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Khan Saab Celebrates Three Years of Success in OC by Giving Back to Community

By Greer Wylder

February 12, 2023

Orange County’s premier Michelin-rated Halal restaurant, Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen in Fullerton, is celebrating its third anniversary the best way it knows how – by giving back to the community it credits for its success. On Sunday, February 19th, 2023, 10% of Khan Saab’s sales will be donated to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Orange County. NAMI is Orange County’s advocacy center for all things mental health, striving to create a better tomorrow, where all people affected by mental illness can experience hope, recovery, and wellness in a world free of stigma.Khan Saab, which has prioritized giving back to…

Valentine’s Day Prix-Fixe Menus and Specials in OC

By Greer Wylder

February 12, 2023

Celebrate Valentine's Day this year throughout OC with destinations for romantic, fun dining experiences for everyone.Lido House | Newport BeachThe Mayor’s Table at Lido House | Newport BeachCelebrate Valentine’s Day at The Mayor’s Table, a fairy tale destination nestled among the city’s marina, beach, and retail mix, and only steps away from Lido Marina Village. Couples can enjoy a prix fixe, four-course menu hand-crafted by Executive Chef Partner Riley Huddleston with menu highlights including transparent sea prawns, chateaubriand beef tenderloin, and a passionfruit yuzu curd pavlova for dessert ($214 per couple). Cheers to the evening with a specialty cocktail such as the C’est L’Amour, which…

Love Never Tasted So Good!

By Greer Wylder

February 06, 2023

February is for lovers—ribs lovers, that is—and Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is preparing a special treat for ribs lovers of all ages.The award-winning destination for great barbecue, Lucille’s is bringing back its classic Half-Rack of Ribs & Fried Chicken Combo Meal, which includes two swoon-worthy sides ($33.99). Guests can choose from Lucille’s tender, slow-smoked Baby Back Ribs or St. Louis Ribs to go with perfectly seasoned, buttermilk-breaded, chicken breast served with Grandpa’s pan gravy, plus a choice of two swoon-worthy sides: Picnic Potato Salad, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni & Cheese, Fresh-Cut Fries, Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables, Southern Braised Greens, Creamy Coleslaw, BBQ Beans…

So Much to Love at The District – Valentine’s Dining and Entertainment

By Greer Wylder

February 05, 2023

Dine, Play & Make Memories this Valentine's Day at The District Tustin! SNAP A PHOTO & WIN AT THE LOVEGRAM!Snap a photo at the LoveGram pop-up in the AMC Courtyard and be entered to win a $200 e-gift card to one of The District's retailers! Now through February 14th post your LoveGram photo on Instagram with #TheDistrictTustinLOVE and tag @thedistricttustin, plus tell them your favorite store or restaurant at the center, to be entered to win a $200 e-gift card to there! CLICK HERE for more info.AMC TUSTIN 14 Cozy up with your sweetheart in AMC Tustin 14’s heated signature recliners and…

Bachelor Star, Andrew Firestone Opens First Hotel in Santa Barbara

By Greer Wylder

February 02, 2023

Santa Barbara just welcomed its newest hotel, Courtyard Santa Barbara Downtown, a Courtyard by Marriott hotel, and Saint Remy restaurant. Behind the reinvented hotel is Andrew Firestone, former star of ABC’s The Bachelor and co-founder with Jess Parker of StonePark Capital, a Santa Barbara-based hospitality development company. Following a complete transformation, the 122-room modern, coastal hotel is located in the heart of everything the American Riviera has to offer. Saint Remy will join the local dining scene, featuring a laid-back retro-inspired design and offering Mediterranean coastal cuisine with a locally-sourced menu. The property is managed by Azul Hospitality Group, a San Diego-based hospitality management platform focused primarily on…