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SEPTEMBER Special at the AWARD-WINNING WILLOWS HISTORIC PALM SPRINGS INN

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By Greer Wylder
August 15, 2019

The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn, a luxury destination built in 1925 as a private residence and a Four-Diamond hideaway since 1996, has announced a special offer of $100 off any room, any night during the month of September. Reservations must be made by August 15, for travel through September 30 and includes a three-course, chef-driven breakfast plus evening wine and hors d’oeuvres. The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn is a luxury compound consisting of two spacious 1925 mansions, the Mead and Bishop Houses.  Built for two prominent Los Angeles couples and best friends, the structures are considered architectural “fraternal twins”…

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NON-CHEMICAL, REEF-SAFE AND ORGANIC Products

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By Greer Wylder
August 14, 2019

Looking for some new chemical-free sunscreens, insect repellents and cleaning products that you can feel good about using? If you’re concerned about chemicals there’s Greenerways Organic, a company devoted to bringing safe and chemical free products. And, there’s a great new 2-in-1 SPF 30 & Bug Repellent: a natural broad spectrum SPF 30 (UVA & UVB Protection) that’s reef-safe, natural, water resistant and DEET-free while repelling mosquitos and flying insects.  The rest of the product line is wonderful as well. It includes: Insect Repellent, Mosquito-Free Zone, 2-in-1 Hand & Surface Cleaner and All-Purpose Cleaner. Most of their products are USDA-certified organic, non-GMO Project Verified,…

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Wellness Week Returns to Newport Beach

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By Greer Wylder
August 14, 2019

Take a break from the demands of everyday life and find your self-care sanctuary in Newport Beach during Wellness Week on August 23-29. Build your own wellness retreat from their menu of city-wide offerings, from holistic hotel packages and energizing active experiences to healthy eats and restoring spa services, Newport Beach invites you to relax, reset and rejuvenate. Local businesses such as Balboa Bay Resort, Pelican Hill, Gratitude Café and more offer wellness deals for a week. There will also be a “throwback Thursday” kick-off event at Fashion Island with an aerobics class lead by Newport Peach plus store pop-ups…

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Newport Beach Wine & Food Oct. 3 - 6

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By Greer Wylder
August 13, 2019

Newport Beach Wine & Food is only two months away (returning from October 3-6 this year), and tickets are going quick for some of the weekend's most coveted events. Limited tickets are still available for Saturday and Sunday's Grand Tasting event featuring endless bites from more than 40 of OC's top restaurants, 250+ varieties of world-class wines, and interactive chef demos from Richard Blais, Antonia Lofaso, Hubert Keller, Brooke Williamson, and more. Highly-anticipated events like the Fire It Up beachside barbecue, JUSTIN Isosceles vertical library tasting, Cristal & Caviar pairing with Chef Alan Greeley, and Cult Wines of Napa seminar…

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Affogato a la Rose

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By Greer Wylder
August 13, 2019

As temperatures rise this summer, Davio’s at the Irvine Towers has the perfect dessert to cool down with. "Affogato a la Rosé," is perfect for hot summer days and nights! A take on the Frozé, Davio's version is made with 2 scoops of housemade peach sorbet, fresh raspberries, and rosé prosecco poured tableside. The full menus can be found here. Davio’s is located at 18420 Von Karman Avenue in Irvine. 949.477.4810.

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