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Santa Monica Seafood’s ‘Wild Bill’ Special

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By Greer Wylder
August 04, 2020

Attention seafood lovers! Santa Monica Seafood proudly presents Wild Bill a “Wild” selection of fantastic products and recipes curated by Chef Bill Bracken himself and designed to impress! Serves 2 - 4 people. Chef Bill Bracken is an award-winning Executive Chef who was voted “Chef of the Year” by the California Restaurant Writers Association and has received rave reviews in publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure. What You Will Receive: 1 lb (14oz-16oz) Sockeye Salmon Portion 4 ea (6oz) Ahi Tuna Steaks (Check out Chef Bracken’s Tuna Tartare with Avocados and Blood…

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Celebrate National Oyster Day with $1 oysters At Raw Bar by Slapfish

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By Greer Wylder
August 04, 2020

Seafood lovers have something to celebrate on National Oyster Day when Raw Bar by Slapfish offers $1 oysters on Wednesday, August 5, from 12 to 9 p.m. Guests who purchase one dozen of the bivalve mollusks will also receive a complimentary glass of Champagne to enjoy on their spacious outdoor patio. Raw Bar will serve a variety of east coast and west coast oysters on the half shell with shallot vinegar, grated horseradish, and cocktail sauce. Widely known as an aphrodisiac, oysters are also high in protein, zinc and B12. The Surf City restaurant also recently launched a summer special…

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Poke Pop Up At the Hall Global Eatery

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By Greer Wylder
August 03, 2020

Last week’s poke pop-up at The Hall Global Eatery at South Coast Plaza was a wonderful success and sold-out by 3 p.m. Starting today, guests may order poke bowls for takeout or dine-in on the outdoor patio. Hours are 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily or until it is gone.  Guests will receive a poke order sheet and check off their selections of fish, rice or salad base, toppings and garnishes. After paying at the Patisserie, the order will be brought over when it is ready. The Hall Global Eatery is on Level 1, at South Coast Plaza. 714.515.5544.

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Drive-In Movie Event at SOKA

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By Greer Wylder
August 03, 2020

Bring your family for a night of fun and entertainment at Aliso Viejo’s next Drive-In Movie screening of “Onward” held on Thursday, August 6 at 8 p.m. at Soka University. The event is free, however, registration is required and space is limited. They highly recommend setting up your Recreation account ahead of time to expedite the process. Please note that registration will only be taken online at avcity.org/movie. Set in a suburban fantasy world, Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” introduces two teenage elf brothers who embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still a little magic left out…

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“AN THE GARDEN” PATIO DINING

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By Greer Wylder
July 31, 2020

AnQi at South Coast Plaza just debuted patio seating Wednesday - Sunday, 12-9 p.m. A beautiful space has been created with 15 tables where guests can partake of small plates, the AnQi menu with signature dishes, Noodle Bar offerings, cocktails and wine. Now through Sunday, guests will be offered complimentary bottomless rosé wine when seated in AN the Garden, adjacent to Bloomingdale's South Coast Plaza. Sanitation procedures are at a new level with the House of AN’s “Extra Care and Contactless Service.” This includes masks/gloves for all employees, guests' temperature taken upon arrival, hermetically sealed silverware, UV blue-light wands to enhance a germ-free environment, and…

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