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Sip Trip to Santa Barbara’s Wine Country

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By Greer Wylder
December 28, 2018

Dine Out Long Beach, the organizers of the city’s annual Restaurant Week 2.0 taking place February 24 - March 2, is hosting a curated Sip Trip to Santa Barbara’s Wine Country on Sunday, January 13 that includes a tour and tasting at Villa Angeli, the private estate of vintner Peter Stolpman, as well as a catered vineyard lunch at Pence Vineyards & Winery. Tickets are $225 per person and available for purchase at LocalWineEvents.com.  Must be 21 or older to attend. A charted luxury coach will depart from Friedmans Home Experience at 7:30 a.m. and return to the city at 7p.m. Serving…

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Celebrate the New Year at Kaleidoscope

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By Greer Wylder
December 27, 2018

Celebrate the New Year at Kaleidoscope in Mission Viejo, where great restaurants and entertainment options can help you ring in 2019 with a date, friends or the family. Tapas Flavors of Spain is offering a prix fixe menu and a live Flamenco show, followed by live music and dancing, for $70 per person. Party favors and a glass of Champagne for toasting are included. Dinner seating starts at 6:30 p.m. and includes a Mediterranean Salad; a tapas plate of Tortilla Espanola, Sautéed Mushrooms and Albondigas; a choice of entrée from Chicken Mallorca (baked chicken topped with sautéed mushrooms in a…

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Furla Opens At South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
December 27, 2018

Furla, maker of high-quality Italian leather goods since 1927, just opened a new boutique at South Coast Plaza. Furla handbags are made with classic Italian craftsmanship and make the perfect gift this holiday season. On Saturday, Dec. 29 and Sunday, Dec. 30 enjoy exclusive promotions, holiday treats, refreshments, & live DJ while shopping the Cruise 2019 Collection. There are so many great items to choose from including mini bags, shoulder bags, totes, wallets, shoes, and accessories. There are also select men’s items available and some great unisex items as well. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10…

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Happy New Year Hoedown

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By Greer Wylder
December 26, 2018

Ring in the New Year at Grasslands Meat Market’s Happy New Year Hoedown on Monday, December 31 from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Bring friends and family to experience a country music celebration featuring a gourmet dinner buffet with elevated barbecue offerings like Grilled Lobster Tails and Smoked Beef Tenderloin, an array of seasonal sides, and mouthwatering desserts like Godiva Chocolate Mousse. Then dust off your cowboy boots and get ready to dance the night away to a lineup of three country rock bands, including Sparky & The Ancient Mariner, Gypsy Sound Collective and Christie Huff. For those looking to…

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Water Grill’s White & Gold Party on NYE

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By Greer Wylder
December 26, 2018

Join the Water Grill’s New Year's Eve: White & Gold Party and dance the night away with a Live DJ! The party starts at 9 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 31 with passed hors-d'oeuvres and freshly shucked oysters from the restaurants Raw Bar. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and party favors all evening, then you can ring in the New Year in style with a complimentary Midnight Toast! $100 cover charge includes passed hors d'oeuvres and freshly shucked Raw Bar selections, two Drink Tickets (to be used towards select cocktails, wine and beer). 21+ with valid photo ID. Advanced Ticket Purchase Required here.…

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