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Which ‘Wich To Have in Hand This National Sandwich Day
10.31.17
By Bobby Navarro
Any ingredient you can imagine, piled between two slices of your favorite bread, a culinary expression of culture, creativity and convenience - who doesn’t enjoy a sandwich?
What better way to celebrate our collective love affair with the world’s tastiest invention – amusingly named after a gambling aristocrat - than dedicating an entire day to them? This year, November 3rd is National Sandwich Day, so let’s get rolling and look at the best Orange County has to offer.
Habana
Costa Mesa and Irvine
Does the thought of scrumptious Latin-inspired food keep you up at night? Luckily, Habana is open past midnight and the “Media Noche” is the perfect bite to satisfy those late nocturnal cravings. This Cuban style pressed sandwich is loaded with slow roasted pork, jamón, Swiss and all the fixings, as well as a tantalizing roasted garlic yellow mustard aioli that makes the whole thing melt in your mouth.
Go all out this National Sandwich Day with a Cubano at Habana, and check out their new location in Irvine!
Stockyard Sandwich Co.
4th St Market, Santa Ana
Whoever thought to add tuna salad to the already delicious grilled cheese deserves a medal. The crew at Stockyard Sandwich Co. earns the gold for their take on the classic because the ciabatta and cheddar make it better. Tasty tuna and crisp pickles meld together in a gloriously salty and tangy experience that’s only elevated by tomato and red onion. House-made chips or tater tots are included with the order, so you’ll surely find happiness at this 4th Street Market standout
Tuna and grilled cheese come together due to a stroke of genius over at Stockyard Sandwich Co.
The Recess Room
Fountain Valley, CA
At The Recess Room, a trendy energetic vibe meets innovative cuisine. If your interests lie between the bread, the “Pork Belly BLT” has your name written all over it. Thick slabs of succulent, rich and flavorful kurobuta pork set the tone for this ‘wich; the charred edges alone will get your mouth watering. Arugula, tender Roma tomato, and chipotle aioli fill out the rest and beer battered fries come on the side. Just remember, there is never any shame in filling your belly with pork belly.
Mouth-watering Pork Belly BLT at The Recess Room in Fountain Valley.
Pandor Artisan Boulangerie & Cafe
Anaheim, Newport Beach, Long Beach, and Orange
Artisan French bread and aromatic coffee highlight this charming breakfast spot - oui, s’il vous plait! If you dream of sipping espresso while savoring a Croque-Madame along the Champs-Élysées, Pandor Boulangerie and Café can at least get you halfway to realizing your fancy. Served atop a Provençal loaf, this delicacy of jambon ham, cheese, creamy Béchamel sauce and eggs over easy evokes the finest of Parisian sensibilities.
Kick things up a notch this National Sandwich Day at The Iron Press.
The Kroft
Anaheim and Tustin
What’s the coolest thing since sliced bread? Sandwich dipping. At The Kroft, thinly cut prime rib slathered with horseradish mayo and caramelized onions are the passengers on a French roll vessel certified for dunking, especially when it’s into Au Jus dip. With your Prime Rib Dip in hand, throw in some panko fried cheese curds and you’ll be on a voyage of delicious discovery.
The Croque Madame at Pandor is beyond decadent and satisfying.
The Iron Press
Anaheim and Costa Mesa
Please excuse the language, but the “Hot Mother Clucker” is so delicious, profanity is entirely necessary. On this ‘which, you’ll find tender, free-range Jidori chicken coated in a spicy buttermilk batter and stacked amid jalapeño waffles, along with zesty slaw, buffalo sauce, and jalapeño maple syrup. This delectably obscene creation will have you exhaling "&#&#%$ that is good!” between gulps of water. I would keep the pitcher close by.
When I dip, you dip, we dip this National Sandwich Day at The Kroft.
CIVIC
4th St Market, Santa Ana
CIVIC’s house-made pesto is the key that truly unlocks the flavor of its juicy, free-range chicken breast burger. Its basil is garden fresh, the olive oil enhancing the herbs while not being too soggy. They then throw savory sun dried tomatoes, arugula, melted Swiss cheese on a delicate yet crispy bun, proving that you can still get your fill without completely wrecking that healthy streak you’ve been on.
Get your hands on a truly unique creation at CIVIC, located within 4th St Market.
Two Birds
TRADE, Irvine
For the “Bird In The Hand” sandwich, you’re going to need twice the standard gripping action, especially if you order double chicken for $3 (as you should). The massive portion towers on a cornmeal bun, seasoned, crispy poultry dripping with slaw and special tiger sauce. Don’t be intimidated, a fork and knife can make tackling the monster more feasible. Add a side of waffle fries and an Arnold Palmer truly bring the Southern comfort home.
Double the chicken, double the satisfaction this Sandwich Day at Two Birds located within TRADE.
Blackmarket Bakery
Costa Mesa and Santa Ana
When the lunch bell rings, countless kids across the country dig into a timeless classic, the staple of every childhood diet. Blackmarket Bakery will take your fondest peanut butter and jelly sandwich memories to the next level. The Über PBJ is a layered masterpiece of creamy peanut butter, signature berry jam, shaved almonds, and fresh berries slathered on pieces of toasted 6-grain. You’ll never think about a PB&J the same again.
There's no other PB&J quite like this one from Blackmarket Bakery.
Dog Haus
Santa Ana
What is the meaning of life? Was the dress black and blue or white and gold? Is a hot dog actually a sandwich? These are the questions of our time. Including frankfurters on this list might land me in the doghouse with some, but perhaps spending time at Dog Haus will provide a new perspective regarding this controversial debate. Whatever you decide, you’ll surely leave satisfied by the chain’s signature beef sausage combinations, each served on a fresh King’s Hawaiian Rolls. The popular “SOOO CALI” is garnished with wild arugula, spicy basil aioli, crispy onions, avocado, tomato, but you also have the option to craft your own.
A hot dog sandwich? Get DOWN on this madness this National Sandwich Day.
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P.J. Salvage Celebrates its 20 year anniversary
10.30.17
Irvine-based P.J. Salvage, one of our favorite lines for loungewear, pajamas and intimates, is celebrating its 20-year anniversary by introducing a new collection of limited edition 20th anniversary prints, as a homage to some of the original, best-selling designs. The four P.J. Salvage anniversary sets are available for Fall-Winter 2017.
Consumers will also be invited this winter to join online promotions such as “PJ Happy Hour” and “Top-20 VIP Giveaway.”
Other festivities include a 20th Anniversary Window Dressing Competition, with the winner taking a vacation for two, complete with airfare and a stay at the luxury Pendry Hotel in San Diego. The brand is also promoting its new category “social media star,” rewarding the retailer who shows the best activity on social media.
Represented in more than 26 countries, and sold in over 1,200 boutiques and better-end department stores nationwide, P.J. Salvage continues to evolve each season, blending its lounge and sleepwear into a complete lifestyle collection.
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