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Wine and Spice

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By Greer Wylder
April 22, 2013

It’s a night of wine and spice at the Savory Spice Shop in Corona del Mar on Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. when sommelier Ken Spears pairs wines from Pierce Ranch Vineyards with spiced hors d’oeuvres designed to complement each flavor profile. Savory Spice Shop in Corona Del Mar will offer a six-sample wine tasting and freshly made tapas, all infused with Savory’s unique spice blends chosen to complement peak ingredients of the spring season. Guests will also receive a spice sample and can order their favorite wines. Cost is $15 per person and space is limited. Reserve your…

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Hot Stone Relief

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By Greer Wylder
April 09, 2013

Burke Williams Day Spa in Orange is offering a special on hot stone massage through Sunday, April 21.  You can enjoy a signature 50-minute Swedish Massage with a Hot Stone Enhancement for as low as $99, regularly priced at $130 or higher.  Swedish massage is designed to increase circulation and soothe muscles, while adding the Shiatsu technique it promotes deeper relief, providing an overall balanced feeling. The Hot Stone enhancement will leave you feeling relaxed, relieved of tension and stress free. Each precise stone placement, paired with a customized massage session, enhances the benefits of therapy during the treatment. 50-minute…

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Chocolate, Wine & Jazz Experience

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By Greer Wylder
April 08, 2013

Join UCI HD-CARE  on Saturday, April 20  from 4 to 7 p.m. for an afternoon of Sounds by the Sea – A Chocolate, Wine & Jazz Experience at the historic Hotel Laguna. All proceeds from the event will benefit go toward Dr. Thompson’s HD research and Dr. Hermanowicz’ HD clinic at UC Irvine to treat and cure Huntington’s Disease. A UCI Irvine research team is bringing much hope to the Huntington’s Disease Community since its found that pharmaceuticals currently used to treat cancer and other diseases can be successful for treating Huntington's Disease. The relaxing afternoon will include sipping wine,…

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Day of Hope and Health at Knott’s

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By Greer Wylder
April 08, 2013

If you’re touched by type 1 diabetes in your life, why not come out to a free, informative and fun event on Sunday, April 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for the 5th annual Day of Hope and Health at Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel in Buena Park? The program from JDRF includes diabetes education and information sessions; Dr. Francine Kaufman speaking on "The Common Bond of Diabetes Around the World”, T1D research updates, sports/exercise and T1D panel, pumps, CGMs and new technology; and much more. You can also attend Knott's Berry Amusement Park after the event by purchasing tickets…

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The Crosby Turns 5

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2013

From The Crosby's Website... On behalf of the entire Crosby family, I just would like to say THANK YOU to everyone who's supported us over the years. This is a monumental occasion for us, and we honestly wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you. If you're free on any time on Monday night, we'd love it if you came and celebrated with us! We open at 5pm for dinner. We'll be having a few of our friends, all DJs who have either played as guests at The Crosby in the past or who currently have residencies, to come together…

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