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UPDATE: 4/5/17 – It was brought to our attention that reasons for The Ritz closing went further than we imagined. According to feedback received, the landlord demanded over double the original rent after things started to look up for the restaurant. This led to their eventual closure. ORIGINAL POST: 4/4/17 AT 7:23 A.M. In the …
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In California, there’s a deep connection between bona-fide scientific research and the policy decisions that directly affect our coastline. The recently released “The State of the California South Coast”—a 60-page, full-color report compiled by ocean scientists from data collected by pros and amateurs—details the baseline condition of the state’s 5-year-old Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) from …
Macaroni and cheese is about as iconic in American comfort cuisine as hamburgers and apple pie. Its versatility surpasses most dishes, with seemingly endless pasta and dairy options to choose from. We think beyond the blue box to provide you with 10 melty varieties that can be considered entire meals on their own. Beachwood BBQBeer …
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Speak has killed the local independent hip-hop scene in SoCal for at least the last 5 years with a charming and larger than life persona that emanates from his physical presence down to his music. After relocating to Mexico City nearly two years ago, the rapper has recently found himself in a surge of artistic …
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The American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California sent a letter Monday to the Orange County Board of Supervisors alleging violations of the state’s open meeting law and the U.S. Constitution due to the board policy of “severely limiting public comment at meetings.” “County Counsel has received the letter and is reviewing its contents,” says …
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Add to the list of national brands opening up shop in OC is CAVA, a Mediterranean-esque full-service chain originally from Washington, D.C. Dive into their mezze eats with a build-your-own grain bowl that begins with a base of fluffy basmati rice or earthy black lentils. From there, the combination of layers are a Rubik’s Cube …
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After being caught caught on camera eating what totally looked like edibles, insulting a paraplegic and ransacking the dispensary— Jorge Arroyo, Nicole Lynn Quijas and Brandon Matthew Sontag were fired and charged with petty theft. Sontag racked up an additional vandalism charge for destroying surveillance equipment inside the dispensary. The Weekly learned weeks ago that Sontag …
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Bluegold in Huntington Beach’s Pacific City isn’t just one restaurant. Technically, it’s two. There’s a restaurant within a restaurant called LSXO, which lies beyond a second set of double doors to the right of Bluegold’s kitchen. But for now, I’m focusing on Bluegold itself, which already feels as if it’s four restaurants in itself. The …
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That was quick. After causing an uproar with a column that trashed immigrants and psycho-fellated cops, then having to grin and bear it as lawyers walked out of his inauguration ceremony, Orange County Bar Association (OCBA) president Michael Baroni issued a full-fledged apology to the county’s lawyers earlier this week. “I’m sorry,” he stated succinctly …
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Ever notice how many “haunting” new tracks exist?! “Haunting” has become the go-to descriptor for everything – from slow, melodic electronic beats layered with indecipherable hipster countertenor vocals; to female soloists offset by a dreary piano; to brooding, nasally vocals harmonized with synths and baritone guitar. Here’s how rampant “haunting new track” appears online (“haunting …
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This Saturday’s barbeque competition at Newport Dunes will be so hot, it’ll temporarily melt away that winter chill. Attendees can expect $10 general admission, with BBQ tastes going for a buck a ticket. For options like unlimited beer ($35) and a BBQ & beer tasting ($50 online), folks need only inquire at www.newportbeachbbqcompetition.com. Also included: samples, …
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Twice a month, legendary bartender/chef/restaurant insider Dave Mau pops by Stick A Fork In It to chime in about a random OC food or drink musing of his choice. Enjoy!! A long time ago, and in a flawed but near perfect world, there existed an epic restaurant: El Poche Cafe, on Mission Boulevard in San …
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