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Homemade and hearty, Carolina’s Italian In Anaheim
04.12.16
If you love old school Italian food—hearty portions, homemade pasta, made to order pizzas and cheesy garlic bread—you are going to love Carolina’s Italian Restaurant a longtime family owned restaurant in Garden Grove that just opened a second location in Anaheim.
The wait staff at Carolina’s in Anaheim goes out of their way to make you feel at home. They’re friendly, attentive and will bring you complimentary cheese garlic bread and will happily make menu suggestions.
The Taste of Italy—a trio of Shrimp Alfredo, Chicken Pesto & Spaghetti with meatballs is one of their signature plates and it’s great for sharing. Other favorites include the platter of delicious meatballs topped with homemade marinara sauce; the beef lasagna, calzone filled with meatballs, ham, sausage, cheese, homemade marinara sauce and topped with cheese and marinara; and Carolina’s 7 layer pizza with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, black olives, bell peppers and tomatoes. Carolina’s is also known for its extensive beer and wine list. It’s reported to have the largest beer list in Orange County—more than 400 beers to choose from.
The restaurant also caters year-round, for small gatherings to a party of 1,000 people. Carolina’s is perfect for any occasion.
Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday.
Carolina’s Italian Restaurant is at 915 S. Harbor Blvd. in Anaheim.
Carolina’s original location is at 12045 Chapman Ave., in Garden Grove. 714.971.5551.
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#Fashion + ArtLIVE
04.12.16
By Christianna Barrack
Fashionomics LIVE, a non-profit internship program, presents #Fashion+ArtLIVE, at the OC Fair and Event Center, Saturday, April 16, at 3 p.m.
This student-produced fashion and talent showcase celebrates the return of the arts to schools, and is free of charge. Guests will be treated to music and dance performances lead by Chapman University and UC Irvine production crews of stylist, set designers, graphic designers, and more.
Caitlin Carmichael, who is known for her roles in “Criminal Minds,” “True Blood,” and “Hot in Cleveland,” is set to MC, and professional model Michael Aronwits who was featured in Italian Vogue at the age of 17, will be on hand to coach students on walking, posture, and quick changes.
Backstage tours will be available, along with a post-show meet and greets.
The events sponsors include: Crossroads Trading Company, Toni&Guy Hairdressing Academy, Michelle Fong, Founder of Dial M for Make Up, XOP Floral, and Newport Harbor High student DJ, Jesse Camano.
Fashionomics LIVE is dedicated to sharing the many professions within the industry, via unique experiences and internships for high school and college students.
OC Fair and Event Center is at 88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa. 714.227.9878.
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