Seconds at PCH Food Week Returns to 2ND & PCH

2ND & PCH, Long Beach’s premier outdoor shopping center, will host the return of Seconds at PCH, a 10-day food series from Sept. 19 to 29 that highlights the flavors of the center’s restaurants.

The celebration continues Thursday, Sept. 25, with the Food Week Bash, which coincides with the start of Hispanic Heritage Month and the grand finale of the Beachside Beats Fest concert series. Guests can enjoy the high-energy sounds of Gabrielito y La Verdad Salsa Band from 6 to 9 p.m.

The Food Week Bash is a ticketed, 21-and-older event featuring complimentary food and beverage tastings from The Bungalow, Ola Mexican Kitchen, Caffe Luxxe, Shake Shack, Fire Wings and Teleferic Barcelona. Guests can sip and sample while dancing to salsa and cumbia beats. While tastings are limited to 21-and-older guests, the live music is open to all ages. Proceeds benefit Long Beach Gives, a citywide online campaign supporting local nonprofits. Tickets are available at 2ndandpch.com/events.

Seconds at PCH continues through Sept. 29 with exclusive menu items, special deals and the Passport Program. Guests can collect stamps by ordering featured dishes at participating restaurants, including APCH, The Bungalow, Caffe Luxxe, Dan Modern Chinese, Fire Wings, Italian Homemade Company, Noble Rotisserie, Ola Mexican Kitchen, Jinya Ramen Bar, Teleferic Barcelona and Urban Plates. Those who collect at least eight stamps will be entered to win prizes, including a $200 gift card. Completed passports can be submitted at any participating restaurant. Guests can also vote for their favorite dish or drink.

Visitors are invited to explore 2ND & PCH’s shops and specialty services before, during or after events. For a full list of tenants and details, visit 2ndandpch.com.

Tastemakers of Orange County Returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts

The Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance (OCAPICA) will host the return of its Tastemakers of Orange County on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa.

The culinary celebration will showcase the rich and diverse flavors of Asian and Pacific Islander cuisine, created by more than two dozen of Orange County’s top chefs. Guests will enjoy exclusive, all-you-can-eat dishes in a lively outdoor setting, while supporting OCAPICA programs in mental health, youth development, housing assistance, policy education, and anti-Asian racism initiatives.

2025 Tastemaker Participants

• A Market, by Shelly Register
• ADYA, by Shachi Mehra
• Artisan by 7 Leaves Café, by Sonny Nguyen and Chad Urata
• Bello and Sugo, by Sandro Nardone
• Bracken’s Kitchen, by Bill Bracken
• Cali Dumpling, by Allan Tea
• Crema Cafe and Crema Artisan Bakers, by Tarit Tanjasiri
• Driftwood Kitchen and The Deck, by Rainer Schwarz
• Farmhouse at Rogers Garden, by Rich Mead
• Garlic and Chives, by Kristin Nguyen
• Gavina Coffee, by the Gavina Family
• Hamamori, by James Hamamori
• Hanuman Thai Eatery, by Minh Phan
• Miss Mini Donuts, by Leslie Nguyen
• Lola’s by MFK, by Henry Pineda
• Nok’s Kitchen, by Nokmaniphone Sayavong
• OC Baking Company, by Dean Kim
• Oceans and Earth, by Adam Navidi
• Paradise Dynasty
• Seafood Cove 2, by Eddie Lai
• Sessions West Coast Deli, by Max Schlutz
• Smoke Queen BBQ, by Winnie Yee
• Stowaway Tiki Bar, by Leonard Chan and Dominic Iapello
• Taco Mesita, by Ivan Calderon
• Terrace by Mix Mix, by Ross Pangilinan
• Toast Kitchen & Bakery, by Ed Lee
• Vaca, by Amar Santana
• Wahoo’s Fish Tacos, by Wing Lam

Hawaii-born artist Masina will headline the evening with music that blends soulful R&B and island rhythms. She will perform selections from her new project, “She, The Album,” produced with reggae and R&B artist Siaosi. The album explores themes of womanhood, identity, and self-worth through both heartfelt ballads and upbeat anthems.

Additional entertainment includes DJ MoJoe and an opportunity drawing for unique prizes and experiences.

Tickets are $250 for VIP, which includes early entry at 6 p.m., and $195 for general admission from 7 to 9 p.m. The event takes place at the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa.

More information and tickets are available at ocapica.org/tmoc

Pacific Wine & Food Classic Returns September 20

Let your taste buds wander and your weekend come alive at the 2025 Pacific Wine & Food Classic on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort. Known for its spectacular setting and unmatched culinary talent, this award-winning event invites food and wine lovers to sip, savor and celebrate by the bay.

The one-day festival features bold wines, inventive cocktails and irresistible bites from Southern California’s top chefs and restaurants. Guests will enjoy a beachside experience filled with unforgettable flavors, live coastal energy and curated indulgence, all steps away from the bay.

This year’s lineup includes bold bites from acclaimed restaurants; a selection of more than 100 wines highlighted by the Paso Robles Grand Wine Experience; and premium craft cocktails from Aspen Vodka, Flecha Azul Tequila, Licor 43, Maker’s Mark and Papa’s Pilar Rum. Guests can also look forward to a Rosé All Day Gazebo by Miraval, a decadent Dessert Garden, Mocktail Magic with zero-proof cocktails and a Silent Disco by DeSoi.

“Every year, the Pacific Wine & Food Classic brings people together in the most delicious way possible,” said Pamela Waitt, founder of the Pacific Wine & Food Classic. “It’s a celebration of our local culinary talent, our love for connection and the joy of sharing unforgettable culinary experiences with others.”

2025 Restaurant & Chef Lineup
Full list available at pacificwineandfood.com/chefs

Baba G, Chef Matthew Meredith 

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations, Executive Chef Peter Petro

Cambalache and Villa Roma, Chef Leo Razo

Chelas Mexican Kitchen, Owner & Chef Karla Vasquez

City Cruises, Executive Chef Sergio Agustin

Crema & OC Baking 

CUCINA enoteca, Executive Chef Cesar Sarmiento 

Descanso, Executive Chef Jose Angulo

Ellie’s, Chef & Owner, Jason Witzl 

Farmhouse at Roger's Gardens, Owner & Executive Chef Rich Mead 

Five Crowns & SideDoor

Francium Chocolate

Georgia's Restaurant, Nika Shoemaker Machado

Great Maple Restaurant, Steven Ashworth, Director of Service, Food & Beverage

Lola's by MFK, Owner & Chef Henry Pineda

Lover Boards 

Luke's Lobster, Luke Holden, Founder and CEO

Melissa's Produce

Miss Mini Donuts, Leslie Nguyen

Paséa Hotel & Spa, Chef Scott Rackliff, Executive Chef 

Prego, Chef Ugo Allesina

Puesto, Creative Chef Raul Casillas

Rancho Capistrano Winery, Chef Reagan 

Rangeen Kitchen

Red O, Chef Hugo Cruz

RISE Rooftop Lounge at The Westin Anaheim Resort, Executive Chef JJ Burton and Pastry Chef Andy De La Cruz

Salt & Lime Modern Taqueria - Zach Ficke, Executive Chef/Owner 

Scratch Bakery Café, Executive Pastry Chef Louise Chien

SOHO Taco, Executive Chef Oscar Pecina

Sol Cocina, Douglass Farnsworth, Culinary Director, Xperience Restaurant Group

Strong Water Anaheim, Galley Master, Executive Chef Steve Kling - 2024 & 2025 James Beard Finalist

Strong Water Anaheim,Ying Chang, Co-Founder and Beverage Director

Sushi Roku 

Ten Sushi Cocktail Bar, Executive Sushi Chef Toshi Muira

The Crack Shack, Culinary Director Jon Sloan

The Mayor's Table, Chef Riley Huddleston 

The Yellow Chilli, Chef Sanjeev Kapoor

Trevor's at the Tracks, Chef Ronnie Chavez

Verde Restaurant & Bar

Wahoo's Fish Tacos, Co-Founder Wing Lam

Westwood Steak House, Executive Chef Michael Ruiz

TICKETS TO PACIFIC WINE & FOOD CLASSIC
Tickets for the Pacific Wine & Food Classic are available now at PacificWineandFood.com. Pacific Wine & Food Classic takes place at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort (1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA, 92660). 

All guests must be age 21+ with valid ID to attend. This is a ticketed event and the public are able to purchase tickets online at pacificwineandfood2025.eventbee.com. The Pacific Wine & Food Classic is an outdoor event that takes place rain or shine. Full details, terms and conditions can be found HERE