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Nochebuena: Christmas Eve in Mexico returns to Musco Center!

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By Greer Wylder
December 12, 2022

Celebrate Christmas Eve in Mexico at Musco Center for the Arts on Thursday, December 22 at 7:30 p.m. with a vibrant evening of music and dance featuring two of L.A.’s most acclaimed performance ensembles: Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles and Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar. In Mexico, Christmas is not just a single day, but a whole season of Christmas-related celebrations. Today, the Christmas traditions in Mexico are a blend of indigenous culture, Spanish heritage, and many other influences.  In this concert, we’ll go through some of the unique regional traditions celebrated throughout Mexico and among Chicano families in the United…

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Holiday Hideout Speakeasy Debuts at VEA Newport Beach

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By Greer Wylder
December 09, 2022

VEA Newport Beach will transform Members—one of its intimate event spaces—into a fully decked-out Holiday Hideout Speakeasy during the month of December.Toast to the season with aptly themed appetizers and specialty cocktails, plus plenty of wintry wonderland photo ops. For $65 per person (inclusive of 18% gratuity and tax), guests will receive a selection of savory and sweet treats, including Parmesan Arancini, Triple Cheese Fondue, and Holiday Truffles & Macaroons, plus two cocktails. Additional drinks may be purchased for an extra charge. Cheery cocktails include “Santa’s Little Helper” made with Braulio, Green Chartreuse, and hot cocoa, and the “Mariah Carey High…

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2022 Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade

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By Greer Wylder
December 08, 2022

As the 114th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade moves its way through the Newport Harbor this December, the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Committee, with the leadership of The Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce, will continue with its parade route starting and ending point at Tip of Lido Isle. The parade will begin at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night from December 14 – 18, 2022.On the opening night of the parade on Wednesday, December 14 at approximately 6:15 pm, a special opening fireworks display will take place off the Newport Pier to kick off the parade.…

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Christmas Dining at OC’s Premium Culinary Destination, Top of the V at The Viv

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By Greer Wylder
December 07, 2022

Top of the V, located at the newly rebranded The Viv Anaheim, is an experience that immerses guests in the cuisine of the Basque Country of Spain. With impressive views of the city, this swanky rooftop restaurant and bar invites guests to enjoy our beautiful SoCal weather while exploring the Chef Tasting menu and Exhibition Kitchen. Located on the 12th floor of The Viv Hotel Anaheim, lounge by the elevated rooftop pool or sit by the firepits and outdoor VIP lounges while watching the nightly Disneyland firework show. Chef Edgar Beas takes inspiration from his experience cooking Basque cuisine to create…

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Paragon Holiday Grilled Cheese Pop-Up + The Return of Breakfast Sandwiches

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By Greer Wylder
December 07, 2022

The recently-opened Paragon at SOCO celebrates the season with a cozy, upscale dinner pop-up celebrating delicious takes on the Grilled Cheese Sandwich. These Holiday Grilled Cheese Dinners will take place 5-10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday through Friday, Dec. 23. “We wanted to take something that most everybody loves–the Grilled Cheese Sandwich–and put the Paragon spin on it, a few times over,” Executive Chef Dean Isom said. “ I’ve created two soups for the pop-up, too. Grilled cheese and soup when it’s cold out is the paragon of comforting food to me, and in many ways, that’s really what we’re…

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