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150 Years of Wild Snacking Fun

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2021

Just in time for National Animal Cracker Day on April 18, Stauffer's is celebrating 150 years of making snack time entertaining for the young and young at heart, as well as the fans, customers and employees that have made Stauffer's the #1 Brand of Animal Crackers in America*. To mark this milestone, Stauffer’s is releasing a limited-edition Commemorative Bear Jug packaging featuring a nostalgic label. The label pays homage to Stauffer's NIFTY® packaging from the 1800s, and pairs it with the iconic bear jug recognized by cracker-loving families. The collectible 150th Anniversary Bear Jugs (Original and Chocolate) will be available…

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OC Based African Dream Foods

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2021

OC based African Dream Foods offers an exciting variety of sauces, seasonings and salts that will directly benefit conservation efforts in Africa. The products are also available now on Walmart.com and are coming soon to Amazon Prime. The brand is presently offering a variety of 12 flavors, which include sauces, salts and seasonings sold individually and in variety-pack gift boxes. Last month African Dream Foods teased their exciting new brand of sauces, salts and spices inspired by the culture and flavors of Africa. With distribution operations are in Orange County, all products are developed and imported from South Africa using…

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Soka Performing Arts Center Presents Music As A Healing Balm

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2021

Soka Performing Arts Center presents its first event in the Manager’s Choice Series, a series designed and directed by General Manager Renee Bodie to introduce or expand upon musicians, acousticians, and others who are involved in projects that take place outside the traditional performance space. On Tuesday, April 13 at 7:30 (PDT), Renee Bodie speaks with Andrew Janss, founding cellist for the acclaimed Escher Quartet, current cellist for Break of Reality, about Project: Music Heals Us, the non-profit organization he co-founded and serves as Executive Director. The organization, since its founding in 2014, has presented over 1,000 free concerts and…

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National Grilled Cheese Day at Grater Grilled Cheese

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By Greer Wylder
April 12, 2021

Join the gourmet grilled cheese destination Grater Grilled Cheese for decadent sandwiches, irresistible deals, and a chance to win an ultimate prize on National Grilled Cheese Day on Monday, April 12.  Celebrate all month long with the Cheese Wheel of Fortune, available at all locations during select weekends. Spin and win prizes including free grilled cheese sandwiches, free fries, 10% off discounts, and more! The Cheese Wheel will be set up at the Irvine location beginning April 16-18, followed by Huntington Beach on April 23-25. Grilled cheese aficionados can also put their skills to the test virtually and unlock specialty…

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Come Swig for Selflessness!

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By Greer Wylder
April 12, 2021

Kick-off the week with a drink you can feel good about! Every week, 50% of Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens featured “Swig” cocktail benefits a local charity that’s making a difference in our community. Now through Sunday, Farmhouse is spotlighting the work Bracken’s Kitchen, which was founded by Chef Bill Bracken in 2013 with a simple mission: "Through food recovery, culinary training, and our community feeding program we are committed to recovering, repurposing, and restoring both food and lives." Open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. 2301 San Joaquin Hills Rd, Corona Del Mar. 949.640.1415.

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