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RA SUSHI PRESENTS SIXTH ANNUAL NICKY’S WEEK MAY 30-JUNE 5 at RA Sushi in Huntington Beach and Tustin
May 30, 2010 to June 5, 2010
Scottsdale-based RA Sushi Bar Restaurant will host its sixth annual Nicky’s Week fundraiser May 30-June 5 to benefit the internationally-renowned St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All 25 RA Sushi locations, including the two Orange County loca…
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May 30, 2010 at 6pm to June 5, 2010 at 7pm
Scottsdale-based RA Sushi Bar Restaurant will host its sixth annual Nicky’s Week fundraiser May 30-June 5 to benefit the internationally-renowned St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All 25 RA Sushi locations, including the two Orange County loca…
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RA SUSHI PRESENTS SIXTH ANNUAL NICKY’S WEEK MAY 30-JUNE 5 at RA Sushi in Huntington Beach and Tustin
May 30, 2010 to June 5, 2010
RA Sushi presents its sixth annual Nicky’s Week fundraiser. All proceeds from the sale of special Nicky’s Week menu items will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Scottsdale-based RA Sushi Bar Restaurant will host its sixth annual Nicky’…
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Robert Zuetell of Mood for Food went to Go Green Expo on Jan 24th to hear Brett Conrad of Longboard Capital fund speak of Sustainable Social investment. In my quest to funding my eco-centric quick conscious gourmet hot dog brand UBERDOGZ where the…
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Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of eating. It is a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members that link the pleasure of clean fair local food with a commitment to community and the environment.
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Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of eating. It is a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members around the world that links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment.
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The new Garden-Fresh Salads include customer's choice of grilled chicken tenders, fried chicken...

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TOP 5 EASY WAYS TO GREEN YOUR OPERATIONS IN 2010

By Jenny Ross

1)Go Paperless: With the expansion of the internet and free software available now for all types of social marketing many businesses are going paperless in the back-office as a way to reduce their carbon imprint and save on f… Continue

Posted by OCRA on January 25, 2010 at 1:30pm

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Taste of the Nation Orange County

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100% of ticket sales help ensure no kid in America grows up hungry.

Save the date! Friday, April 23, 2010 at the Island Hotel in Fashion Island

In 2010, we plan to top last year’s success! On Friday, May 1, 2009 Orange County’s leading chefs and restaurants gathered for Share Our… Continue

Posted by OCRA on January 20, 2010 at 3:52pm

Rich Manning

Another Case for Eating Like a Traveler, Not a Tourist

Anthony Bourdain once came up with the most succinct, poignant tip I have ever heard in regards to getting out of town for an excursion: When on vacation, the No Reservations host and guru of globetrotting implores everyone to “be a traveler, and not a tourist.” Indeed, important words from a man who certainly knows and lives of what he speaks. And these are words that, sadly, I am convinced are not heeded by a hefty chunk of the populace when they embark on a getaway, and it seems especially st… Continue

Posted by Rich Manning on January 19, 2010 at 11:30pm

Christine van Rooy

Design Trends 2010

It’s a New Year and with it brings new products, new trends and new designs. What do we have to look forward to in 2010?


Price Conscious


The interior design industry underwent some serious changes in 2009. With the recession

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Posted by Christine van Rooy on January 6, 2010 at 1:00am

Bianca Avila

Looking for a restaurant manager ASAP

Hi OC,
Avila's El Ranchito in Newport Beach & Corona del Mar is looking for a qualified and experienced manager. Responsibilies would include scheduling shifts, managing servers, bartenders and bussers during lunch and dinner shifts, maintaining sales goals, etc. Please pass this on to anyone you think would be qualified for this position.
For more information, please email avilaer@aol.com. To apply, email resume to avilaer@aol.com

Thank you!

Posted by Bianca Avila on January 10, 2010 at 8:14pm — 2 Comments

Gina Mims

Restaurant Week Stimulates The Economy & Tourism

MAYOR BLOOMBERG DISCUSSES NEW YORK CITY'S TOURISM SUCCESS IN 2009
"Even as the national economy continues to struggle, here's a piece of great news for our city to kick off the new year: For the first time in two decades, New York City is now the most popular tourist destination in the country.

http://media-newswire.com/release_1110002.html

This is a post from Mayor Bloomberg embrassing Restaurant Week and Dining Even… Continue

Posted by Gina Mims on January 13, 2010 at 10:00am

Gina Mims

New Year’s Restaurant Marketing Makeover

As the New Years resolutions begin, all intentions are good - I will loose weight, save money, get more business, but all is just a nice idea without a plan. In all of these situations the objectives are the same if you want to succeed.
1. Don’t complicate the process. Fad diets don’t work if they are too complex, your marketing is the same.
2. Find something that works for you.
3. Make Time & Allocate a Budget. This is the biggest block causing failure of reaching one’s… Continue

Posted by Gina Mims on January 4, 2010 at 11:02am

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Posted by OCRA on December 31, 2009 at 4:26pm

Rich Manning

Resolutions for the Foodie

The New Year is nigh upon us, which obviously means a cavalcade of well-intentioned resolutions are sure to be leaping out of the mouths of family, friends, or even you. In years past, I have not been much of a practitioner of such annual declarations, primarily because of my immense rate of personal failure with them when I have attempted these reaches at betterment. But instead of feeling sad or disappointed by falling short, I take comfort in the fact that most other people with noble January… Continue

Posted by Rich Manning on December 29, 2009 at 10:31pm

Orange County Restaurant Reviews

Cha Cha’s Brings New Life to Old Mexico

By Rich Manning

When you hear the phrase “Mexican restaurant,” what initially comes to mind? Chances are, your bean is instantly populated with thoughts of buildings laid heavy with faux crumbling adobe, archways, and other amenities designed to mimic something from days of yore (or in Orange County’s case, days of Yorba).… Continue

Posted by Orange County Restaurant Reviews on December 14, 2009 at 10:12am

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O’Charley’s posts positive guest counts

While consumer pressures tied to the recession pushed fourth-quarter sales into negative territory at the three chains of O’Charley’s Inc., its namesake brand and Stoney River Legendary Steaks chain posted their first year-to-year traffic increases in more than three years.

Restaurants ready deals, ads for Super Bowl

Through promotions, events, ad campaigns and deals, restaurants have laid a game plan to intercept their share of Super Bowl XLIV food sales.

Guide names 30 'most important' restaurants

Thomas Keller's French Laundry and Per Se restaurants topped this year's list of the "30 Most Important Restaurants in the United States," according to online guide Opinionated About Dining.

Craig Miller to run for Congress

Industry veteran Craig S. Miller said Thursday he plans to run for a congressional seat in central Florida. He will run on the Republican ticket against Rep. Suzanne Kosmas, a first-term Democrat.

Beard Foundation names America's Classics

The James Beard Foundation has selected Mary & Tito’s Café in Albuquerque, N.M., and four other restaurants as this year’s America’s Classics honorees.

CPK adds lower-priced small plates

Following a growing trend in casual dining, California Pizza Kitchen has debuted a new “Small Cravings” menu featuring smaller dishes at a lower price range.

Elevation Burger to expand overseas

Elevation Burger, the five-unit chain specializing in organic burgers and fries cooked in olive oil, signed its first international franchise deal and plans to expand into the Middle East later this year.

Boston Market looks to build lunch sales

Boston Market is aiming for bigger midday sales as it begins testing several lunch-focused menu items, including sandwiches, salads, fried foods and a “flavor bar” of different sauces and salsas.

A look at restaurants' Super Bowl ads

The Super Bowl is one of the most important advertising days of the year, and several restaurant companies, including Denny's and Taco Bell, paid as much as $3 million to air commercials during this year's game. An expert discusses the restaurant industry's hits and misses.

Shakey's appoints two executives

Shakey’s USA has created two new management positions as part of an ongoing plan to grow the 56-year-old pizza chain.
 
 

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Orange County Restaurant Reviews by Rich Manning. Restaurant reviews are featured also on OCfoodies.com

Cha Cha’s Brings New Life to Old Mexico

By Rich Manning

When you hear the phrase “Mexican restaurant,” what initially comes to mind? Chances are, your bean is instantly populated with thoughts of buildings laid heavy with faux crumbling adobe, archways, and other amenities designed to mimic something from days of yore (or in Orange County’s case, days of Yorba).…

Don the Beachcomber by Rich Manning

The Polynesian motif has managed to cultivate a somewhat maligned reputation over the years in the food and drink scene. Once a proud beacon of trendy coolness, the setting designed to bring the wonders of the Pacific to the mainland have garnered a perception of forgettable food ma…

Haven Gastropub by Rich Manning

Last week, a friend and I were having a discussion about experiencing great food while we happily consumed fish tacos. After sharing a tale with me about how this particular chocolatier in New York City has permanently cast other chocolates in a lesser light, he confessed that his love for this cocoa-infused art led him to realize that he would gladly experience the best type of food the world has to offer, then spend the rest of his days in anger over the fact that the globe cannot offer anythi…

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