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SOCO + The OC Mix Spring Treats & Easter Offerings
04.01.21
Where to enjoy spring treats and Easter-themed offerings? Looks no further than SOCO + The OC Mix! Here is a sampling of what’s available for the season.
ARC is bringing back a house favorite classic cocktail for spring – the “Pimms Cup”. This herbaceous cocktail keeps things light and refreshing with a ribbon of cucumber to bring visual whimsey. With notes of lemon, ginger, and of course, cucumber, this drink is as revitalizing as cocktails can be. Pimm’s #1 is a gin-based digestif that is mid-proof alcohol, making this drink perfect for sunshine or a Southern California sunset.
Spring is in the air and Portola Coffee Roasters at The OC Mix is bringing seasonal hues to life with their new Spring Menu. This menu was crafted to evoke all your favorite memories of spring with blossoming flowers, the buzzing of bees, and the bold butterfly pea flower. From the Rose Orgeat Latte with house-made Orgeat, rose, espresso, milk and topped with rose petals to the Jasmine Butterfly Milk Tea with house-made jasmine syrup, butterfly pea flower cold brew tea, and milk, you won’t want to miss out on these mouthwatering beverages.
Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails Easter Feast is here. From a full feast, to a la carte items, mimosas & cocktails, Greenleaf has everything you need for the perfect Easter celebration. Each feast includes an entrée, salad, side, biscuits, and dessert! Pre-order your feast by Friday, March 26 with a minimum $75 food purchase and received a free mimosa kit, with Benvolio Prosecco. All orders must be placed by 3:00 pm Thursday, April 1.
SusieCakes is celebrating spring with an extensive April menu filled with mouthwatering goodies! Easter Treats (all available through 4/4)
Treats available include SusieEaster Wreath Cake decoration, SusieChick Luscious Lemon Cake
dressed up as the sweetest chick through 4/4! SusieLamb Cake Decoration --Pre-order only. Assorted Cupcakes with Easter quin sprinkles -- available in Mini & Regular size. Easter Cupcake Deco 4 Box Carrot, Bunny, and “Happy Easter” decorations on assorted Chocolate, Vanilla, and Red Velvet Cupcakes and much more.
SoCo Collection and The OC Mix are located at 3303-3323 Hyland Ave, in Costa Mesa.
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Easter Celebration at Beloved Mexican Restaurants
04.01.21
Three beloved Mexican restaurants are planning wonderful Easter celebrations with limited indoor, outdoor, and takeaway options for the entire family on Sunday, April 4.
Las Brisas | Laguna Beach
Las Brisas, the iconic cliffside restaurant with scaping views of the Laguna Beach coastline, will offer a three-course dine-in only Easter Brunch for $72 per person from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on their patio and extended outdoor dining area. Reservations can be made online or over the phone. There will also be a kid’s menu available for those 12 and under.
Menu options include:
To start: fresh seasonal fruit and lemon poppyseed cake
First Course: Smoked Salmon Tostada with crema, capers, and pickled onion
- Corn Mousse Tostada with cilantro and lime
- Spicy Tuna Tostada with avocado mousse and Fresno chile
Main Course:
- Crab Scramble with scallions, crème fraiche, and fresh corn tortillas
- Steak and Lobster Enchiladas with guajillo sauce, tomatillo sauce, rice, and beans
- French Toast with berries, coco nibs, macadamia nuts, and citrus butter
- Lobster Benedict (+$10) with two poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and crispy potatoes
- Huevos Rancheros with two eggs, guajillo sauce, black beans, and cotija cheese
- Roasted Chicken with crispy potatoes, roasted garlic, and cilantro crema
- Lamb Chops (+$10) with roasted carrots, chipotle, and agave glaze
- Prime Rib with mole potato purée and charred scallions
Dessert: Tres Leches Cake with strawberries, Traditional Flan, Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake
361 Cliff Drive in Laguna Beach. 949.497.5434
SOL Mexican Cocina | Playa Vista & Newport Beach
The popular Baja-inspired restaurant will offer its beloved Weekend Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for those seeking to spend time with friends and family for Easter—whether at home or at SOL for limited indoor and outdoor patio dining. Brunch highlights include:
- Crab & Shrimp Benedicto ($20) comes with two crisp-fried crab & shrimp cakes topped with poached eggs, chipotle-orange hollandaise sauce, double-smoked bacon, avocado, and refried black beans
- Chorizo & Potato Scramble ($14) includes diced red potatoes, onions, garlic chorizo, fresh spinach, tomatoes, and scrambled eggs topped with queso fresco and smoky crema
- Souffle Carlotta ($14) is a rich and creamy butter-sautéed bread pudding spiked with Patròn Citronge and lemon zest and drizzled with agave syrup, topped with mango, berries, vanilla whipped cream, almonds, and powdered sugar
SOL’s Bloody Mary ($11) – housemade Bloody Mary made with Tito’s Vodka
251 Pacific Coast Hwy, Newport Beach. 949.675.9800
Solita Tacos | Valencia & Huntington Beach
Solita celebrates great food, dynamite margaritas, and Southern California’s laid-back lifestyle. For an easygoing Easter weekend, Solita will be offering its popular Weekend Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., available for takeaway or delivery.
- Brunch Potato Nachos ($12.50) includes a platter of fried breakfast potatoes, onions, and Ranchera salsa, topped with melted cheeses, chopped bacon or chorizo, crema, and salsa
- Huevos Rancheros ($12.75) comes with two corn tortillas, refried beans, two fried or scrambled eggs, Ranchera salsa, melted cheese, avocado and cotixa cheese, served with one side
- Berry Cinnamon Bread Pudding ($9) comes with brown sugar, fresh berries, and Ceylon cinnamon served warm with a drizzle of agave syrup, brown sugar sour cream sauce, and a dollop of whipped cream
- Rainbow Mimosa ($5.50) – sparkling wine with your choice of watermelon, guava, mango, strawberry, pomegranate, or pineapple
7631 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach. 714.894.2792
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