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ENJOY A FOUR-COURSE MENU ON VALENTINE’S DAY at the Ranch

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By Greer Wylder
February 08, 2018

THE RANCH Restaurant & Saloon known best for its elevated interpretations of American and traditional cuisine and an extensive list of exclusive wine and whiskey will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special four-course dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 14. Crafted by Executive Chef Michael Rossi, the menu features a variety of dishes prepared from scratch, with produce sourced from the restaurant’s own local heirloom farm. The four-course dinner starts at $95 per person and includes: FIRST COURSE: choose from Asparagus Hummus with Feta, Piquillo Peppers, Hazelnuts and Pita; or Country Fried Petaluma Quail with Brussels Sprouts, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fuji Apple,…

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Donates $35,000 to Surfers Healing to Support Children

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By Greer Wylder
February 07, 2018

More than $35,000 was donated to Surfers Healing as a result of The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel’s Annual Holiday Surfboard Auction and SUP/Surfing Santa Competition. Surfers Healing is a foundation for autism that hosts free surf camps that introduce children with autism and their families to the therapeutic properties of surfing. Last year, Surfers Healing took more than 5,500 children surfing during surf camps held across the country from Malibu and Doheny Beach in California to Wrightsville Beach, NC and Toronto, Canada. The collection of donated surfboards were auctioned off and over the years has highlighted boards from well-known artists like…

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Tasty Snacks and Sips at House of Blues

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By Greer Wylder
February 07, 2018

Find the perfect Happy Hour haven with a new selection of tasty snacks and sips at House of Blues Anaheim Restaurant & Bar. The brand new happy hour menu features delicious items priced at $4-$6, available from 3-6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Head to the bar to indulge with delights like Bayou fritters, voodoo eggrolls, popcorn shrimp and much more. For refreshments, enjoy well cocktails, Fireball and Sauza Blue tequila shots and select beers for $4; call cocktails, sangria and house wines for $5; and house margaritas, Moscow mules and select 23-ounce beers for $6. HAPPY HOUR HIGHLIGHTS include Bayou…

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Sweet Specials at Top Eateries in OC

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By Greer Wylder
February 06, 2018

Still on the hunt on where to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved one? We’ll be offering a round-up of top picks in the next few days. Each one will be offering a special dishes to make your night memorable. K'YA BISTRO BAR K'ya Bistro Bar will be offering a special four-course dinner menu for $99 per couple this Valentine's Day. Boasting small plates with an emphasis on sharing, K'ya makes for the perfect interactive romantic date night. The bistro will offer signature dishes such as the Braised Short Rib with mashed potato, spinach, and porcini mushroom sauce. This Laguna…

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‘LOVE GROWS BY GIVING’ FUNDRAISER

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By Greer Wylder
February 06, 2018

Wine lovers, Orange County foodies and humanitarians alike will unite during an evening of unique wine tastings, beer samplings, live music and an exceptional culinary experience from local fine dining restaurants at the 6th annual “Love Grows by Giving" wine tasting fundraiser at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa on Friday, Feb. 9 from 6 to 10 p.m. It benefits Wayfinders’ Huntington Beach Youth Shelter, a “safe haven” for homeless, runaway, abused and at-risk youth. Featured participants will include Jackson Family Wines, Rodney Strong Vineyards, Main Street Wine Company, Brix Sunset Beach, Watertable at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach and Duke’s…

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