We are just under a month away from OC Weekly’s festive frolic known as Summer Fest, presented by Cox Business. It’s about that time when we remind our loyal Forkers of looming ticket increases ($10 higher starting July 5). And if you didn’t already know, the receiving charity for our event is the stylish Krochet Kids. Between the bands and beach, the only thing left to discuss is who’s serving what. Look no further than our master list below.
Beverage samples from the likes of:
Angel City Brewery
Anheuser Busch
Aperol
Aquafina
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Buckshot Bourbon
Corona
Diablo
Espolon Tequila
Evan’s Brewing Co.
Knee Deep Brewing
Lagunitas Brewing Co.
Latitude 323 Brewing
Newport Brew Co.
Sambazon
Sapporo
Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Unsung Brewing Co.
Full size versions of your favorite sips will be available for purchase. Oh, and then there’s the food! We got a hearty luxe lonchera lineup ready for your paying orders. Our illustrious group includes Falasophy, Burger Monster, California Grill Truck, Piaggio On Wheels, Sweet Lou’s BBQ and Haole Boys Shave Ice. Mini bites from The Halal Guys, Krave Jerky and Sambazon will also also be on hand.
Those going the VIP route will enjoy the best of both worlds. The private cocktail lounge will feature pours from Macallans Public House, Nekter Juice Bar, Tavern + Bowl, The Hub and the return of Royal Hawaiian in Laguna Beach. Their food spread includes loving spoonfuls of Gelato Paradiso, plus our Taco Throwdown competitors: Borracho Tacos, Urbana, The Fifth, Tacolized and TLT Food.
Secure your tickets now, so all that’s left to do is buy sunscreen and a new pair of sandals. See you there!
A contributing writer for OC Weekly, Anne Marie freelances for multiple online and print publications, and guest judges for culinary competitions. A Bay Area transplant, she graduated with a degree in Hospitality Management from Cal Poly Pomona. Find her on Instagram as brekkiefan.