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IMPROV ON THE ARGYROS PLAZA

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By Greer Wylder
April 05, 2021

So you think you can act? Segerstrom Center for the Arts in association with South Coast Repertory, is introducing a new series: Improv on the Plaza. These improv workshops will help the aspiring actors among us or simply hone lapsed social skills in preparation for your long-awaited re-entry into public situations. They will be taught by Greg Atkins, an SCR Theatre Conservatory teaching artist. Classes will be on Wednesdays April 14, 21 and 28 and May 5 starting at 6:30 p.m. on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza. The price per class is just $10, but space is limited to…

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gourmet charcuterie boards to go

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By Greer Wylder
April 02, 2021

Just in time for Easter! Orange Coast Winery is offering delicious, gourmet charcuterie boards available in convenient (and cute) to-go boxes! Choose from three different sizes to fit your occasion, and let them have the job of preparing the perfect Easter appetizers for you! The large box includes 3oz each: Aged Cheddar, Brie, Calabrese, Dried Apricots, Dried Cranberries, Fig Jam, Goat Cheese, Hatch Chili Cheese, Marcona Almonds, Prosciutto, Rosemary Asiago, Smoked Gouda, Soppressata, and a sleeve of Crackers. Priced at $140. The medium box includes 3oz each: Aged Cheddar, Brie, Dried Apricots, Dried Cranberries, Fig Jam, Marcona Almonds, Prosciutto, Rosemary…

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Easter Menus from Old Brea Chop House

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By Greer Wylder
April 02, 2021

Whether dining in or dining out, Old Brea Chop House is offering both options this Easter Sunday. The dine-in menu will include their traditional Sunday Brunch menu served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., which features steakhouse-inspired dishes like Surf & Turf Benedict, Lemon Ricotta Fritters and Beet-Cured Salmon Hash. Dinner will be served all day long and include three specialty entrees: Sea Scallops, Prime Rib and Dover Sole. Reservations required here. For those more comfortable enjoying Easter at home, Old Brea Chop House is offering Easter Takeaway Feasts, available to pre-order.  With options for two or four to six…

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THe Water Grill’s Final Market Sale

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2021

The Water Grill’s final Market Sale will be held on Saturday, April 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. With outdoor and indoor dining opening up, they’re looking toward the future and focusing on providing an amazing dining experience — whenever you’re ready to visit! The Market Sale will include Fresh Seafood, Prime Steaks, local produce, live lobsters, oysters, King Crab Legs, dry-aged steaks. They even have bottles of wine and take-out cocktails! Please bring your own bags. Cash or credit card only. The Water Grill would like to thank everyone in the OC community who supported their Market Sales…

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SOCO + The OC Mix Spring Treats & Easter Offerings

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2021

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…

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