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Better Buzz Coffee Roasters Debuts in Costa Mesa with Grand Opening Celebration

By Greer Wylder

October 10, 2024

Better Buzz, a San Diego-based small-batch coffee roaster and café, is opening its first Costa Mesa location today, Friday, October 11th, and inviting the local community to explore everything the new café has to offer.Better Buzz delivers a premium coffee experience with a wide selection of handcrafted coffee, espresso, and tea drinks, along with smoothies, newly launched energy drinks, made-to-order food, and more. Known for specialty drinks like the Best Drink Ever®—a classic Americano infused with their signature creamy vanilla—the Costa Mesa location will also feature fresh pastries from local bakery Bakers Kneaded.To mark the occasion, Better Buzz will host…

Renaissance ClubSport Hotel & Fitness Resort Completes Renovations

By Greer Wylder

October 08, 2024

Renaissance ClubSport, Aliso Viejo’s premier hotel and fitness resort, proudly announces the complete renovation of its 174 rooms. Serving the Aliso Viejo and Laguna Beach areas, this unique destination has become a favorite for business travelers, families, leisure seekers, and wellness enthusiasts.The latest renovations span the entire property, which includes a 4-star hotel and a 100,000-square-foot fitness resort, fully modernized in 2022. Drawing inspiration from the nearby Laguna Beach coastline, every room and suite has been redesigned with a fresh coastal vibe, featuring updated décor, modern bathroom fixtures, wallpaper, and curtains.Renaissance ClubSport continues to cater to both casual and business…

Pop Pie Co. Celebrates 8th Anniversary with Exclusive Chef Collaborations and Special Giveaways

By Greer Wylder

October 02, 2024

Costa Mesa's Pop Pie Co. will celebrate the 8th anniversary of its first store on Tuesday, October 8th, with special one-day anniversary pies created in collaboration with San Diego chefs. Originally opened in San Diego, Pop Pie Co., an all-day pie shop, has expanded to four locations, including Costa Mesa, which opened in 2019. Known for Executive Chef Gan Suebsarakham's acclaimed all-butter crusts, the pies are filled with globally inspired sweet and savory ingredients, drawing influences from Australia, Asia, and Europe.October 8 holds special significance for owners and married couple Steven Torres and Chef Gan Suebsarakham. The business opened on…

Celebrate National Taco Day at Puesto with Golden Ticket Giveaways and Exclusive Specials!

By Greer Wylder

September 30, 2024

Celebrate National Taco Day on Friday, October 4, with Puesto Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar, where guests can win a coveted Puesto Golden Ticket, redeemable for a $50 gift card! A Golden Ticket will be randomly attached to three-taco plates ordered for dine-in. This year, Puesto also offers a Rose Gold Ticket, which includes a $50 gift card and a private chef-led cooking class for two with a custom apron.The promotion runs all day at all Puesto locations while supplies last. Guests must order a three-taco plate served on handmade, organic, non-GMO blue corn tortillas. Add to your celebration with…

Market Broiler Celebrates 35th Anniversary with Exclusive Tasting Dinners

By Greer Wylder

September 23, 2024

Market Broiler restaurants across California are marking their 35th anniversary with a special series of five-course prix-fixe tasting dinners, led by Executive Chef Robin Higa. These dinners highlight the restaurant’s commitment to affordable, sustainable seafood.Founded in 1989 by Rodney K. Couch, Market Broiler was inspired by California’s iconic seafood markets and has since expanded to seven locations, including Ontario, Huntington Beach, Orange, Simi Valley, Fremont, and Torrance.The anniversary dinners kick off in Huntington Beach on Thursday, September 26, and feature wine and cocktail pairings by sommelier Emma Lyall. Priced at $99 per guest, the event requires advanced reservations due to…