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March 18, 2026Travel

Greetings From Greece

Plus: meatballs are on the menu and graduation season is coming in hot.

Greetings From Greece

Of all the stops on the European adventure, this one hits different. Greece — where the food, the hospitality, and the "sit down, let me feed you" energy all started for Yanni. Watching him walk through the motherland is like watching a man recharge his batteries at the source.

Yanni, in his element. (More than usual.) Greece has the history, the views, and the food.

Back in Scripps Ranch, the team's got your table ready. Let's eat.

This Week's Specials

Lamb Meatballs

Starting tomorrow Thursday. Inspired by the flavors Yanni grew up on — our Lamb Meatballs are seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, perfectly seared, and served in a sauce that'll have you reaching for bread before the plate hits the table. This is the kind of dish that feels like it came straight from a Greek grandmother's kitchen.

The Irish Maid

While Yanni's sipping ouzo in Greece we're shaking up something a little different back home. Meet The Irish Maid — Irish whiskey with a fresh twist. Muddled cucumber and elderflower keep it light and crisp, lemon juice gives it that bright snap, and the whiskey holds the whole thing together like a good conversation on the patio. It's the kind of cocktail that looks as good as it tastes — and it tastes like your new favorite.

Graduation Season Is Coming

Here's the thing about graduation season — everyone wants to celebrate at the same time, and the best spots fill up fast. If you've got a grad in the family (or a team milestone, or a birthday that lines up), now's the time to reach out.

Whether it's an intimate dinner on the patio or a full private event for up to 140 guests, we'll make it feel like a celebration they'll actually remember. Multiple courses, great wine, patios, and the kind of atmosphere families love.

Don't wait until May

Ready to plan? Reach out and we'll walk you through everything — menu, space, pricing, the works.

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