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Graze Craze Expands to Costa Mesa with Charcuterie Boards & Boxes

By Greer Wylder

March 16, 2025

Graze Craze has opened a second Orange County location in Costa Mesa, joining its first spot in Laguna Hills. Known for its charcuterie boards, Graze Craze offers a variety of themed options, including Gone Grazy, Keto, Vegegrazian, and Sweet & Grazey—all customizable to suit any occasion. Choose from a range of sizes, from single servings and picnic boxes to party boards and large grazing tables.As a leader in the grazing trend, Graze Craze provides an artful and convenient way to cater events big or small. Whether it’s an intimate date night, a birthday party, a business luncheon, or a wedding…

Late-Night Happy Hour Arrives at KIN Izakaya

By Greer Wylder

March 16, 2025

KIN Izakaya, the modern Japanese eatery from Kei Concepts, has launched a Late-Night Happy Hour, available Sunday through Thursday from 8 to 10 p.m. The menu features izakaya-inspired small plates, premium cocktails, and ice-cold beer in a lively setting.Guests can enjoy crudos like Hokkaido Scallop and Truffle Salmon, yakitori skewers, and comforting bowls of ramen, including Original Gyu-Tonkotsu and Tom Kha Chashu. Shareable favorites like Chicken Karaage, Takoyaki, and Corn Cheese round out the offerings, with prices ranging from $8 to $12.Drinks include the citrusy Yuzu Fizz, Green Tea Highball, and Soju in strawberry, lychee, or yogurt flavors. A Sapporo…

Executive Chef Jeffrey Boullt Unveils Flavor-Packed New Dinner Menu at SOCIAL Kitchen + Craft Bar

By Greer Wylder

March 13, 2025

SOCIAL Kitchen + Craft Bar in Costa Mesa has a fresh new dinner menu from Executive Chef Jeffrey Boullt, bringing bold, smoky flavors and elevated comfort food to the table. Known for his Southern influence and creative approach, Chef Boullt has put his signature spin on classic favorites with seasonal ingredients and unexpected twists.The new menu is built for sharing, starting with hickory-smoked Sticky Ribs lacquered in a hoisin dynamite sauce, blending Kansas City BBQ with a Southern kick. The Fritto Misto is a crispy mix of calamari, shrimp, olives, and shishito peppers served with Meyer lemon aioli, while Brussels…

St. Patrick’s Day Beer Garden at Pendry Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

March 10, 2025

Pendry Newport Beach’s Tree Shack Pool Bar & Grill transforms into a lively beer garden festival March 15-17 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy beer tastings from local breweries, a specialty Irish menu, lawn games, a cigar lounge, and live music on March 17.Tree Shack offers a poolside dining experience with a Baja-inspired menu featuring fresh salads, house-made guacamole, layered tacos, and locally sourced vegetables, alongside signature cocktails.690 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach(949) 688-8001

Deli Nerds Brings High-Quality, Clean Eating to Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

March 09, 2025

Deli Nerds, a woman-owned fast-casual restaurant in Costa Mesa, is making clean, high-quality meals more accessible to the community. The menu features gourmet sliders, fresh wraps, and hearty salads, all crafted with grass-fed meats, farmers’ market produce, and house-made sauces—without inflammatory seed oils. Beyond serving food, Deli Nerds is creating a gathering space and offering catering for corporate and social events.Born out of necessity during the COVID era, Deli Nerds was founded on the idea that convenience shouldn’t come at the expense of quality. With home cooking becoming a daily challenge and takeout options often lacking in nutrition, the need…