Known as the Buick Discovery Tour, the event was well attended by foodies and car lovers alike. There may have been some disagreement between the two camps on what the highlight of the event was – the superstar chefs or the cars – but everyone still enjoyed themselves.

For the car lovers, the draw was the chance to get behind the wheel of one of Buick’s latest creations. Among the stunning vehicles that looked like works of art next to the equally beautiful St. Regis were the LaCrosse, the Enclave, and – the one I got to drive – the Buick Regal.

Along with stretching the legs of a brand spanking new car on Pacific Coast Highway, the foodies were excited about tasting food prepared by celebrity chefs Ben Roche of Moto in Chicago and Josiah Citrin chef/owner of Mélisse in Santa Monica.

The big name on the ticket, though was celebrity chef, Ming Tsai. He headlined the event with a demonstration on his now classic east-meets-west recipes and techniques. You may know him from his various apperanaces on Food Network and his current show, Simply Ming on PBS.

First up from Chef Ming was chicken chow mein. It featured thick, hearty noodles with green peppers, carrots, and a blanched chicken.

Chef Min Tsai's Chicken Chow Mein.

Next up was a sweet and sour pork served over rice. The treat with this one was its exclusivity: only six servings were prepared by Chef Ming himself. Everyone got to try the chicken chow mein but only a few lucky folks from the audience would get a chance to try the pork. To get in, audience members had to answer a question with facts from the Buick test drive and cooking demonstrations earlier in the day.

I was so fortunate to get the chance to answer a question and got it right! I slooooowly answered the question – recite the six S’s of wine tasting – to make sure I got it right: See, Swirl, Smell, Sip, Savor, and Spit…or Swallow!

Having answered the question correctly, I scored a bowl of the prized sweet and sour pork from Chef Ming himself. Of course, I had to take a picture.

Chef Ming Tsai hands me a dish of his Sweet and Sour Pork.

Buick is continuing their Discovery test drive events and partnership with Food+Wine magazine. They’ll be coming to SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills this weekend (January 21-22). While the same chefs might not be cooking, I’m sure the food will be just as delicious. Oh, and the cars will be there to drive too!

* I was invited to this event by representatives of Buick. Buick Discovery Tour events are free and open to the public. However, registration via their website or at the event is required to attend and participate.

Here are a few of the things the South Bay Foodies have planned. Maybe we’ll see you there. If you’re wearing a mask, maybe we won’t! Whatever the case, we want treats and not tricks.

Happy Halloween!

Halloween Extravaganza at South Bay Pavilion, Carson

South Bay Pavilion kicks off this fun-filled weekend with a pumpkin carving contest on Saturday. Bring you’re A-Game though; first prize is $150! The party continues on Sunday with face painting and trick or treating in the mall starting at 3 PM.

I hope I can grow my curl out in time!

You might want to break out your Jerhi Curl and zipper jacket for the finale. At 4 PM on Sunday, they’re having a Thriller Flash Mob! I can’t wait to see those ghouls and goblins swaying back and forth Thriller style! Follow the link below for the flyer with all the details or follow this link to the Facebook page.

• South Bay Pavilion Halloween Extravaganza
  http://www.southbaypavilion.com/event/2145390941
  Saturday, October 29, 2PM; Sunday, October 30, 3 PM
  20700 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA, 90746

Halloween Hullabaloo at Adventureplex, Manhattan Beach

How do you entertain costume-clad kids rearing to get out and trick-or-treat? Kick off the afternoon at AdventurePlex at the Halloween Hullabaloo! Your kids can show off their costumes while playing carnival style games, running through the inflatable obstacle course, and romping in the five-level play structure, all while you relax with the free WI-FI and a snack from the Courtside Café. Hot dogs are just $1 too.

• Halloween Hullabaloo at Adventureplex
  http://adventureplex.org/news-events/publications/adventureplex-newsletter/halloween-hullabaloo
  Sunday, October 30, 2011, Noon – 4 PM
  1701 Marine Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Harvest Festival at Love and Unity Christian Fellowship, Compton

Here’s an event for folks that want to do something outside of the typical tricking and treating. This outdoor event will feature food, games, and family friendly entertainment.

• Harvest Festival at L&U Christian Fellowship
  Link to the Bulletin (PDF)
  Sunday, October 30, 5 – 8 PM
  1840 S. Wilmington Ave, Compton, CA 90220

Annual Halloween Trick or Treat at Riviera Village, Redondo Beach

Catalina Ave. will be closed to traffic from Ave. I to Palos Verdes Blvd. Shops along the way will hand out candy and treats between from 3 to 7 pm.

This is a traditional event in one of the most quaint and picturesque corners of the South Bay. There are lots of shops and restaurants to check out before and after the kiddie stuff so bring your appetite and check book. If there is a restaurant you have in mind, call ahead and make a reservation!

• Riviera Village Trick or Treat
  http://rivieravillage.org/content/view/32/53/
  Monday, October 31, 3 – 7 PM
  Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, CA

3^rd Annual Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk, Hermosa and Manhattan Beach

The South Bay’s own Skechers shoe company hosts this annual event to support education and kids with special needs. This will be the third time thousands of friends, families and businesses have joined forces to support the Skechers Foundation.

Starting in Manhattan Beach, the walk follows The Strand down to Hermosa Beach and wraps back to the Manhattan Beach pier. Along the way there’s plenty of fun and entertainment to keep walkers motivated.

If you’re not walking (you can register here), there’s still plenty of time to donate; follow this link to do that.

After the walk, make sure you hang around for the pumpkin races!

• Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk
  https://www.skechersfriendshipwalk.com
  Sunday, October 30, 8 AM – Noon
  Manhattan Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach, CA

21st Annual World Famous Pumpkin Race Festival, Manhattan Beach

This full blown riot is a huge party that’s all about family fun. On the surface, it might look like people rolling pumpkins down a hill. But it’s so much more than that!

Handcrafted Pumpkin Racecars racing side-by-side in unpredictable and dramatic style! Families and friends race for fun and the coveted Championship Trophy. Prizes are awarded for Best of Show, Best Team Spirit, and Best Crash. Check out these photos and videos photos and videos and see why.

Racers all over the South Bay have been tweaking their pumpkin-mobiles for weeks in anticipation of this event. If you want to join in the fun, get to the races early; kits may be on sale just before the event.

Racing pumpkins; It might be the next great American sport!

There will be a food court and plenty of fun and games for the entire family. Just make sure you watch out for the Cheater Cheater Pumpkin Eater!

• Pumpkin Race Festival
  http://www.pumpkinrace.com
  Sunday, October 30, Noon – 6:30 PM
  Manhattan Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach, CA

And Even More!

My list is far from complete. Here are a couple other resources to tap into for Halloween fun.

• For a long list of family friendly events, the list at Redondo Beach Patch is extensive.
  http://redondobeach.patch.com/articles/plan-a-south-bay-halloween

• For the grown and sexy, check out the list of parties going on at local bars and clubs at South Bay Events.
  http://www.southbayevents.com/events/halloween-south-bay.asp

South Bay Food Festival

This Saturday, the Home Depot Center in Carson will be ground zero for all things Food Truck. The South Bay Food Festval is bringing in food trucks, live entertainment, contests, and more for your enjoyment.

Scheduled to show are the Me So Hungry Truck, Nom Nom truck, Fry Smith, and many, many more. Only $10 to enter plus free parking. For more information check out the South Bay Food Fest website. Be there!

If you need another reason to go, you’ll be glad to know that a portion of the proceeds from this event go to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Carson.

• The South Bay Food Fest
  http://www.sobayfoodfest.com
  Saturday, October 15, 2011, 1 – 7 PM (General Admission)
  18400 Avalon Blvd, Carson CA 90746 (Map)

3rd Annual Charity Poker/Casino Night Benefiting the Hermosa Beach Ed Foundation

The Hermosa Beach firefighters are putting on a Poker and Casino Night to raise funds for local education. Along with high stakes action for the high rollers, there will also be a silent auction and more for non-gamblers. The event takes place at Sangria Restaurant on the Hermosa Beach Pier.

• Hermosa Beach Firefighters Charity Poker/Casino Night
  http://hbfirefighters.org/events
  Saturday, Oct 15, 2011, 5:30 PM
  Sangria Restaurant, 68 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach (Map)

Pool Side Oktober Beer Appreciation Night at Four Points LAX

Known as “The Beer Hotel” for their lobby brew-pub, the Sheraton Four Points LAX is combining Oktoberfest activities with a Californian setting. Check out their profile on Beer Advocate for more info on Brewster’s, which has been serving locals and guests of the hotel for 11 years.

This Friday night join beer fans at the pool bar for:

• German beers on draft (Hacker-Pschorr Oktoberfest, Hofbrau Oktoberfestbier, and Weihenstephaner Festbier)
• six different bottled beers (Schienkerla Rauchbier, Weihenstephaner Vitus, Schneider Aventinus, Bitburger, Sunner Kolsch, and Köstritzer Schwarzbier)
• And $7 plates with three types of sausages including Wiesswurst, Boerwurst and Bratwurst served with purple cabbage, potato salad, and mustard.

For live updates follow them on Twitter: @FourPointsLAX.

• Oktober Beer Appreciation Night – Poolside Fest
  http://www.fourpointslax.com/BestBrews
  Friday, October 14, 6:30 – 9:30 PM
  Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport, 9750 Airport Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Map)

Even More Oktoberfest at Rock & Brews and Alpine Village

There’s still plenty more of October left which is fine with the folks at Rock & Brews and Apline Village; their Oktoberfest celebrations will be raging for as long as there are days left in the month.

• Oktoberfest at Alpine Village
  Fridays and Saturdays, 6 PM – Midnight, Sundays 1 – 6 PM; Now until October 23^rd
  http://www.alpinevillagecenter.com/oktoberfest
  833 West Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90502 (Map)

• Oktoberfest at Rock & Brews
  Thursday through Sunday, now until October 30^th
  http://rockandbrews.com/special-events/rocktoberfest-kickoff
  143 Main Street, El Segundo, CA 90245 (Map)

Here’s are a few events we’ll be checking out this weekend. See you there!

Get a Taste of the Pier in Redondo Beach.

2^nd Annual Taste of the Pier, Redondo Beach

This two day event gives you a chance to sample a little bit of everything the Redondo Beach Pier has to offer. Its free to stroll the pier and just $1 per tasting ticket. During last year’s inaugural event, items were one or two tickets for a sample. Money aside, this is also an opportunity to eat for a cause; proceeds from the event benefit the Cancer Support Community and the Redondo Beach Educational Foundation. Eat up!

• Taste of the Pier
  http://www.redondopier.com
  Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9, 2011, 12-4 PM
  100 Fishermans Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (Map)

Restaurant Week in LA, Beer Week in OC

Fixed price menus are all the rage in October. Both Los Angeles and Orange counties go all out with Restaurant Weeks and a Wine-Beer Weeks respectively.

For dineLA’s Restaurant Week, we’ve mapped out all the spots to help you find your way to some good eatin’. For details on OC Beer week (which is wrapping up this Saturday), check out their OC Wine and Beer Week website.

• dineLA’s Restaurant Week
  http://discoverlosangeles.com/restaurantweekv2
  October 2-7, and October 9-14

• OC Beer Week
  http://ocwineandbeerweek.com/OCBeerWeek.html
  October 2-8

LA Beer Week Kick Off at Naja’s Place

This one is not officially a weekend event but you might want to use Sunday to either stress or spare your liver in preparation for it.

This event is monumental LA Beer Week Kicks Off at Naja's in Redondo.

The 3^rd annual LA Beer Week festival kicks off on Monday, October 10 at Naja’s Place on the Redondo Beach Pier and Boardwalk. Hosted by Stone Brewing, this event features more than 40 beers on tap, setting the stage for another two-week-long-week with beer focused events all over LA County.

Tickets go fast for the kick off and the culminating event at Union Station so you might want to put your beer down now and get ‘em while you can! Click here for tickets to the kick off event and follow this link for tickets to the Beer Week grand finale.

• LA Beer Week Kick Off Featuring Stone Brewing
  http://labeerweek.com
  Monday, October 10, 3 – 7 PM or 8 PM – Midnight
  Naja’s Place, 154 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (Map)

Tussling with the crowds at Fiesta Hermosa.

From Memorial Day in May, until Labor Day in September, we soak up the sun and laze away the long summer days in typical Southern California fashion. We kicked off the season with a bang so we might as well go out with one!

Thank goodness for Fiesta Hermosa.

Follow this link for our overview of a past Fiesta Hermosa

Fiesta Hermosa – or the Beautiful Party, as I like to call it – is a 39 year old celebration that serves as the book ends of summer in the South Bay. This year’s occurrence starts on Friday, September 02 and wraps up on Labor Day.

Holding true to their reputation the largest craft fairs in California, this occurrence will feature more than 270 painters, photographers, ceramicists, jewelers, sculptors, and more.

Also keep an ear out for live music with a slant to old-school tribute bands. Neil Diamond, Journey, Steely Dan and more are all on deck for your listening pleasure. Follow this link for the complete schedule.

Best part about the music? At least one stage is in the Charity Beer & Wine Garden providing easy access to microbrews from the Hermosa’s own Union Cattle Company. Profits from the beer garden go to help non-profit organizations. Drink for a cause!

• Fiesta Hermosa
  http://www.fiestahermosa.com
  September 3 – 5, 10 AM – 6 PM
  Pier Ave and Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach (Map)

Los Angeles Times Food & Wine Present The Taste

Quoting their website, “The Taste is a four-day food and wine extravaganza, celebrating all things epicurean.” This event – more like collection of events – brings together top chefs, beverage makers, and foodies like you and me to do what we do best.

Better Than Other Food Events? Maybe!

I’ll be the first to admit it: this event is pricey! Each of the sub-events is $125 or more. I’m still filing this post under Cheap Eats though, because overall it’s a good deal.

Each event features unlimited tastes from at least 30 restaurants and 30 beverage vendors. Also, compared to other foodie events, this one is spaced out over days and has each event has a different focus. Find the right event for you based on your tastes buds, time of availability, and budget.

And to keep “budget” in the equation, make sure you use the promo code WEB to save 40% when you buy tickets online. That $125 ticket just got a little more affordable!

Make a Game Plan…and Wear Stretchy Pants

Spread out over four days and all over Los Angeles, there’s no way attendees can get to every single happening that makes up this belt busting event. But who says you shouldn’t try!?

Following is a breakdown of the events by day. For more details, check out The Taste events page on the LA Times website. For details on each event, follow the link behind title of the event.

Friday, September 2

• Burgers & Beer – See how Los Angeles’ most celebrated restaurants and chefs interpret what a ‘burger’ means to them.
  Beverly Hills, 9900 Wilshire Blvd., 7-10 pm, $125

• Art of Mixing – Learn the secrets behind mixing a show-stopping beverage.
  Hollywood, The Studios at Paramount, 9 pm-12 am, $125
  

Saturday, September 3

• Secrets from the Kitchen & Cellar –Check out an exclusive interview with celebrity couple Chef Ludo & Krissy Lefebvre. See what Michael Voltaggio is cooking up. Sample the latest dishes from top L.A. restaurants like Craft and Napa Valley Grille.
  Beverly Hills, 9900 Wilshire Blvd., 11 am-3 pm | $150

• Taco Tequila Tryst – Roy Choi and L.A.’s best taco artists create one-of-a-kind tacos.
  Hollywood, The Studios at Paramount | 7-10pm | $125
  

Sunday, September 4

• Fashion Bites Brunch – Los Angeles’ hottest brunch spots will serve up signature dishes alongside free-flowing Bloody Marys, Bellinis and mimosas.
  Beverly Hills, Rodeo Dr. | 10 am-2 pm | $150

• Street Eats – Cooking demos and panel discussion (and food too) focusing on featured restaurants in Hollywood, Downtown, Chinatown, gourmet food trucks, and more.
  Hollywood, The Studios at Paramount | 4-8pm | $150

• Desserts After Dark – Duff Goldman and acclaimed pastry chefs will showcase the most sinful sweets L.A. has to offer.
  Beverly Hills, Rodeo Dr. | 8-11 pm | $150

• Food Noir – Los Angeles’ most celebrated restaurants and chefs serve up ‘noir’ inspired dishes, wine and spirits. pop into the iconic Orpheum Theatre to enjoy classic Warner Bros. cartoons, vintage newsreels and trailers for legendary movies from Hitchcock, DeMille and more.
  Downtown, Broadway between 8th and 9th | 8 pm-12 am | $125
  

Monday, September 5

• Picnic in the Hills – Kids (14 and under) get in free with admission to this one! Hosted by Food Network star, Giada De Laurentiis, enjoy amazing chef creations, as well as fun kid and family-focused events.
  Beverly Hills, 9900 Wilshire Blvd. | 12-4pm | $150

Are you going to The Taste!? Leave a comment below to let me know. Maybe I’ll see you at one of the events. If I do, the drinks are on me!

That just means we have to take these next few weekends and party like the summer is going out of style.  Here are a few things the South Bay Foodies are tracking for the weekend.  Maybe we will see you there!

First Annual Long Beach BMX & Skate Park Jam and Contest at Houghton Park

X-Games fans will appreciate this local taste of high energy skating and biking.  Here’s a chance to check out up and coming talent from around the South Bay and Long Beach.  Kids can also get free lessons and tips from local pros.  Details below, quoted from Inside District 9!

High Enery Skating and BMX Biking Come to Long Beach!

(Quoted from Inside Distric 9) “Councilmember Steven Neal and ASK Long Beach invite you to the first annual “Long Beach BMX Skate Park Jam and Contest at Houghton Skate Park.” The Skate Jam will highlight local Long Beach skateboarders as they compete for prizes.”

“Event co-sponsors include the Tony Hawk Foundation, Etnies and Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine. Long Beach Firefighters Association, Local 372, will provide hot dogs and refreshments. Skate Dogs Skateboarding Company will also provide skateboarding lessons for kids from Noon until 1 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis.”

“The BMX and skateboarding competition begins at 1:30pm. Sign up for the competition begins at 10am. Any proceeds raised by the Skate Jam are dedicated to the repair and refurbishing of the Houghton Skate Park and mural.”

• First Annual Long Beach BMX & Skate Park Jam and Contest
  http://www.insidedistrict9.com
  Saturday, August 20, 10 AM – 5 PM
  6301 Myrtle Ave, Long Beach (Map)

Italian Festival at Power Fiat Grand Opening in Hawthorne

The cute, little cares from Italy are coming back and Power Fiat is celebrating with an Italian Festival.  See the details below in a quote from the Daily Breeze Online.  They’re right across the street from Costco so get your big box shopping done and then go get some gelato!

Partecipare alla festa! I mean, Join the party!, at the Grand Opening of Power Fiat in Hawthorne.

(Quoted from The Daily Breeze)  “An Italian-themed festival will mark the return of the Fiat automotive line of Italian-made cars to the United States and the South Bay from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at Power Fiat, 14700 Hindry Ave., Hawthorne. The grand opening celebration will feature live music, entertainment, free face painting, gelato, and Italian and American cuisine provided by Valentino’s Pizza, Rosa’s Bella Cucina and Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs.”

“Power Fiat is presenting the festival in cooperation with the Hollywood Chapter of the Sons of Italy, UNICO Los Angeles, the city of Hawthorne and Gold’s Gym.”

• Power Fiat Grand Opening and Italian Festival
  Saturday, August 20, 10 AM – 6 PM
  14700 Hindry Ave, Hawthorne, CA (Map)

Hermosa Beach Pier Concert Series Featuring “Hellogoodbye”

How appropriate!  The last show of the Hermosa Beach Pier Concert Series is headlined by a group call Hellogoodbye.  Hello, Autumn.  Goodbye, Summer!

(Quoted from South Bay Events)  “Somehow, summer is already winding down in the South Bay, which is a little depressing. Don’t let it go quietly and make sure you catch the 4th and final Hermosa Beach Concert on the Beach. This Sunday, August 21, Hellogoodbye will be performing on a stage just south of the Hermosa Pier for free!”

“Hellogoodbye provides high-energy emo/punk/indie rock that aways gets the crowd going. With an opening act by local artist Justin Hopkins, this promises to be a great way to wind down the weekend and the summer.”

• Hermosa Beach Pier Summer Concert Featuring Hellogoodbye
  Sunday, August 21, 5:30 – 8:30 PM
  Hermosa Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach (Map)

Taste in San Pedro! August 5-7.

This event, billed as “San Pedro’s finest hometown festival” features more than 30 restaurants, wineries, breweries, artists, merchants and live musicians at a quaint seaside setting.

Spanning the entire weekend, admission is just $10 each day and includes free parking, admission, and plenty of great live music.  Seniors and Military get a $5 discount while Kids 9 and under get in free.

All food and beverages sold at the event are purchased with Taste Tickets that are $1 each.  Online ticket sales have ended so just show up and get your tix at the event.

Follow this link for a list of all the participating restaurants and vendors along with what they’ll be serving and how many tickets you’ll need.  Beverage vendors will be on hand with cold wines and beers including the the local favorite, San Pedro Brewing Company.

For more details on parking and entertainment, check out the Taste in San Pedro Website.

Taste in San Pedro

http://www.tasteinsanpedro.com

Friday, 8/5, 6-10PM
Saturday, 8/6, 12-9PM
Sunday, 8/7, 12-7PM

Event Location:
Harbor Blvd. Promenade between 1st St. and 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731 (Map)

Free Parking:
Cruise Terminal Lots at Berths 91-93 (Entrance Swinford at Harbor Blvd)

That’s not going to stop me and the other South Bay Foodies from enjoying another SoCal summer weekend.  This one has plenty to choose from.

Here are a few of the events we will be checking out.  Maybe we will see you there!

Navy Week Comes to the Port of Los Angeles

All this week, four Navy vessels have made the Port of Los Angeles their home.  Navy Week — held in conjunction with the 2011 X-Games — brings the first aircraft carrier to dock in LA in more than 20 years.

This weekend Navy ships -- including the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln -- will be docking in the Port of Los Angels for the first time in 20 years.

The highlight of the event is the opportunity to tour each vessel for a close up look.  Be warned, though, the turn-out for this event has been phenomenal and wait times (especially for the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln) are two hours or more.

Follow the links below for details on tours, parking, and more!
http://www.portoflosangeles.org/pdf/Navy_Week_LA-Flier_Final.pdf
http://www.portoflosangeles.org/pdf/Navy_Days_Parking_Map_Public.pdf
http://www.navyweek.org/losangeles2011

Navy Week in the Port of Los Angeles
Saturday, July 30 10AM – 5 PM; Sunday, July 31, 10 AM – 4 PM

International Surf Fest

Surfers, and Lifeguards, and volleyball? Oh my!  The beaches of Manhattan and Hermosa will be invaded this weekend (not to be associated with Navy Week) as the 2011 International Surf Festival takes place in the South Bay.  Competitors from all over the world will paddle, swim, and bump/set/spike to be the best of the best in their sport.

A popular portion of the festival has returned:  The Charlie Saikley “Six Man”  Volleyball Tournament (link goes to Facebook).  Teams of men and women — often dressed in outlandish costumes, or next to nothing in some cases — play volleyball while posing for the thrill of spectators.  While Manhattan Beach police and officials have vowed to keep this event wholesome, know in advance that the 6 Man Tournament has a history of not being very family friendly!

International Surf Festival
Friday, July 29 – Sunday, July 31
http://www.surffestival.org

Chocolate The Event

Chocolate lovers will find their dream event this weekend in Anaheim.  Chocolate the Event promises to be a “myriad of epicurean and chocolate delicacies to tantalize and delight the palate”.

You can see their website for details….I’m not going to even try!  Just imagine chocolate….everything!  Wine, coffee, and other gourmet dishes will be available to sample along with the good stuff.

The event is free with attendees purchasing tickets to sample the chocolate cuisine throughout the venue along Center Street Promenade in Downtown Anaheim, CA.

Need a sweeter deal?  The event is is a fund-raising effort for charities benefiting at-risk youth and children throughout the region. You’ll be eating for a cause!

Chocolate The Event
Saturday, July 30, 10 AM – 10 PM
http://chocolatetheevent.com

Music, beer, and the beach come together this Saturday at the Liquid Aloha Music Festival.

Taking place at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, the event spreads five bands out over six hours giving ale and lager afficiandos plenty of time to get through the lines at concessions without missing any of the show.

Admission to the event is just $15 and 16oz Kona beers will be going for $5, making the cost of the event worth the drive down to OC.  BYO beach blanket but outside food and beverages will not be permitted.

For tickets and more information, check out the Liquid Aloha Website.

Liquid Aloha Music Festival
Saturday, July 23, 3-9 PM
http://www.liquidalohafest.com/oc.htm