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SOS Announces 29th Annual SOS Wild & Crazy Taco Night

By Greer Wylder

May 15, 2022

Share Our Selves (SOS) is excited to announce the in-person return of the 29th Annual Wild & Crazy Taco Night on Thursday, May 19 at Plaza Pacifica at the OC Fair & Event Center. After two years of canceled or modified events, this event promises to be as wild and crazy as ever! SOS is gathering a team of talented and generous chefs from around Orange County who will serve sensational food to over 600 foodies and philanthropists for what has become a distinct signature fundraising event consisting of unique tacos, craft beer, and margaritas.Over the years, the creative chefs have…

Emmitt’s Las Vegas Announces Head Chef Rainer Schwarz

By Greer Wylder

May 15, 2022

Orange County’s award-winning Chef Rainer Schwarz was just named as the head chef of Emmitt’s Las Vegas restaurant and venue. Combining his unique Austrian roots with his classical training, Chef Rainer will be sure to bring his Southern California expertise to the Entertainment Capital of the World.“I am beyond thrilled to join Emmitt’s team in creating a world-renowned destination for all things food and beverage,” said Chef Rainer. “We are in the process of creating a menu that is sure to reach flavor perfection, showcasing a delicious array of seasonal ingredients.”Chef Rainer is currently the executive chef for three restaurants…

Chef-Driven Gourmet Breakfast Eatery Opens in Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

May 13, 2022

OEB Breakfast Co., a popular North American breakfast concept just opened its very first California restaurant in Newport Beach at Westcliff Plaza. The newest restaurant joins 13 existing locations – one in Arizona and 12 in Canada. OEB Master Developers, Walid Daoud and Antoine Daoud of Newport Breakfast Concepts LLC, are planning to expand the concept to Irvine and other regions throughout California in the coming years.OEB’s creative menu takes guests on a culinary adventure, starring mouth watering creations like the Gold Digga Breakfast Bowl with duck fat fried potatoes and brown butter hollandaise, the French Toast Trifle with lemon curd…

626 Night Market OC is Back

By Greer Wylder

May 11, 2022

626 Night Market is back at OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa on May 13-15. Friday, 4-11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, 1-11 p.m. The iconic Californian festival features 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music, and entertainment attractions in an epic event that appeals to all ages. Come happier and hungrier together with friends and family for the biggest reunion of the summer!88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa.

Sushi Roku & Segerstrom Center Partner on Tootsie-inspired Specials

By Greer Wylder

May 11, 2022

Sushi Roku and Segerstrom Center for the Arts have teamed up to highlight Tootsie-inspired specials to promote the hilarious Tony Award-winning musical, which comes to Orange County later this month. From May 12 to June 12, Sushi Roku at Fashion Island will offer a special Tootsie Roll and Tootsie Pop cocktail to highlight the laugh-out-loud musical. Those who order the special roll or cocktail may enter to win a pair of tickets to see Tootsie at Segerstrom Center (guests will receive an entry form at the time of purchase to be entered to win; one pair of tickets will be awarded each week for the first three weeks…