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Prices Fall at Fleming’s!

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By Greer Wylder
October 11, 2009

The Fall is here, and that’s when Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Newport Beach rolls out its three course fall prix fixe menu, priced at an affordable $39.95. Starters include roasted butternut squash soup; entree selections feature crackling pork osso bucco (slow-cooked pork shank served crispy with barbecue glaze and cilantro oil or filet mignon brochette), shallots, mushrooms and sweet peppers with Madeira sauce. For dessert? Dark chocolate mousse cake with almond brittle and malted crème anglaise. Bon appétit.

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Free Love at Facelogic!

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By Greer Wylder
October 09, 2009

Facelogic at The District at Tustin Legacy is celebrating its first year anniversary Saturday, Oct. 17 with complimentary services from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: MD Skincare facial peels, mini Oxygen facials, Clarisonic cleanse, and skin analysis by facelogic. Not a bad deal, especially since they’re free. You just need to RSVP. Facelogic is all about luxury facials at affordable prices, signature facials start at $59, and premium facials start at $89. 714.258.3223.

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Whiskey A Go-Go!

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By Greer Wylder
October 08, 2009

I’m not so sure how I’ve missed this in year’s past ... big mistake! Hi-Time Wine Cellars  is having its annual whiskey tasting Saturday 4 to 10 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Costa Mesa. Who knew there was even 100 whiskeys in existence, but Hi-Time is pouring them, with appetizers. Just $50 per person. Also save 15% on whiskey purchases, and Holiday Inn’s offering special room rates. Better RSVP 800.331.3005.

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Half-off Happy Hour Specials at Opah!

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By Greer Wylder
October 06, 2009

Opah Restaurant & Bar at The Market Place in Irvine just launched new Happy Hour specials—all starters half price, and specially priced beer and wine. And Happy Hour lasts the duration of the NFL games Monday game.(Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 6:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 9 to 11 p.m.). Opah offers live entertainment every Thursday and Friday from 8 to 11 p.m. Great new lunch specials (only $12) include choice of steak and blue cheese tacos (served with baby arugula, tomato, salsa verde and steamed rice), rotisserie chicken Nicoise (shallot marinated chicken, hearts of romaine, tomatoes,…

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Dinner at top-rated restaurant for $29!

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By Greer Wylder
October 04, 2009

It’s not every day that a top-rated restaurant in OC offers a two-course dinner for $29, but guess what?

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