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Our top 10 picks for NB Restaurant Week

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By Greer Wylder
January 13, 2017

With over 60 restaurants to choose from during Newport Beach Restaurant Week, you’ll have your share of great dining experiences. Our favorites from the list that we consider an exceptional choice and value include: The A Restaurant’s dinner at $50 per person: Chef Jon Blackford is preparing two starters to choose from: Crispy Pork Belly and Blue Lake Beans with sambal glaze, almonds, sesame seed and togarashi; or Potato + Cheddar Pierogies with shredded brussels, caramelized onion puree, and  pickled mustard seed. You have a choice of soup or salad: the Kristi Salad Winter version with medjool dates, acorn squash,…

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Live Music with Acoustic Artist Taji at Lot 579

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By Greer Wylder
January 12, 2017

Tonight from 5 to 8 p.m., singer-songwriter, Taji will be performing a a live acoustic music session at the modern food hall, Lot 579 in Pacific City in Huntington Beach. With an acoustic guitar, beat machine and a looper, this Los Angeles-based artist crafts catchy, soulful songs and delivers passionate performances.Taji will be returning next Thursday, Jan. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. for another show. There is no cost to attend, but space is limited so come early and enjoy dinner at of the Lot 579 eateries! Pacific City is located at 21010 West Coast Highway in Huntington Beach. For…

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Performance Swimwear from Elle Mer

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By Greer Wylder
January 12, 2017

In no time at all, you’ll be thinking swimwear for spring/summer. We discovered Elle Mer, a stylish line of performance swimwear inspired by the beauty of the Hawaii islands. Elle Mer is made in California of the finest European fabrics and has all of the elements we love in a bikini, or for that matter, everything we wear and love: understated style, classic designs and it fits like a dream.   The creators put each Elle Mer bikini to the surf test, so you can be sure the bikinis will stay put on the sand and in the water.  The…

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semi-annual clearance sale at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams

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By Greer Wylder
January 11, 2017

You won’t want to miss the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Signature Store at South Coast Plaza Village going on now through January 29. It’s the long-awaited semi-annual clearance sale with amazing deals from 20% to 70% off floor samples and clearance items. You can enjoy significant savings on in-stock upholstery, tables & storage, lighting, rugs, accessories, bed linens, wall art and window treatments. And get, 20% off special order upholstery – select from 200+ styles, 300+ fabrics and leathers, 2 eco-friendly cushion options, 12 nailhead finishes/sizes and 22 leg/base wood finishes. All furniture is crafted in America with earth-friendly materials.…

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State of Our Ocean

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By Greer Wylder
January 11, 2017

Enjoy a very special evening at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach on Thursday, January 12 at 7 p.m. at State of Our Ocean with Dr. David Wilmot, Founder and President of Ocean Champions, along with Philippe Cousteau and Senator Mark Begich. They will share actionable information that everyone working towards a healthy and sustainable ocean and its wildlife will need to know to be successful. During the event, the galleries will be open and guests will be treated to an open bar, tasty appetizers followed by dinner and presentations. It will be a one-of-kind entertaining and informative…

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