Soprano’s, a great little Italian eatery in Costa Mesa, is raising funds to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Through Oct. 31, mention JDRF at Soprano’s and you will receive 10% off your bill and 10% of all food revenue will go to JDRF. The offer is good at lunch Monday through Friday, and dinner Tuesdays through Thursday and Sundays. Dine-in only.
Soprano’s offer fresh Italian recipes handed down from the owner, Brooklyn-born Joe Morano’s Italian grandmother. Morano is often found in the kitchen cooking up specials like an heirloom tomato and fresh mozzarella pasta with basil. He’s a man with a big heart for charity, he will also be participating in the Taste of Newport on Sept.17-19.
Favorite menu items include penne alla Joe’s Nana, lightly breaded eggplant and fresh ricotta with a heartfelt nurturing marinara sauce. For those with an Italian grandmother, this pasta will bring tears to your eyes. ($13.95); and Penne Con Sarge, with sliced grilled chicken and sundried tomatoes in a light cream sauce flavored with tarragon and cognac ($13.95). Also choose from antipastis, insalate, hot and cold sandwiches on Italian baguettes, homemade calzones, pastas, entree specials, and fresh made to order pizzas.
Open for lunch 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Open for dinner 4:30 to 10 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Soprano’s at 2400 Newport Blvd. in Costa Mesa. 949.645.8515.
We’re thrilled for OC based designer Oday Shakar who must have been beaming Sunday night as two of his dresses were proudly worn on the red carpet at the Emmy Awards. Jennifer Carpenter from “Dexter” and Eva La Rue from “CSI Miami” shined in his stunning floor-length evening gowns. Oday Shakar is a major talent in the fashion design world, a favorite of celebrities and fashionistas.
Sandra Bullock helped put him on the map when she wore his sequin cowl mini dress to accept her Generation Award at the 2010 MTV Awards. His new fall collection, “Beautiful Nightmare” reflects overcoming major obstacles in his life—most recently recovery from thyroid cancer, and the horrific treatment of his family during Saddam Hussein’s regime in Iraq. A unflagging optimist, Shakar believes that beauty that can come from any situation.
His exclusive collections are available in select boutiques and by appointment at his studio in Costa Mesa. 3189 D Red Hill Avenue in Costa Mesa. 714.641.0316
Who knew that September is California Wine Month? A trio of sister hotels—La Casa Del Camino, Laguna Beach Inn, and Hotel Ménage—will be celebrating all month long with Sip, Sand, and Save packages.
At La Casa Del Camino in Laguna Beach enjoy a getaway just steps from the sand. The landmark hotel, built in 1927, also offers suites from the renowned Casa Surf Project. You can savor a special California wine dinner for two featuring carefully selected wine paired with delicious entrees from Chef Craig (voted Top Chef in Orange County 2010) at the hotel’s four-star K’ya Bistro, Sunday through Thursday at $269; Friday and Saturday at $369—savings of $60. 1289 S. Coast Highway in Laguna Beach. 949.497.2446.
Laguna Beach Inn in Laguna Beach, a great family friendly inn that’s both affordable and charming, is celebrating California Wine Month with premier rates for a vacation by the sea. Enjoy an overnight stay and breakfast for two at K’ya Bistro and a complimentary bottle of wine. Available Sunday through Thursday at $139—savings of 25% off. 2020 S. Coast Highway in Laguna Beach. 949.494.5450.
Stay at Hotel Ménage, the first modern boutique hotel in Anaheim, just steps away from Disneyland. It’s offering an exclusive package featuring an overnight stay in a standard room and complimentary bottle of wine. Amenitues at Hotel Ménage include modern stained concrete floors, dramatic eleven-foot ceilings, ambient lighting, cozy sitting area, over-sized custom desk, and state-of-the-art 42” high-definition plasma television. Available Sunday through Thursday at $99; Friday and Saturday at $109—savings of 20% off. 1221 South Harbor Blvd. in Anaheim. 888.462.7275.
Barefoot, pregnant and in need of a massage? Elements Therapeutic Massage can help with its new Belly Friendly day spa program starting Wednesday. Expecting moms will benefit from affordable maternity spa services with a $59 Belly Friendly introductory rate through the end of September—nurture yourself and your baby with a full body prenatal massage, and for an additional $30, you can try a pampering belly “facial” designed to exfoliate, hydrate and soothe. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 18303 Brookhurst Street in Fountain Valley. 714.965.2700.
La Beauté, a salon, skin care and beauty supply store in Costa Mesa, is offering Greer’s OC readers a special: just mention us and receive 20% off your entire purchase (excludes Kerastase and red tags); and a $25 gift certificate with purchase of $100 or more through Sept. 17. Top name brands available include Redken, Moroccan Oil, Pureology, Alterna, Peter Thomas Roth and Yonka. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 2300 Harbor Blvd. in Costa Mesa. 949.631.5888.
The summer sale is on now through Sept. 1 at Westerly, Corona del Mar’s source for hip designers like Elizabeth and James, Current Elliott, Vena Cava, Patterson J. Kincaid, J. Brand, Chick with Guns and many more. Save 20% off full price merchandise, and with sale merchandise—save 50% off first item, 60% off 2nd item and 70% off third items.. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 2908 East Coast Hwy in Corona del Mar. 949.313.7111
Anaheim Patio at The Market Place is hosting its 12th annual Labor Day Weekend tent Sale Friday through Monday. Save 15 to 75% off dining sets, chaise lounges, umbrellas, bar stools, firepits, seating groups, outdoor entertaining accessories and more. Also choose from select barbeques and fireplace items, as well as one-of-a-kind items and discontinued products. Top brands featured are Brown Jordan, Tropitone, OW Lee, Hanamint, Malin, Summer Classics and others. 13722 Jamboree in Irvine.714.669.9271.715 E. Birch St. in Brea. 714.671.9445. 6811 Warner Ave. in Huntington Beach. 714.894.0382.
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