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Sweet Valentine’s Specials at Anaheim Packing House

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By Greer Wylder
February 01, 2016

You can get over to the Anaheim Packing House for Valentine’s Day specials at various eateries and enjoy live music from 12-2 p.m. featuring The Honeydrops and 7-9 p.m. with Felice La Zae. At Urbana, enjoy a pre-fixe Valentine’s Day dinner, starting with a yellowtail tostada with avocado, pickled jalapeño, spicy aioli and micro cilantro. For an entree, choice of Chilean sea bass with white truffle potato, spinach, mantequilla agria sauce; or filet mignon with baby corn, queso fresco, house made steak sauce. For dessert, the options are pistachio tres leches, or churros with house made cajeta sauce. At Dark 180, stop in for large, hand dipped chocolate…

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Innovative Laser Hair Removal in OC

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By Greer Wylder
January 29, 2016

LaserAway is a leading med spa specializing in laser hair removal and aesthetic services. It ‘s the go to hair removal spot for celebs like Kim Kardashian, Audrina Patridge and Vernon Davis, but its most known for its incredible client experience and innovative laser hair removal, anti-aging and body contouring treatments. It was founded ten years ago by plastic surgeons as a quick-service alternative to doctor’s visits. At one if its three OC locations, you can become your most radiant self by going in for expert hair removal, tattoo removal, Botox, Juvederm, IPL, Thermage, CoolSculpting and more. 7777 Edinger Ave. in Huntington Beach. 657.464.7999.…

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LES BALLETS DE MONTE-CARLO: CHORE

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By Greer Wylder
January 29, 2016

Dance enthusiasts can attend the extraordinary dancing of the acclaimed Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo from February 12 – 13 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The production is an American premiere of Jean-Christophe Maillot’s Choré, featuring music by Danny Elfman and John Cage. Choré is in homage to American musical theatre, which Maillot says is one of history’s most important musical developments. The full-length ballet  shines a provocative light on Hollywood musicals by setting their evolution against a chaotic historical backdrop. Free preview talks start one hour before curtain by Didier Lambelet, the Ballet’s tour manager, and Jessica Pinal, the…

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Poppie’s Athletic and Every Day Wear

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By Greer Wylder
January 28, 2016

Where to buy casual wear and athletic wear that can easily transition from the gym to lunch? Poppie’s Boutique, just opened at Mercantile West in Ladera Ranch, and it specializes in flattering, and easy everyday wear. Poppie’s carries contemporary brands such as Kut from Cloth, Flying Monkey, Free People, Beyond Yoga and others. Owned by Jill Rose, an area resident for 25 years, her mother-in-law, Susanne Rose, and sister-in-law Kathleen. The name, Poppies was chosen in honor of Jill’s father-in-law, Tom Rose, whose grandchildren all called him, “Poppy.” Open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; and 10 a.m.…

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Zov’s aphrodisiac cooking class

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By Greer Wylder
January 28, 2016

Learn how to make an enticing and romantic meal at Zov's Bistro in Tustin at its aphrodisiac cooking class coming up on Saturday, February 6 at 11:30 a.m. At the special valentine inspired class you will be making: smoked salmon on toast points with dill crème fraiche; grilled prawn and baby spinach salad with toasted almonds and pomegranate vinaigrette; beef tenderloin with roasted red peppers and tarragon peppercorn sauce; twice baked potatoes with chives crème fraiche; and fresh strawberry and chocolate mousse tart. Cost is $75 per person. You can sign up here. 17440 17th St., in Tustin. 714.838.8855.

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