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The Bungalow Kitchen Belmont Shore Celebrates 1st Anniversary with New Spring Menu

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2022

This month, award-winning Chef Michael Mina and hospitality veteran Brent Bolthouse celebrate the first anniversary of their social dining concept, The Bungalow Kitchen Belmont Shore. As the coastal Californian eatery enters its second year, the vibrant waterfront dining destination sees the addition of seasonal new menu items featuring peak-of-season spring ingredients like morel mushrooms, green garlic, and pea tendrils, elevated Michael Mina signature dishes, and award-winning sommelier selections to its wine list.In 2021, Mina and Bolthouse opened two Bungalow Kitchen venues, each boasting over-10,000-square-feet of panoramic waterfront dining, debuting a second location in Tiburon, California, in November. Much like its marina-facing…

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Lola’s by MFK Brings Modern Filipino Brunch to Orange County

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By Greer Wylder
March 28, 2022

One of the most exciting restaurants to open in Orange County this year is Lola’s by MFK in Anaheim. Once you’ve experienced its Kamayan feast served in both breakfast and soon dinner formats you’ll understand how special it is. Its Kamayan Feast is a traditional Filipino cultural culinary experience that’s fun and delicious for everyone. The food comes out family-style and is plated on banana leaves that cover the entire table. All of the traditional dishes are decoratively placed around a bed of rice for everyone to share.It includes Garlic Rice / Six Entrees / Lumpia / Ensaldang Kamatis (Tomato salad with fried…

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Roger’s Gardens Spring Celebration Themed Weekend Events

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By Greer Wylder
March 25, 2022

Roger's Gardens is SPRING ready. They are offering Spring Weekend demonstrations through May 8. Learn from their gardening experts​ how to bring the spring season into your garden and home. Each station will be located throughout the Gardens and Garden Room.Discover the world of nature, gardening, orchids, and indoor plants. Experience viewing artistic garden displays for inspiration. Learn how to rejuvenate your garden by creating a beautiful flowering and bountiful edible garden.Connect with gardening experts and discover specialty plants through weekly live streams. Decorate your home with unique statement pieces. March 26 & 27• Gardening 101: Learn the Basics of Plant Selection and PlantingLearn simple steps on how to plant a garden from start…

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Bristol Farms Newfound Market Opens at Irvine Spectrum

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By Greer Wylder
March 17, 2022

An exciting grocery and culinary destination arrive at the Irvine Spectrum Center today. Bristol Farms, Southern California’s leading specialty grocer, is opening its new concept, Bristol Farms Newfound Market. The nearly 34,000 square foot location features seven of its own chef-created restaurant brands, serving craveable dishes made with local and global ingredients. The market features an open, warm, and modern environment designed to bring a unique shopping experience to Orange County. The grand opening celebration will shine a spotlight on emerging brands and local favorites, with many founders in attendance. Guests will be able to enter giveaways and enjoy sampling throughout the…

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The District at Tustin Legacy

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By Greer Wylder
March 15, 2022

Experience Live Music inside Union Market at Central Bar on Thursday, March 17 from 5-11 p.m., then use the self-guided map to discover The District’s St. Patrick’s Day drinking and eating “Hot Spots. Use The District's St. Patrick's Day Tasting Map to find green beer, specialty cocktails, and festive bites at participating restaurants. Access the Self-Guided Tasting Map from your mobile prior to the event and follow in any order you like!Not a ticketed event – you choose your own adventure and pay as you go.PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS:CENTRAL BARHERMOSA TAQUERIAKETTLEBAR (inside Union Market)STOWAWAY TIKI (inside Union Market)CASA DEL SOL COCINA MEXICANALUCILLE’S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-QUERA SUSHIPREGO…

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