Panoringan: Hip to Be Square – Chewing the Corner of Detroit-, Roman- and Sicilian-Style Pizza
Anne Marie Panoringan
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Detroit-style square pizza, which has been growing in popularity, can be found in eateries across Orange County.
Panoringan: Valentine Treats, Plus, A Ramen Revolution
Anne Marie Panoringan
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For Valentine’s Day, local companies are offering donuts, wine, snacks and sandwiches (as well as a few dine-in options). Plus, recommendations for your ramen fix during the pandemic.
O.C. Restaurant Industry Responds to California’s Reduced Restrictions
Anne Marie Panoringan
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Once bitten, twice shy: restaurant professionals share their feelings of reticence and relief with the latest announcement that outdoor dining is once again officially allowed in Orange County.
Panoringan: Winter Openings and Mistaken Food Identities
Anne Marie Panoringan
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While the struggle to remain open continues for most independently-owned restaurants, a select number of kitchens have quietly debuted in recent months.
Panoringan: Baking 101 from Local Pros; Plus, Burritos, the Underrated Breakfast of Champions
Anne Marie Panoringan
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A duo of local bakers share their tips on making bread. Plus, get to know four favorite breakfast burritos.
Panoringan: The Food Industry in 2020 Saw Closures, Openings, Pivots, Perseverance
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Food columnist Anne Marie Panoringan reflects on selfless donations, industry pivots, and the resilience of small businesses during Coronavirus.
Panoringan: Lockdown Part Two – How Restaurants Are Reacting Nine Months Later
Anne Marie Panoringan
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Restaurant owners and chefs are feeling the fatigue and frustration of shut downs. Many have complied with adaptations for social distancing, and yet, they are not allowed to remain open, risking the success of their businesses.
Panoringan: Four to Look Forward to, South Coast Plaza Updates, and Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm
Anne Marie Panoringan
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Despite the pandemic, new restaurants are still in the works to open soon; plus, updates on restaurants at South Coast Plaza; and, tips to enjoy Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm.
Panoringan: The Accidental Influencer — A Conversation with Connie Bang-Co Aboubakare
Anne Marie Panoringan
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As a mother with grown children, Connie Bang-Co Aboubakare is an unlikely food influencer who has amassed over 99,000 followers.
Panoringan: Amazon Fresh 101 – A Comprehensive Guide to OC’s Tech-Savvy Grocery Store
Anne Marie Panoringan
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Panoringan takes a deep dive into the experience of shopping at the new Amazon Fresh grocery store in Irvine.