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Award-Winning Chef Ralph Estrada Joins IL Girasole in Costa Mesa

“Award-winning Chef Ralph Estrada has joined Orange County’s destination for modern Italian cuisine, Il Girasole, bringing more than 20 years of culinary experience and a decade of leadership to the restaurant...”

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Three gourmet dishes with two bottles of wine on a wooden table. The front dish features a sliced steak with sauce and garnish, accompanied by a portion of mashed potatoes. The second dish has a portion of meat topped with sauce and microgreens. The third dish contains a yellow-colored dish, garnished with thinly sliced vegetables and herbs.
Outside view of IL Girasole restaurant, a white building with black awnings, patio seating, and green plants in Costa Mesa
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Il Girasole Reveals Exclusive Pink Menu Supporting Susan G. Komen

“Chef Ralph Estrada alongside Il Girasole’s visionary restauranteur Antonio Bevacqua have curated a bold and beautiful pink menu with 20% of purchases being donated back to Susan G. Komen throughout all of October…”

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Announcement of exclusive pink menu supporting Susan G. Komen, featuring a logo with a detailed illustration of a daisy flower and the text 'il girasole' and 'Modern Italian' on a beige background.
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“Two Unforgettable Dining Experiences at il Girasole”

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Exterior view of IL Girasole restaurant with outdoor seating, plants, and storefront signage in Costa Mesa, California.
Exterior view of IL Girasole restaurant with outdoor seating and plants
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The exterior of IL Girasole restaurant in Costa Mesa with patio seating, black awnings, and signage, on a sunny day.