SoCal Restaurant Show March 8, 2025 Hour 1

“The Upland Irish Festival returns March 14th thru 15th. It’s a weekend of family-friendly fun where Irish celebrations are brought to Upland! This community-driven event is back for its second year under the management of Soundskilz and will provide SoCal residents with a diverse array of food, music and fun. The festival is an immersive experience for the whole family. Guests will experience live musical entertainment featuring various popular cover-band acts such as Stevie Nicks Illusion, LA Vation (U2 Tribute) and more, as well as live DJs and dancing. Visitors can also satisfy their taste buds at various appealing food booths serving up plenty of both savory and sweet delights, along with a selection of refreshing drinks. Those in attendance can also explore the marketplace, showcasing numerous retail vendors offering a range of unique goods. Plus bar tours, axe throwing, mini wrestling, games for all ages, a dedicated kids zone, and more!” Assisting us in getting our Irish on are Producer Steve Clayton and food goddess Sarah Madriz of Soundskilz.“The Lido Theater, Newport Beach’s recently restored Art Deco movie landmark, has released its March 2025 film lineup, presenting a specially curated selection of classic comedies, Hollywood icons, sports favorites and more. Each week introduces a new theme, inviting audiences to rediscover beloved films in the grandeur of one of Southern California’s most historic movie theaters. “March at The Lido is packed with some of the most entertaining films ever made, from the comedic genius of Mel Brooks to the timeless elegance of Audrey Hepburn and legendary sports films,” said Joseph “McG” Nichol, filmmaker and managing partner of River Jetty Restaurant Group, which operates The Lido Theater. “We’re excited to bring these beloved stories back to the big screen in a setting that truly honors their legacy.”” Joseph “McG” Nichol, filmmaker and Managing Partner of River Jetty Restaurant Group, the operator of The Lido Theater, joins us.“Ojai Mountain Winery represents a new era of High-Altitude Wines. The estate is farmed regeneratively at 2,800 feet above sea-level in Ojai, California. The winemaking team is led by distinguished Winemaker Erich Bradley and Viticulturist Phil Coturri. Ojai Mountain’s singular purpose is to produce exceptional wines that pay tribute to the distinct flavors of high-altitude grapes, while minimizing intervention to allow their unique terroir to truly shine. Ojai Mountain, where nature, craftsmanship and passion converge to create extraordinary wines. OjaiMountainEstate.com | IG: @OjaiMountain” Winemaker Erich Bradley and Proprietress Olga Chernov join us to pull the cork on all that is Ojai Mountain Winery.