Landmark Restaurant and Lounge Re-Opens Following Major Remodel

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Corona del Mar, CA (May 9, 2008) – Landmark Restaurant and Lounge reopened its doors May 1^st following an extensive three month remodel. Rated Four Stars by the Orange County Register, and voted Best Date Spot by AOL CityGuide, Landmark has made its mark as one of Orange County’s premier dining destinations. The renovation provides a new level of luxury and sophistication, while maintaining a casual and relaxed atmosphere. The upscale décor is complimented by a refined food and wine menu, courtesy of Executive Chef Sabre Kennedy.

The makeover, which includes the restaurant’s spacious and decidedly intimate dining rooms, lounge and outdoor patio, provides a blend of traditional and contemporary surroundings throughout. The warm atmosphere and friendly and cordial service plays host to the special emphasis placed on the food, wine and overall dining experience.

The refined menu highlights the best of contemporary causal cuisine combining new specialties with classic favorites. The offering and presentation, which adds a touch of Kennedy’s famous Island-style cooking, is sophisticated enough for a celebratory meal, but casual enough for weekday dining. “It was fantastic. It's the menu I would create if I ever opened a restaurant.” Said Orange County food critic Susan Belknapp “And the service was over-the-top sensational.”

For the convenience of event planners, the restaurant’s three separate dining rooms satisfy diverse occasions from large special events, dinner, cocktail and wine pairings. With the addition of a classic baby grand piano, the lounge now features nightly live piano entertainment. Weekend after-dinner dancing primarily reserved for dining and bottle service guests continues with great popularity.

Landmark is open for dinner daily from 5:00pm to 10:30pm. Cocktails are served until 12:30am Sunday through Thursdays and until 1:30am Friday and Saturday. Dinner reservations, as well as private party, catering and bottle service information can be obtained by calling 949.675.5556 or visiting www.landmarknewport.com. Walk-in guests are welcome, but reservations are highly recommended. Valet parking is available.

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Landmark Restaurant and Lounge Announces New Operations Manager Brian Shaw

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Corona del Mar, CA (May 1, 2008) – Landmark Restaurant and Lounge, today announced the appointment of Brian Shaw to the position of Operations Manager. With over twenty years in the business, Shaw brings solid experience and a proven track record to the position. Shaw will oversee daily restaurant and lounge operations.

“I’m thrilled to have this great opportunity,” said Shaw. “I had the pleasure of running a few fantastic places including well-known franchises, but none compare with Landmark and its genuine and neighborly appeal.”

Commenting on the appointment, Landmark proprietor Mario Marovic said, “We are pleased to have someone with Brian’s background, especially as it pertains to his experience in the upscale casual dining and lounge segment. He is a welcome addition to our executive team.”

Shaw’s lengthy credits is a list of who’s who in the popular “theme” restaurant segment, including opening the first House of Blues in Harvard Square in Cambridge and Sunset Strip in Hollywood, as well as the Hard Rock Café in Orlando, BB King’s in Los Angeles and Gm Fox Sports Grill in Irvine.

A perennial hot spot since opening in 2005, Landmark is located blocks from the Pacific Ocean in the heart of Corona del Mar. Landmark is open for dinner each day from 5:00pm to 10:30pm. Cocktails are served until 12:30am Sunday through Thursdays and until 1:30am Friday and Saturday. Dinner reservations, as well as private party, catering, wine pairing, and bottle service information can be obtained by calling 949.675.5556 or visiting www.landmarknewport.com. Walk-in guests are welcome, but reservations are highly recommended. Valet parking is available.

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Executive Chef Sabre Kennedy Brings Culinary Artistry to Popular Coastal Dining Destination

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Corona del Mar, CA (May 1, 2008) – Landmark Restaurant and Lounge, today, welcomes back Sabre Kennedy as Executive Chef. Kennedy previously held the position at Landmark from its original opening in 2005 continuing through 2007.

Born and raised on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, Chef Kennedy brings to Landmark his unique island style cooking techniques, offering a fresh spin on the contemporary California cuisine. Kennedy fine-tuned his craft at Seattle Central Culinary Academy where he graduated with honors, but credits his parents for his core cooking experience.

“Both my parents are amazing cooks.” Said Kennedy. “My Mother owned a small restaurant and a couple bakeries so I literally grew up in the kitchen. And I learned the island style way of cooking from my Father and his Hawaiian and Chinese family recipes and generations of unique cooking methods.”

Commenting on Kennedy’s return to Landmark, managing owner Mario Marovic said “We are pleased to have Sabre back where he belongs. His creative culinary style and expertise has helped define Landmark as a top dining destination in CDM and throughout Orange County.”

Kennedy’s knack for creating gastronomic pleasures are as visually pleasing as they are appetizing. From Blue Pepper Crab Cakes, Hawaiian Ahi Poke and Seared Yellowtail Carpaccio to Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Halibut or his signature Chilean Seabass, each dish is a masterful work of culinary artistry meant to be thoroughly enjoyed and excite the senses. Prior to Landmark, Kennedy led the culinary teams at such restaurants as PF Chang’s China Bistro, Fleming’s Steakhouse and Silvera’s.

A perennial hot spot since opening in 2005, Landmark is located blocks from the Pacific ocean in the heart of Corona del Mar village. Landmark is open for dinner each day from 5:00pm to 10:30pm. Cocktails are served until 12:30am Sunday through Thursdays and until 1:30am Friday and Saturday. Dinner reservations, as well as private party, catering, wine pairing, and bottle service information can be obtained by calling 949.675.5556 or visiting www.landmarknewport.com. Walk-in guests are welcome, but reservations are highly recommended. Valet parking is available.

Media Inquiries:

Rob Hallstrom

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