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krave asian fusion
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re a t your self . It’s okay to indulge once in a while and this Eat+Drink issue focuses on just that thought. From a party box of sliders to a lavish Sunday brunch, whichever kind of fare you fancy, you’ll find it in here. Our readers (like you!) count on us to find the best eats in Orange County and Long Beach. As you flip through the pages of this issue, feast your eyes upon decadent dishes, mouth-watering plates and satisfy-your-cravings desserts. Here at OC Weekly, we hope that we can make you proud! In celebration of this issue, join us at Decadence - Orange County’s largest foodie soiree. Now in its 14th year, our ultimate tasting event is headed back to Hotel Irvine on Friday, September 29th, 2017 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (6 p.m. for VIP). While enjoying an evening of music, entertainment and modern ambiance, treat your taste buds to over 30 food vendors, plating on-site, sampling unlimited bites for you to devour. Sample sips of some of the best liquor, soft drinks and juices from local and national brands, along with signature cocktails from a few of the most established and well-known restaurants in Orange County and Long Beach. This is an event not to be missed! Our Decadence lineup is proving to be one of the best yet! We’re proud to announce that our participating restaurants include Burgerim, Five Crowns, Texas de Brazil, Cucina Enoteca, Old Vine Café and many more! Our sponsors are thrilled to partner with us as ticket proceeds benefit the fight against breast cancer for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Foundation. Decadence is a celebration of self-indulgence and is sure to satisfy any sweet or savory tooth. Please note that this is a 21+ event. Buy tickets early, we will sell out! For more information visit ocdecadence.com.
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SATISFY YOUR CRAVINGS
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NOWN FOR TH EIR FLAVOR fo cu se d menu, Krave Asian Fusion has become a favorite in Southern California. Although spelled with a “K”, owner Will Chen, designed a krave-worthy menu that will entice and delight the taste buds. Tucked away near the bustling intersection of Main Street and Jamboree Road in Irvine, Krave shines like a beacon of foodie delight. The main draw is the Korean Fried Chicken. The double-fry technique makes this chicken addictively crispy, tender, and juicy–winning them OC Weekly’s Best Deep Fried Dish category in 2016. There are other amazing dishes to choose
from like Bibimbap (Korean hot stone rice bowl topped with seasoned vegetables, marinated ribeye and egg), the Salmon Avocado Salad (Persian cucumber, tobiko, crab stick, and pea sprouts) and the Garlic Noodles which came in at #82 on OC Weekly’s 100 Favorite Dishes of 2016. The Kogi Quesadilla (grilled flour tortilla stuffed with marinated ribeye, scallions and jalapenos) is another crowd favorite, along with their massive plate of Loaded Kogi fries. Topped with sriracha cheese sauce, marinated ribeye, scallions and jalapenos, it comes at no surprise that it made OC Weekly’s list of “10 Great Loaded Fries in OC” earlier this year!
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