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Valenza Chocolatier Easter Collection

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By Greer Wylder
March 31, 2015

Our favorite local Master Chocolatier Amy Jo Valenza-Pedone just launched her Valenza Chocolatier Easter Collection featuring true chocolate artistry in different size eggs. Valenza Chocolatier also offers gift-wrapped boxes of award-winning caramellos and vegan-friendly stuffed figs. The collection is built around Amy Jo's childhood memories, Italian traditions and finished with beautiful pastel color design. And to make her collection more accessible for the holiday, there will two Valenza Chocolatier Easter Pop-Up Shops; on Wednesday, April 1 at The Hood MRKT (within The Hood Kitchen Space in Costa Mesa) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and on Saturday, April 4 at Honor Roll…

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SOCO Uncorked 2015: An Indulgent Food and Wine Pairing Experience

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By Greer Wylder
March 30, 2015

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 Thursday, April 16, SOCO and The OC Mix’s award-winning eateries are joining forces for the first time ever in a one night-only food and wine tasting extravaganza: SOCO Uncorked. Tickets are available online for $80, and a percentage of each ticket purchase will benefit Project Hope Alliance and their mission to end cycle of homelessness for Orange County families. For a more exclusive experience, VIP tickets are available for $120, which includes general admission plus a pre-tasting…

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Walk For Wishes

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By Greer Wylder
March 30, 2015

Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire will host its Walk For Wishes event on Saturday, April 18 at the Orange County Great Park in Irvine. This family- friendly event starts at 7:30 a.m. and is a celebration of past, present and future wish kids. Walk For Wishes includes a spirited one-mile walk along the new route through the park, along with music, food and live entertainment. Participants can also experience the World of Wishes festival which features each type of wish experience: I wish to have, I wish to go, I wish to be and I wish to meet. …

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Best New Restos in OC

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By Greer Wylder
March 27, 2015

Orange Coast Magazine celebrates its Best New Restaurants issue with a party on Thursday, April 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pirch at SOCO in Costa Mesa. You can attend and discover Orange County's best new restaurants, named by Orange Coast Magazine's dining editors. You’ll be able to enjoy tastings and cocktails, meet the chefs and see Lincoln Motor Company's new Black Label experience. Tickets cost $75 and can be purchased online here. Pirch is at 3303 Hyland Avenue in Costa Mesa.  

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CASA’s Celebration of Children 2015 Black & White Ball

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By Greer Wylder
March 26, 2015

Celebrate CASA’s life changing work by attending the Celebration of Children 2015 Black & White Ball on Saturday, April 18 at the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Resort in Laguna Niguel. The evening will be extra special as its CASA’s 30th anniversary. Special guests include keynote speaker Mark Sanchez, NFL Quarterback, Grammy award-winning artist Young MC, and master of ceremonies, Paul McDonald, a former NFL Quarterback. South Coast Plaza, Jennifer and Anton Segerstrom and Joy Winger are the honorees. The funds raised from ball will help CASA recruit, train and supervise dedicated volunteers from the community to provide advocacy and mentoring for hundreds…

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