Fashion, Dining & Trends of OC

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Patina Boutique features local jewelry designers, great denim lines, including True Religion, Rich & Skinny, Union and Kasil Denim; as well as tops, dresses, bikinis and more. Burning Torch, Joie, Trinity, Lauren Bell, Monteau are just a few popular lines. Patina carries a large variety of apparel for all types of women and figures. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 178 Wells Place in Costa Mesa. 949.548.1930.

Greer’s Good Life

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From the darling "valet girls" to the retro luxe interior, the legendary restaurant property has never looked so good. It's serving up a 3 p.m. bar menu daily; Saturday and Sunday brunch (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and dinner nightly from 5:30 p.m. 3334 West Coast Highway in Newport Beach. 949.650.6505

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05.08.08

BOUQUET OF BRUNCHES

Looking for an alternative to the hustle and bustle of buffet brunches on Mother's Day? Pamper mom with an early dinner Sunday at Blue Coral at Fashion Island. Relax and enjoy top-notch fare, including Alaskan king crab claws with Chino Farm crudites or Blue Coral Wellington surf and turf, all presented with the first-rate service that Mom deserves. Dinner starts at 3:30 PM. 451 Newport Center Drive, 949-856-2583.

Mayur Cuisine of India in Corona del Mar is offering a Mother's Day meal fit for a queen! The champagne brunch buffet, prepared by Chef Dharham Singh Punair, will showcase more than 21 authentic, delectable dishes, accompanied with a never-ending flow of champagne. Brunch served from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m., $34.99 for adults and $12.99 for children (age 11 & under). Dinner offered from 5 to 9 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Mayur Cuisine of India at 2931 E. Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. 949.675.6622. www.mayuroc.com.

Lucca Café at Quail Hill Village Center in Irvine has a great Mother's Day buffet that includes an egg and omelet station, pancakes, carving station, salads, antipasto, grilled chicken, a dessert bar and more. The buffet is $23.95 for adults, or $29.95 with champagne. Kids under 12 pay the same as their age. Lucca Café in Quail Hill Village Center, at Sand Canyon and Shady Canyon. 949.725.1773. www.luccacafe.com.

The OC's fabulous Whole Foods Market at The District at Tustin Legacy is offering an all-you-can-eat Mother's Day brunch from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. for just $13.99 per person. The Taqueria will serve a buffet with hot and cold items, and a cooked-to-order station for all your brunch favorites. And there's a special surprise for all moms attending. Whole Foods Market is at 2847 Park Ave. in Tustin. 714.566.7650. www.wholefoods.com.

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WE HEART STELLA MCCARTNEY

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We're so thrilled to have seen Stella McCartney and her beautiful fall collection last night at Neiman Marcus at Fashion Island. Stop by Neiman's today to see (and pre-order) Stella McCartney's Fall 2008 collection from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Designer Sportswear on Level Two. Neiman Marcus at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. 949.750.1900.

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