Slime Kitchen Thousand Oaks Grand Opening Event on Saturday, March 7th

/

Join in on the grand opening of the newest Slime Kitchen location at The Oaks shopping mall in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, March 7th.

Slime Kitchen, a premier slime-making experience, is celebrating the opening of its newest location at The Oaks in Thousand Oaks.

Join them for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and candy bar, then take part in an interactive, step-by-step DIY slime experience, where guests can create their own personalized slime. DIY experiences are available for purchase during the event.

The first 50 guests who complete a DIY experience will receive a complimentary special slime surprise at checkout.

Slime Kitchen’s immersive ten-step process guides customers as they select their base, choose scents, add colors, and incorporate mix-ins to create custom slimes as unique as their imaginations. Designed to ignite creativity and promote sensory learning, the experience transforms slime-making into a journey of connection and discovery.

RSVPs are appreciated, but not required, at www.eventbrite.com/e/slime-kitchen-thousand-oaks-grand-opening-tickets-1983911537815

theslimekitchen.com

Bastina Italian Shop Opening Soon at Whizin Market Square in Agoura Hills

/

Bastina is an Italian food shop that is opening soon at Whizin Market Square in Agoura Hills, two doors away from Basta. "Bastina is born from the idea that great Italian food doesn’t need to be complicated. It starts with exceptional ingredients, prepared with care and respect. From freshly made pasta and handcrafted sauces to Italian-style sandwiches and ready-to-enjoy specialties, everything at Bastina is designed to bring the true taste of Italy into your daily life."

Bastina is created by the same founders of Basta, Saverio and Devon. Learn more and get updates at www.eatatbasta.com

Cafecito Coming Soon to Agoura Hills

/

Cafecito is coming soon to the Agoura Meadows Shopping Center at 5639 Kanan Road, next to Azuki Tea. Cafecito offers a mix of Cuban, Latin American, vegan, and vegetarian dishes. Signature Cuban dishes include the Cuban Sandwich, Ropa Vieja plate, Steak Chimichurri Platillo, and more. Timing TBA. Cafecito operates a location in Calabasas at 4774 Park Granada. Learn more at iheartcafecito.com.

House of Bamboo Tiki Lounge in Camarillo to Open on Wednesday, February 11th

/

House of Bamboo Tiki Lounge is opening next Wednesday, February 11th at 2227 Ventura Blvd in Old Town Camarillo, between Elm and Fir, across from the Studio Channel Islands Art Center.

House of Bamboo is a 21+ craft cocktail lounge that will be open 3pm to 9:30pm Wed-Sun. Bar is open seating. Reservations recommended for table seating on OpenTable starting Feb 18th. The bar will offer both drinks and food. Follow @hobtiki on Instagram for updates.

El Sancho Loco Cantina and El Sanchito in Westlake Village Have Closed Their Doors

/

El Sancho Loco Cantina and El Sanchito in Westlake Village announced today that they have closed their doors after 2 1/2 years at this location in the North Ranch Shopping Plaza.

However, Ell Sancho Loco Taqueria is still open for business at their first location on Michael Drive in Newbury Park. Learn more at elsancholocotaqueria.com

City of Camarillo Announces Costco to Open Before the End of 2026

/

The City of Camarillo today announced that after a lengthy period of legal proceedings, Costco is officially coming to the community. The development will feature a 160,000-square-foot Costco warehouse and a 32-pump gas station located at the west end of Camarillo Town Center (south of the 101 and west of Home Depot). The gas station is nearing completion and is expected to open as early as April. retail warehouse will begin soon, with doors projected to open before the end of the year.

https://cms7.revize.com/revize/camarilloca/news_detail_T2_R269.php

Kaze Omakase Recently Opened in Thousand Oaks

/

Kaze recently opened at 1610 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Suite B in Thousand Oaks in the former Bright Belly. Kaze offers an elevated omakase experience that pairs contemporary Japanese cuisine with refined nigiri, guided by seasonality, balance, and progression. Enjoy a 19-course tasting menu, weaving together hot and cold dishes throughout the evening. It is an intimate, speakeasy-style environment offering two counter seatings of 12 guests at 6pm and 8:30pm Wed-Sat and 4:30pm and 7pm on Sun. There's no sign up at this point, but they are indeed open for business.

If you’re familiar with Sushi by Scratch Montecito, featured in the Michelin Guide, Sean was their Chef de Cuisine and is now the owner and Head Chef of Kaze.

To learn more and book a seating, visit their IG page at @kaze.omakase or go directly to their reservation site at www.exploretock.com/kazethousandoaks

Cici's Cafe in Westlake Village Rebrands as Lady C's

/

Cici's Cafe in Westlake Village (and its original location in Tarzana) rebranded as Lady C's this past weekend. Same owners, same employees, same menu. They indicate the change, after 20 years in business, is due to a trademark issue.

Some of their most popular items include Tiramisu Pancakes, Green Tea Tiramisu Pancakes and Souffle Pancakes They originated in Tarzana in 2006 and their Westlake Village location at 30990 Russell Ranch Road (across from Lure Fish House) opened in 2016. www.ciciscafe.com