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RING IN 2020 IN LAGUNA BEACH WITH A ROCKIN’ NEW YEAR’S EVE SOIRÉE
12.18.19
Ring in 2020 in Laguna Beach at a New Year's Eve Party with the Laguna Foundation of the Arts at the award-winning Seven-Degrees. The evening will include a memorable final meal of the year with a special spread from Driftwood Kitchen, The Deck on Laguna, and Hendrix Restaurant & Bar, with an open bar for the first hour featuring beer, wine, and champagne! Guests will have an opportunity to enjoy live entertainment from Common Sense, set to perform on the main stage, as well as Addie Hamilton in a special VIP level.
Tickets prices for New Year’s Eve begin at $159 per person, which a variety of ticket options available. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit rockin-nye-in-laguna-beach-its-common-sense-tickets.
Seven Degrees is at 891 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.
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Christmas DIning in OC
12.18.19
On Christmas Eve and Christmas, you have some great options in dining in Orange County. The following restaurants are planning special menus and a la carte menus so that you can enjoy a memorable dining experience.
The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar - TUSTIN & NEWPORT BEACH
Eat, Drink & Be Merry at The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar! The restaurant’s Tustin and Newport Beach locations will be offering Christmas Eve Dinner on Tuesday, December 24th with its full menu, as well as specials for the evening! Beverages, tax, and gratuity separate. To learn more or to make your reservation, please call Tustin at (714) 258-7600 or Newport Beach at (949) 999-6622. See dinner menu for each location online at thewineryrestaurants.com.
BELLO — NEWPORT BEACH
Spend Christmas Eve at BELLO by Sandro Nardone, where guests may enjoy a combination of traditional authentic Italian food and modern dishes in a style similar to that served at the top restaurants in Italy. Chef Sandro will offer his full menu, which revolves around the very best ingredients and simplicity, the two guiding principles that have always been the foundation of traditional Italian cuisine. Guests may partake in a seasonal craft cocktail with an Italian twist or an incredible Italian wine offered as part of BELLO’s dynamic bar program. The full menu and reservation information can be found at bellobysandronardone.com.
ARC Food & Libations - COSTA MESA
Celebrate Christmas Eve at this American Roast House located at the South Coast Collection in Costa Mesa! Chef Noah von Blom presents homemade foods using only locally sourced, fresh ingredients and artisan-crafted products that deliver original flavors into every dish and cocktail. The result is hearty, rustic, oven-to-table food made for sharing, complemented by fresh, innovative cocktails. ARC will be open until 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th. For menus and reservations, visit arcrestaurant.com.
ARC Butcher + Baker - NEWPORT BEACH
Allow Chef Noah von Blom to make Christmas Eve Dinner for you at home! ARC Butcher + Baker offers a la carte options ranging from Prime Rib and Roast Salmon, to Duck Fat Brussels sprouts and Apple Tart Tatin. Place orders by December 22 for pick-up on Christmas Eve. For more information and to place orders, call 949-877-0190 or email marin@arcrestaurant.com.
Fable & Spirit — NEWPORT BEACH
Spending Christmas Eve at Fable & Spirit for a progressive, modern dining experience in a dynamic setting! Executive Chef David Shofner presents an innovative experience with a globally inspired menu that focuses on fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Dinner reservations will be taken until 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. For menu and reservations, please visit fableandspirit.com.
Knife Pleat — (South Coast Plaza) COSTA MESA
Enjoy an elegant Christmas Eve Lunch by Michelin-starred chef Tony Esnault at Knife Pleat. Enjoy modern, seasonal interpretations of classic French techniques by Esnault as à la carte options or a three-course menu, and save room for dessert created by talented French pastry chef Germain Biotteau. Knife Pleat will only be open for lunch service on Tuesday, December 24th from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit knifepleat.com.
Driftwood Kitchen - LAGUNA BEACH
Join Driftwood Kitchen for an incredible seaside Christmas Eve Dinner! fresh seafood, hand-shucked oysters and steaks! The space encompasses a classic California Coastal vibe with breathtaking oceanfront views. The new Stateroom Bar within Driftwood Kitchen serves as a place to enjoy artisan cocktails with an emphasis on Bourbons and Whiskeys, artfully and creatively blended into tasty concoctions with a play on classic cocktails. Acclaimed Chef Rainer Schwarz celebrates the holiday with his full menu, along with a few specials to entice! For reservations at Driftwood Kitchen, call 949.715.7700. driftwoodkitchen.com/.
The Deck on Laguna Beach - LAGUNA BEACH
The beautiful Pacific Ocean is the perfect backdrop to enjoy Christmas Eve! Guests can look forward to ocean-to-table favorites prepared by Chef Rainer Schwarz, hand-crafted cocktails and an unparalleled view of Laguna Beach. The Deck will be offering its entire menu, so you know there is something for everyone's appetite! To make reservations at The Deck, call 949.494.6700. deckonlaguna.com/
Hendrix Restaurant & Bar - LAGUNA NIGUEL
Celebrate Christmas Eve with Hendrix’s menu of New American cuisine, which assimilates flavors from the melting pot of traditional American cooking techniques. Executive Chef Rainer Schwarz’s seasonal menu of fish, steaks and chops are complemented by a rotisserie, which will deliver dishes for in-house dining as well as takeaway. Hendrix features a full bar with a beverage program that includes a mix of signature drinks, a quality draft program of American craft beers, and an easy-to-navigate wine list. Hendrix will be offering a limited version of its menu on Christmas Eve; for reservations, call 949.248.1912 or hendrixoc.com.
Sapphire Laguna - LAGUNA BEACH
Enjoy a home-cooked Christmas Eve meal at Sapphire Laguna! The restaurant offers a 3-course menu with something for everyone in your family, with a choice of starter, entree and dessert. Add a craft cocktail or glass of wine to complete the meal — after all, nothing beats Christmas Eve at the beach! Holiday menu ranges from $74-$95 per guest (excludes taxes, gratuity & beverages). For more information, call (949) 715-9888. View menu and make reservations online at sapphirelaguna.com.
You don't have to dine in at Sapphire to enjoy their home-cooked Christmas Eve Dinner! Sapphire has become known for providing a meal to go that will make your Christmas Dinner absolutely memorable and, best of all, stress-free! Chef Azmin's holiday recipes have been receiving compliments for years, and if you want to see why all you have to do is order your complete meal or a la carte dishes by December 22nd, pick up your meal on Christmas Eve, and warm in your own oven! To see the full menu and place orders, visit sapphirelaguna.com/christmas-eve-dinner-to-go/.
Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar - ORANGE
Treat your family to Christmas Eve Dinner at Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar! Located in historic Old Towne Orange, this beloved establishment boasts a menu featuring fresh, awe-inspiring ingredients. Chef Craig Brady has something for everyone, and the bar complements his offerings with craft cocktails, spectacular wines and a selection of beer that’s pretty hard to beat. To make reservations, please call (714) 221-0680 or visit havengastropub.com/.
Sushi Roku — NEWPORT BEACH
Spend Christmas Eve at Sushi Roku on Tuesday, December 24th, when the Fashion Island restaurant will be offering its full menu that unites traditional Japanese cuisine and vibrant global flavors with the seasonal bounty our California landscape provides. Experience the finest, freshest fish from around the globe with the kind of artistry that can only be executed by a seasoned sushi chef to ensure an unparalleled sushi experience. Certified sake sommeliers and mixologists have crafted a diverse and exceptional beverage menu to complement the cuisine. Reservations can be made by calling 949-706-3622 or visiting sushiroku.com.
PUESTO — Two LOCATIONS IN IRVINE
Enjoy an authentic Mexican Christmas Eve Lunch at Puesto! Sourcing its ingredients from in and around the state, Puesto has reached national acclaim for its Mexico City-style tacos made with non-GMO organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas, crispy melted cheese, and scratch salsas. Join them for their full lunch menu on Christmas Eve at two Irvine locations (last seating at 1:30 p.m.) Menu and reservations can be found at eatpuesto.com.
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