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England’s Own Shakeaway
05.11.15
Milkshake enthusiasts will be over the moon on this one: U.K. based Shakeaway, the self-described “World's Largest Milkshake Bar Company” just opened a location at The Strand in Huntington Beach. The original Shakeaway opened in Bournemouth, England, a small coastal town in 1999.
Shakeaway’s endless possibilities features more than 180 ingredients so that you can customize your order to create delicious milkshakes and smoothies with options such as extra crunchy ice and fat-free frozen yogurts.
You’ll be in awe of the selections that are categorized as chocolatey, cakey, cookies, luxury, sweety, fruity, everything elsey, fit and healthy, and even a “Taste of London” (Cadbury chocolate, Jaffa Cake, Kinder Bueno) and a “Taste of Mexico” (Conejito de chocolate, Mamu and Mazapan) for more options.
You can also order some crispy and low fat fries for a classic milkshake and fries experience. You can view the entire menu here.
With each Shakeaway that opens--50 shops worldwide in all--each location must offer a local menu adapted to its environs.
Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Shakeaway is at 120 5th Street in Huntington Beach.
The Strand’s other retailers include Rip Curl, Skechers, ANGL, Crocs, Forever 21, Johnny Rockets, Ritter's Steam Kettle Cooking, Active Ride Shop and Bruxie Gourmet Waffle Sandwiches. The Strand is located adjacent to the world-famous Huntington Beach Pier.
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Taste of the Tavern
05.11.15
Join the second annual Taste of the Tavern, an exclusive food and wine tasting at Selanne Steak Tavern in Laguna Beach on Saturday, May 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to benefit the Santa Margarita Catholic High School Ice Hockey Program.
Guests can taste high-end wines and champagnes, a tequila bar featuring Libre Spirits tequila, a sampling of hors d’oeuvres, small plates and desserts throughout the restaurant. There were also be silent and live auctions including getaways to the Wailea, Maui and Mammoth, Anaheim Ducks and Kings autographed items and game tickets, cigars, Master Drive skills clinic and much more.
Tickets cost $150 per person, and can be purchased online here. For more information on ticket sales contact Kim Hardwick at 949.231.0872.
Selanne Steak Tavern is at 1464 S Coast Hwy. in Laguna Beach.
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