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Lea Jane’s Hot Chicken Opens at SteelCraft Bellflower

By Greer Wylder

January 10, 2022

SteelCraft Bellflower, an outdoor urban eatery built using repurposed shipping containers with additional locations in Long Beach and Garden Grove, just added Lea Jane’s Hot Chicken to its impressive roster of eateries. “We are so excited to introduce the Bellflower community to the delicious menu at Lea Jane’s Hot Chicken,” shared Kim Gros, founder of SteelCraft. “Locals come to SteelCraft to try the latest and greatest in foodie culture, and we know that Lea Jane’s will not disappoint.”It’s the first Lea Jane’s Hot Chicken to open in California. Managing Partner Johnny Hoang opened the first Lea Jane’s Hot Chicken location in…

Where to Find Veggie-Forward Dishes in LA/OC

By Greer Wylder

January 07, 2022

Have you made a New Year resolution that involves eating healthier? If you’re among those who are trying to eat more veggies in 2022, you’re in luck. Here’s a variety of vegetable-forward dishes from several beloved Mexican-inspired restaurants in the LA/OC area. Solita | Valencia and Huntington BeachSolita celebrates great Mexican food, dynamic margaritas, and Southern California’s laid-back lifestyle, encompassing true summer vibes. Here’s a sampling of Solita’s offerings, including their popular Street Tacos:Guacamole Solita – served in old school in a fried tortilla bowl with mango, serrano, tomato, onion, and cilantroCali Elote Taco – grilled corn, black beans, chipotle sauce,…

Mutt’s Eastbluff Introduces Duo of Daily Happy Hours and Taco & Trivia Tuesdays

By Greer Wylder

January 05, 2022

Since its opening in Spring 2021, Mutt’s Eastbluff has quickly become a Newport Beach hotspot loved by locals for its welcoming atmosphere, larger-than-life Schooners of beer, and eclectic-yet-approachable American cuisine. Now, the Eastbluff eatery gives locals something to celebrate every night of the week with Taco & Trivia Tuesday and a duo of daily happy hours.As residents of Eastbluff themselves, husband-and-wife owners Alex and Meghan Murray created Mutt’s to serve as a central gathering place for their community, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a family-friendly, convivial atmosphere. With the introduction of weekly events and nightly specials, the couple continues…

Seasonal HARD SELTZER SLUSHIES

By Greer Wylder

December 23, 2021

SoCal's award-winning Bearded Tang Brewery has a fun slate of seasonal HARD SELTZER SLUSHIES to celebrate the holiday season. Craft beer fans can find a different holiday slushie each day through the month with fun flavors such as Cranberry Sauce, Blitzenberry Crush (Blackberry Lemonade), Coco Spice & Everything Nice (Chai Spice Mocha), Snickerdoodle, Reinbeer (Root Beer), and more! Bearded Tang Brewery is located inside Rodeo 39 Public Market at 12885 Beach Blvd., in Stanton.

OC Baking Company’s Christmas Eve Pop-Up!

By Greer Wylder

December 20, 2021

Christmas Eve is extra special at Dean Kim’s Pop-Up at OC Baking Co. in Orange. It’s your chance to pick up some of the best bread on the planet as well as some other special treats such as Chef Mike from Bracken’s Kitchen’s amazing Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding with Caramel Glaze. It’s to die for. You can order ahead here to make the pick-up easy.Open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, December 24.Please bring your own BAGS, CASH, and MASKS! Remember, masks are required to enter the bakery.One more thing! Please be courteous to their neighbor and PARK…