Dining

Turkish Delight in OC!
12.10.10
GG’s Bistro is a favorite Laguna Beach restaurant serving a combination of authentic Turkish and Italian cuisine. So here’s your spot if you’re craving some Mediterranean favorites like hummus, borek filled with Feta, Swiss cheese, and sautéed onion rings; spaghetti Bolognese; fresh panini sandwiches served on focaccia or ciabatta; Alexander gyro kebabs; a variety of shish kebabs and even Turkish tea and coffee.
Choose from breakfast items such as French toast, Turkish toast (grilled cheese panini with Kashkaval cheese, with Turkish sausage), Mediterranean plate, and tasty omelets served with hash browns. At lunch, selections include freshly made soups, salads, appetizers, and hot pita sandwiches; and at dinner choose also from fresh seafood entrees, lamb dishes, pastas and much more.
Leave room for dessert. GG’s specializes in homemade Baklava, crème brulee cheesecake and tiramisu.
Enjoy live jazz Wednesday evenings 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; and happy hour 4 to 6: 30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. 540 S. Coast Highway, Suite 108 in Laguna Beach. 949.494.9306.
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Get Into the Holiday Spirit!
12.10.10
Bundle up, gather the family and ring in the season with OC Parks. The Candlelight Tour returns on Saturday, and Sunday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Heritage Hill Historical Park in Lake Forest. The park will transform into an extravagant celebration with 1,000 luminarias lighting the buildings, illuminating the pathways and shining on the park grounds. Holiday carolers, local musicians, storytellers and flamenco dancers present seasonal entertainment throughout the evening. Visit Santa and enjoy warm cider, cocoa and homemade confections. 25151 Serrano Road in Lake Forest. Costs $4 Adults, $3 kids ages 3-12. Free parking. 949.923.2230 or 949.923.2232.
Enjoy a free holiday music celebration at Mason Regional Park in Irvine at the seasonally adorned outdoor amphitheater on Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. The local high school performing arts department will perform an interactive seasonal “Sing Along” and Santa will make a special appearance. Seating is on the grass so bring blankets or lawn chairs and make sure to bundle up for winter weather! Mason Regional Park at 18712 University Drive in Irvine. Free parking after 4 p.m. 949.923.2220 or 949.923.2223.
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