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Naru Bento at Janss Marketplace has been closed the last several times I’ve been to Janss Marketplace (during normal operating hours), is not included on the Janss Marketplace website and has a phone number that has been disconnected. It appears they are permanently closed.
Naru Bento opened in November 2020 in the former Subway location, next to Matcha.
There is a Sprinkles “ATM” located on the first level of The Oaks in Thousand Oaks on the 1st level, east side next to the Starbucks stand. Yes, I know, technically it is not an “Automated Teller Machine,” but that’s what Sprinkles calls them and these cupcake vending machines are located at over a dozen malls and other places around Southern California.
Flavors include Red Velvet, Dark Chocolate, Strawberry, Vanilla, Sprinkles, Black & White, and Banana. So if you’re looking to fill that cupcake craving, you can conquer that quickly at The Oaks. Pricing as of March 2022 was $5.99 per cupcake. “Baked Fresh & Replenished Daily” is what they indicate.
More information at sprinkles.com/pages/location-the-oaks.
BAKERIES, DONUTS, CUPCAKES AND BAGELS IN AND AROUND VENTURA COUNTY
Note from the California Museum of Art Thousand Oaks (CMATO) today:
With great sadness, the Board of Directors of the California Museum of Art Thousand Oaks (CMATO) announces that as a result of significant revenue losses brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Museum will close its doors on June 19 after nearly ten years of operation.
Founded in 2008, CMATO's mission is to engage, educate and enrich the lives of our visitors and our community through the visual arts. The Museum has presented acclaimed exhibitions, delivered hundreds of educational programs for adults, families and seniors, and welcomed thousands of visitors since opening its first physical space in 2015.
Sadly, we are not alone in facing this operational distress. We know from the American Alliance of Museums that many museums continue to face substantial financial losses following the pandemic, and that thousands of smaller museums, long under resourced, are at risk for permanent closure.
This is a deep disappointment to all of us who cherish CMATO, our mission and who share our belief that access to art, in all of its forms, is essential to a thriving community. The Museum has been a gathering place for the community for many years, allowing us to examine our shared humanity, to voice and to express, and to bring people and ideas together.
We hope CMATO's lasting impact will live on through the creativity of families, children, teachers, artists, and all who have been touched by what our founders believed: that CMATO exists for the enjoyment, education and benefit of all.
UPDATE: Grand opening is Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26 from noon to 9pm. More information at 805-375-0187.
UPDATE 10/29/22: Sign is up indicating the name of the new eatery will be Mirchi Indian Cuisine. “Comming Soon” according to the sign.
6/16/22: Denise B noticed some activity brewing in the old Radio Shack in the Smart & Final Center in Newbury Park last occupied in January 2017. She used her investigative skills to snap a photo of some of the construction plans, which would indicate Indian eatery Lal Mirch appears to be building it out. Stay tuned for updates.
Previous occupant Radio Shack in late 2016.
UPDATE: Opens Monday, January 30, 2023.
Finney's Crafthouse is moving right along with construction of a new location in The Promenade section of the Camarillo Premium Outlets, near Cracker Barrel.. Finney's is a local success story. They opened their first location in Westlake Village in September 2016 and have expanded to locations in Santa Barbara, Ventura, SLO, Porter Ranch and Burbank, serving dozens of craft beers on tap, craft cocktails, gourmet burgers, flatbread pizzas, specialty salads and more. www.finneyscrafthouse.com
UPDATE 7/21/22: Luau Grill indicates it will be opening its doors on Monday, July 25th.
Luau Grill Hawaiian Grill & Poke will be the new occupant in the space formerly occupied by Hummus Bistro, Burgerim and Starbucks in the Ventu Park Shopping Center, 587 N Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park. No information on timing but check their website at www.luaugrill.com to explore their menu and check for updates.
UPDATE: Sue’s Candy is now open as of late August.
Sue’s Candy is “coming soon'“ to the lower level of The Oaks. There’s already a Sue’s Candy at The Oaks’ sister mall, Pacific View, in Ventura. Otherwise, I knowing about Sue’s Candy at this point in time. Stay tuned.
Sue’s will join See’s Candies and Lolli and Pops to provide the candy requirements of mall visitors.
UPDATE: Now open as of September 24, 2022. www.l34camarillo.com
Chef Alex Castillo, former chef at 2088 Bistro in Camarillo, is opening his own place - Latitude 34 Restaurant & Bar, this July at the Camarillo Premium Outlets. They took over the spaces in the Promenade section of the Outlets formerly occupied by Pizza Rev and Smashburger. The space will seat 250 guests, with a large outdoor space and nice bar.
Latitude 34 will offer casual fine dining, unique appetizers, healthy salads, fresh fish and steaks and California fusion (Latin, Mediterranean, Asian).
They are currently hiring! Contact Chef Castillo with your resume at ChefAlex@Latitude34rb.com.
Check their website for updates at www.l34camarillo.com.
Baby Cakes premiered last month at the Simi Valley Town Center in suite 700. This dessert shop features fantastic cheesecakes and other desserts. They also have gluten-free options. Learn more at www.facebook.com/babycakes.805 or www.instagram.com/babycakes.805.
A quote from Matt B: “…has some of the best cheesecake I’ve ever had.”
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