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Parkers’ Lighthouse Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Monthly Throwback Menu Items

By Greer Wylder

August 18, 2024

Parkers' Lighthouse, a premier waterfront dining destination in Long Beach's vibrant Shoreline Village, is celebrating its 40th anniversary with the introduction of new throwback menu items each month.Established in 1984 with a focus on fresh grilled fish, Parkers' Lighthouse has been a Long Beach staple for four decades, offering an unparalleled dining experience with breathtaking views of the Queen Mary and the Long Beach skyline. Known for its fresh seafood, innovative dishes, and exceptional service, the restaurant underwent significant renovations in 1999 and 2010, transforming its atmosphere and expanding the menu to include a variety of culinary offerings beyond seafood.…

Hungry Games 7.0: A Culinary Showdown for a Cause

By Greer Wylder

August 18, 2024

Join Bracken’s Kitchen for an exciting evening of fierce competition between renowned local chefs, where attendees have the opportunity to act as judges! Guests can look forward to beautiful dishes, small bites, sweets, beer, wine, live music, and excellent auction items. Mark your calendars for the Hungry Games 7.0 event, benefiting neighbors in need.Date: September 12thTime: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM ishLocation: 13941 Nautilus Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92843This annual fundraiser will be hosted at Bracken’s Kitchen commercial kitchen in Garden Grove on Thursday, September 12th, 2024, with doors opening at 5:30 PM. Popular local chefs will compete for the…

Mayor’s Table Unveils Mid-Summer Menu of Tableside Offerings

By Greer Wylder

August 15, 2024

Mayor's Table, the signature restaurant of Lido House Hotel in Newport Beach, has introduced a new summer dinner menu featuring experiential and tableside offerings. This update represents the most significant menu change since the restaurant's launch in 2018. The revamped menu, crafted by Chef-Partner Riley Huddleston, Executive Chef Jonathan de la Cruz, and Chef de Cuisine Nicholas Escobar, showcases a bold take on reimagined American cuisine with a focus on responsibly sourced produce from local fishermen and farmers.The menu includes innovative shareable starters such as an elegant OC Onion Dip served with housemade pillow bread, and Petrossian Caviar Service featuring sherry-roasted…

Two Nights of Unforgettable Jazz with the John Pizzarelli Quartet

By Greer Wylder

August 15, 2024

Get ready for a memorable evening as Grammy Award winner John Pizzarelli and his trio returns for their 11th spectacular appearance at the Sunset Jazz Series at Bistango Restaurant in Irvine on August 20 and 21.The Boston Globe praises Pizzarelli's vocals and guitar playing for "reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz." A celebrated bandleader and solo artist, Pizzarelli has recorded with artists such as Natalie Cole, Kristin Chenoweth, Rosemary Clooney, Ruby Braff, and Buddy DeFranco. His television appearances include The Tonight Show, Conan, David Letterman, and other popular shows. Recognized as one of the foremost contemporary interpreters of…

Warehouse 72 Modern Bistro + Bar Opens in Irvine

By Greer Wylder

August 15, 2024

Warehouse 72 Modern Bistro + Bar, a new upscale modern American restaurant just opened at the renovated Hyatt Regency Irvine. Reservations are available through OpenTable, with a Grand Opening celebration planned for mid-September.Founded by Orange County native and restaurateur Doug Pak, Warehouse 72 offers an elevated dining experience focused on modern art, design, and American cuisine. The 6,200-square-foot indoor-outdoor dining space features a unique 30-foot LED digital art installation.Executive Chef Jaime Salazar's seasonal food and beverage program emphasizes fresh, simple ingredients from vetted partners like Jidori Chicken and Salmon Creek Farms. The menu includes gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options, with…