I reaped modest rewards by today’s standards in south Orange County. When I was a kid, we wouldn’t hesitate to take a blood relative out over a foil-wrapped mini chocolate egg or even an unwanted marshmallow chick. These days, my three-year-old daughter barely appears to have the motivation to bend down the foot it takes to grab a prized Cadbury or Reese’s.

As I cheer her on and shout out pointers from the sidelines, her nonchalant demeanor and haphazard skipping speaks volumes about how times have changed and perhaps how little I have.

This time of year also signals the official launch of Summer Camp Season. Fortunately for busy parents and active kids, there are plenty of local options to keep the little ones engaged with safe and stimulating fun. Our 2015 Summer Camp Guide on page 12 is your resource for everything fun in the sun to becoming an entrepreneur. Be sure to take advantage of early registration specials and discounts found only in The Local Dish before your camper’s favorite sells out.

Our April issue features Stephen Zygo, owner of the Acting Academy for Kids, along with the cast from its rendition of Into the Woods. The Academy is a complete performance arts company for ages 4 to 17 offering acting, dancing, vocal training, guitar and piano classes and private lessons. Acting Academy for Kids’ summer camps are a great opportunity for children to experience all aspects of preparing for and putting on a live theater production while making memories and lasting friendships.

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Real Playhouse and at the Cabrillo Playhouse in San Clemente. Opportunities to help create set pieces and costumes as well as outdoor breaks and playtime are built into the daily schedule, and the focus is on fun! “We find that the majority of kids who test-drive our program at a summer camp want to stay with us for the academic year,” Stephen reflects. “It’s very rewarding for us to be a part of the memories created here.”

Future plans for the Acting Academy include securing a home for the programs for decades to come.

Says Stephen, “We’ve formed a wonderful alliance with our theaters, and we’d like to see them continue to thrive. Community support and involvement is an essential element of that.”

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Stephen Zygo founded Acting Academy for Kids in 2008 with the aim to provide an opportunity for children to experience the performing arts firsthand and to gain exposure to a larger world through creative expression. Stephen’s lifelong love of performing and his background as an educator led him, along with his wife and cofounder, Maggie, to develop a program that has since reached thousands of local children. Acting Academy for Kids has become a bright light in the community and a resource for families who seek enrichment in the arts.

The Zygos have been rewarded with a growing legacy and have seen their vision come to life.

Academy alumni now return to the theater on breaks from college to volunteer backstage, and lasting friendships that transcend school and extracurricular life have formed among students from all over Orange County.

The Acting Academy offers a complete performing arts program for children ages 4 to 17, with opportunities in acting, dancing, vocal training, guitar and piano classes or private lessons. Students can also enjoy hands-on experience in set design and construction, sound engineering, lighting design and directing. Four full-scale musicals are staged every academic year in the Musical Theater Series, along with week-long summer camps that each culminate with a performance. The most recent addition to the company repertoire is Academy Voice, a brand new professional recording studio where a sound engineer can help students create their

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A key component of the program’s success is the professional staff of teachers, administrators and activity directors. “We bring in artists who are also trained educators,” Maggie explains, “They each have a unique perspective and can teach the concepts in ways that allow for students to learn in the most effective way.” Students develop bonds with the staff that translate into leadership skills and a sense of personal responsibility. “Our programs ignite a fire and awaken curiosity in a child,” says Stephen. “Our staff and amazing volunteers provide support and training, and the result for the student is confidence, poise, discipline and an ability to commit fully to a team dynamic. Many of our students refer to the Acting Academy as a second home, and that’s as important as anything else we could possibly do.”

Right now, the Academy is accepting enrollment for summer performing arts camps, which Maggie describes as “a one-week snapshot of the musical theatre experience.” Each week of the summer, students attend daily classes in acting, singing and dancing in preparation for a Friday afternoon performance on the main stage with full costumes and professional lighting and sound. Campers can sign up for one week, all ten, or anywhere in between, and the curriculum is geared toward kids of all levels of experience.

The camps take place both at the Acting Academy’s home in San Juan Capistrano’s Camino

Acting Academy for Kids is an environment where lasting memories and longtime friendships are created. BFFs Sean Soper, Mickey Galvin and Sam Drust have grown up together at Acting Academy for Kids and all support each other’s dramatic, athletic and academic endeavors. All three students plan to pursue performing after high school.

“I started [with the Academy] in fifth grade,” Sam says, “I was in one of the first shows, but my favorite was Grease.” “Me, too,” Mickey chimes in, “I joined the group later, but they immediately welcomed me in.”

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Basics of Skateboarding (BOS) offers Summer Skate Camps for kids ages 3 to12 in San Clemente, Ladera Ranch and Costa Mesa. Whether you’re a three-yearold who’s never been on a skateboard, or an intermediate 12-year-old, BOS provides the guidance and instruction necessary to take your skateboarding to the next level. All campers receive direct instruction from an experienced skateboard teacher and are grouped according to ability and age.

The camp focuses on basic skills that are acquired in a skatepark, ranging from skating bowls and making transitions, to proper safety and confidence building. Children develop and enhance their skateboarding skills while creating new friendships with other campers. BOS camps run year round and increase in availability and times June through August. Visit BasicsofSkateboarding. com, call 949.922.9922 or email mattsheridan@BasicsofSkateboarding.com for more info. (see p. 22)

BELLA COLLINA 949 VOLLEYBALL CLUB 949 Volleyball Club in San Juan Capistrano is now in its 6th year of operation. The club has won 6 Junior Olympic medals, as well as two National Championships at the 2013 and 2014 Junior National Championships. 949 provides summer camps for both boys and girls ages 9 to 18 and all ability levels. The club's goal is to teach beginners the fundamentals of the game and to prepare juniors and seniors looking to compete in the NCAA. 949 Volleyball Club promotes sportsmanlike behavior inside and outside of the gym, instills the values of integrity, dedication and hard work, and focuses on having fun! Space is limited; please register early. Log on to 949vb.com for more information or contact Justin directly at 949.374.2890 or Justin@949vb.com. (see p. 15)

ACTING ACADEMY FOR KIDS Acting Academy for Kids's Performing Arts Camp is offered in two South OC locations this year—Camino Real Playhouse in San Juan Capistrano and Cabrillo Playhouse in San Clemente. Daily classes in music, art, acting, and dance immerse kids aged 4 to 13 in an authentic performing experience. The week-long camps are each guided by professional educators and culminate in a student-centered production with sets, costumes, and lights. Ten distinct week-long programs run from June 22nd to August 28th. The “core camp” rate is $275 per week with early-bird and after-camp enrichment options as well. Go to ActingAcademyforKids.com for details and production schedules. (see p. 10)

THE ARTS PROJECT OF OC TAPOC is your one-stop shop for arts education and training! Whether your child is a serious artistperformer or is interested in trying something new this summer, The Arts Project OC presents inspiring and fresh performing and visual arts summer camps taught by talented instructors. An 8-week summer session and/or week-long Arts camps are available for ages 3 and up in San Clemente's Talega Business Park. Your aspiring musician can make music with friends at The Sound Studio's vocal and instrumental camps. The Art Studio camps explore mediums such as painting, drawing, mixed media and more. In The Black Box, become a triple threat in singing, acting, and dancing! Summer Production: Into The Woods. All students cast. Go to TheArtsProjectOC.com for fees, schedules and registration. (see p. 13) 12 APRIL 2014

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Bella Collina San Clemente’s popular Junior Golf Camp is back! Each weeklong session includes instruction lead by experienced, nurturing golf professionals. Campers aged 5 to 14 of all skill levels enjoy confidence-building clinics, on-course play, instruction on rules and etiquette, and fun golf games and activities. Golf achievement medals are awarded at the end of each week. Camps run from June 22nd to August 14th from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Golf clubs, lunch and a snack are included; member rates are $275/week and guests are $215/week. For more information, call 949.498.3771 or visit BellaCollinaSanClemente.com. (see p. 13)

BRAIN BUILDERS Brain Builders puts the “STEAM” in education — science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Weekly Engineering with LEGO® camps start in June and children, ages 5 to 14, will learn concepts such as energy, thermodynamics, gravity, robotics, animation, and more! Young builders test their skills and projects against equipment like the Bridge Crusher, Earthquake Simulator, and the 20’ Gravity Race Track. Themed camps are structured and goal-oriented and are either a half or a full-day. Get fee info and registration details at BrainBuildersEd.org and put on your thinking cap.

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CAMP JAMES Located near the scenic Back Bay at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach, Camp James has been an Orange County Tradition for 27 years and was awarded “Best Day Camp” for 2013 by Parenting OC Magazine. Ages 4 to 17 will enjoy adventures and make happy memories through a variety of activities: archery, Stand-up-paddleboards, STEM, watersports, zip line, drama, a climbing wall, an inflatable water park, mini-golf, lasertag, dance, karate, fishing, crafts and more. Children love Camp James' caring, award-winning staff, theme weeks, and crazy special events. Parents love the flexible scheduling, outstanding reputation, extended hours, and the ACA Accreditation. Camp starts June 23rd and ends August 29th.

A Summer Camp Open House will be held April 19th (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.).

Go to CampJames.com or call 949.729.1098 for more info. (see p. 15)

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CLUB LITERACY Club Literacy is offering its dynamic “Learning Luau” in Dana Point! Club Literacy has inspired thousands of students to improve their reading and writing skills. Classes are designed to fan the flames of your scholar’s budding and burning desire to learn! Pre-K to 3rd graders will enjoy oneof a-kind programs such as Books & Cooks, Bugs & Books, All About Me (Scrapbooking & Journaling), Book Publishing, Connecting Cursive, and Math Journals. The K Smart Start and First Grade Smart Start classes are summer staples. Classes and camps run from June 22nd to August 21st.

Camps are 2 hours long, 4 days per week, ranging from $133 to $250. To learn more, visit ClubLiteracy.com or call 949.717.6624. (see p. 22)

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COAST SPIRIT ATHLETICS Come be a part of the summer camps at CSA Cheer & Tumbling in San Juan Capistrano! Girls and boys, ages 4 to 14, will learn how to tumble, cheer and dance at Coast Spirit Athletics' 11,000 square foot facility with competition-sized spring floors, a tumble track, and tumbling equipment. Have fun learning a routine to show your parents while making new friends and memories. Camps include lunch, snacks, a t-shirt and a Thursday performance for parents and friends. Sessions are offered Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., during the weeks of July 13th to 16th, July 27th to 30th and August 10th to 13th.

For registration and additional information regarding camps, teams and classes, please call 949.248.7873 or visit CoastSpirit.com.

TEEN/KID ENTREPRENEUR ACADEMY Concordia University “It’s never too early to teach kids and teens business," explains Stephen Christensen, dean of Concordia’s business school and founder of the Teen Entrepreneur Academy (TEA) & Kid Entrepreneur Academy (KEA). Today’s global economy has created a new standard of employment making entrepreneurship popular with children and young adults preparing for their future careers. TEA provides a one-week residential summer academy open to high school students interested in learning real-world business principles from successful entrepreneurs. This fun, activity-packed experience allows participants to work in small groups and write actual business plans — with the best one winning a $1,000 prize! KEA is open to 5th through 8th graders and offers hands-on instruction in business principles and entrepreneurship. TEA runs July 12th to 19th and KEA runs July 13th to 17th at Concordia University's Irvine campus. Contact Stephen.Christensen@cui.edu or visit cui.edu/tea or cui.edu/kea for more information. (see p. 20)

DANA WHARF KIDS FISHING CAMPING At Dana Wharf Sportfishing, your child will experience local fishing on a private boat each day at this one-of-a-kind camp. An expert crew and instructor will teach the fundamentals of fishing and offer pointers to those already familiar with the sport.

Trips include fishing equipment and instruction, lunch, snacks, and a raffle at the end of the clinic. The camp is open to ages 9 to 14 and limited to 25 children! Sessions are $489 per child and run from July 6th to 10th and July 20th to 24th. Call 949.496.5794 or visit DanaWharf.com to learn more. (see p. 23) 14 APRIL 2015

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Not your father’s band camp!

DanMan’s five-day intensive workshops let campers create and name their own rock bands and put on a real show for family and friends. Instruction on guitar, piano, drums, bass, and vocals is provided by inspiring professional music teachers. Exercises include creating set lists, making band posters, T-Shirts, a photo shoot and rehearsing for the Friday Show. The cost is $250 per camp, but if you register before June 15th, you can get in for $225. The jamming begins July 6th at DanMan’s Music School with five 1-week sessions. Bring in Danman's ad from this issue before June 15th to receive $25 off. Check out Danmans.com or call 949.496.6556 for more information. (see p. 18)

ENDLESS SUMMER Celebrating its 23rd anniversary, Endless Summer is the longest running surf camp in south OC and caters to first timers wanting to learn the basics of surfing and ocean safety, as well as experienced surfers looking to improve their skills. Offering a new camp every Monday from June through September, the fun in the sun continues for 15 weeks at San Onofre State Beach. Day camps (10 & older) run Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and include equipment, lessons, lunch, snacks, drinks, and a t-shirt for $495. Week-long overnight camps are $895 and include accommodations, surf equipment, surf lessons, all meals, snacks, drinks, and a camp t-shirt. Surf & Turf (surfing & golf) camps, private lessons, group lessons and adult camps are also available. Visit EndlessSummerSurfCamp.com or call 949.498.7862 to register early; all camps sell out every summer! (see p. 21)

JSERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL JSerra Catholic High School is excited to announce its brand new summer program for middle school students – Lion Engage! Designed for students entering grades 6 to 8, Lion Engage is a great opportunity to dive into experiential learning.

You will learn hands-on from passionate and engaging instructors, interact with high school student mentors, and have fun while doing it! You may choose between morning and afternoon sessions, and each session will be one week long. For more information, visit JSerra.org/lionengage or call Emma Moran at 949.493.9307 x1107. (see p. 19)

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KinderCare Learning Centers offers six, two-week units for children in preschool, pre-kindergarten and elementary school (3 to 12-year-olds).

Summer programs include superheroes among us, school-age store, all about jungles and rainforests, puzzling puzzles, mixed-up fairy tales, and clash of the colors. You can sign your child up for one program or all six! KinderCare's curriculum is rich in educational value with a focus on fun.

School-age children will have the opportunity to participate in weekly off-site field trips. All field trips have a low teacher to child ratio. Please call 888.523.6765 or visit KinderCare.com to learn more about the 18 centers in Orange County. Mention The Local Dish Magazine to receive a free day of learning and free registration for summer! (see p. 21)

CITY OF LAGUNA NIGUEL Your camper will run and play like a Squirrel or a Coyote at Crown Valley Park!

Squirrels will participate in dramatic play stations, science & nature exploration, construction toy activities, handball, board games, large group games on the soccer field, the slip-n-slide, camp sing a-longs, hiking in the botanical preserve, and arts & crafts. Squirrels will visit the new splash pad and have lunch by the new nature playground. Daily, campers will swim and enjoy weekly themed visitors! Coyotes will participate in board and card games, creating friendship bracelets, ball games, icebreaker activities, low and high intensity group games, team-building activities, arts & crafts, daily swimming, food crafts, nature hikes, scavenger hunts, dramatic challenge games, karaoke, Wii games, and “minute to win-it” contests. Campers will enjoy two weekly trips; to the Main Beach in Laguna on Tuesdays and then to an amusement park on Thursdays. To register, visit CityofLagunaNiguel.org/recreation or call 949.425.5100 for more details. (see p. 17)

MARINA VIEW PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Summer camp at Marina View Preschool and Kindergarten is all about learning and fun! Full and half-day camps run weekdays, July 1st through August 28th. Students are welcome to join for one week or all nine weeks. Children, ages 2 to 6, are invited to participate in weekly adventure-based camps such as Mad Science, Photography, The Great Outdoors, Little Chefs, Music, and Woodworking. Let curious minds explore topics in-depth through reading and art projects. Call 949.249.8687 or visit MarinaViewPreschool.com for enrollment and tuition information. Let the fun begin! (see p. 23)

OLYMPICA GYMNASTICS ACADEMY Olympica Gymnastics Academy has brought South OC its fun, high-energy “Summer Fun Gymnastics Camp” for over two decades. The camp is chock-full of recreational gymnastics, athletic games, arts & crafts, music, special events and special guests. Flexibility is as important to your schedule as is gymnastics, so you can pick and choose half or full days all summer long and receive great discounts for week-long bookings and for siblings. Ages 3 to 13 are welcome and camps run from June 22nd to August 21st. Every child is a champion this summer!

For more information, visit OlympicaGymnastics.com or call 949.582.3329.

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SAN CLEMENTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Summer Quest is San Clemente Christian School's answer to the dreaded, "I'm bored!" This faith-based camp is run by the school's faculty, with a low child to teacher ratio in a safe and loving environment. Outdoor fun like jaunts to the beach, pool, or park and field trips to Legoland, Knotts Berry Farm, county fairs, and water parks keep the youngsters busy all summer long. Character building, new friendships, and creative play are emphasized. Summer Quest offers camps from June 29th to August 21st from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. At only $185 per week, this is one of OC's most affordable camps. Half-day and drop-in rates ($50 field trip cost not included) are also a great value. Convenient extended care is available for busy and working parents from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at a mere $210 per week. To register, visit CapoBeachChristianSchool.org. (see p. 20)

CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE Incredible adventures are now open with sizzling early bird savings lasting until May 5th! The City of San Clemente is offering over 300 courses and camps this summer. Explore sports, surfing, science, performing arts featuring Into the Woods, Jr., live action film, preschool exploration camps, dance & cheer, cooking, day camps with field trips and more to guarantee your best summer ever! Not sure what camp to sign up for? Come to CAMP PALOOZA at the San Clemente Aquatics Center on Saturday, May 9th to meet instructors, earn free giveaways, discover camp discounts, and enjoy recreational swimming. For information and registration visit San-Clemente.org/recreation or call 949.429.8797. Don’t forget to Like Us on Facebook at facebook.com/SanClementeRecreation for all the latest news and recreation updates. (see p. 22)

SAN CLEMENTE DANCE San Clemente Dance & Performing Arts Center is celebrating its 20th anniversary with fun and exciting summer camps and workshops! Beginners to advanced participants, from ages 3 to adults, can choose from a wide range of options. An 8-week summer session with once-a-week classes and week-long dance camps are available.

Young dancers can “Let it Go” at Princess Dance Camps with themes like Frozen, Cinderella and Rapunzel. Junior and Teen Dance Camps feature hip hop, jazz, ballet, tap, musical theater and tumbling. Intensive Workshops for intermediate and advanced dancers are also offered at SCDPAC and taught by some of California’s top instructors. For information on week-long Hip Hop and Ballet Intensives, Adult Fitness, open auditions for The Nutcracker (no experience necessary), and additional camp and class registrations, go to SanClementeDance.com or call 949.498.7571. (see p. 17)

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SOUTH COAST CONSERVATORY South Coast Conservatory in San Clemente and Laguna Niguel offers a wide range of Camps and Dance Intensives for children and teens. The littlest dancers (4-7) can enjoy Fairytale Ballerina, Mini Hip Hop, Song & Dance, or “Cheernastics” camps.

Older kids (7-11) will have a blast learning Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Tumbling, Musical Theatre & the new “Jedi” Hip Hop camp for boys. Dance Intensives are available for intermediate and advanced students. Audition for South Coast’s nationally ranked dance teams or join the internationally acclaimed Ballet Conservatory Intensive, a two-week training program with international master instructors. For registration and rates, drop by one of the two studios or visit SCConservatory.com.

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ST. ANNE SUMMER KNIGHTS DAY CAMP The Summer Knights Day Camp in Laguna Niguel is the ideal combination of fun and education for kids with convenience and flexibility for parents. Camp days will be filled with a balance of light academics, arts and crafts, water play, weekly themes, special guests, cooking, and field trips with a flexible schedule for working parents or for kids who are just looking for some fun this summer.

The eight week-long camps start June 22nd with full-day, half-day, and extended hour options. Students from preschool through middle school are welcome to join for one week or all eight. Older kids will love the new middle school “Club.” Visit St-Anne.org for pricing and more detailed information or contact Ingrid Trenton at itrenton@st-anne.org. (see p. 19)

THE STEVE JOHNSON TENNIS ACADEMY The Steve Johnson Tennis Academy offers the best summer program for juniors. Steve is recognized as one of the top developmental coaches in Southern California and leads a staff of qualified teaching professionals.

Steve Johnson, Jr., is the most decorated player in the history of NCAA tennis and is a top 40 player on the ATP Tour. The Academy is located at the Rancho San Clemente Tennis & Fitness Club and offers a complete and challenging junior training center.

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Training is open to boys and girls and our program caters to experienced as well as introductory level athletes. Last summer, the improvement of our inexperienced 'Day Campers' was phenomenal. Participants went from no volleyball experience to making school teams and earning roster spots on high-level club teams. Owned by two-time Olympic Gold Medalist coach and player, Troy Tanner brings his philosophy of "achieving one's highest potential" to the club. Proper movement patterns & mechanics, repetitions, feedback and fun are emphasized in our state of the art gym. Sign up online: TstreetVolleyball.com. (see p. 23)

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Imagine...

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After

Before

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BY SHELLEY HUDSON

As the farm-to-table renaissance changes the local restaurant scene, patrons at El Mariachi in San Clemente have discovered the difference that pasture-raised meats, organic vegetables, sustainable seafood and a thoughtful presentation can make.

Tucked away near the south end of town on El Camino Real, El Mariachi has been a local favorite since the Jimenez family opened the doors in 1996. The beach-close, family-friendly restaurant features a large outdoor patio, hand-carved chairs and elaborately painted Mexican murals. Although the setting is classic-Mexican-restaurant, the food is anything but. In an effort to bring “new” Mexican-style cooking to the kitchen, owner Rafael Jimenez recruited locally-famous chef Jose Colin (pronounced “ko-leen”) to reimagine the entire menu.

Chef Colin’s philosophy is simple, “My cooking is ‘comtemporano.’ Better, fresher ingredients, flavorful sauces, and the highest quality meats are the foundations of this menu. I use Jidori chicken, Kurobuta pork and skirt steak and complement them with market-fresh vegetables and seasonings.” Voted “Top Ten Chef” in 2014 by Orange Coast Magazine, Chef Colin has created an opportunity at El Mariachi for guests to enjoy a true culinary experience close to home.

My friend and I started our leisurely Saturday lunch with skinny margaritas as Javier, the General Manager, gave us the lowdown on the menu’s evolution under Chef Colin. The La Tampiquena is El Mariachi’s most popular dish. This selection is portioned for two and has all the hallmarks of Colin’s contemporano style. The flavorful and tender marinated and pan-seared skirt steak is presented on two enchiladas and topped with chunky guacamole, tri-colored tortilla ribbons and queso fresco. The enchilada sauce is light and zesty, and it doesn’t overpower the steak. The savory combination is a hearty, delicious indulgence. It's evident why this is a hit with diners.

The outstanding Pollo a la Chipotle features Jidori chicken sautéed with Portobello mushrooms and onions, served over rice and drizzled with creamy, earthy chipotle mushroom sauce. The chicken’s robust flavor worked beautifully with the subtle, layered flavors of the sauce. This was perhaps my favorite.

Next we sampled another Jidori chicken dish—the Pollo en Mole Poblano. Since I’m a lover of all things chocolate, I was especially interested in tasting Chef Colin’s version that’s created from over 100 ingredients. The rich and smoky sauce is the ideal combination of spicy-sweet. Fresh sautéed vegetables, including wilted spinach, zucchini, squash and onion provide balance to this well-portioned dish.

Carne Asada fans rejoice—you no longer have to travel south of the border for your favorite Mexican specialty! El Mariachi’s secret is the marinade that’s soaked into the thinly-sliced skirt steak. Ingredients including dry mustard, pineapple juice and olive oil combine to enhance the meat's flavor as it is char-grilled. The carne is topped with fresh pico de gallo and grilled bell peppers—mi gusta, and you will, too.

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At enoSTEAK, we’re serious about using the freshest ingredients of the highest quality. That’s why everything is sourced from farms within 150 miles of our restaurant. We gather our herbs from our own organic garden. And our prime beef is from local farms committed to raising the highest quality breeds and dedicated to caring for livestock traditionally. It all adds up to exceptional quality you can taste.

Located at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Reservations recommended.

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Great Pizza, Plus Variety of Fabulous Pastas, Salads and Entrées Plus Beer & Wine Bar!

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