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Soco Holiday
12.13.17
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! You’re invited to celebrate the holiday season at SOCO and The OC Mix in Costa Mesa this Sunday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Bring your family and friends to enjoy free, family-friendly days filled with photos with Santa, a festive photo booth, live music, and a Nutcracker Storytime with Christmas Carol sing-a-long from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There will also be face painting and a craft activity provided by Granola Babies.
Complimentary gift-wrapping will be available for holiday shoppers for a suggested donation to benefit Chuck Jones Center for Creativity. Also, enjoy pop-ups from some of our favorite small business brands like Wunderkid and Yarnover Truck.
For more information and more details, visit socoholidays
SOCO and The OC Mix is located at 3303 Hyland Ave., in Costa Mesa.
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Guilt-Free, Easy Dining During the Holidays
12.12.17
With the busy holiday shopping season underway, consider quick, guilt-free ways to fuel up while you power through your list of to-dos. Here are some easy and healthy local dining options for parents and children:
Rubio’s Ahi Poke Bowl - Rubio’s Coastal Grill recently introduced ahi poke to its menu for a limited time. Featuring sustainable, sashimi-grade poke topped with ginger soy, the ahi is placed on a bed of citrus rice and romaine lettuce. The dish features traditional Asian-inspired ingredients like edamame and sesame seeds, and Rubio’s classics like crispy tortilla chips, Hass avocado slices, and signature creamy chipotle sauce.
Rubio’s also offers a variety of kids’ options including Chicken tacos, Original Fish Taco, Chicken Bites and more.
To find a local Rubio’s near you, visit rubios.com.
Islands’ Yaki Tacos - Flour tortillas stuffed with grilled chicken, teriyaki sauce, cheddar & Jack Cheese, fresh pineapple salsa, lettuce and tomatoes with a side of ranchero beans.
Islands also offers a Gremmie menu including Li’l Sliders, Half Sandcastle (grilled cheese), Jr. Wave Burger and more. **Additionally, Islands is giving a $5 bonus card for every $25 gift card purchase through December 31st**
To find a local Islands visit isandsrestaurants.com.
Luna Grill Apple Walnut Salad - Organic spring mix, slices of fresh seasonal apple, crumbled gorgonzola, candied walnuts, dried cranberries.
Kid’s options include chicken kebabs, Kid’s Burger, Quesadillas and more.
To find a local Luna Grill, visit lunagrill.com.
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