Culver City's Hey, Sunshine Kitchen Celebrates First Anniversary

The sister-owned restaurant celebrates its first anniversary with a special event, reflecting on a successful year of plant-based dining, community engagement, and sustainable initiatives.

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Hey, Sunshine Kitchen (HSK), the vibrant plant-based fast-casual restaurant known for its innovative and delicious organic menu, celebrates its first anniversary in the heart of Culver City. Founded by sisters Heather Golden Ray and Jenny Engel, the restaurant has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its commitment to locally grown ingredients and sustainable initiatives.

A Delicious Year in Review

Since opening its doors on August 10, 2023, Hey, Sunshine Kitchen has served over 120,000 bowls, salads, sandwiches, and more to happy customers. Their diverse plant-based menu focuses on creating meals that are good for the body and the planet, using non-GMO and organic ingredients whenever possible.

“We are incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received from the local Los Angeles community over the past year,” said Golden Ray and Engel. "Our mission has always been to provide a welcoming space where everyone can enjoy delicious, plant-based meals, and it’s been amazing to see how well our vision has been embraced after a year in business.”

Join the Celebration

To mark this milestone, Hey, Sunshine Kitchen is hosting a celebration on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 11am to 9pm. The anniversary celebration highlights include:

• Special anniversary offer: Get 15% off your food order when you RSVP and show your event registration.
• Complimentary drinks: Beat the heat with free, refreshing beverages from 11am to 9pm.
• Fun stickers and swag for kids: Fun gifts for the little ones, ensuring smiles all around (available while supplies last).
• Branded tote bag giveaway: Take home an exclusive Hey, Sunshine Kitchen tote bag, perfect for all your sunny day adventures (available while supplies last).

Golden Ray and Engel added, “This anniversary is not just a celebration of our journey but also a heartfelt thank you to our community for their continued and unwavering support. We are excited to keep making delicious food for our community and look forward to many more years of bringing sunshine to Los Angeles residents and visitors alike.”

Sustainability at the Heart

Hey, Sunshine Kitchen is proud of its Pollinator Monday program, an initiative aimed at supporting local pollinators. Every Monday, guests can take home a complimentary pollinator-friendly plant, sponsored by partner brands and organizations dedicated to protecting bees and butterflies. This program underscores the restaurant’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

For more information about Hey, Sunshine Kitchen, visit HeySunshineKitchen.com or follow them on Instagram at @HeySunshineKitchen.