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Jimmy’s | Rare + high-end whiskey in Orange County
01.20.20
We’re more than halfway through January and this is around the time when some are already giving up on their New Year’s Resolutions. For those throwing in the towel on #dryJanuary, Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern in Brea and Dana Point is the perfect place to go for a nip of whiskey on these chilly Southern California nights.
In addition to the freshly-prepared comfort food, friendly atmosphere and incredible views, Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern touts an impressive list of high-end whiskeys. Jimmy’s Village at La Foresta location is the premier destination for Northern Orange County foodies, and its Dana Point location in Dana Marina Plaza, adjacent to the Dana Point Harbor, features a spacious, fireplace-lit patio.
Want to impress the bartender?: Order the Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon Whiskey neat or on the rocks. This exclusive bourbon is an all-American, veteran-owned and operated company. What’s tougher than bourbon made by former Green Berets? Tasting/Aroma: Caramel, Vanilla, Toasted Corn, Honey, Custard, Nutmeg, with a hint of Spicy Oak. Well balanced and robust with a mellow finish.
Other whiskeys available at Jimmy’s: Buffalo Trace, Basil Hayden’s, Bell Meade, Blanton’s, Dickel #12, Eagle Rare, Elmer T. Lee, Henry McKenna Single, Henry McKenna Sour, Old Forester, Second Glance, Stagg Jr., Weller Antique, Weller 12, Weller Spec. Rsrv, Woodford Reserve
3325 E. Imperial Highway in Brea. 714.733.1310.
25001 Dana Point Harbor Drive in Dana Point. 949.388.8900.
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Virtual Reality Like Never Before Sandbox VR
01.19.20
Sandbox VR opens its doors at Los Cerritos Center in Cerritos on Wednesday, January 22. Sandbox VR is the kind of immersive social experience that people have dreamt of since the dawn of computing. Through a unique combination of motion capture and VR technologies, you can become anyone and go anywhere.
Guests transform into virtual avatars of themselves and enter experiences that are mapped over the physical world. Groups can feel haptic feedback, see their friends, and interact with each other just as they normally would.
Guests can immerse themselves in five exciting Sandbox experiences: The Curse of Davy Jones is a thrilling treasure hunt on the high seas, Amber Sky 2088 is a futuristic journey from the ground floor of new Hong Kong all the way up to space, Deadwood Mansion is an intense zombie survival experience, UFL throws you in an ultimate fighting ring, and the newest experience allows you to join the crew of the USS Discovery in Star Trek: Discovery Away Mission.
For more information and to make reservations, please visit sandboxvr.com
Open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m.to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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