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Day Of The Dead-inspired Mexican Restaurant Coming to Downtown Anaheim

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By Greer Wylder
April 22, 2022

A new and colorful addition to Downtown Anaheim, set to open in late May, is a full-service Day of the Dead-themed Mexican restaurant, Calaca Mamas Cantina. The family-friendly concept, conceived and founded by restaurateurs and sisters Angela and Mariam El Haj, will replace Captain Kidd’s at 1550 S. Harbor Blvd., in a conveniently walkable location directly across the street from Disneyland and its resorts. The space will seat 200 guests, including a dining room with several banquettes for parties of four, and a larger, semi-private area to accommodate parties up to 12. The El Haj sisters collaborated with Deborah Mayne on the restaurant design…

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Fleurs de Villes FEMMES at South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
April 20, 2022

A beautiful display of artistic works of fresh floral art inspired by remarkable women who have made a significant cultural, social or historical impact is something to look forward to this week. Fleurs de Villes FEMMES, a five-day exhibit of 16 beautiful and exquisite works makes its West Coast debut April 20-24 at South Coast Plaza. The exhibit will feature floral mannequins inspired by Serena Williams, Aretha Franklin, Cher, Grace Kelly, Yayoi Kusama, Selena, Misty Copeland, Frida Kahlo, among others. They will be on display in Jewel Court, the Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue wings, and the Crate & Barrel/Macy’s Home…

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2022 Stars on Ice Tour at Honda Center on May 21

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By Greer Wylder
April 18, 2022

Every four years, figure skating fans get to revel in the sport’s most celebrated platform -- the Winter Olympics. This year following the Olympics Games, U.S. figure skating fans will have the opportunity to celebrate live figure skating in person with the stars from Beijing. The 2022 Stars on Ice tour will feature many of the U.S. skaters competing for medals at the Winter Games in China. The Tour will visit Anaheim, CA on Saturday, May 21st for a 7:30 PM performance at the Honda Center.After missing two seasons due to the pandemic, the 2022 Stars on Ice tour will put fans…

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John Kelly Chocolates in OC

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By Greer Wylder
April 15, 2022

Chocolate enthusiasts can now enjoy some of the world’s finest chocolates, John Kelly Chocolates at some of the best retailers in Orange County including Bristol Farms Newport Beach, Whole Foods, Roger’s Gardens, Hi-Time Wine Cellar, and Bristol Farms’ new concept, Newfound Market, at Irvine Spectrum. John Kelly Chocolates is a big "Hollywood Insider” kind of thing.  Known for its luxurious line of premium, artisanal chocolate, John Kelly Chocolates opened its chocolate factory on a quaint street in Hollywood in 2004. John Kelly created a loyal following for its proprietary recipe that combines the creamy texture of ganache with the dense richness of fudge. The…

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Hotel ZOSO, An Oasis In The Heart of Palm Springs

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2022

If you’re craving a desert getaway, there’s a new resort that’s in the perfect spot in downtown Palm Springs. I just went to hotel ZOSO for the grand reopening celebration and I enjoyed every minute.hotel ZOSO is back. It’s on S. Indian Canyon Drive within walking distance of great shops, galleries, and restaurants. The airport is just two miles away and the convention center is close, too. They’ve also opened The Kitchen featuring American cuisine so there are plenty of dining choices, you won’t have to leave the resort. Open for breakfast and lunch and bites daily. Choose from Maestro Sausage Co.…

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