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If you haven't yet been to Riverside's highly-praised Restaurant Omakase / Bistro O, you've got 'til the end of the month to give it a try.
That's because the founders of Restaurant Omakase / Bistro O will close its doors March 31 in preparation for their new restaurant, The Salted Pig, which is projected to open in early Fall 2010.
In a press release, Brein Clements, executive chef and co-proprietor with his wife, Roryann Clements, said, "We are sad to bid farewell to Restaurant Omakase / Bistro O, our labor of love over the past four years."
"But, we are excited for the opportunity to create a whole new restaurant offering for the community, one that can be described as a casual, inviting and 'whimsical' restaurant which will offer a quirky combination of a rustic pub and upscale steakhouse in both its atmosphere and menu items."
A farewell celebration has been planned for March 24 through 31 where Chef Brein will offer customers a glimpse at some of the various snacks and appetizers he has created for The Salted Pig's diverse, internationally inspired menu. They will be offered at a special price during the restaurants regular dinner hours.
That's because the founders of Restaurant Omakase / Bistro O will close its doors March 31 in preparation for their new restaurant, The Salted Pig, which is projected to open in early Fall 2010.
In a press release, Brein Clements, executive chef and co-proprietor with his wife, Roryann Clements, said, "We are sad to bid farewell to Restaurant Omakase / Bistro O, our labor of love over the past four years."
"But, we are excited for the opportunity to create a whole new restaurant offering for the community, one that can be described as a casual, inviting and 'whimsical' restaurant which will offer a quirky combination of a rustic pub and upscale steakhouse in both its atmosphere and menu items."
A farewell celebration has been planned for March 24 through 31 where Chef Brein will offer customers a glimpse at some of the various snacks and appetizers he has created for The Salted Pig's diverse, internationally inspired menu. They will be offered at a special price during the restaurants regular dinner hours.
Continue reading Haven't yet tried Riverside's Restaurant Omakase? You better hurry!.
P.F. Chang's has always had a few items on its menu that were gluten-free. Now they have expanded their gluten-free menu.
They've got everything from an appetizer to a soup to fried rice to over a dozen entrées, including five new beef entrées.
All the items are gluten-free as prepared or have been modified to be gluten-free, and are served on distinctive plates to identify them from other items.
I can personally vouch for one of their original gluten-free items -- the flourless chocolate dome -- it's delicious!
Be aware that the gluten-free items are made in the same kitchen as items containing gluten.
Gluten-free soy sauce is also available.
Inland Empire P.F. Chang's locations include Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Chino Hills, Temecula and Rancho Mirage.
Click here to see the entire gluten-free menu.
Follow the jump to see the menu, with prices.
They've got everything from an appetizer to a soup to fried rice to over a dozen entrées, including five new beef entrées.
All the items are gluten-free as prepared or have been modified to be gluten-free, and are served on distinctive plates to identify them from other items.
I can personally vouch for one of their original gluten-free items -- the flourless chocolate dome -- it's delicious!
Be aware that the gluten-free items are made in the same kitchen as items containing gluten.
Gluten-free soy sauce is also available.
Inland Empire P.F. Chang's locations include Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Chino Hills, Temecula and Rancho Mirage.
Click here to see the entire gluten-free menu.
Follow the jump to see the menu, with prices.
Continue reading P.F. Chang's expands gluten-free menu.
Nubi Yogurt is showing "Love for Haiti" by raising funds for the Haiti relief effort today (February 15).
As a delicious incentive, customers will be getting free frozen yogurt when they donate.
Here's how it works: For a minimum donation of $1, customers will receive a special Haiti cup to fill with frozen yogurt and toppings. It's that simple.
Of course, there are restrictions: One cup per customer and the offer is not valid with any other offer.
In addition, through the end of the month, customers can purchase and sign "Love for Haiti" hearts which will be displayed in the frozen yogurt shops.
The fundraising effort kicked off yesterday with a special "buy one get one free" offer at Nubi, while fundraising partner Ono Hawaiian BBQ donated half of all Valentine's Day sales of chicken katsu and Hawaiian BBQ chicken to the effort.
At the end of the month, all funds collected will be donated to the Haitian relief effort.
You'll find Inland Empire Nubi locations in Moreno Valley, Redlands and Apple Valley. For more information, visit Nubi's "Love for Haiti" page here.
Way to go, Nubi and Ono!
As a delicious incentive, customers will be getting free frozen yogurt when they donate.Here's how it works: For a minimum donation of $1, customers will receive a special Haiti cup to fill with frozen yogurt and toppings. It's that simple.
Of course, there are restrictions: One cup per customer and the offer is not valid with any other offer.
In addition, through the end of the month, customers can purchase and sign "Love for Haiti" hearts which will be displayed in the frozen yogurt shops.
The fundraising effort kicked off yesterday with a special "buy one get one free" offer at Nubi, while fundraising partner Ono Hawaiian BBQ donated half of all Valentine's Day sales of chicken katsu and Hawaiian BBQ chicken to the effort.
At the end of the month, all funds collected will be donated to the Haitian relief effort.
You'll find Inland Empire Nubi locations in Moreno Valley, Redlands and Apple Valley. For more information, visit Nubi's "Love for Haiti" page here.
Way to go, Nubi and Ono!
Last night I had a wonderful (and inexpensive) meal at Market Broiler at the Ontario Mills mall.
I've seen the advertisement announcing 20th anniversary deals on that electronic billboard off the southbound 15 near Fourth Street, but I haven't had a chance to check them out for myself until last night.
I swear the Riverside location has been there for more than 20 years.
They have three deals that are offered every day:
Click here to see all the deals.
I've seen the advertisement announcing 20th anniversary deals on that electronic billboard off the southbound 15 near Fourth Street, but I haven't had a chance to check them out for myself until last night.
I swear the Riverside location has been there for more than 20 years.
They have three deals that are offered every day:
- Fish and chips ($7.95)
- Fresh catch of the day ($9.95)
- Snow crab platter ($9.95)
- Mondays: Design your own duo
- Tuesdays: Sirloin steak and shrimp
- Wednesdays: Caramelized salmon
- Thursdays: Triple "S" combo (Salmon, snapper and shrimp skewer)
Click here to see all the deals.
Continue reading Market Broiler still celebrating 20 years with specials.
For some people, New Year's Eve is the biggest party night of the year. Time to go all out and shake loose the dust of the old year while reveling in the anticipation of the year to come.
Some of us, however, will be working.
If you're one of those party people, you've probably had your celebration planned months ago, but in case you haven't, here's a quartet of suggestions for you.
Of course, it helps if you have a bit of spare cash left over from Christmas.
Some of us, however, will be working.
If you're one of those party people, you've probably had your celebration planned months ago, but in case you haven't, here's a quartet of suggestions for you.
Of course, it helps if you have a bit of spare cash left over from Christmas.
Continue reading No New Year's Eve plans? Here's a few suggestions.
It seems like there is a boomlet of new 7-Eleven stores opening up here in the Inland Empire.
This past Saturday (December 12), a new store in Norco (1091 Sixth St., at Corona Avenue) held a grand opening, complete with Laker Girls.
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Saturday (December 19), the new Rancho Cucamonga store at 9638 Milliken Ave. (at Fourth Street) will be celebrating their grand opening. (Hey...I just noticed that was there the other day after the Reign hockey game!)
I also noticed the other day that they are putting together a new store in Redlands, at the site of the former Enchanted Florist, 1601 W. Redlands Blvd. (at Alabama Street). Looks like that'll be ready in a couple of weeks or less.
Yep, three more reasons to say "Oh, thank heaven!"
This past Saturday (December 12), a new store in Norco (1091 Sixth St., at Corona Avenue) held a grand opening, complete with Laker Girls.
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Saturday (December 19), the new Rancho Cucamonga store at 9638 Milliken Ave. (at Fourth Street) will be celebrating their grand opening. (Hey...I just noticed that was there the other day after the Reign hockey game!)
I also noticed the other day that they are putting together a new store in Redlands, at the site of the former Enchanted Florist, 1601 W. Redlands Blvd. (at Alabama Street). Looks like that'll be ready in a couple of weeks or less.
Yep, three more reasons to say "Oh, thank heaven!"
Tonight in Norco, Bob's Big Boy got the boot.Actually, a pair of boots and a cowboy hat.
What seemed like half the town of Norco showed up to celebrate the culmination of a two-year journey for the Western-clad statue.
When the restaurant was in the planning stages in late 2007, the planning commission of "Horsetown USA" didn't think the iconic mascot was Western enough. So they requested a makeover.
The restaurant's headquarters, having complied once before by putting a Tyrolean hat on the Big Boy statue in Alpine-themed Gaylord, Mich., agreed to the change.
The restaurant opened in March of this year, but without the customized Big Boy.
The statue finally arrived late last month and the date for the big debut was chosen.
Continue reading An icon transformed: Norco's Cowboy Bob's Big Boy.
The taste of New Orleans has come to downtown Riverside.The grand opening of the Crescent Jewell Restaurant, 3597 Main St. (at Sixth Street) is set for 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday (November 5).
The restaurant had a soft opening late last month. It occupies the space formerly held by the Back Stage Restaurant.
Owner Norman Copeland previously owned and operated Bayou Seafood Grille in Rancho Mirage. He's returning to his roots, as he grew up and was a former educator in Riverside. He graduated from North High School.
The restaurant specializes in Creole/Cajun food and also offers some American dishes such as steaks, pork chops and salads.
The eatery will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. They will offer a happy hour Monday through Friday.
For more information, you can reach them at (951) 684-1001.
Question: What does Norco have that no other place in the world has?
Horses? Nope. Lots of places have horses. But you're kinda close.
The Lake Norconian Club? Well, yes...but this is a food blog.
OK, then, Starbucks Coffee? That's ridiculous. You know there's a Starbucks on practically every corner in Southern California.
Fine. I give up. Sheesh, you give up easily.
The thing that Norco has that no other place in the world has...is a Western Bob's Big Boy statue!
And Dine 909 has an exclusive sneak peek after the jump!
Horses? Nope. Lots of places have horses. But you're kinda close.
The Lake Norconian Club? Well, yes...but this is a food blog.
OK, then, Starbucks Coffee? That's ridiculous. You know there's a Starbucks on practically every corner in Southern California.
Fine. I give up. Sheesh, you give up easily.
The thing that Norco has that no other place in the world has...is a Western Bob's Big Boy statue!
And Dine 909 has an exclusive sneak peek after the jump!
Continue reading Saddle up, Dolly!.
Here are just a few random Inland Empire food-related tidbits that have landed in the Dine 909 inbox recently:
- Café y pan y más
From 2 to 6 p.m. this Sunday (October 11), the Mountain Avenue Assembly of God, Redeemer's Mission (Mision El Redentor) Spanish Assembly of God and Camino de Fe (Way of Faith) churches are hosting a "Festival del Café" (Festival of Coffee) and "Festival del Pan" (Festival of Bread) at 1951 S. Mountain Avenue (between Philadelphia and Francis streets) in South Ontario.
The celebration is free and no donations of any kind will be accepted.
On the menu: Pozole and a selection of Brazilian dishes.
Also, many community organizations and businesses will be offering free services at the event.
For more information, call the Mountain Avenue Assembly of God Church at (909) 983-4378.
Continue reading Here, there and everywhere.
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