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The Collection by Casa Teresa

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By Greer Wylder
May 26, 2016

Casa Teresa is celebrating the opening of its namesake resale boutique in Orange today. The Collection by Casa Teresa will offer financial support to Casa Teresa and will giving residents valuable work and customer service experience. The shop is in a charming 1905 Victorian bungalow and it’s been renovated with the customer in mind.  “We are looking forward to serving the community and our residents with a lovely – and very affordable - place to shop,” said Yvonne Lopez, store manager.  “A local supporter purchased the property to help Casa Teresa create a consistent revenue stream and provide meaningful work experience…

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The Epic Burrito

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By Greer Wylder
May 25, 2016

OC based Del Taco, our favorite Mexican fast food chain just expanded its popular Epic Burrito line and debuted the Bacon Ranch Chicken Avocado Epic Burrito, filled with fresh sliced avocado, fresh grilled marinated chicken and crispy bacon. As an added bonus, Del Taco is giving a free medium-sized drink with the purchase of any Epic Burrito through June 9, 2016. Del Taco’s new Bacon Ranch Chicken Avocado Epic Burrito, is stuffed with six slices of fresh Hass avocado, 4.5 ounces of fresh grilled marinated chicken, crispy hickory smoked bacon, creamy ranch sauce, seasoned black beans and fresca lime rice…

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Books on Broadway

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By Greer Wylder
May 25, 2016

We’re sad to see the tiny indie used bookstore, Books on Broadway in Costa Mesa closing soon. All paperbacks are $1; hardcover books are $2. A small selection of kids books are 50 cents. It carries novels, classics, biographies, modern literature, self-help and history. There’s also large selection of old and new romance novels. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 143 Broadway Ave. Costa Mesa. 949.645.0529.

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ROLEX AWARDS FOR ENTERPRISE Photo Exhibit

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By Greer Wylder
May 23, 2016

Rolex at South Coast Plaza will unveil the first exhibition featuring rarely-seen photographs and documentary films capturing the work and the history of the Rolex Awards for Enterprise on Wednesday, May 25 through Sunday, June 12. The Rolex Awards for Enterprise support individuals from around the globe who push the limits of exploration and discovery for social good. These projects – which have touched all aspects of humanity by expanding knowledge or improving life on the planet – will be celebrated at the South Coast Plaza exhibit. Select Laureates who have received this award over the past 40 years will…

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Celebrate National Wine Day at Brunos Italian Kitchen

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By Greer Wylder
May 23, 2016

National Wine Day is on Wednesday, May 25 and the award-winning Brunos Italian Kitchen in Brea is celebrating with Penny Wine Wednesday! Brunos was named the Best Italian Restaurant in OC and it's giving guests the chance to try any glass of wine for only one penny with the purchase of any entree.  Brunos Italian Kitchen, named after owner and chef Peter Serantoni's mentor and father, Papa Bruno, brings to Brea the meals prepared in their Venice, Italy home. The menu features his beloved grandmother’s dishes with many classic Italian favorites. Favorites include Polpette, Nonna Maria’s meatballs, tomato & fresh…

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