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Taste of Huntington Beach

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By Greer Wylder
April 27, 2017

Now in its 17th year, the Taste of Huntington Beach is one of the area’s premier charity food and drink events. It will be celebrated on Sunday, April 30 from noon to 4 p.m. at the HB Sports Complex. The event features over 50 restaurants, 20 wineries and 20 breweries patrons can sample, all for one entry price of $70. Entertainment for the 2017 Taste of HB is the Ramsey Brothers Band and celebrity guest judge is Simon Majumdar from Cutthroat Kitchen. Operated entirely by volunteers, all proceeds net of expenses are donated to Children's Department of the Huntington Beach…

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National Prime Rib Day at Tommy Bahama’s Island Grille

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By Greer Wylder
April 27, 2017

Treat yourself on National Prime Rib Day, April 27 to the Prime Rib French Dip at Tommy Bahama’s Island Grille at Corona del Mar Plaza. It’s tender, juicy and full of flavor—and the newest addition to the burgers and sandwiches portion of the menu. The sandwich is topped with honey roasted onions, Gruyere, horseradish aioli and served on a fresh crispy French roll with a side of brandy au jus for dipping. This upgrade to the classic French Dip features the finest cut of beef cooked slow on a low heat to ensure the natural succulence.  Eaten while warm, the…

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NB Film fest CLOSING NIGHT AND CELEBRATION

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By Greer Wylder
April 26, 2017

We’ll be sad to say goodbye to the 18th annual NB Film Fest; it will end its eight-day run with the Southern California premier of the Exception on Thursday, April 27 at 8:15 pm at the Lido Theater in Newport Beach. Following the screening you can attend the Closing Night Celebration at Via Lido Plaza. The outdoor event will feature top entertainment and hor d’oeuvres prepared by award winning Orange County restaurants as well as a bar hosted by Tito’s Handmade Vodka. The Exception starring Christopher Plummer, Lily James and Jai Courtney tells the story of a German soldier who…

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The 40-Year-Old Vegan

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By Greer Wylder
April 25, 2017

Want to get the inside scoop on how to eat vegan in a super tasty way? Sandra and Susan Sellani, 57-year-old fraternal twins, grew up like most Italian families — eating! They now live on different coasts — Sandra in Newport Beach, and Susan in Pennsylvania--and while they still love to eat, they’ve just switched to healthier recipes now that they are over 40. “Growing up, we always loved to be in the kitchen, watching our mother and grandmothers cook their famous Sellani Italian recipes,” says Sandra, the West Coast vegan who coincidentally is also the Chief Marketing Officer for…

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Dining Discounts During NB Film Fest at The Triangle

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By Greer Wylder
April 25, 2017

Throughout the Newport Beach Film Festival, which closes Thursday night, select restaurants at The Triangle in Costa Mesa are offering special discounts to guests dining before or after a show at Starlight Triangle Cinemas, when they present their movie stubs or proof of purchase of movie tickets on their phone. La Vida Cantina will offer guests 15% off their bill if they show their NBFF tickets or proof of movie ticket purchase. Perfect for al fresco dining with this week’s warm weather, La Vida Cantina has a spacious patio with inviting palapas where visitors feel like they have been transported…

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