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Stonefire Grill Supports Wildfire Relief with Meal Donations and Fundraising Match

By Greer Wylder

January 29, 2025

Stonefire Grill, a beloved Southern California restaurant group with 13 locations across Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, and San Bernardino counties, is stepping up to support those affected by the recent wildfires. The restaurant will match donations up to $10,000 collectively, with all proceeds benefiting the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region through Round It Up America, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit facilitating charitable contributions.To encourage community participation, anyone who makes an in-person donation at Stonefire Grill on February 3—National Carrot Cake Day—will receive a voucher for a free slice of its incredible carrot cake.Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Stonefire Grill is…

Celebrate Lunar New Year with Incredible Dining Experiences at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

January 29, 2025

Ring in the Year of the Snake with symbolic dishes, festive cocktails, and exclusive dining experiences at South Coast Plaza’s renowned restaurants. From special prix fixe menus to creative collaborations and limited-time offerings, here’s where to celebrate:TERRACE BY MIX MIXChef Ross Pangilinan presents a three-course prix fixe menu with Asian fusion flavors, available through February 9 for $60 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity).First Course: Crab & Shrimp Toast with brioche, herbs, spicy aioli, sesame seeds, and Asian vinaigrette or Pork Belly Bao Buns with hoisin, Korean chili cucumber, and chives.Main Course: Chilean Seabass with soy ginger chicken broth,…

Ospi Costa Mesa Brings Southern Italian Flavors to Orange County

By Greer Wylder

January 27, 2025

Chef Jackson Kalb, known from Top Chef Season 19, has expanded his Memento Mori Hospitality group to Orange County with the opening of Ospi Costa Mesa at Paseo 17—a newly reimagined upscale center at East 17th Street and Westminster in Costa Mesa. Opened last month, this marks Memento Mori’s first Orange County location and the second Ospi outpost.Kalb’s culinary journey started at just 13 years old as an apprentice at Melisse (2 Michelin stars) in Santa Monica. Before earning a degree from Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration, he sharpened his skills at world-class restaurants, including Joël Robuchon (3 Michelin…

Support LA: An Evening of Giving at Westwood Coast

By Greer Wylder

January 27, 2025

Westwood Coast at Triangle Square in Costa Mesa is teaming up with local realtor Holly McDonald of Compass Real Estate to host Support LA, a donation event benefiting wildfire relief efforts. Join them on Wednesday, Jan. 29, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and help make a difference.All donations collected will go to the Wilshire Rotary, and as a thank-you, every guest who brings a donation will receive a complimentary cocktail and appetizers from Westwood Coast.Requested Donation Items:New hair products for men, women, and childrenNew toiletries for teen boys and girlsNew youth undergarments (underwear, undershirts, socks, etc.)New women’s black leggings (sizes…

Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea at Knife Pleat

By Greer Wylder

January 24, 2025

Knife Pleat welcomes the Year of the Snake with a special Lunar New Year-inspired Saturday Afternoon Tea Service. Michelin-starred Chef Tony Esnault and restaurateur Yassmin Sarmadi invite guests to experience this elegant offering in the Penthouse at South Coast Plaza.Available on Saturdays, January 25, February 1, and February 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., the menu features delightful treats such as mini Mooncake, Black Sesame Ball with Mandarin Filling, Chocolate Gold Coins, and more, paired with a selection of expertly curated teas.For an elevated experience, caviar and champagne may be added to the tea service. Seating is limited, and…