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NYE at Babette’s

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By Greer Wylder
December 29, 2014

Come join Babette’s  at Newport Coast, the East Coast-born New American eatery with a fresh vibe and ambiance, and ring in the New Year on Wednesday with a delicious three- course prix fixe dinner and a glass of Veuve Clicquot for $95 per person. There’s also an option for a crafted cocktail pairing with each course for an additional $25 per person. Babette’s dinner starts with an amuse bouche of potato-sunchoke puree, crispy fingerling, crème fraiche, caviar chive oil and micro chervil. The first course options include a Pan Roasted Maine Diver Sea Scallop with bay scallops, baby bok choy,…

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Ruby’s 32 Cent Burrito

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By Greer Wylder
December 28, 2014

The celebration continues on Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. in honor of Ruby’s 32nd anniversary at Ruby’s Dinette in Costa Mesa! We know the 32¢ RubyBurger was a huge hit—almost 2,200 sold on December 19—so now Ruby’s is offering its full-size Breakfast Burrito at the same incredible price, for dine in or to go. The Breakfast Burrito is a warm 9-inch flour tortilla layered with freshly scrambled eggs, grated Jack and cheddar cheese, and housemade salsa. One small catch: Limit one burrito per person and the 32¢ Breakfast Burrito is a la carte and does not include extras…

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Diamond Jamboree Gift Card Program

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By Greer Wylder
December 22, 2014

Diamond Jamboree, Orange County’s international dining destination is offering a gift card program, where you can purchase gift cards that are perfect for foodies or anyone on your holiday shopping list. For a limited time, customers who shop with a Diamond Jamboree Gift Card will receive a 10 % discount at participating merchants (see list below). There is no charge for the card, which can be loaded with any dollar amount up to $250. Current merchants that are set up to redeem Diamond Jamboree Gift Cards include: The Balcony Grill & Bar Coffeebar Byul Urban Seoul Sandwich Club Crown J…

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Room & Board Annual Clearance Event

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By Greer Wylder
December 22, 2014

Join the can’t miss shopping event on Friday, Dec. 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., as Room & Board at South Coast Plaza Village celebrates its annual clearance event.  During the sale, the premier furniture designer will offer discontinued floor samples for up to 50% off. Nearly 90% of Room & Board’s sustainably sourced and environmentally conscious home furnishings are made in the United States and features timeless designs that will last for years to come. Quantities are limited. Room & Board at South Coast Plaza Village is at 1661 W Sunflower Ave. in Santa Ana. 714.549.5995.

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Christmas Boat Parade Dining

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By Greer Wylder
December 19, 2014

Local restaurants in the neighborhood will be offering special menus in honor of the 106th Newport Beach Christmas Parade running through Sunday, Dec. 21.  The parade starts at Bay Island at 6:30 p.m. and finishes at the same site at approximately 9 p.m., A&O Kitchen + Bar at Balboa Bay Resort will have a special Boat Parade Menu with first come, first serve seating. You can view the menu here.  Billy’s at the Beach will be offering a special three-course prix-fixe menu and 4 seatings that guarantee viewing of the entire parade. Hornblower Cruises is offering an exclusive dinner cruise, giving guests an unforgettable…

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