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Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks turned 40 this summer!

By Greer Wylder

July 22, 2022

The 40th celebration at Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks rolls through the summer with throwback uniforms, the return of a cult-classic burger at a throwback price, two giveaways, an exclusive Islands beer, 40 days of giveaways and more. Guests can visit any of the 42 locations to celebrate 40 years of Islands.For those looking for something bright and fruity to quench their thirst, the Watermelon Margarita is back and available just in time for National Watermelon Month (July) and will be served in a special Islands 40th Anniversary glass. You can also enjoy the Islands Heat Wave Burger topped with grilled…

Celebrate National Tequila and National Scotch Day with 3rd Base LA and Patrón!

By Greer Wylder

July 22, 2022

Celebrate National Tequila Day at 3rd Base LA on Sunday, July 24 from 1-5 p.m.! In partnership with Patrón, 3rd Base will be offering exciting giveaways and fun photo ops for guests. Patrón will be onsite at 3rd Base with a custom Patrón Bike that is powered to make margaritas as you pedal. Guests can take turns on the bike for the unique experience of blending their own Patrón margarita. Guests can also choose to order the shareable Patrón Margarita Tree.The tree features four brightly colored margarita flavors (strawberry, prickly pear, passion fruit, and Dodger blue) displayed on a large “tree” for the table. The drink order is…

Japanese-American Wagyu Burger Restaurant Opens

By Greer Wylder

July 20, 2022

A high-quality, fast-casual Wagyu burger concept, Ojai Burger, is celebrating its Grand Opening and debut in Old Towne Orange on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at noon. The concept is a rebrand of a popular Ojai, CA establishment, Yume Japanese Burger Cafe, and will be the first of its kind in Orange County, offering a menu of burgers, fries, dessert waffles, milkshakes, and more at 238 W Chapman Ave #100, one block from Orange Plaza’s central pedestrian hub.To celebrate the highly-anticipated Grand Opening, the first 100 guests in line at noon will receive a FREE Burger or Sandwich of their choice. Additionally,…

Lido House Hotel Introduces All-New Culinary Programming

By Greer Wylder

July 18, 2022

Lido House, Marriott’s boutique Autograph Collection hotel on the Balboa Peninsula, enters into summer with all-new culinary programming. To celebrate their busiest season, Executive Chef-Partner Riley Huddleston has introduced a reinvigorated culinary program, complete with new menus across each of the boutique hotel’s dining outlets, including The Mayor’s Table, Topside Roof Deck, Crew Coffee & Cremerie, and its pool.At Mayor’s Table, named for its location at the former site of the city’s town hall, Huddleston highlights the vibrant flavors of seasonal ingredients. Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, the menus for summer showcase seasonality through artfully plated dishes. Lunchtime offerings draw…

O SEA Celebrates the Season with New Modern Coastal Dishes

By Greer Wylder

July 15, 2022

O SEA, in the Historic District of Orange, debuted its new Summer Menu that marries bold, global flavor profiles with high-quality seafood. You’ll also find sweet corn and peaches grilled to bring out their vibrant flavors, and watermelon in multiple preparations to highlight its culinary versatility. Now available on O SEA’s Summer Lunch and Dinner Menu are:WILD FIJIAN ALBACORE TUNA POKE — watermelon, jicama, avocado, and habanero oil with taro chipsGRILLED WILD SPANISH OCTOPUS — in the style of 'esquites' with grilled summer sweet corn, creamy adobo, cilantro pesto, and cotija cheeseMEXICALI PLATE — choice of market protein with re-roasted summer sweet corn, cilantro pesto, pickled onions,…