Leap Year Birthdays Celebrated in Irvine at Unique Party

IRVINE, Calif. - Feb. 19, 2016 - PRLog -- Quick, if you were born in 1960 you’d be turning how old this year? 56, that’s right. But what if you were born on Leap Day (Feb 29) in 1960, you’ll be turning 17 and nearing the end of your teenage years. Leaplings will take center stage when they are feted with a unique birthday party hosted by Bistango, a critically acclaimed restaurant in Irvine on Monday, Feb 29.  The festivities start at 11:30 a.m.

Executive Chef Tim Doolittle has developed a special Leap Year menu just for the occasion featuring a starter course, entrée and special dessert.  All Leaplings with proof of ID are invited to celebrate at no cost. The highlight of the celebration will be a gigantic, candle-topped cake baked specifically in honor of the “Leapling” guests.

“Those born on Leap Day experience fewer proper ‘birthday celebrations,’ so I wanted to do something special for them,” said Bistango owner John Ghoukassian. “We can’t wait to bring everyone together, celebrate and hear stories about what it’s like to age so, ahem, gracefully.”

Bistango is renowned for its diverse and extensive menu set in an airy atmosphere distinguished by fine art exhibits and large umbrellas that suspend from the ceiling lending great intimacy. An extensive cocktail list of classics and house specialties and a 500-bottle wine list that was heralded by Wine Spectator round out the offerings. New to its beverage offerings are beers on draft and 30 craft beers by the bottle, which include some difficult to acquire selections.  Bistango serves lunch and dinner weekdays and dinner-only Saturdays.  Bistango is located at The Atrium (19100 Von Karman Avenue, Irvine).  Visit Bistango.com for more information.