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Easter Brunch and Artistic Easter Eggs at The Ritz-Carlton

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By Greer Wylder
April 10, 2017

In celebration of spring, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel introduces four incredible, non-edible Easter eggs, each individually painted by a local artist including Trevor Mezak, James Galindo, Robin Hiers, and Kym de los Reyes. The giant hand crafted eggs make the perfect backdrop for a springtime family portrait. You can stop by the resort anytime to see these brightly decorated eggs on display at the entrance through Sunday, April 23. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is preparing a lavish Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 16. Brunch will feature a display of freshly made salads, cheeses, ham and roast beef carving stations, chilled…

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Valenza Chocolatier Easter Pop Up Shop!

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By Greer Wylder
April 10, 2017

Valenza Chocolatier is offering its festive Easter Collection at an Easter Pop Up Shop on Thursday, April 13 from noon to 6 p.m. at The Hood Kitchen Space in Costa Mesa. The artisan Easter Collection features Easter eggs of all sizes; solid mini eggs availbale in four flavors; delicious PB+C eggs, two half eggs filled with Velenza Chocolatier's award winning PB+C Bar ganache and then packaged together as one egg, and The Egg, a one pound Valenza Chocolatier masterpiece honoring Italian Easter traditions. Valenza's award winning Caramellos and Tartarughe will also be available in singles and five-piece quantities. Wants a vegan…

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3rd Annual DENIM Dash 5k: EGGstravaganza

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2017

Global Genes, a leading Southern California rare disease patient advocacy organization, is celebrating its 3rd annual Denim Dash 5k EGGstravaganza on Thursday, April 13 from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, in conjunction with the worldwide virtual event. You can join the DEMIN Dash 5k: EGGstravaganza and feel free to run, roll, jog, walk, bike, or even skip in support of patients, family and friends of the rare disease community. It will feature an Easter egg hunt along the one-mile waterside path through the resort, a visit from the Easter bunny, music, crafts, and great prizes.…

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Gratitude is turning one!

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2017

Gratitude, my favorite vegan cafe offering 100% organic fare and cocktails, is turning one! On Sunday, April 9th from 2 to 5 p.m., it's a day full of food, fun, and celebrations. Stop by for live music, plant-based bites, craft cocktails, birthday cake, and surprise musical guests. Plus, Matthew and Terces Engelhart, founders of Café Gratitude, will be there to cheers to the first year. Gratitude is at 1617 Westcliff Drive in Newport Beach. 949.386.8100.

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Bistango Unveils Art Exhibit

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By Greer Wylder
April 06, 2017

Bistango in Irvine doubles as an art gallery at its quarterly exhibit unveiling on Saturday, April 8 from 3 – 5 p.m. Top local artists including photographer Tom Lamb, sculptors Jayne Reich and Steven Lustig, and mixed media artist Mia Tavonatti will be on hand to meet with art aficionados as Curated by Antoinette Sullivan of Studio Gallery, the new works are by an acclaimed cast including Ellen Rose, Mel Andrews, Rene Romero, Steven Lustig, Melody Allen and Suzie Vuong.  Space is limited and RSVP’s are encouraged by emailing info@bistango.com. Bistango, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, was voted as one of OC’s “best places to…

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