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Haven Giveaway!

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By Greer Wylder
June 20, 2011

If you haven't been to Haven Gastropub in Orange, it's quite possible you've been living under a rock. Haven’s “pub meets gourmet eats” concept has earned rave reviews locally, regionally and nationally, being named one of the country’s “Best New Gastropub” by Draft Magazine, which commended the restaurant for having “breathed new life into the old gastropub concept.” This week, some of our favorite restaurateurs, Partners Executive Chef Greg Daniels, Wil Dee and Ace Patel are offering a chance to win a $100 gift card to their restaurant in historic Old Towne Orange! To enter, email Gretchen at gretchen@pacific-creative.digital. This…

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Dad’s Day

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2011

Pampering your papa this Father’s Day is easy at the St. Regis Monarch Resort. Father’s Day specials at the best address for beach, golf and spa include a “Dad’s Escape” at Spa Gaucin. Dads can enjoy a 90-minute massage at Spa Gaucin, one of the world’s only Forbes Five Star Spas.  During the session, a talented therapist will assess his body, energy and muscle needs and then relax, restore and refresh tired minds and muscles.  The treatment will end with a glass of wine to be enjoyed by the fireplace. $245 for 90 minutes, (a 10 % discount).  Or dads…

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Sunday Company

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By Greer Wylder
June 17, 2011

So you’re a musical theater buff, but missed out on seeing the New York Philharmonic's star-studded presentation of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” live. You’re still in luck, UltraLuxe Cinemas at Anaheim GardenWalk is showing the film version of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” with the New York Philharmonic at a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. and Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Neil Patrick Harris leads an all-star cast which includes Patti LuPone, Stephen Colbert, Jon Cryer, Christina Hendricks, Craig Bierko and Martha Plimpton. “Company” tickets are on sale now at theater box offices or online at www.ultrastarmovies.com. The presentation is rated PG-13 and has…

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Third Thursday Wine

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By Greer Wylder
June 15, 2011

Join Monarch Beach Market for its third Thursday monthly wine tasting from 6 to 8 p.m. offering a great selection of Cabernet for Father's Day! Enjoy a sample of six different Cabernets along with tasty foods from its deli. Cost $30 per person.  Plus, each paid guest will leave with a bottle of the 2009 75 Wine Company Cabernet. The line-up will feature 2009 75 Wine Company Cabernet, 2008 Honig Cabernet, 2006 Sequoia Grove Cabernet, 2008 Faust Cabernet, 2006 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet, and 2006 Rubicon CASK. Vintages are subject to change and availability. Monarch Beach Market is at…

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Truly Graceful Skin

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By Greer Wylder
June 15, 2011

Two years ago, Grace Gutierrez opened True Grace Skin Care in Newport Beach with a vision of offering modern skin care and personalized, cutting-edge technology and excellent products. It’s a favorite oasis where you can be treated to innovative facials and skin care lines to get healthy, beautiful skin. In celebration of its second year in business, True Grace is offering an anniversary facial at a special price of $127 (regular price $170). The super-charged facial lasts one hour with three great procedures involved to achieve a sensational summer glow. The treatment starts with a light AHA peel or enzyme…

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