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THANKSGIVING DAY POP UP SHOP Valenza Chocolatier

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By Greer Wylder
November 25, 2019

You can pick up the best in Thanksgiving Day treats at Valenza Chocolatier Pop-Up Shop on Tuesday, Nov. 26 from noon to 7 p.m. (while supplies last) at The Hood Kitchen Space in Costa Mesa All of Valenza Chocolatier’s seasonal bonbons, bars, and confections make the perfect Thanksgiving Day hostess gift and pair well with pumpkin pie, a memorable dessert or a fall-theme charcuterie board!  You can choose from a Harvest Collection Variety Sleeve: Bonbon flavors of Pumpkin Spice, Tiramisu, Espresso, Caramello, Gianduiotti Classico & Maximo,  Confetti Bar, Nocciole Bar - Milk & Dark, Nib Bar, Caramello Sleeves and a Tartaruga - 5-Piece Box & Single. The…

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BUILD A CASTLE FOR YOUR KINGDOM AT DISCOVERY CUBE ORANGE COUNTY

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By Greer Wylder
November 24, 2019

Imagine a place for children to create a kingdom or castle of their own where they can learn planning and construction skills. Discovery Cube Orange County in Santa Ana invites children of all ages to create their own kingdoms and castles at the new Castle Builder exhibit through Jan. 26. The exhibit will teach apprentices the planning skills they need to create their own castles, fortresses, and kingdoms. “The Castle Builder exhibit will test children’s planning and construction skills as they build a castle brick by brick,” said Joe Adams, CEO, Discovery Cube. “Guests will get to explore a castle…

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Andrei’s Winter Menu Celebrates the Diversity of California Cuisine

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By Greer Wylder
November 23, 2019

The diversity of California cuisine featuring the best in local and seasonal ingredients is celebrated in the new winter menu at Andrei’s Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails in Irvine. Executive Chef Porfirio Gomez features the most flavorful ingredients found this time of year, including Red and Yellow Beet Carpaccio, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Crispy Cauliflower, Wilted Rainbow Swiss Chard, Marinated Seasonal Mushrooms, Sautéed Kale and Slow-Roasted Butternut Squash. Each of these new dishes benefits many charitable causes and organizations, as the restaurant donates 100% of its net profits through The Andrei Foundation. MOZZARELLA DI BUFALA – Fresh Mozzarella Di Bufala, Petite Confit Tomatoes, Prosciutto, Opal…

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Antonello Celebrates turning 40

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By Greer Wylder
November 22, 2019

Antonello Ristorante, a beloved upscale Italian restaurant in Santa Ana, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this month with a call to guests to share photos of themselves taken inside the restaurant.  Whether you were celebrating a birthday, anniversary, romantic dinner for two or lunch with friends, staff are requesting printed photos from those occasions and will assemble them into a collage and display them in the foyer.  Those participating will receive a complimentary bottle of Hello Kitty Pinot Bianco wine to take home (limit one bottle per table/family).  Antonello Ristorante is located at 3800 Plaza Drive, at South Coast Plaza…

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Out of the Ordinary Bags Made in Italy

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By Greer Wylder
November 22, 2019

Are you tired of dull, neutral-toned handbags? With one of Krenoir’s haute creations including handbags, card cases, and keychains you can choose from a wide range of punchy hues. Their colorful creations are hand-stitched in Italy and made with premier quality crocodile, alligator (porosus), and python sourced from Africa. Each Krenoir bag is lined with natural suede and available in three sizes from mini to large that can be dressed up or down with a crossbody strap making them easily interchangeable from day to night. Unique to Krenoir bags are the bold hand-painted animal-themed handles, giving timeless silhouettes a kitschy-yet-chic twist.…

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