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A Taste of Philly in OC

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By Greer Wylder
March 08, 2016

Craving a real deal Philly Cheesesteak that you’d otherwise have to travel to Philadelphia to eat? Orange County’s favorite source for authentic Philly Cheesesteaks and Hoagies is by far Philly’s Best, with 11 locations throughout the county. Founded by Philadelphians Bob and Andrea Levey who opened their first Philly’s Best location in Fountain Valley in 1992. It’s here that you can taste the beloved flavors and proprietary recipes, along with ingredients and products direct from Philadelphia, such as Amoroso rolls, Wise Chips, Taylor Pork Roll, Frank’s Soda, Pennsylvania Dutch Birch Beer and TastyKake offerings. On the menu, you can order…

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Skyloft Debuts New Taco Tuesday

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By Greer Wylder
March 07, 2016

Laguna Beach's popular new restaurant and nightlife destination, Skyloft is now offering specials every Tuesday on their signature margarita and favorite snack tacos. For just $2 each, you can indulge in Barbacoa Street Tacos, Guajillo Chicken Tacos, Veggie Tacos, and/or Mahi-Mahi Fish Tacos. You can also sip on the Skyloft Margarita for just $5 and enjoy the dynamic views of the ocean from the 3rd floor terrace. Skyloft is at 422 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach. 949.715.1550.

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Chamber Ensemble Dover Quartet’s Segerstrom Center debut

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By Greer Wylder
March 04, 2016

We are giving away a pair of tickets to the award-winning Chamber Ensemble Dover Quartet’s Segerstrom Center debut on Thursday, March 17 at 8 p.m. in Samueli Theater. Simply leave a comment on our Facebook page. We'll choose a winner on Tuesday, March 8. For its Center debut, the Quartet will perform Mozart’s String Quartet No. 17 in B-flat Major, K. 458; the Center premiere performance of French composer Dutilleux’s “Ainsi la nuit” (1976) and Shostakovich’s Quartet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 68. A free Preview Talk with musicologist and author Herbert Glass will take place at 7:15 p.m.…

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Disney’s OC Chef’s Table

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By Greer Wylder
March 04, 2016

Disney’s OC Chef’s Table culinary event presented by Wells Fargo will be held March 13, 2016, at the Disney Grand Californian Resort & Spa Grand Ballroom. The event, formerly known as Table For 10, will once again feature 30 of Orange County’s top chefs coming together to create a delectable five-course meal prepared tableside at tables decorated to reflect the personality and brand of each restaurant represented.  All proceeds from the event go to Illumination Foundation, a nonprofit working to end the cycle of homelessness in Orange County. Last year over $580,000 was raised, which helped the charity with their…

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Downtown Anaheim Community Yard Sale

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By Greer Wylder
March 04, 2016

Treasure seekers can search for unique furniture, antiques, household items, electronics, clothing and collectables at Downtown Anaheim's community yard sale on Saturday, March 5 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Center Street Promenade. In addition to providing a friendly atmosphere for residents to buy/sell their goods, Downtown Anaheim Association invites residents to connect with friends, old and new. The yard sale stretches from Clementine to Anaheim Boulevard along neo-vintage Center Street Promenade. 201 Center Street Promenade in Anaheim. 714.956.3586 or visit downtownanaheim

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