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20qs

Angela Cortright

10.10.11

1. If you had to begin a different career, what would you do?
Documentary filmmaker.

2.What’s your most prized possession?
My spirit.

3. Favorite drink?
Angelini (my own martini – Chopin up, lemon twist, ‘float’ of Chambord).

4. What are you cutting out because of the economy?
"Play days."

5. Fantasy purchase?
Vacation home in St. John.

6. What can’t you live without?
Sleep.

7. What’s next on your “to do” list?
Join SCORE – service corps of retired executives – to help entrepreneurs or emerging businesspeople.

8. Biggest regret?
Not taking that ‘Junior Year Abroad’ while in college.

9. Cause that you’re most interested/involved in?
Susan Komen Race for the Cure.

10. Your dream day in Orange County?
Hike in the a.m., do some gardening, lunch in a picturesque setting with a dear friend, nap in the afternoon, read a little, sunset harbor cruise, delicious dinner with family and sleep in freshly made bed.

11. Favorite place for breakfast?
Newport Beach Yacht Club – can’t beat it!

12. What was the best day of your life?
One Easter Sunday in the late ‘70’s. My whole family was together and we all put on goofy hats and I just remember the feeling of love and laughter and our unique family twisted humor – it’s just popping up as unforgettably wonderful!!! That, and the day my dear Chuck asked me to be his bride!

13. Last concert that you went to?
Aerosmith.

14. Favorite vacation spot?
St. John, Virgin Islands.

15. If you had to live somewhere else, where would you like to move?
San Diego area.

16. Favorite books?
Plum Island – Nelson DeMille.

17. Favorite restaurants in Orange County?
True Food Kitchen, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, Rothschild’s, Bluewater Grill, Brasserie Pascal, El Torito, Cucina Alessa, Wildfish, The Bungalow Restaurant.

18. Biggest accomplishment?
Humanitarian of the Year award from Women’s Cancer Research Foundation

19. What’s your biggest fear?
Not being able to enjoy any rest before I die or get sick.

20. Secret most people don't know about you
I was in a movie in my 20’s called ‘Fraternity Row’ – still occasionally airing on insomniac television.

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Small Bites, Big Causes

10.07.11

Here’s a rare opportunity for you to enjoy the exclusive and elegant Center Club in Costa Mesa. On Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the Center Club is open to all for its premiere culinary fundraiser, Small Bites for Big Causes.

Some of the finest local chefs will engage in a spirited competition showcasing small plate fare. Other festivities include live entertainment and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit MDA’s Augie’s Quest, For OC Kids Neurodevelopmental Center and ClubCorp’s Employee Partners Care Foundation.

Some renowned participating chefs include Chef Jean Pierre Dubray of Pelican Hill Resort, Chef Bill Bracken of Island Hotel, Chef Britta Pulliam of Britta’s Café, and Chef Lindsay Smith-Rosales of Nirvana Grill. Celebrity judges include Simon Majumdar, Cathy Thomas, Christine Avanti, P.J. Ochlan, and Mary Carrington.

Tickets cost $100 per person; or $150 for VIP includes early admission and reception at 5:30 pm.

To purchase tickets, visit smallbitesforbigcauses.com. The Center Club is at 650 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa.

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