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Pacific City Presents Jo & Paul’s Sonic Boom

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By Greer Wylder
December 21, 2017

Jo & Paul's Sonic Boom will bring their unique sound to Pacific City on Thursday, December 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. Mix one talented British guitarist named Jo 'Dog' Almeida (Dogs D’Amour) with one eccentric frontman, Paul Mars Black (L.A. Guns, Black Cherry), add generous dashes of blues, pop, and roots rock and roll and bake until finished. The result? Jo & Paul's Sonic Boom! Join the fun evening of wistful lyrics combined with feel-good melodies resulting in a vibe that will stay with you long after the evening has ended.  For more information, please visit gopacificcity.com. Pacific City…

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OC Based Kicktail Energy Mixers

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By Greer Wylder
December 21, 2017

A new, first-of-its-kind natural energy cocktail mixer line has hit the shelves and bars of Orange County, bringing a brand-new product concept to market. OC based Kicktail Energy Mixers are enriched with caffeine, taurine and B-group vitamins, giving classic cocktails a boost of energy without compromising a customer’s drink-of-choice. Cans of Kicktail can also be consumed own as a zero to low sugar energy drink. Newport Beach native Darin Rasmussen was on a mission to research and develop an energy product that would enhance his cocktails, rather than overpower his drinks with sweeteners and medicinal flavors. He became tired of…

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Moulin’s Parisian Holiday Market Takeover

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By Greer Wylder
December 20, 2017

Moulin’s Newport Beach patisserie has transformed into a Parisian holiday market. Named One of The Best Holiday Markets in the US by Food & Wine, Moulin’s market will run through December 31. From the moment you enter Moulin’s patisserie, you’ll be transported to Paris with the smell of freshly baked pastries, the sound of French Christmas music playing, and the sight of artisan tarts glimmering in the pastry case. From floor to ceiling, the patisserie is brimming with beautiful holiday baskets of all sizes filled with everything a true Francophile could ever dream of.  Some highlights of this market a display case glistening…

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Holiday gift card incentives

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By Greer Wylder
December 20, 2017

Holiday gift card incentives abound! Here's some that give a reason to pick up restaurant gift cards for last minute presents--a bonus for the buyer to keep or gift as well!   TAPS Fish House & Brewery For every $100 in gift cards purchased through December 31st,  receive a certificate for a complimentary Sunday Brunch—a $38.99 value. Voted "Best Brunch" in Orange County Register's Best of OC 2017,  TAPS lavish brunch extravaganza includes seafood on ice, a carving station, made-to-order omelets, charcuterie and gourmet cheeses, a variety of TAPS signature dishes, a decadent dessert bar with a chocolate fountain and…

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Free Juice at Mother’s Market/Hoag Blood Drive

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By Greer Wylder
December 19, 2017

Mother’s Market & Kitchen’s Costa Mesa store will partner with Hoag Blood Donor Services to host a blood drive in Mother’s parking lot located at 1890 Newport Blvd. on Wednesday, Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., In appreciation, Mother’s will provide all donors with a coupon for a free 8 oz. fresh juice of choice from Mother’s popular juice bar. Blood donations will be used to support Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach. According to Hoag Blood Donor Services, the need for blood remains constant, and patients continue to depend on the generosity of blood donors to…

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