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TAPS New Menu Refocuses on Seafood for 20th Anniversary

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By Greer Wylder
July 08, 2019

TAPS Fish House & Brewery just rolled out a new menu for lunch and dinner with exciting new additions and re-imagined old favorites, solidifying its standing as an innovative regional leader in fresh fish and seafood-related dining. The new menu launched at the Brea, Corona, and Irvine locations, represents a significant change and was made in anticipation of TAPS’ upcoming 20th anniversary this fall.  The menu, created in partnership with TAPS’ longtime purveyor, Santa Monica Seafood, introduces new items such as Hamachi collar, Spanish octopus and rare fin fish, and updates such bellwether classics as Louie salad from TAPS’ original menu with fresh twists. TAPS also is regarded…

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Coeur Clementine Sommelier Wine Dinner

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By Greer Wylder
July 08, 2019

Join Davio’s Irvine on Thursday, July 11 from 5 to 10 p.m. for a sommelier event. Special guest Steve Veytia will guide guests through the wines of Coeur Clémentine, the oldest wine making region in France. Featured wines include 2018 Coeur Clementine Still Rosé and Coeur Clementine “La Pétillante” Sparkling Brut Rosé. Founded in 2005, Coeur Clémentine is the result of the decades-long friendship of its founders, Steve Veytia and Pierre Arosteguy, and their shared passion for the wines of Provence, and in particular, rosé. Steve, a native of St. Helena, California and Pierre, the 5th generation owner of the oldest…

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National Fried Chicken Day at Burnt Crumbs and Burntzilla

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By Greer Wylder
July 05, 2019

National Fried Chicken Day is Saturday, July 6! This year, OC's Burnt Crumbs and Burntzilla have some tasty new fried chicken offerings to celebrate this fun food holiday: For those who like it spicy, there's a new Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with housemade comeback sauce, pickles and house slaw. Additionally, Burnt Crumbs' also has its award-winning Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich -- it's one of their all-time best-sellers with buttermilk fried chicken, garlic potato spread, country gravy, a drizzle of Sriracha honey ... and everything is scratch-made, including the daily-made house biscuits. Burnt Crumbs has two locations -- in Huntington Beach's…

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Swim Shop Debuts at Nordstrom Rack

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By Greer Wylder
July 05, 2019

Nordstrom Rack just launched Swim Shop. Dive into eye-catching brights for beach days or pool parties and the cover-ups to wear with them. The Swim Shop features a brand-new curation of on-trend swimwear for women, men and kids, as well as accessories from many of the top brands sold at Nordstrom at an everyday savings of up to 70% off. The assortment includes bikinis, one-pieces, cover-ups, sandals, espadrilles, tote bags, shorts, sunscreen and more, and is available at Nordstrom Rack locations and online at NordstromRack.com.

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Celebrate 4th of July at Dana Point Harbor

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By Greer Wylder
July 03, 2019

This Fourth of July, gather family and friends at Dana Point Harbor and look towards the sky over Doheny State Beach to experience south Orange County’s best fireworks display! Dana Point hosts one of the most spectacular fireworks shows in Southern California with its own customized playlist to sing along to. Dana Point Harbor will be the perfect lookout point to view this patriotic celebration!  The spectacular display begins at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 4 and will light up the harbor with fantastic views from Baby Beach, the Island, and the many waterfront eateries within the harbor. Visitors can…

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