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Tous les Jours Goes Green with Matcha & Green Tea Products

By Greer Wylder

April 26, 2023

TOUS les JOURS, a French-Asian bakery café chain offering more than 300 artisan pastries, gourmet cakes, and desserts baked in-store daily, just launched its new “Go Green!” collection, which includes two new beverages, a beverage add-on, two breads, and a new pastry. Featuring beloved flavors like matcha and green tea, the “Go Green!” collection is making it deliciously simple for TOUS les JOURS (TLJ) customers throughout the country to enjoy green beverages and treats.Derived from the same plant, green tea and matcha have a similar flavor profile. However, green tea tends to be lighter and delicate whereas matcha is richer…

Paseo 17: A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

April 26, 2023

If you're looking for a vibrant gathering place that offers a diverse mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants, look no further than Paseo 17. Formerly known as Plaza Sereno, this hidden gem is tucked away behind Spanish-style architecture, complete with terra cotta tiles, lush greenery, and a serene water feature.Located at 243 East 17th Street in the heart of Costa Mesa, Paseo 17 is owned and managed by Burnham Ward Properties, who recently underwent an extensive remodel to create a fresh and classic look for the property while maintaining its Spanish roots and old Costa Mesa charm.Paseo 17 is home…

Butcher’s House Brasserie Expands Brunch

By Greer Wylder

April 24, 2023

Butcher’s House, the acclaimed modern brasserie, announces the expansion of its brunch hours and the launch of a new brunch menu. Chef-Owner Jeoffrey Offer presents a thoughtfully curated selection of classic and contemporary dishes that highlight the antique craft of butchery and the essence of French cuisine.Butcher’s House will now offer brunch Friday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Guests can indulge in bottomless mimosas for $18 while enjoying the sunny courtyard-facing patio overlooking SoCo’s central fountain, a perfect setting for a relaxing brunch.“With warmer weather on the horizon for spring and summer, we’ve seen an increase in…

Wild Strawberry Celebrates Its Second Location in Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

April 21, 2023

For the past 12 years, Wild Strawberry Cafe in Newport Beach has been a locals' favorite European-style café in the Newport Center neighborhood. Now, owners Natasha and Alex will celebrate the opening of their second location, in the Fashion Island area at 610 Newport Center Drive. On Tuesday, April 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. stop by the Wild Strawberry Kiosk and enjoy complimentary food, coffee, gift certificates, games, and music by Jerome Dean. “The timing is perfect to open a second location,” Natasha said. “The energy, good, vibes, the partnership, and location are just what I was looking for.”…

Margarita Crawl Returns April 23-29

By Greer Wylder

April 20, 2023

SoCal’s favorite cocktail event, Margarita Crawl, will return Sunday, April 23 through Saturday, April 29. Presented by Tequila Herradura, the weeklong event will take place at participating restaurants throughout the region to celebrate the margarita, considered to be the most popular cocktail in America.“The Margarita is a noble cocktail that balances tangy, salty, and sweet to create something special, and during this week, restaurants will utilize Herradura and their own flair to create unique, noteworthy libations,” said Pamela Waitt, president of the Orange County Restaurant Association, which produces Margarita Crawl. “This is the perfect opportunity for diners throughout the southland to explore restaurants, sip margaritas and…