Cork & Batter Roadhouse Coming Soon to Simi Valley

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Good news for Simi Valley folks. Cork & Batter Roadhouse is coming soon to the former home of Musashi at 1747 Simi Town Center Way in Simi Valley.  Cork & Batter's first location is at Hollywood Park, near SoFi Stadium and the Kia Forum (and directly in front of Intuit Dome, the future home of the Los Angeles Clippers). That said, it appears this one will be different - a Texas BBQ/Sports Bar place. Jeff C, who passed along this photo, says the owners indicate a late summer/early fall anticipated grand opening date. www.corkandbatter.com

Cafe Ficelle Coming Soon to Thousand Oaks (Soft Opening April 10th)

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UPDATE: Cafe Ficelle is “soft opening” 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10th.

Cafe Ficelle Boulangerie & Patisserie is "opening soon" according to the sign at 1710 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, across the way from Denino’s Pizzeria. With locations in Ventura (near the Pacific View Mall) and old town Camarillo, Cafe Ficelle offer freshly baked goods, breakfast and lunch items, coffees, teas and more. Timing TBD. www.cafeficelle.com

Jügo Organic Eatery & Wellness Bar Soft Opening in Thousand Oaks on May 16th

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Jügo Organic Eatery & Wellness Bar will be opening its doors in soft opening mode this coming Tuesday, May 16th in the Oakbrook Plaza in Thousand Oaks, 1772 Avenida De Los Arboles, Suite I (between Subway and Supercuts). They will offer juices, smoothies, acai bowls and pure shots. They will open 8 a.m. Daily. More info at www.jugoorganic.com.

La Princiere French Bakery, Patisserie and Cafe Now Open in the Northstar Plaza Thousand Oaks

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UPDATE 10/31/23: La Princiere is now open in “soft opening” mode as it awaits installation of its point of sale system. Taking cash, Venmo and PayPal in the meantime.

La Princiere French Bakery, Patisserie and Cafe is opening in about a month in the Northstar Plaza in Thousand Oaks (1321-1345 Thousand Oaks Blvd). Owner and Thousand Oaks resident Ahlam Ziani is originally from France and has worked as a baker and pastry chef for years. She will be offering fresh, long-fermentation artisanal breads, French baguettes, and sourdough starters that have been part of her family for 250 years. All sauces, soups and breads will be made in-house.

Initially, they will be serving breakfast and lunch, and when fully staffed, dinner. They will also be offering sandwiches, soups, salads, pizza, and a full lunch menu from meat to fish and other delicious French dishes.  La Princiere is named for Ahlam and husband Chris' son Luca, their little prince.

Follow their Facebook page for updates at www.facebook.com/frenchbakerypatisseriecafe.

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Amy's Drive Thru Thousand Oaks Opening Soon - Hiring Fair May 2-3

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Grand opening date of the new Amy's Drive Thru at 400 Moorpark Road in Thousand Oaks has not been announced yet, but looks to be soon. They are hosting a Hiring Fair this Tuesday/Wednesday, May 2-3 from 10am to 6pm. Amy's offers American fast food "redefined," using organic, 100% plant-based ingredients. They will be interviewing for all positions - front and back of house, team leads, trainers and management and indicate they will be making offers on the spot. More info at www.amysdrivethru.com..

Grand Opening of Bree's Cakes on Saturday, April 29th

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Bree’s Cakes is premiering at the Simi Valley Town Center on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Bree’s offers cupcakes, brownies, stuffed cookies, Rice Krispy treats, cake pops and more.

The extensive cake flavor list includes Strawberry Shortcake, Pina Colada, S’mores, M&M, Banana Pudding, Cookies N’ Cream, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Nutella Churro, Vanilla Confetti, Cookie Dough, Margarita, Mint Chocolate Chip, Banana Split and Chocolate Birthday Cake.

Learn more at www.breescakes.com.

Charcoal Niku Now Open in Oak Park

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Thanks to Kassandra B for the heads up that Charcoal Niku recently opened its doors at the Oak Park Plaza at the northeast corner of Kanan and Lindero Canyon Roads, next to Cafe Sapientia (in the former Tantra Indian Cuisine). Charcoal Niku offers Japanese steaks, seafood, sushi and more.

Visit www.charcoalniku.com for more information. Call 818-206-3308 to make reservations. Opens nightly at 5pm.