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Whole Purpose Yoga
03.17.15
The Center for Living Peace in Irvine is one of the best places in Orange County for workshops and classes that inspire people of all ages to be the change they wish to see in the world. One of their next classes is Whole Purpose Yoga: YOGAlogical class on Thursday, April 9 at 6 p.m. that’s ideal for all levels and skills.
The cost is $20 and you can reserve a spot here. You’ll learn about the true meaning of yoga, and how it can useful for everyday life to calm the mind. It really can increase overall health, and slow the aging process.
The OC Center for Living Peace ( near Blaze Pizza and Focus Dance Studio) is at 4139 Campus Drive in Irvine. 949.854.5500
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Luck o’ the Irish Cocktails
03.15.15
Looking for a creative twist to your St. Patrick’s Day libations? The Oak Grill in Newport Beach and Selanne Steak Tavern in Laguna Beach will be celebrating the Luck o’ the Irish with refreshing and specialty cocktails.
The Irish Kiss at Oak Grill, at a very lucky $7, is a mini pot of gold St. Patty’s day cocktail. Mixologists create it with just the perfect ratio of Jameson Irish Whiskey, Peach Schnapps and fresh pineapple juice. You can enjoy this cocktail at on one of the largest and most impressive dining and drinking terraces in Newport Beach – the new Oak Grill restaurant and bar at Island Hotel.
Oak Grill at 690 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. 949.760.4920.
With a nod to the Emerald Isle, Selanne Steak Tavern will be celebrating the Luck o’ the Irish now through Tuesday, March 17. Created by head bartender Neil Matchko, The St. Pad “Tee” cocktail at $12, is a green with a bit of froth named for owner Teemu Selanne who goes by “Tee” by his friends. It’s concocted with Jameson, orange juice and Blue Curaçao and garnished with a clover and lemon peel mini metal skewer.
Selanne Steak Tavern is at 1464 South Coast Highway in Laguna Beach. 949.715.9881.
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