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Homemade Coconut Milk in Seconds

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By Greer Wylder
June 25, 2019

Love coconut milk? Make your own in seconds with the Almond Cow. You can use fresh coconut meat, shreds, flakes, or even toasted coconut in the Almond Cow to make homemade coconut milk. Coconut milk is a great source of healthy fats and is a great vegan alternative to traditional dairy. And, if you’re lactose intolerant or allergic to milk proteins, coconut milk offers a clear advantage. Ingredients 1 cup chopped coconut meat, shreds (rinsed), or flakes (rinsed) 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) 3 pitted dates (optional)  Directions Rinse the coconut shreds or flakes in…

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Painting & Prosecco at Pelican Hill

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By Greer Wylder
June 25, 2019

Channel your inner artist at Pelican Hill's "Painting & Prosecco" party on Tuesday, July 2 from 6–8 p.m. on the outdoor Event Lawn! With a glass of bubbly in one hand and a paintbrush in the other, soak in panoramic sunset views of the Pacific from the outdoor Event Lawn, while you create your own artistic masterpiece. Taught by local art guru Timree Gold, this approachable step-by-step class is perfect for beginners, painting enthusiasts or anyone looking to spend an afternoon with friends. Tickets include bottomless Prosecco, canvas and painting supplies. Cost is $85 per person. 22701 Pelican Hill Road South…

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Saying Goodbye to Pie-Not

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By Greer Wylder
June 24, 2019

Pie-Not, the Aussie-style pie shop in Costa Mesa will sadly close on Sunday, June 30. Its Pacific City’s LOT 579 food hall location in Huntington Beach already closed last week. Its savory pies and pastries, as well as authentic Aussie desserts such as the Lamington, paired with 100% Australian coffee were beloved by fans for the past six years “Pie-Not has been a labor of love from the start,” said co-founder and owner, Ryan Lopiccolo. “We can’t thank our community enough for their support and enthusiasm for Pie-Not over the past six years. We will miss our days in the…

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Champagne & High Heels

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By Greer Wylder
June 21, 2019

What woman doesn’t want to wear high heels without pain, cramps or other discomfort? Find out how you can keep your feet supported and pain free, even while wearing your favorite heels, at Champagne & High Heels, a pop-up shop and presentation at Newport Center Orthopedic on Tuesday, June 25, from 4 to 7 p.m. Guests will enjoy light bites, Champagne, special offers, and a brief presentation about the first-ever high heel insole, available in the U.S. exclusively at Newport Center Orthopedic. Handcrafted in Germany, the first-ever high heel insole by Medi, a worldwide leader in compression and orthopedics, is…

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THREE NEW CHEFS Join MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACH

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By Greer Wylder
June 21, 2019

Three new talented chefs are joining The Montage Laguna Beach at the elegantly casual all-day dining spot The Loft and the signature restaurant Studio. Executive Chef David Serus of Le Mans, France oversees culinary operations ar Montage Laguna Beach including special events, meetings, weddings and banquets. After attending cooking school in Quimper, France, he served a year in the French navy and then worked at two Michelin Star restaurants – one in London and the other in the South of France. He’s worked at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, and The Ritz-Carlton Hotels & Resorts across the U.S. He was…

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