Jay-Jay L.
Yelp
If you're a foodie looking for variety, Collage Culinary Experience inside South Coast Plaza is a dream come true! This two-story food hall offers a wide selection of cuisines, from savory dumplings to creative desserts and refreshing drinks. Here's everything I tried and loved:
First Stop: Churrino
I kicked things off with gourmet churros filled with caramel and chocolate. Crispy, sweet, and perfectly gooey inside--an amazing start to my food adventure!
Second Stop: Paradise Dynasty
Be prepared to wait in line, but trust me, it's worth it. I tried three different xiao long baos: the new pulled pork soup dumplings, their famous rainbow dumplings, and the truffle dumplings. Each one was packed with rich, flavorful soup, and they were all outstanding. Bonus points for the adorable panda dumpling!
Third Stop: Blossoms and Brass
This beautiful bar is a must-visit for unique, handcrafted cocktails. I ordered the Thai Me Up, A New Leaf, and Coco Highball. My personal favorite was the Thai Me Up, which tasted like a grown-up version of Thai milk tea--so good! I also tried their pink rigatoni and a flavorful bok choy salad. Both dishes looked gorgeous and tasted great.
Final Stop: Mochinut
For dessert, I hit Mochinut for their Korean corn dogs and colorful mochi donuts. I tried the Cookie Monster, Red Velvet, and Melon Pan flavors, and they were all deliciously unique!