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FIve Crowns Old World Wine Dinner

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By Greer Wylder
September 19, 2019

Five Crowns presents one of their most highly anticipated wine events, the Old World Wine Dinner on Saturday, September 21 from 6-9:30 p.m. Hosted in Five Crowns’ charming backyard setting, the end-of-summer celebration will highlight exquisite European varietals paired with a decadent six-course menu of seasonal specials curated by Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla and her team. 1st course Cava Yá Cuvée 23 Brut Reserva, Spain Shrimp & Chorizo Skewers, saffron aioli 2nd course Ronco delle Betulle DOC FCO Friulano, Italy Marinated Melon, prosciutto crisp, arugula, balsamic reduction 3rd course Domaine de la Raimbauderie Sancerre, France Fig Toast, whipped ricotta, sherry…

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Tackle Box September Celebrations

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2019

Stop by Tackle Box, OC’s favorite coastal pub, this September for some fun foodie holiday celebrations and touchdown specials all month long! On Thursday, September 19, guests are invited to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day at Tackle Box with a buy one, get one free burger deal that’s sure to excite your wallet and your taste buds. Then on Saturday, September 28, the restaurant will offer $5 flights of beer in honor of National Drink Beer Day!  Regardless of which holiday you choose to celebrate (hopefully it’s both!), Head Chef, Co-Owner, and Top Chef Alum Brian Huskey is excited to serve…

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The Jazz Centenarians Salutes 100 Years of Nat King Cole

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2019

Styled after the groundbreaking “The Nat King Cole Show” the concert on Sunday, September 22 at 3 p.m. at Soka Performing Arts Center features Barbara Morrison and Sherry Williams along with a big band, the “Nat King Cole Trio” and 10 singers each performing songs by the legendary artists who sang on the original variety TV show, such as Lena Horn, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Art Blakey and more. Tickets are $35/$45 *Senior, Student and Active Military: $31.50/$40.50 *Must select the Will Call option when purchasing discount tickets. A valid ID is required to be presented at the Box Office to…

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Hammitt LA Opens Flagship Store at South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2019

Hammitt LA is opening their flagship California store at South Coast Plaza and you can come out and shop the hot new Hammitt collections. They’re having a grand opening celebration on Thursday, Sept. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. Surprise guests from the OC Housewives cast, Emily Simpson & Gina Kirschenheister, who will be attending this event! A portion of proceeds benefits the Blind Children’s Center. Hammitt’s collections are both functional and luxurious. They put thought accessible cell phone pockets, pull-out changing pads, six-way reversibility or straps that adjust for every height. Hammitt’s team seek the highest quality materials that last and make…

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The 5th Annual Beach, Brews and BBQ

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By Greer Wylder
September 17, 2019

The fifth Annual Beach, Brews and BBQ presented by BJ’s Restaurants returns to the beautiful Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort Saturday, October 19 from 2 to 6 p.m. Beach, Brews and BBQ—benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Orange County Chapter—is by far the tastiest charity event of the season, featuring unlimited samples of handcrafted beers, the best BBQ in town, live entertainment and auctions to win amazing items! Buy your tickets ASAP because this party will definitely sell out! Must be 21 +. Tickets available here. Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort is at 1131 Back Bay Drive in Newport Beach.

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