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Juice it Up! Tasty Treat Combos
09.08.16
Juice It Up!, a popular raw juice bar and hand-crafted smoothie chain just launched Tasty Treat Combos featuring three new, kid-friendly smoothies paired with a bag of chips or pretzel bites, along with a glow in the dark wrist band. Designed with kids 12 and under in mind, the three new smoothies, served in 12 oz. portions, are both dairy and gluten free.
Perfect as an after-school snack or a sports practice, all three new Tasty Treat smoothies fulfill nearly two servings of fruits, while the Green Monster Smoothie also features a full serving of veggies. The new smoothie options are dairy, gluten, fat and cholesterol free, and are a great source of Vitamin C and fiber. The three flavors include Tropical Twist Smoothie: Mango Juice Blend, Mango, Pineapple; Strawberry Swirl Smoothie: Strawberry Juice Blend, Strawberries and Bananas; and Green Monster Smoothie: Apple Juice Blend, Lemonade, Raw Spinach, Pineapple and Banana.
The Tasty Treat Combos cost $4.50 and are available for a limited time alongside Juice it Up!’s fresh-squeezed raw juices, blended-to-order real fruit and veggie smoothies, and nutrient-rich bowls loaded with superfruits Açaí and Pitaya.
Juice it Up! in Orange County:
26921 Aliso Creek Road, Ste. G Aliso Viejo. 949.448.0486.
5899 Lincoln Ave, #C Buena Park. 714.821.1620.
1170 Baker Street Costa Mesa. 714.754.7402.
6864 Katella Avenue in Cypress. 714.894.3779.
26612 Towne Centre Dr. #D Foothill Ranch. 949.461.0611.
18122 Brookhurst, Ste.C in Fountain Valley. 714.964.8261.
800 N. State College, TSU Food Crt. (JIU#2) Fullerton. 714.447.9847.
9111 Atlanta in Huntington Beach. 714.593.9353.
21008 Beach Boulevard Huntington Beach. 714.536.5053.
5353 Warner Ave., Unit C-2 Huntington Beach. 714.840.5575.
5365 Alton Pkwy, Ste G. in Irvine. 949.551.6330.
6610 Irvine Center Drive in Irvine. 949.396.6215.
14031 Jeffrey Rd. Irvine. 949.653.2072.
22331 El Toro Rd. Ste. C Lake Forest. 949.462.0704.
22342 El Paseo #D Rancho Santa Margarita. 949.858.8545.
2268 East 17th St. in Santa Ana. 714.835.3629.
802-J Avenida Pico San Clemente. 949.542.7979.
2348 Park Ave. Tustin. 714.259.0776.
Dining

Brio Tuscan Grille’s new, “Moderno” menu
09.08.16
Tuscan dining in Orange County just got even better with Brio Tuscan Grille’s new, “Moderno” menu featuring 13 new entrées; delicious small plates ideal for sharing, a renewed drink selection, and a chic menu design. The menu highlights a new take on Tuscan dining. “Moderno” menu items include Espresso Rubbed Ribeye, Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts, Balsamic Braised Short Ribs and Roasted Tomato Basil Fettuccine.
Longtime fans of Brio's time-honored favorites can still choose from signature plates such as Lasagna Bolognese Al Forno, grilled to order steaks, made-to-order pastas, Caesar salad, Bruschettas and Flatbreads, Tuscan Grilled Porkchops and plenty of low-calorie and gluten-free selections.
The wide variety of choices on the new menu was created to cater to individual tastes. BRIO's two-course lunch plates allow you to combine a soup or salad with a delicious entrée, while enjoying portion control. In the spirit of sharing, guests can enjoy the dinner menu's array of small plates, from Mezza Beef Carpaccio to White Bean Dip, created for two, three or four people to experience together.
Brio's new menu items include appetizers such as Brûléed Parmesan Crème and Burrata & Ciabatta; and Bruschetta Chef's Seasonal Bruschetta.
Seafood selections include Crab Crusted Salmon; Shrimp Risotto & Broiled Maine Lobster Tail; Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and Pan Roasted Tilapia.
From the Grille — New Grilled Entrees with inspired sides include Espresso Rubbed Ribeye (16 oz.); Center-Cut Filet Mignon (6 oz. & 8 oz.); Lamb Chops; and seasonal fresh catch.
Sides such as Fingerling Potatoes BRIO; Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts, Sicilian Cauliflower, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Spinach & Kale, White Bean & Escarole Ragout, and Haricot Vert & Roasted Peppers.
Chef's Specialties include Balsamic Braised Short Rib and Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Sandwiches include Burger Americano; Prosciutto & Burrata Sandwich; and Short Rib & White Cheddar Sandwich. Pasta includes Roasted Tomato Basil Fettuccine.
BRIO Tuscan Grille (near Nordstrom) is at the Irvine Spectrum Center at 618 Fortune Drive in Irvine. 949.341.0380.
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