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Suckling PIg Tacos and Beer Flights: HAVEN GASTROPUB Turns Six!

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By Greer Wylder
August 25, 2015

Six years down, many more good years to come. Today, Haven Gastropub in Old Towne Orange is celebrating its six year anniversary with a limited number of suckling pig tacos and beer combos from 4 to 6 p.m. For $40, you'll be served a delicious meal of tacos alongside a tasting flight of eight of beers on tap.  Haven is starting with the best tortillas handmade by award-winning chef Carlos Salgado of Taco Maria at SOCO in Costa Mesa. The tacos will be filled with roasted suckling pig rubbed with coarse salt and achiote. It's stuffed full of aromatics--fresh oregano…

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Mozambique Live with A Flock of Seagulls

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By Greer Wylder
August 24, 2015

Mozambique Steakhouse, Bar and Coastal Lounge in Laguna Beach is a special dining spot for South African cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails and multi-levels where you can even enjoy a rooftop dining experience with ocean views and sunsets on the Veranda Rooftop, as well as live music nightly at Mozambique Live—from Blues Wednesdays to Reggae Sundays. Mozambique is excited to have the popular ‘80s band, A Flock of Seagulls performing on Friday, Sept. 4 at 10 p.m. A Flock of Seagulls is known for their wildly teased haircuts and their hit singles "I Ran (So Far Away)," "Space Age Love Song," "Wishing (If…

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End of Summer at Surf & Sand Resort

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By Greer Wylder
August 24, 2015

Looking for an incredible get away to celebrate the end of summer? Surf & Sand Resort and Spa in Laguna Beach offers breathtaking views of the Pacific, luxurious accommodations, private oceanfront balconies, exquisite coastal dining at Splashes and 15FiftyFive Lounge, an award-winning Aquaterra Spa and more. Whether you are looking for a family adventure, or relaxing getaway, Surf & Sand Resort is one of the best places in OC to stay. To take advantage of a great end-of-summer escape special through Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015. Rates from $299 per night when you stay select dates, Sunday –Thursday. You must book…

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Planet Beauty Beverly Hills Turns 1

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By Greer Wylder
August 21, 2015

Join Planet Beauty in Beverly Hills to celebrate its one-year anniversary on Saturday, August 29 from 4 to 7 p.m. The beauty filled event will feature gift bags, sweets and drinks, vendor demos, music, and all white attire. Bloggers who attend will receive a special gift bag! Some of the featured vendors include ‘lette macaroons, Smashbox, Rodial, Runway Waiters, SarahPotempa, California donuts, The Fabulous File, The BrowGal, and GoldSin Jewels. 231 S. Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills. 310.421.4739.

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FREE FRIDAY INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY

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By Greer Wylder
August 21, 2015

One lucky person will win a $50 gift card to La Vida Cantina, a modern Mexican restaurant at The Triangle in Costa Mesa. The gift card is good for dinner, weekend brunch or lunch (Friday through Sunday). La Vida Cantina is perfect for summer celebrations or simply unwinding after work with friends. It also offers a large patio covered with two palapas and an outdoor bar to mimic a Mexican coastal resort. The relaxing atmosphere also offers numerous fire features to keep diners warm on cooler summer nights. La Vida Cantina is open for dinner Monday through Friday at 4…

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