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C.C. Brown’s Hot Fudge Sauce At Five Crowns

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By Greer Wylder
November 10, 2010

C.C. Brown’s Hot Fudge Sauce, favored by Hollywood celebrities including Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando, Bob Hope, John Travolta, Michael J. Fox, and Kirk Douglas, was created by Clarence Clifton Brown (C.C. Brown) in 1922 and is now available at Five Crowns in Corona del Mar for $7.50 per 10-ounce jar and online here. It’s a perfect gourmet gift for holiday giving. Up until 1996, C.C. Brown’s Hollywood Boulevard ice cream shop near Grauman’s (now Mann’s) Chinese Theater served a unique hot fudge sundae rumored to have been the nation’s first.  Lawry’s now owns the brand, a legendary company that’s celebrated…

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Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf Holiday Open House

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By Greer Wylder
November 09, 2010

Listen up! At Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf there’s a holiday open house today from 4 to 7 p.m. Special holiday drinks cost just $1 and all proceeds will go to the Help Group serving children with special needs related to autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, ADHD, mental retardation, abuse and emotional problems. Choose from the newly released Red Velvet Hot Cocoa; Red Velvet Iced Blended; Winter Dream Tea Latte; or Gingerbread Cookie Latte (12oz.). It’s sweet holiday goodness in a cup helping kids with special needs. To find a Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf near you check here.

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Stuart Weitzman & Lucky Magazine Style Event

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By Greer Wylder
November 05, 2010

Take a break and relax (in style) at Stuart Weitzman + Lucky Magazine’s style event tomorrow from 2 to 4 p.m. at South Coast Plaza. While sipping Champagne and tasting sweets receive a complimentary reflexology massage. The first 25 shoppers during the event will receive $50 off their purchase and “The Lucky Guide to Mastering Any Style” *Offer valid for one-time use at Stuart Weitzman (not valid on stuartweitzman.com) during the 2 to 4 p.m. event. Choose from the hot over-the-knee boots; combat military-style looks with straps and buckles in earth tones, black, and olive green; classic patent leather round…

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Cartchella!

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By Greer Wylder
November 03, 2010

We all know about the food truck phenomenon, but let’s not forget about its orgins: the indispensable food cart! Celebrating the evolution of roaming food is the country’s first mobile food cart festival, Cartchella, rolling into Halecrest Park in Costa Mesa on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. Attendees can enjoy foodie favorites, all served from food carts, including Board & Brew Sandwiches, Coolhaus, Baby’s Badass Burgers, the Classic Hot Dog Cart, I cater BBQ, Rasta Taco and Tropical Shaved Ice. Live music makes any event even better, and that’s covered with local bands performing, including Pilot Touhill, James Ide,…

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Redefining Taco Tuesday!

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By Greer Wylder
November 01, 2010

Tasty tacos for just $2, and premium Peligroso tequila drinks for $5? We’re all in for a muy bueno Taco Tuesday at SOL Cocina 4 p.m. to close! I’ll be behind the bar from 6 to 8 p.m. as the guest bartender for a happy hour that is all about redefining happy hour! SOL focuses on seasonal ingredients, authentic Mexican flavors, and premium Peligroso Tequila tasting flights, margaritas, and Mexican beers. Enjoy SOL street tacos two for $2.50!, fresh Ensenada fish tacos and grilled fish tacos just $2, and naked guacamole. Live music starting at 6 p.m. Pictured above, pro…

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