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Kai Lounge to Debut at Pacific City in Huntington Beach

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By Greer Wylder
September 23, 2022

Wild Thyme Restaurant Group, known for their widely popular concepts including Shorebird, Jay Bird’s Chicken, and Molé, to name a few, will introduce a new restaurant to their roster of acclaimed eateries. Set to open soon at Pacific City in Huntington Beach, Kai Lounge presents an immersive dining experience and nightlife venue inspired by modern Japanese culture and cuisine.“As a resident of Huntington Beach myself, I’ve always wanted to open a restaurant in the community I call home,” comments Heinrich Stasiuk, CEO & founder of Wild Thyme Restaurant Group. “We designed Kai Lounge to be a transcendent experience that allows you to step from the beach into the bustling nightlife of Tokyo.”Culinary Director…

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Chef-Driven Pizzas Bring New Experience to ARTISAN Café

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By Greer Wylder
September 21, 2022

On the heels of celebrating its first anniversary, Fountain Valley-based ARTISAN has introduced new hand-crafted pizzas to its celebrated menu. The elevated fast-casual restaurant and café, a marriage of Orange County-born concepts, 7 Leaves Café and Crema Bakery, has gained a loyal following for its energetic and unique teas, and focused, chef-driven menu of dishes and baked goods. Now, the concept takes the same quality ingredients and attention to detail and extends it to an innovative selection of ARTISAN Café Pizza offerings.Under the watchful eye of Executive Chef Chad Urata, the inaugural class of ARTISAN Café Pizzas are a combination of classic and re-imagined flavors…

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Hamilton At Segerstrom Center for the Arts

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By Greer Wylder
September 16, 2022

Hamilton is coming to Segerstrom Center for the Arts from September 28 through October 16, 2022. Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®,…

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Support Handmade at Modern Markers Mart at The District

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By Greer Wylder
September 13, 2022

Enjoy a day at the Modern Makers Mart coming to The District at Tustin Legacy on Saturday, September 17th from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.!The FREE event is fun for the whole family with more than 30 vendors featuring locally handmade crafted goods, kids’ activities, live entertainment, and more!  Located in The Promenade near the AMC Fountain Courtyard.2437 Park Ave, in Tustin. 

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Local Chefs Unite for OCAPICA’s 6th Tastemakers of OC Fundraiser

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By Greer Wylder
September 12, 2022

In conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance (OCAPICA), the 6th Tastemakers of Orange County fundraising event will be held on Wednesday, September 14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. Nearly two dozen local chefs will celebrate the Asian and Pacific Islander community, culture, and heritage by giving guests the opportunity to indulge in one-of-a-kind Asian and Pacific Island-inspired dishes.  Proceeds from tickets sold for this event benefit OCAPICA's numerous programs and services in mental health and health, youth development, housing assistance, policy education,…

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