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Celebration last night of the two year anniversary of @we.are.darkroom with guest chefs Craig Thompson of @wolvesmouth and @alansanz_c of @mirate.losangeles and @daisy.losangeles 🥳 Starting with Chef Alan’s Chicken with king trumpet mushrooms, sunchoke purée, dates mole and smoked guava 🐓 🍄
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#socalrestaurantshow #darkroom #alansanz #2ndanniversary #craigthompson

Darkroom’s Venison with radish, eggplant, burnt eggplant & smoked beef fat emulsion, popcorn and sour cashew.

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We recently got to share a five course prix fixe dinner in Santa Ana at @enter.chrysalis as part of the @we.are.darkroom complex. @schererzach and @woozface are so passionate about their craft, we invited them into the studio to share this great experience. You’ll experience that in just minutes only on @angelsradioam830 🧑‍🍳
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#socalrestaurantshow #chrysalis #darkroom #zachscherer #drewadams

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We were recently in Santa Ana where @disciplesotc competed with @we.are.darkroom in a Top Dog competition 🌭 . Both chef’s prepared two different dogs for the guests’ consideration. 👩‍🍳 Chef Elvia Garcia of Evil Cooks had their The Doggy Style: a hot dog wrapped in fresh blue corn amsa, filled with mozzarella cheese, topped with sweet ancho fancy ketchup, queso fresco, tomatoes, onions and cilantro.🌿 Who won? Find out Saturday at 11:15am PT only on @angelsradioam830 🏆
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#socalrestaurantshow #darkroom #doggystyle #hotdog #evilcooks

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If you’ve had Kibbeh Nayeh, a popular Lebanese dish made of minced raw beef mixed with spices, herbs and bulgur, then you know it’s usually eaten with pita bread, raw onions, mint and garlic toum. But when I visited my chef friend @schererzach at @we.are.darkroom, he decided to turn it into a hand roll served with the creamiest (pocket) hummus in the game, @habizahummus 🔥

Safe to say @small_town_mayor and I ate about 3 of these back to back 😮‍💨 #hummus #rawmeat #kibbeh #handroll

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Beyond greatful to be included in la times top 101 of 2025. A big achievement for any OC restaurant, thank you Jenn Harris for taking the time to come see us. Recognition like this means a lot to any small restaurant, and we will keep pushing this year to bring you more exciting food + drink moments 🗞️ @latimes @latimesfood

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Savor Every Last Bite of 2025, OC Foodies! 🥂
The countdown is on, and if you’re going to close out the year, you might as well do it deliciously. Here are our Top 3 can’t-miss foodie-approved experiences to take you straight into the New Year in style

1. New Year’s Eve at @we.are.darkroom
Kick off the final night of the year with an unforgettable dinner before the ball drops. Expect incredible food, great wine, festive vibes, and yes… think forced champagne Jell-O shots. Fun is planned, spirits will be high, and it’s shaping up to be one deliciously memorable night.

2. Get Festive at @oc_fair for this last bit of @winterfestoc
The OC Fair & Event Center has transformed into a full-blown winter wonderland with over a million lights, oversized holiday décor, and nonstop fun.
Think: ice skating under the stars, a 150-foot ice tubing slide, carnival rides, festive food & drinks, photo ops, and so much more

3. Sip Your Way Through Michelada Mania via @travelsantaana Santa Ana
Whether you’re a die-hard michelada fan or trying one for the first time, there’s no better way to experience the bold creativity of Santa Ana’s bar scene than with the Michelada Guide.

How to join the fun:
✔️ Discover standout micheladas featured for flavor + craftsmanship
✔️ Visit participating bars & restaurants to try their unique pours
✔️ Share your experience on Instagram using #MicheladaManiaSA

Looking for even more ways to close out the year right?
Head to ocfoodies.com for details and more can’t-miss #OCFoodies fun.

Here’s to ending 2025 full, happy, and surrounded by great food, family and friends!

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We cut an hour long interview with @dianearmitageofficial and @kxfmradio into a 1:20 for this reel … trust us, there is much more to hear as Zach and Drew sat down with “Best of Laguna Beach” radio show and we invite you to listen using the link in our bio / story 📻 #wearedarkroom #kxfmradio #bestoflagunabeach

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You had to be there.
Savory treats in the form of Duck, Duck, Goose, but with no Goose. Reservations available on Tock.
#tastingmenu #finedinning #santana #duck

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Hey, about last night... I'm still dreaming about that meal! @enter.chrysalis | @we.are.darkroom totally blew us away.
The vibe, the atmosphere, the service, everyone – it was unforgettable. The food and wine pairings were perfect from beginning to end. Seriously amazing, especially with all that California produce and incredible seafood. Everything was great, but those sungold tomatoes, Hokkaido scallops, lamb, and chocolate... wow. Thanks @woozface for the amazing meal!
This may have just becoming my favorite dining experience in Orange County! Can't wait to go back to @we.are.darkroom.

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This weekend, spoil Mom with the epicurean experience she truly deserves 💐✨

From dreamy beachside brunches to artful tasting menus and sweet custom desserts, we’ve rounded up some of the most delicious ways to celebrate her in Orange County:

🥂 Start early on Friday or Saturday night at @enter.chrysalis within @we.are.darkroom in Santa Ana with their 8-course Market Menu—an unforgettable prix fixe journey that highlights California’s seasonal bounty and globally sourced seafood, personally plated and presented by Chefs Zachary Scherer and Drew Adams. She’ll never forget this meal!

🌊 Go big on Sunday at @waterfrontbeachresort, where brunch meets beachside luxury with sushi, seafood, butcher-cut meats, sweet treats, live music, and bottomless “MOMosas” (yes, there’s a DIY mimosa bar!)—plus flowers for every mom and magical entertainment for the whole fam.

🍽 For serious brunch vibes, head to @bennyandmarys in Irvine on Sunday, May 11 from 10am–3pm. Known for its eclectic design and standout menu featuring locally sourced ingredients, it’s a one-of-a-kind place to toast to Mom with brunchy cocktails and bold flavors.

🌅 Make waves at @driftwoodkitchn in Laguna Beach, where @chefrainerschwarz is pulling out all the stops with a waterfront brunch buffet including prime rib, seafood stations, custom omelets, and a decadent dessert bar.

☀️ Celebrate at @hyattregencyhuntingtonbeach on Sunday from 10am–2pm with a coastal-chic brunch filled with delicious dishes, refreshing drinks, and laid-back luxury perfect for family time.

🍳 From May 10–11, head to Eureka! for a Mother’s Day-exclusive $45 prix fixe brunch featuring crave-worthy dishes like Chilaquiles, French Toast with bourbon whipped cream, and Peach Buzz Sangrias or Espresso Martinis to keep it festive.

🍰 And don’t forget the sweets! Pre-order custom layered dessert jars from @jarsbyfabiovivianioc—perfect for events, gifts, or just an extra-sweet surprise for Mom.

This Mother’s Day, go beyond flowers. Go flavor, flair, and unforgettable food. 💝 #OCFoodies #MothersDayOC #BrunchGoals #SpoilMomRight

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OC Restaurant Week 2025 @ocrestaurantweek

Exploration 7 Course - an abbreviated 7 course version of their seafood centric tasting menu with wine pairing

📍Darkroom Chrysalis @enter.chrysalis @we.are.darkroom - Santa Ana, CA

#DarkRoom #Chrysalis #Wine #OCRestaurantWeek #Tofu #Kanpachi #Trout #Caviar #Cod #Tuna #Beef #Steak #Chocolate #Yelp #YelpOC #OCEats #OCFoodie #Dinner #Food #Foodie #Tasting

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Our next foodventure for OC Restaurant Week landed us at Chefs Zach Scherer and Drew Adams’ Chrysalis, a dining experience in the private room at Darkroom in Santa Ana. The seven courses on the tasting menu are plated right there in the dining room, Chef Zach explained the inspiration behind every dish and the specific artisanal wines paired with each course. This was an abbreviated menu of their seafood-centric tasting menu for $150, and unfortunately it is already sold out!

We indulged in everything below:
Fresh tofu, maple, roe, buckwheat, brown butter
🍷 Villiera Tradition Carte Rouge NV, South Africa

Kanpachi, very local citrus ponzu, flowers
Caviar, potato smoked trout, roasted cabbage
🍷Raoul Gautherin, Chablis 2022 Burgundy, France

Cod, chowder, oils, buckwheat
Tuna, olive, bleu cheese
🍷A Tribute to Grace, Grenache Rose 2023

Beef, smoked mushroom, spinach
🍷Derby Wine Estates, 2019 Syrah

Chocolate, caviar, maple mushroom milk
🍷Porto S. Leonardo, 40 year port

📍@enter.chrysalis (inside Darkroom)
3751 S Harbor Blvd, Suite C, Santa Ana, Ca 92704

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