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Father’s Day at Cha Cha’s Latin Cuisine

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2016

Treat dad to authentic Latin cuisine this Father's Day at Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen in Brea. Dad's will enjoy live Latin music and brunch specials, complete with homemade chips and salsa and a two-course meal coupled with a glass of Champagne and the option to add bottomless mimosas for $8. Entrees offered include the popular Carne Asada con Huevo, made with grilled marinated skirt steak, Cha Cha's potatoes, fried fresh egg and ranchero sauce. Another great option is the Braised Short Rib Chilaquilles, made with tortilla chips, guajillo and chorizo salsa, roasted mushrooms, crema fresca, cotija, radish and one sunny…

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Laguna Beach Fete de la Musique

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2016

Fête de la Musique is a day of celebrating summer and music all over France, and since Laguna Beach is a sister city to Menton, France, it’s holding it’s own festival throughout downtown Laguna Beach on Saturday, June 18. The 9th annual Fête de la Musique in Laguna Beach starts at 12 p.m., with music provided by the Swing Set Band on the cobblestones at Main Beach. Opening ceremonies start at 1 p.m. with both the U.S. and French National Anthems performed, continuing performances at Main Beach by the Swing Set Band, JJ and the Habibis (Laguna Beach’s belly dancers);…

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Father’s Day at Old Vine Cafe

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By Greer Wylder
June 16, 2016

Another great place to treat dad this Father's Day is Old Vine Café, inside the Camp in Costa Mesa. Since opening eight years ago, Old Vine Café remains a favorite contemporary dining destination in Orange County. This Father's Day, owner and chef Mark McDonald is offering brunch specials such as his seasonal Baked Blueberry French Toast freshly baked and garnished with whipped cream and the Fresh Berry Crepe and stuffed with fresh blueberries. 2937 Bristol St. Suite A-102, Costa Mesa. 714.545.1411.

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Tender Greens and KCRW Scavenger Hunt

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By Greer Wylder
June 16, 2016

Tender Greens and KCRW are hosting a two-day photo scavenger hunt on June 18-19 in celebration of summer and Tender Greens’ 10th anniversary. Taking place on Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19, players will follow clues to snap photos from Santa Barbara to Orange County, Los Angeles to Palm Springs to earn points for prizes, compliments of Tender Greens and KCRW Fringe Benefits. The grand prize is a year’s worth of Tender Greens, valued at $5,000. There’s a $5 sign-up fee, donation to KCRW to support your public radio station! Register to play here. Follow the instruction after you…

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MAN-icure for dads

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By Greer Wylder
June 16, 2016

Just in time for Father’s Day, Images Luxury Nail Lounge in Newport Beach and Irvine is offering its new more masculine menu: the OC MAN-icure Menu, Orange County’s first (and only) mani-pedi services created specifically for men. Images Luxury Nail Lounge is a premiere nail salon and it offers all of the traditional manicure and pedicure services, like cuticle trimming, buffing, and filing, to ensure men look their best from head to toe. Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. 2525 Eastbluff Drive in Newport Beach. 949.720.9333. 6705 Quail Hill Parkway in…

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