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Mummy Undergoes 3D Scan in OC

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By Greer Wylder
April 04, 2016

Scientists are performing a virtual autopsy today at the Orange County Global Medical Center on one of the mummies in the Mummies of the World: The Exhibition at Bowers Museum. Anthropologist and Mummy Expert Ildiko Szikossy and Dr. Linda Sutherland are using state-of-the art 3D CT scan technology — a procedure never before conducted on a human mummy at Orange County Global Medical Center, the oldest hospital in Orange County. The CT scan of Veronica Orlovits may help researchers to identify evidence of disease or injury. In-depth results from the CT scan conducted will later be revealed during Mummies of…

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A Trio of Spring Salads at Boudin

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By Greer Wylder
March 31, 2016

San Francisco’s beloved Boudin Bakery just introduced three new Spring Salads at its Boudin SF locations—one of our favorite places in Orange County for fast-casual breakfasts, lunches and dinners. For a limited time, the new generously sized salads, inspired by global flavors, are made to order and come with Boudin’s signature fresh-baked sourdough bread.   You can choose from Forbidden Rice & Chicken Sesame – baby spinach, black rice, all natural chicken, Granny Smith apples, garbanzo beans, pickled red onion, goat cheese and house-made sesame dressing; our favorite Bacon, Blue & Beets – spring mix, all natural chicken, red onion,…

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The Tesla for the Masses

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By Greer Wylder
March 31, 2016

Today is the day, you can reserve Elon Musk’s Tesla Model 3---designed to be the most affordable Tesla. The Model 3 is just one of Musk’s impressive dreams—solar power for all, traveling to Mars—and bringing electric cars to the masses. At Tesla’s showroom at Fashion Island, you can put down $1,000 to pre-order the Model 3, expected to arrive late 2017. The Model 3 is priced at $35,000 before tax incentives and on par with other electric cars from Nissan, GM and BMW. The cost could down as low as $25,000 after all incentives depending on the state.   The…

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Chronic Tacos Returns to Angel Stadium

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By Greer Wylder
March 30, 2016

Some say Chronic Tacos is the best place to eat at Angel Stadium and fans will love that it’s returning for the fourth year. You can find Chronic Tacos when the season starts on Monday, April 4 in a new location outside of Section 223, adjacent to 1st Base.  You can expect ready-made access to menu favorites, made with fresh and locally sourced ingredients. Menu items will include tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos made with carne asada or grilled chicken. Chronic Tacos and Angels co-branded Patriotic hats will be handed out at the September 11th game.  Angel Stadium is at…

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SOCO Uncorked 2016: An Indulgent Food and Wine Pairing Experience

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By Greer Wylder
March 29, 2016

Whether you’re an aspiring foodie or culinary master, SOCO Collection is Orange County’s favorite dining destination for gourmet cuisine, tasty snacks, and everything in between! On March 31, SOCO and The OC Mix’s award-winning eateries are joining forces for the 2nd Annual SOCO Uncorked – a one night-only food and wine tasting extravaganza. Set in SOCO’s open-air courtyard, SOCO Uncorked will feature delicious bites from more than a dozen of Orange County’s hottest restaurants including Pueblo, Taco Maria, Portola Coffee, Shuck Oyster Bar, ST Patisserie Chocolat, and Bistro Papillote among others. With each small bite, guests will also enjoy a…

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