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The Bungalow Long Beach Celebrates its Grand Opening

By Greer Wylder

May 01, 2023

Hospitality veteran Brent Bolthouse is excited to unveil his latest venture, The Bungalow Long Beach, in May. The Bungalow, which already has locations in Santa Monica and Huntington Beach, will bring its signature energy and sense of community to Long Beach.The Grand Opening event on May 13 promises to be unforgettable, with a rare all-vinyl DJ set from Anderson .Paak, the three-time Grammy Award-winner. Guests can sip on specialty cocktails from .Paak's own SelvaRey Rum while they dance the night away.Before the grand opening, there will be a soft-opening preview weekend from May 5-7, where guests can get a taste…

Pendry Hotels & Resorts to Open The Elwood Club, a Modern Members Club in Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

April 28, 2023

Pendry Hotels & Resorts, known for its luxurious hospitality offerings, is set to introduce a new members club, The Elwood Club, in late summer 2023. The Elwood Club will be located within its own private wing at the Pendry Newport Beach, a landmark hospitality asset in the heart of Fashion Island that was purchased by Eagle Four Partners, LLC in February 2022.The Elwood Club will offer an array of original venues and exceptional experiences in music, art, travel, fashion, food, drink, wellness, and sport. Members will have access to a private restaurant and bar with a garden terrace, a glamorous…

Farmhouse Presents New Spring Cocktails, Continues Swig for Selflessness Charity Program

By Greer Wylder

April 28, 2023

Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens welcomes spring with a new cocktail menu courtesy of lead bartender Corey Levine and his team. The seasonal sips join the weekly Swig for Selflessness offering which features a new cocktail each week and benefits a local charity with 50 percent of proceeds donated.Highlighting the season's freshest produce gathered during Owner & Executive Chef Rich Mead’s weekly trips to the Santa Monica Farmers Market, Corey Levine's seasonally inspired menu toasts to springtime with the most vibrant flavors of the moment utilizing ingredients from local farmers.The three refreshing new cocktails are named after favorite songs by Lenny…

VIEW Restaurant & Lounge Launches Sunday Brunch

By Greer Wylder

April 28, 2023

VIEW Restaurant & Lounge at the recently debuted VEA Newport Beach—which is coming up on its one-year anniversary in June—announces the launch of its weekly Sunday brunch, with a curated menu of champagne specials and new cocktail creations paired with breakfast and lunch favorites, served from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. VIEW is a spacious, all-day restaurant and lounge that sits at the heart of the hotel, connected to a lanai with fire pits by collapsible glass doors that seamlessly blend indoors and out. Featuring coastal Californian cuisine with a cosmopolitan perspective, VIEW welcomes guests to enjoy cozy but elegant seating with…

Paseo 17: A Hidden Gem in the Heart of Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

April 26, 2023

If you're looking for a vibrant gathering place that offers a diverse mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants, look no further than Paseo 17. Formerly known as Plaza Sereno, this hidden gem is tucked away behind Spanish-style architecture, complete with terra cotta tiles, lush greenery, and a serene water feature.Located at 243 East 17th Street in the heart of Costa Mesa, Paseo 17 is owned and managed by Burnham Ward Properties, who recently underwent an extensive remodel to create a fresh and classic look for the property while maintaining its Spanish roots and old Costa Mesa charm.Paseo 17 is home…