“It’s the perfect balance of numerous flavors that instead of competing, blend together for a sensory experience.” —Jeremy Saenz, Owner of The American Dream
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The Dudes’ Brewing Company is as chill as their name. Offering a laid-back environment and several Dudes’ beers on tap, this familyowned craft brewery specializes in innovative approaches to classic beer. They even offer fun events like weekly trivia nights, monthly comedy shows, or Yoga and Beer mornings. “A must have is our CalifornIPA,” said President and Founder of The Dudes’ Brewing Company, Toby “The Dude” Humes. “It’s a perfectly balanced West Coast IPA that will appeal to casual beer drinkers and craft beer fanatics alike.” Another brew to try is the Double Trunk American Double/Imperial IPA.
Mahogany Smoked Meats has been serving premium jerky since 1922, and its rich history shows in their meats. Smoked long and deep with mahogany logs, the top quality jerky is available in preservative-free beef, turkey, elk, and bison and come in fantastic flavors like Habanero, Sweet n’ Spicy, Chipotle Bourbon, and more. The Sweet n’ Spicy Brisket is made from thin slices of brisket, which are marinated with honey, soy sauce, pepper, and Tabasco sauce. The strips are then cut again before cooking. “This unique process and flavorful marinade create the perfect chewy texture and flavor,” says Owner Brandon Mojarro.
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CHOCOLATE DIPPED POPSICLE The delightful diagonally dipped chocolate popsicles at Popbar have become something of an icon in Orange County and it’s not hard to see why. The frozen treats are delicious, made in-house with fresh ingredients and no preservatives, and are so darn fun! Popsicle connoisseurs can choose from an array of vibrant popsicle flavors, then mix and match between five types of dipping sauces and seven different toppings. “It’s an unlimited combination you can choose from,” says owner Jacky Chan. The dipping happens right at the bar with extra flourish, and the result is nothing short of delicious artwork on a stick. POPBAR 714.369.8212 www.pop-bar.com
THE DUDES’ BREWING COMPANY 714.461.4111 www.thedudesbrew.com
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MAHOGANY SMOKED MEATS 714.374.2399 www.smokedmeats.com
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PROSCIUTTO BURRATA BURGER The welcoming atmosphere of The American Dream is as fun and fresh as the burgers they produce. The must-have order here is the delightfully savory Prosciutto Burrata Burger. Made with a chuck brisket patty, oven roasted tomatoes, house-made garlic aioli, pesto, arugula, and of course, burrata cheese and sliced prosciutto; it’s a truly inspiring combination of rich and bitter. “It’s the perfect balance of numerous flavors that instead of competing, blend together for a sensory experience,” says owner Jeremy Saenz. The burger is immensely popular, but it also holds a special meaning, as it was invented by Saenz’s “better half” Samantha Razo. THE AMERICAN DREAM 714.374.1330 www.theamericandreamhb.com