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Sushi Ii Introduces Artisan Japanese Cocktails and Premium Sake Selection
04.04.24
Sushi Ii, renowned for its authentic Japanese cuisine, now offers a curated cocktail selection for the first time since its establishment in February 2020. Crafted to complement Master Chef Susumu Ii’s Omakase dishes, these cocktails highlight Japanese spirits and are served over meticulously crafted ice imported from Japan.
General Manager and Beverage Director Natsuko Travioli has developed a limited, three-cocktail menu that showcases Japanese artistry and simplicity. Imported ice from Kuramoto, a prestigious ice manufacturing company in Kanazawa, Japan, adds a touch of luxury to each drink, emphasizing the purity of ingredients and elegant glassware.
Highlights include the Toki High Ball with Suntory whiskey and club soda, and the sparkling Ume Soda made with Choya Plum Wine, club soda, and a honey-fermented plum. Each cocktail is served over Kuramoto’s cracked Kachiwari ice, reflecting the Japanese aesthetic principle of wabi-sabi.
In addition to cocktails, Sushi Ii offers a selection of Japanese whiskies and premium sakes by the glass, including Dassai Beyond and Kikuhime Diaginjo Kukurihime. This unique tasting experience allows guests to enjoy premium sake without committing to a whole bottle, further enhancing the restaurant's commitment to Japanese culinary excellence.
Sushi Ii is located at Mariner’s Pointe (100 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach) and is open for lunch Tuesday through Saturday, with reservation times available from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and for dinner Tuesday through Sunday, with reservation times available from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. For more information, please visit their website
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Plants & Gardens on Set: Nelson Coates Talks Film Design at Sherman Gardens
04.04.24
Sherman Library & Gardens invites you to an evening lecture featuring Nelson Coates, a distinguished production designer for film and television, on Tuesday, April 16th at 7 p.m. This event will shine a light on the significant role of plants and gardens in film, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of set designs for acclaimed TV shows such as The Morning Show, and blockbuster movies like "Crazy Rich Asians" and "In the Heights." Don't miss this opportunity to gain unique insights into nature and narrative in cinematic storytelling.
Outside the realm of screen, Coates, who resides in Laguna Beach, also brings his visionary skills to architecture and interior design, contributing to distinctive residential and commercial projects. A vital member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' Designer Branch Executive Committee and the Television Academy, Nelson also imparts his knowledge globally, serves on the Board of Trustees for Laguna College of Art + Design, and is the International President of the Art Directors Guild for his third term.
Seats are limited for this unique event, and registration is required.
$10 Member / $20 Non-Member
Register online at thesherman.org
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