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our newest Greer’s Girl, Asma Mohammed

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By Greer Wylder
June 23, 2016

Introducing our newest Greer’s Girl, Asma Mohammed, a senior at Cal State Long Beach working on a degree in Rhetoric and Composition and a Certificate of Professional and Technical Writing. She’s a food enthusiast and will be a regular contributor sharing some of her favorite food spots in OC. She just discovered the Loop: Handcrafted Churros in Westminster and we can’t wait to get over there. "My greatest passion in life is food. I am a self-proclaimed cheeseburger connoisseur and dessert enthusiast. In my spare time I enjoy playing with my cat Banjo, practicing yoga, reading, and listening to music.…

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Fourth Of July Buffet with Big Bay Boom View

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By Greer Wylder
June 23, 2016

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina's award-winning restaurant Marina Kitchen and its visionary chef Schwartz have created a special picnic-style buffet dinner on the Fourth of July with a variety of classic Americana options with a modern twist. The July Fourth menu features everything from watermelon and blue cheese salad to Jidori fried chicken to 12-hour beef brisket with white cheddar mac-n-cheese as well as delectable desserts including peach crisp and strawberry shortcake. The menu is priced at $36 per adult and $12 per child with kid-friendly options such as hamburgers, hotdogs and corn on the cob. For a low-key Fourth, guests can rent a poolside cabana…

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Southeast Asian Street Food Experience at Ritz-Carlton

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By Greer Wylder
June 22, 2016

Taste some of the best in Southeast Asian street food at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel on Friday, June 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. Executive Chef Brian Sundeen was inspired by delicious foods at roadside carts in Southeast Asia for the evening’s tasting menu. The offerings includes Green Papaya and Grilled Shrimp Salad with Crab Summer Roll, Nasi Goreng Indonesian Fried Rice, Sunny side up Quail Eggs, Glazed Squab Breast; Singapore Noodles with Pork Belly and Lobster; Vietnamese BBQ Short Rib, Pickled Vegetables; and Panko Fried Coconut Sticky Rice/Mango Curd/Coconut Sorbet. A unique selection of beer and wine will complement the…

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Summer Movie Express at Kaleidoscope

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By Greer Wylder
June 22, 2016

The Regal Theater at Kaleidoscope in Mission Viejo is offering a great special on kids movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. throughout summer. The annual Summer Movie Express features family movies (rated G or PG) for only $1 admission per person through August 17. Lego Movie--June 21-22; Max--June 21-22; Goosebumps--June 28-29; Iron Giant: Signature Edition--June 28-29; Pan--July 5-6; Smurfs 2--July 5-6; Despicable Me 2-- July 12-13; Home--July 12-13; Minions--July 19-20; Peanuts--July 19-20; Alvin & The Chipmunks-- July 26-27; Curious George--July 26-27; Book Of Life--Aug. 2-3; Hotel Transylvania 2--Aug. 2-3; Cloudy With Meatballs 2--Aug.9-10; Shaun The Sheep--Aug. 9-10, Croods--Aug.…

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CHOC’s 15th Annual Prom

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By Greer Wylder
June 22, 2016

CHOC’s 15th Annual Prom on Saturday, June 25 from 7 to 11 p.m. is an event allowing teens battling cancer to fulfill the dream of attending their high school prom. BRIO Tuscan Grille at the Irvine Spectrum will be proudly providing food for CHOC’s “An Evening in Paradise,” Oncology Prom. BRIO plans on serving fan favorite dishes to over 250 guests. The event promises to be a fun night filled with food, music, dancing, casino tables, photos, raffle prizes, special guests and more. CHOC Children's Hospital is exclusively committed to the health and well-being of children through clinical expertise, advocacy,…

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