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NOBLE Wine & Dine Weekend Returns to Newport Beach April 12–13

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2025

NOBLEMAN Magazine founders Doug and Lydia McLaughlin present the third annual NOBLE Wine & Dine Weekend, returning April 12–13, 2025, to the Pendry Newport Beach. This two-day culinary celebration brings together world-class chefs, premium wines, and star power—set against the coastal beauty of Newport Beach.This year’s event will honor legendary chef Wolfgang Puck as NOBLEMAN Magazine’s “Chef of the Year.” He’ll lead a roster of top culinary talent including Riley Huddleston (The Mayor’s Table at Lido House), Jessica Roy (608 Dahlia), and Ben Martinek (Pendry Newport Beach) in a weekend of elevated dining experiences. Guests can also enjoy over 11…

SAJJ Mediterranean Rolls Out New “Mediterranean Refresh” Menu in Irvine

By Greer Wylder

April 04, 2025

Spring brings change, and SAJJ Mediterranean is embracing it with a fresh new menu. The Bay Area-based fast-casual concept, known for its customizable Mediterranean eats, just launched “Mediterranean Refresh”—a lineup of updated offerings available now at its Irvine location.The new menu features high-quality toppings and fresh takes on SAJJ favorites. Guests can enjoy bold additions like Greek Kalamata olives and tangy Middle Eastern pickled turnips. A standout new option is the Mediterranean Refresh Salad, made with your choice of protein, greens, beets, sumac onions, feta, balsamic vinaigrette, and those signature Kalamata olives.SAJJ has also updated its Traditional Way wraps with…

Chef’s Table Friendship Dinner Returns to Tanaka Farms – May 3, 2025

By Greer Wylder

April 01, 2025

MaxLove Project’s Chef’s Table Friendship Dinner isn’t your typical gala—it’s a night of delicious food, great wine, and even better company. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of open-flame cooking, community, and connection!Set for Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 5 p.m. at Tanaka Farms in Irvine, this one-of-a-kind dinner features a multi-course, family-style feast crafted by Chef Cathy McKnight and a dream team of local chefs, known as Team Green. Think gourmet cooking under the stars with ingredients harvested from the farm just steps away.The evening starts with appetizers, cocktails, and live music as you take in the breathtaking views…

Puesto Welcomes Spring With Seasonal Dishes From Creative Chef Raul Casillas

By Greer Wylder

March 31, 2025

Puesto is welcoming spring with new seasonal menu additions from Creative Chef Raul Casillas, available now at all three Orange County locations in Anaheim and Irvine. A beloved family-owned brand with eight restaurants and three stadium locations across California, Puesto’s latest chapter includes a refreshed culinary direction led by Chef Casillas, who brings decades of experience and a deep love for regional Mexican cuisine and culture.Casillas, who joined Puesto in January 2025, has cooked in Michelin-starred kitchens including L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Las Vegas and Valle in Oceanside, led by James Beard nominee Roberto Alcocer. His spring creations spotlight…

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Saijo, a New Japanese Dining Experience, Opens in Culver City

By Greer Wylder

March 30, 2025

From the team behind JINYA Ramen Bar and Robata, JINYA Holdings is introducing its latest concept — Saijo, a 24-seat counter-style restaurant specializing in hand rolls (temaki) and grilled skewers (kushiyaki) — opening April 2 in Culver City. Founder and CEO Tomo Takahashi was inspired by his time in Saijo City, Japan — home to a historic JINYA (a small castle) and Saijo High School, where he studied. The new concept brings together two signature elements of Japanese cuisine: freshly prepared temaki and flavorful kushiyaki.Saijo’s hand rolls feature high-quality sushi ingredients, while its kushiyaki menu highlights expertly grilled meats and seafood.…