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Halal Taquito Restaurant Opens at Irvine Spectrum

By Greer Wylder

July 10, 2023

Exciting news for food enthusiasts! Roll-Em-Up, the popular taquito joint, is all set to open its newest location at Irvine Spectrum on July 10. What makes this opening extra special is that it will be the first Roll-Em-Up spot to offer certified Halal meat. Even better, the company has plans to expand this Halal option to all of its other 13 locations!The Irvine Spectrum Roll-Em-Up will serve fresh corn or flour taquitos, expertly hand-rolled and filled with a variety of mouthwatering options. Delight in the zesty flavors of Halal-certified citrus-marinated chicken or indulge in the savory goodness of braised shredded…

Populaire’s Prix-Fixe Menu Inspired by Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

By Greer Wylder

July 05, 2023

Chef Nick Weber of Populaire at South Coast Plaza has created a three-course gastronomic tribute to the life and music of iconic performer, Tina Turner, available nightly during the July 11-23 two-week run starting at 4 p.m. of the Tony Award-winning musical at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.Weber, a music fan, has crafted a culinary journey naming dishes for Turner’s hit songs such as Be Tender with Me Baby (heirloom tomato, ricotta maison, jambon de Bayonne crumble), Nutbush City Limits (select either Duroc pork belly or swordfish, Nardello peppers, hazelnuts, charred soubise, black garlic) and Proud Mary Reprise (Paris Brest -- white chocolate…

Luciana’s Ristorante in Dana Point Receives Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence

By Greer Wylder

July 03, 2023

Luciana's Ristorante, a renowned dining establishment in Dana Point, is celebrating its upcoming 40th anniversary with a prestigious accolade. Wine Spectator has honored Luciana's with the highly coveted Award of Excellence for 2023, recognizing the restaurant's outstanding wine program and its commitment to delivering an extraordinary dining experience.As the leading authority in the world of wine, Wine Spectator presents the Award of Excellence to restaurants that boast well-curated wine lists featuring approximately 90 selections or more. These lists go beyond the ordinary, offering quality wines and producers that are not easily found at local wine stores. The wines selected perfectly…

Offshore 9 Rooftop Lounge 4th of July Glow Party

By Greer Wylder

July 03, 2023

Celebrate the 4th of July in style at Offshore 9 Rooftop Lounge, located atop The Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach. This exclusive adult-only event offers unparalleled panoramic views of Orange County's coastline and front-row seats to the spectacular fireworks show on the pier.Taking place from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4th, guests will enjoy a SoCal summer sunset while listening to a live DJ from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the holiday festivities.For just $50 per person, attendees will gain access to Offshore 9's rooftop lounge and receive…

North Italia Launches New “Summer Sips” Cocktails & Happy Hour to Go

By Greer Wylder

June 29, 2023

North Italia is celebrating the season with its Summer Sips campaign featuring 14 limited edition cocktails created by the restaurant’s top bartenders across the country from East to the West Coast, in addition to debuting a limited-time Happy Hour cocktail and food-to-go menu. Priced at $15 each, these four bevies were thoughtfully created by North Italia mixologists from across the country who drew inspiration from classic cocktails like the Blue Hawaiian, Vodka Gimlets, and Whiskey Sours––drinks the team has been enjoying since their 21st birthday as a cheeky nod to North Italia turning 21 this year. Below is an overview of the…