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Drive-In Movies At the LOT

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By Greer Wylder
August 12, 2020

Hang out (in your cars) at the Summer Drive-In Movie Series, presented by THE LOT at Fashion Island. The films take place on the top floor of the parking deck near Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom. The first film is on Thursday, August 13, Opening Night: $75 (per car). Experience includes a $20 gift card from THE LOT, a Fashion Island tote bag, and a limited-edition movie poster autographed by Dana Brown.* Friday - Sunday: admission is $60 per car. Experience includes a $20 THE LOT gift card.* TIME 6 p.m. - Venue opens 8 p.m. - Movie starts at sunset Friday,…

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Earthbar Pops Up in Santa Monica

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By Greer Wylder
August 12, 2020

Earthbar brings an all-new pop-up concept - Discovery Bar by Earthbar - to Santa Monica putting the menu power in the hands of guests as the brand expands its menu and prepares for upcoming growth throughout Southern California. The new Discovery Bar, a true community wellness project, located at 1426 Montana Avenue, will serve as the newest neighborhood spot to feed the physical body, and in turn the spirit and mind, with an innovative menu that guests can provide feedback on, as well as an uplifting mural created by local artist, July. A health food institution in LA County for…

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Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails Reopens!

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By Greer Wylder
August 11, 2020

Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails at SOCO is officially open once again!  To celebrate the grand reopening, the restaurant is offering a complimentary skinny margarita or glass of wine to guests all month long (all you need to do to redeem and start earning rewards is download the app!) and they’ve also introduced an all-new core menu.  The SOCO location now features an exclusive wine bar and cocktail program inspired by the beach vibes of the community, as well as a spacious outdoor patio for guests, reopening just in time for the end of summer. Greenleaf has always been committed to…

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DUFF’S CAKEMIX LAUNCHES PICK-UP AND DELIVERY

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By Greer Wylder
August 11, 2020

At a time when we all can use a sweet pick-me-up, Duff’s Cakemix announces the highly anticipated launch of pick-up and delivery at their West Hollywood, Pasadena and Irvine locations. The do-it-yourself cake decorating studio founded by Food Network star, Duff Goldman, provides everything you need to bring your cake vision to life – at home! Cake decorating kits are perfect for virtual birthday parties, a DIY activity night for the family, and for those who simply want to “make” their cake and eat it too!   Available through GrubHub at duffscakemix, the DIY decorating experience allows you to decorate like…

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Midsummer Jazz Mondays

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By Greer Wylder
August 10, 2020

Bistango added something fun to their outdoor live music lineup in conjunction with West Coast Jazz. Sunset Jazz at Newport has moved to Bistango this summer, with a socially distanced lineup of great musicians on the Irvine restaurant’s large outdoor patio. The Midsummer Jazz Mondays will be ticketed so as to ensure the organizers can provide a safe place for music lovers and foodies to enjoy. Next up Monday, Aug. 17 Carol Welsman Quartet’s Tribute to Miss Peggy Lee. Aug. 24 John Proulx Quartet salutes Nat King Cole & Chet Baker Aug. 31 The Peak Experience with Barbara Morrison and…

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