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Free Chefs’ Cooking + Tasting Series

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By Greer Wylder
February 24, 2016

Dine Out Long Beach, Restaurant Week 2.0 will host a free Chefs’ Cooking + Tasting Series on Saturday, February 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Friedman’s Appliances in Long Beach. Long Beach Restaurant Week starts the following day and continues through March 5 at nearly 50 restaurants citywide. Featured chefs at the Chefs’ Cooking + Tasting Series, whose restaurants are participating in Dine Out Long Beach, Restaurant Week 2.0, include: 11 a.m. Chef Janine Falvo of Sip Bar + Lounge at the Renaissance Hotel 12 p.m. Chef Pete Lehmer of Gladstone’s 1 p.m.  Mixologist Michael Rausa of E.J.…

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Go Greek Corona del Mar Opening Celebration

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By Greer Wylder
February 24, 2016

Go Greek is celebrating its grand opening of its Corona del Mar shop on Saturday, February 27 from noon to 3 p.m. It’s a great time to experience the delicious and healthy fresh yogurt flown in from Greece, and its self serve Greek fro-yo. You can enjoy free samples, fun games, photobooths, an Instagram printer to reward those who hashtag #HelloGoGreek, and free terra cotta bowl giveaways with every purchase! Go Greek’s yogurt is available in 0%, 2%, or 10% fat that’s packed with protein—18 grams per 8 oz. for the 0% yogurt--and it’s low in sugar and carbs. You can…

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Old School Ski and Snowboard Rentals

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By Greer Wylder
February 24, 2016

We just discovered a huge find in Orange County for those wanting to rent ski and snowboard equipment. Phil’s Ski & Snowboard in Costa Mesa is the last remaining shop that specializes ski and snowboard seasonal leases and rentals. You can even rent clothing. It’s also a great place for repairs and sales. Phil’s offers top brands including Armada, K2, Rossignol, Niche, Capita, Von Zipper, GoPro, Dakine, Marker and Salomon. Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Phil's Ski and Snowboard is at 2980 McClintock Way in Costa Mesa. 714.754.7762.

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Little Tokyo in Long Beach

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By Greer Wylder
February 23, 2016

It’s only been a year and a half since Kihon Sushi and Japanese Tapas opened in Naples in Long Beach, and already chef/owner Erwin Angeles is making his mark in a world overwhelmed with sushi options. Kihon, meaning “fundamentals” in Japanese, is a standout thanks to chef Erwin’s philosophy of focusing on a well-edited menu of the highest quality sushi and sashimi and his formal training. Erwin trained under master sushi chef Katsuya Uechi at Katsuya in Los Angeles, and even attended his prestigious Sushi Institute of America. At Kihon, you won’t see the sushi chefs downing shots of sake,…

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For the love of idaho Potatoes

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By Greer Wylder
February 23, 2016

The World’s Largest Idaho Potato Display-- more than 100,000 pounds of Idaho potatoes—will be on display on Wednesday, February 24 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Northgate Market in Los Angeles. The display is part of a Potato Lover's Month Retail Display Contest that the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) holds every February. The previous world record for biggest potato display was set on Canada’s Prince Edward Island in 2012 and featured 92,500 pounds of potatoes. Northgate Market at 944 E Slauson Ave, Los Angeles.

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