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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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SOCO’s M.O.D. (Masters of Design)

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By Greer Wylder
April 09, 2021

SOCO’s all new mini-series is here: SOCO’s Masters of Design!  (or M.O.D. Series, for short). SOCO, Southern California's destination for interior design inspiration, brings you a new design resource, Masters of Design. It’s SOCO’s very own spin on the celebrated MasterClass series that is relevant to all audiences – perfect for seasoned designers, design interested consumers, and anyone else who enjoys the luxuries of the home!  Episodes include home tours from OC’s top interior designers, tips & tricks on how to achieve the latest design trends in your own home, the hottest new products, showroom tours, and so much more.  …

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URBAN PLATES LAUNCHes NEW MOBILE TABLE SERVICE

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By Greer Wylder
April 09, 2021

Urban Plates—the chef-driven restaurant brand offering made-from-scratch meals using ethically sourced ingredients—implements a new service model that bridges the gap between fast casual and full-service restaurants, with Coronavirus safety at the forefront. With initial plans to roll out the service mid-to-late 2021, Urban Plates expedited the launch due to the pandemic, as the new model allows for safer, streamlined guest experience, and contact-reduced ordering without sacrificing service. The new service model works seamlessly with Urban Plates newly launched app, available on IOS and Android devices, giving guests a variety of ways to order, and even skip the line. How it…

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