A week ago, Bob Watson and his wife Kathy Klingaman, opened their home in Irvine up to host an OCtweetup, open to any and all.

A fantastic gesture of kindness and holiday warmth, and it was well received bringing a great mix of people from both OC and LA to their humble abode. A perfect Sunday evening spent with friends, drinking spirits, and dining on fantastic food like Filét sliders, beef wellington bites, and more.

Arriving a bit late myself, I was pleased to find that everybody was in great spirits, and to see many familiar and a few unfamiliar faces. The LA crew (@amberavines, @mayhemstudios, and @ribeezie) rolled through and represented well, and there were plenty of OC faces to be seen as well. @HealthOC, @topmomblog, @hoda007, @maryannewendt, @karenrphoto and others were all present too.

Food, drinks, conversation, friends (new and old), and a warm fire. What else can you ask for?

What makes a great tweetup in your opinion? Do you like networking more than conversating? Business more than pleasure? Let me know!

Hit the jump for more pics of the event!

Look at this feast! Bob and Kathy really killed it, cooking most of this food themselves with a few things being brought by the nights guests!

Ricardo and Bob getting chummie at the #OCtweetup!

Calvin finally got his Seesmic shirt! Hoda is jealous.