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Former Social Distortion Drummer Dishes at his Rockin’ Long Beach Restaurant Featuring Live Music

By Greer Wylder

July 29, 2021

The Pike Restaurant & Bar, the iconic Long Beach dining destination and watering hole owned by Chris Reece, former drummer for Social Distortion, is rockin’ the city once again with its line-up of good food, creative cocktails, and live entertainment. “It’s like the band is back together,” said Reece, who in 2002 transformed a rundown diner into a sought-after restaurant and music venue. “Most of my staff, many of whom have been here for years, are back working at The Pike. The kitchen is humming, the bar is abuzz and we’re continuing to fill the calendar with nightly entertainment. Things are…

Legendary Thai Cuisine Lives on at Spicy Sugar in Long Beach

By Greer Wylder

July 27, 2021

Spicy Sugar, a favorite Thai dining destination located in the Alamitos Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, is now open Tuesday through Sunday for in-person dining with lunch offered from 11 a.m - 3 p.m. and dinner served 4 -11 p.m. Guests can also order take-out and delivery. Located in an unassuming storefront on Broadway Avenue, Chef-owner Sugar Sungkamee and her staff offer an array of authentic Thai dishes made with fresh ingredients from family recipes that her father, the legendary Chef Suthiporn “Tui” Sungkamee, brought with him when he immigrated to the United States.Among Spicy Sugar’s signature dishes are Tom Kha…

SteelCraft Garden Grove Summer Culture Series

By Greer Wylder

July 21, 2021

The first installment of SteelCraft Garden Grove’s first-ever Summer Culture Series is coming up this Saturday, July 24 from 12-8 p.m. This event will celebrate AAPI culture and its deep roots in Garden Grove by highlighting various leaders, artisans, culinary talents, and performers from the AAPI community. Activities include a kid-friendly craft booth hosted by FilAm Arts, special Asian-inspired dishes from SteelCraft eateries, traditional and modern dance performances, live music, and more. Guests will also enjoy supporting AAPI makers and shopping goods from various pop-ups from AAPI-owned small businesses. Some of the eateries at SteelCraft will also be featuring exclusive Asian-inspired menu items…

SOCO + THE OC MIX WELCOMES NEW TENANTS

By Greer Wylder

July 20, 2021

Good news for avid shoppers, beauty gurus, and foodies alike – SOCO and The OC Mix is welcoming five exciting new shops and restaurants to their mix of tenants.The center has announced the addition of H. Alora, the latest luxury mattress concept showroom; Whimsical Charm, a luxury baby boutique selling one-of-a-kind robes, soft blankets, and swaddles; The G Bar, a beauty studio specializing in eyelash extensions and semi-permanent makeup; Butcher’s House Brasserie, a brand-new eatery blending modern and traditional French style cuisines; and Poggenpohl, the oldest kitchen brand in the world specializing in kitchen cabinets, which has opened inside the BoConcept showroom.H.…

Scenic Rooftop Restaurant Brings Spanish-Inspired Culinary Experience to OC

By Greer Wylder

July 08, 2021

For those who aren’t ready for or able to enjoy international travel, but still want a taste of Spain this summer, Blu SkyBar at Radisson Blu Anaheim brings authentic Spanish cuisine to the Southern California culinary community. The 12th story rooftop restaurant has recently received rave reviews from acclaimed OC Register critic, Brad Johnson, who applauded the restaurant as “the best restaurant to open in Anaheim in years” throwing down the gauntlet for Spanish cuisine in OC. The restaurant features a menu of Spanish favorites from the region’s Basque Country created by Executive Chef Edgar Beas, complemented by a robust wine and craft cocktail list. Beas draws his culinary inspiration from Spain’s…