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Megan Hilty at Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2023

Megan Hilty, the beloved star of stage and screen will be performing at Irvine Barclay Theatre on Thursday, April 20, at 8 p.m. Hilty is known worldwide as the seasoned triple-threat, Ivy Lynn, in the NBC hit Smash. She wowed audiences with her portrayal of Glinda in Wicked, and was the first to perform the role of Doralee Rhodes in Broadway’s 9 to 5: The Musical. Megan received a Tony Award nomination for her performance as Brooke Ashton in the delightful comedy, Noises Off. Most recently, she starred as Patsy Cline in Lifetime’s original movie Patsy & Loretta, earning a Critics Choice Award…

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Michelin-Recognized Ox + Anchor Hosts Winemaker Dinner with Award-Winning Paul Lato

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By Greer Wylder
April 12, 2023

Ox + Anchor, the Michelin-recognized modern steakhouse helmed by renowned Chef Ryan Fancher and located within the luxury, boutique property Hotel San Luis Obispo, has partnered with award-winning winemaker Paul Lato of Paul Lato Wines to present a world-class winemaker dinner at the restaurant on Tuesday, April 25 at 6 pm. Paul Lato’s story is as exceptional as his wines. Born in Poland, he was a successful sommelier in Toronto, but harbored a dream of becoming a winemaker.  After short stints working for Jim Clendenen, proprietor of famed California Pinot pioneer Au Bon Climat, and as a cellar-rat at Bien Nacido, Lato began making…

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Sessions West Coast Deli ‘Sandy’ Supports Bracken’s Kitchen

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By Greer Wylder
April 10, 2023

Through the end of April, stop by your local Sessions West Coast Deli to get a mouth-watering pulled pork sandy, “Release the Bracken” in support of Bracken's Kitchen. The sandwich is made up of Puerco Ropa Vieja (braised pork in spicy tomato and pepper sauce), Muenster and Pepper Jack cheese, Marinated Fennel, Pickled Pepper Pineapple, Sriracha Lime Aioli, on Rustic Italian Bread. For each sandwich sold, Sessions donates $3 to Bracken’s Kitchen. Get your grub on to help feed the need. Through food rescue, culinary training, and its community feeding program, Bracken's Kitchen is committed to rescuing, re-purposing, and restoring both…

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Dorrance Dance at Segerstrom Hall

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2023

Dorrance Dance is the groundbreaking tap you’ve been waiting for! With unmatched creativity and a live music accompaniment at their show, this tap company has been praised for its joyous exploration of the history of tap dance and for pushing the boundaries of what the future of tap can look like. This Saturday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m., Dorrance Dance celebrates its 10th anniversary with SOUNDspace, a beautiful performance that explores movement as music at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The New York Times says that Artistic Director Michelle Dorrance is “the most exciting and original choreographer in tap today, and you won’t want…

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Le Shrimp Noodle Bar Easter Celebration

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2023

Celebrate Easter Sunday at Le Shrimp Noodle Bar at Collage Culinary Experience located within Bloomingdales at South Coast Plaza. Hailing from Singapore, Le Shrimp Noodle Bar draws inspiration from the classic Japanese noodle soup fused with Chinese flavors to create a uniquely satisfying bowl of ramen for prawn lovers.  Le Shrimp Noodle Bar at Collage will be open from 11 a.m .to 9 p.m. on Easter.Reservations and Contact: www.paradisegp.com, (714) 884-4693Collage Culinary Experience, 3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa.

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