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Celebrate National Quesadilla Day at Poquito Mas in Buena Park

By Greer Wylder

September 23, 2022

At Poquito Mas—translation: a little more—National Hispanic Heritage Month isn’t limited to just September. That’s because this popular taqueria celebrates the foods of Mexico every day of the year with its menu of authentic tacos, burritos, tostadas, and more. Poquito Mas will celebrate National Quesadilla Day on Sunday, September 25, by offering a choice of four quesadillas all featuring Jack and cheddar cheeses with mild green chilies and a hint of green onion all perfectly blended inside a grilled flour tortilla with a generous scoop of fresh-made guacamole. Choices include classic cheese, chicken, steak or pork priced from $8.95 to $11.95. The history…

Kai Lounge to Debut at Pacific City in Huntington Beach

By Greer Wylder

September 23, 2022

Wild Thyme Restaurant Group, known for their widely popular concepts including Shorebird, Jay Bird’s Chicken, and Molé, to name a few, will introduce a new restaurant to their roster of acclaimed eateries. Set to open soon at Pacific City in Huntington Beach, Kai Lounge presents an immersive dining experience and nightlife venue inspired by modern Japanese culture and cuisine.“As a resident of Huntington Beach myself, I’ve always wanted to open a restaurant in the community I call home,” comments Heinrich Stasiuk, CEO & founder of Wild Thyme Restaurant Group. “We designed Kai Lounge to be a transcendent experience that allows you to step from the beach into the bustling nightlife of Tokyo.”Culinary Director…

Chef-Driven Pizzas Bring New Experience to ARTISAN Café

By Greer Wylder

September 21, 2022

On the heels of celebrating its first anniversary, Fountain Valley-based ARTISAN has introduced new hand-crafted pizzas to its celebrated menu. The elevated fast-casual restaurant and café, a marriage of Orange County-born concepts, 7 Leaves Café and Crema Bakery, has gained a loyal following for its energetic and unique teas, and focused, chef-driven menu of dishes and baked goods. Now, the concept takes the same quality ingredients and attention to detail and extends it to an innovative selection of ARTISAN Café Pizza offerings.Under the watchful eye of Executive Chef Chad Urata, the inaugural class of ARTISAN Café Pizzas are a combination of classic and re-imagined flavors…

Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store Hosts Lego Fest benefitting Julian’s Lego Corner

By Greer Wylder

September 20, 2022

Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store in Newport Beach recently partnered with Julian’s Lego Corner and to culminate a month of fundraising, on Wednesday, September 28 they are celebrating Lego Fest! Come support from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. and enjoy live music and some mouthwatering pizza. Don’t forget to bring a LEGO® set to donate to the patients at CHOC. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and this event is the culmination of a fantastic month of giving. From LEGO® and cash donations to the Da Rulk Pie, they have made a difference with your support, and what better way to put a…

California Spiny Lobster Season Returning to Water Grill and King’s Fish House

By Greer Wylder

September 19, 2022

California Spiny Lobster season will soon be returning to Water Grill and King’s Fish House! Caught one at a time, by hand or in small traps in the early hours of the morning, right off our coast, this seafood lover’s delicacy is considered California’s signature seasonal dish! All of King’s Seafood’s Spiny Lobsters are sourced directly from local fishermen in San Diego and Santa Barbara, then brought to the company’s very own distribution center in Costa Mesa, where they are sorted and sent straight to King’s Seafood’s restaurants. Beginning in October, Water Grill and King’s Fish House locations are letting their fresh…