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Shredz Gym Opens in Ladera Ranch

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By Greer Wylder
February 13, 2018

Shredz Gym, a cutting-edge gym facility for fitness enthusiasts of all levels, just opened in the Terrace Shops shopping center in Ladera Ranch. Whether your goals involve losing weight, toning up, building muscle or improving athleticism, Shredz Gym caters to everyone. The staff and on-site trainers all come from experienced fitness backgrounds, including the owner of the gym, Brittany De Anda, who started her career as a National Physique Committee (NPC) bikini competitor out of San Diego. Shredz Gym offers top-of-the-line weight training and cardio equipment on an open floor format and unique high intensity interval training (HIIT) classes. These classes…

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Backhausdance at Musco Center for the Arts

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By Greer Wylder
February 13, 2018

Musco Center for the Arts at Chapman University and Backhausdance present The Elasticity of the Almost & Other Works on February 22 at 7:30 p.m. Ferociously moving among a shifting sea of red balls, The Elasticity of the Almost creates worlds of athletic, fluid, contemporary movement artfully crafted and infused with a sense of humor and theatricality. This piece and three incredible premieres highlight an evening of powerful dance by Orange County’s own Jennifer Backhaus and her company. Formed in 2003, Backhausdance is a powerful and entertaining voice in the dance world. The company’s repertory offers an eclectic and dynamic…

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Delicious Valentine’s Day Dining Options

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By Greer Wylder
February 12, 2018

Still looking for ideas on where to dine with your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day? Here’s a round-up of some local eateries offering Valentine’s Day specials. Provenance - NEWPORT BEACH Celebrate Valentine's Day at Provenance and keep the love local! Chef Cathy Pavlos is serving up some seriously good eats this Valentine's Day. As with all special occasions at Provenance, guests can look forward to a no-nonsense, no-fuss, straight-up good time. Lovebirds will enjoy a 3-course Prix-Fixe menu featuring your choice of dishes such as Black Canyon Filet Mignon and Plancha-Seared Whole Boneless Wild Greek Branzino. Full Valentine’s Day menu at…

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International Pancake Day at Snooze

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By Greer Wylder
February 12, 2018

Join Snooze, an A.M. Eatery in Tustin and breakfast lovers across the country for a delicious celebration of International Pancake Day on Tuesday, Feb. 13 from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. In honor of the tasty holiday, Snooze will offer a showcase-style menu of seven exclusives, sweet & savory pancakes. The flight-sized flapjacks will be priced at $4.50 each, including: Cherry Chocolate Pie, Whiskey Cake, and Just In Queso made with a cornmeal pancake with roasted corn inside topped with homemade queso featuring Polidori Chorizo. Snooze will also be serving up a Mardi Gras delicacy with an A.M. twist. Made…

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Last Minute Valentine’s Gifts from OC’s Best

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By Greer Wylder
February 09, 2018

For the sweet-tooth: B.Toffee, a handcrafted, luxury toffee brand based out of Orange County. Crafted with premium ingredients (savory butter, fine domestic sugars, premium Guittard & Callebaut chocolates, all topped with superior quality pecan nuts) and that can be found in specialty retailers such as the A Market in Newport Beach, Where’s the Party? In Costa Mesa, gourmet grocers and through their e-commerce website.   Pastry chef Elyssa Fournier of Mixed Bakery is easily one of the most talented bakers we know. She bakes from home in Corona del Mar and there’s nothing she can’t create—although fan favorites are her…

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