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Lebanese-Style Shawarma New at Daphne’s

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By Greer Wylder
October 10, 2019

Daphne’s, the fresh and wholesome fast casual known for its nourishing and healthy Mediterranean-inspired offerings, has embraced its culinary roots with the addition of hand-carved chicken shawarma. This authentic Mediterranean dish is made from tender Halal meat, slow-roasted on a vertical spit, and seasoned with sumac, pepper, cinnamon, and other herbs.  Shawarma has long been a staple across the Mediterranean, and Daphne’s guests can now add it to their plates, salads, and bowls, or enjoy it on the new Chicken Shawarma Pita Melt, available for a limited time through December 29. This elevated pita sandwich features warm pita bread coated…

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An Out of This World FUNdraiser at Chuck Jones Center for Creativity

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By Greer Wylder
October 09, 2019

Take part in a FUNdraiser for creativity at the Chuck Jones Center at SOCO + The OC Mix!  This fun and impactful event is taking place on Sunday, October 13 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and will benefit the programs of the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity – a nonprofit organization that serves school-age children, senior brain health, and children and young adults on the autism spectrum. The Chuck Jones Big Draw event will be a space-tacular experience for families and will take place in a carnival-themed atmosphere focused on Outer Space Exploration and Planet X.  Children and parents…

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The Firebird at the Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
October 09, 2019

The Firebird performing on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. at Irvine Barclay Theatre is a spellbinding story of heroism and romance. Based on a Russian folk tale, The Firebird is a captivating tale of a magical glowing bird and a prince who enters an enchanted world. Follow Prince Ivan and the Firebird as they join forces to break the evil spell of Kashchei, the wicked magician. Originally choreographed by Michel Fokine in 1910, this one-act ballet is set to the music of Igor Stravinsky. This production of The Firebird was choreographed for…

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Hendrix Debuts Seasonal Menu

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By Greer Wylder
October 08, 2019

Hendrix Restaurant & Bar’s new seasonal menu showcases the best of the season much of which is sourced from local and regional farms. Executive Chef Rainer Schwarz and Chef de Cuisine Allan Aguinaga present lighter salads and shareable starters, as well as protein-focused items featuring signature meats from the rotisserie. Many of the new dishes are a collaboration between Chef Schwarz and Chef Aguinaga, who recently joined the Hendrix team. Having served as Chef de Cuisine at Juliette Kitchen+Bar and Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens, Chef Aguinaga brings a love of utilizing farm-fresh ingredients into the dishes he helps to create. The following dishes are new on…

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“Duck Duck Goose” at Cucina Enoteca

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By Greer Wylder
October 08, 2019

Beast Feast continues at CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 6:30 p.m. This whole-animal cooking series consists of intimate, 20-person family style dinners that highlight a different protein at each quarterly event.  For October, the “Duck Duck Goose” event will showcase sustainably sourced duck dishes. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko chose duck to demystify the bird and educate guests on the dietary benefits: Duck is a lean protein, comparable to skinless chicken or turkey breast in fat and calories.- An excellent source of selenium and zinc + higher iron than white meats- Rendered duck fat cooks similarly to olive oil and is…

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