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Man Can Cook Too
09.14.12
Give the man in your life, the greatest gift he didn’t know he needed: a chance to improve his cooking skills with a locally renowned self-taught chef, Michael Harris. Sign him up for a Man Can Cook class Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Anais+Raya in Costa Mesa. At this Pop Up class Harris will lead students through a simple, three-course meal to make for friends, with Sommelier Mario Luna pairing wines with courses. Although a casual and fun atmosphere is guaranteed, the depth of culinary knowledge shared from these two pros is anything but frivolous.
The menu starts with Hawaiian-style salmon poke; followed by a main course: the perfect steak, with spaghetti aglio e olio, and grilled brussels sprouts with bacon and caramelized onions. Dessert will be the Harris’ version of famous Ramos House chocolate pudding.
There are a few seats left, so reserve your spot by $55 pre-payment at the PayPal account mxjxharris@yahoo.ie
The price is all-inclusive, with plenty of dish and wines samples. Everyone will take home a copy of the recipes and stories behind them, and a Man Can Cook collector’s item apron.
Anais + Raya is at 435 E 17th St. in Costa Mesa.
Photo Credit David Moyle Photography
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Stein Mart Ribbon Cutting
09.13.12
Stop by Stein Mart at The Market Place in Irvine tonight from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to enjoy refreshments and a ribbon cutting event while shopping the new fall fashions. Stein Mart carries fashion-forward labels such as Michael Kors handbags, Guess footwear, and menswear such as Bobby Jones, Nat Nast, Tommy Bahama, and Adidas Golf. There are also upscale home brands, décor and unique gifts.
Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Stein Mart is in The Market Place at 13742 Jamboree in Irvine. 714.832.0012.
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