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Executive Chef Jeffrey Boullt Unveils Flavor-Packed New Dinner Menu at SOCIAL Kitchen + Craft Bar

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By Greer Wylder
March 13, 2025

SOCIAL Kitchen + Craft Bar in Costa Mesa has a fresh new dinner menu from Executive Chef Jeffrey Boullt, bringing bold, smoky flavors and elevated comfort food to the table. Known for his Southern influence and creative approach, Chef Boullt has put his signature spin on classic favorites with seasonal ingredients and unexpected twists.The new menu is built for sharing, starting with hickory-smoked Sticky Ribs lacquered in a hoisin dynamite sauce, blending Kansas City BBQ with a Southern kick. The Fritto Misto is a crispy mix of calamari, shrimp, olives, and shishito peppers served with Meyer lemon aioli, while Brussels…

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Spring at Irvine Barclay Theatre: A Season of Music, Dance, and Conversation

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By Greer Wylder
March 11, 2025

Irvine Barclay Theatre welcomes spring with an outstanding lineup of performances, featuring award-winning musicians, renowned dance companies, and thought-provoking speakers. This season includes jazz and Celtic music, contemporary dance, ballet, and an evening with acclaimed author Amy Tan.Upcoming PerformancesLaissez Les Bon Temps Rouler – A Trip to New OrleansSaturday, March 15, 2025 | 8 p.m.The Barclay Jazz & Beyond Orchestra returns for a Mardi Gras–inspired jazz celebration, featuring a 19-piece big band led by Shelly Berg, with drummer Herlin Riley and special guest soloists. Expect a night of contemporary second-line music and fresh takes on classic jazz standards. Tickets range…

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Deli Nerds Brings High-Quality, Clean Eating to Costa Mesa

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By Greer Wylder
March 09, 2025

Deli Nerds, a woman-owned fast-casual restaurant in Costa Mesa, is making clean, high-quality meals more accessible to the community. The menu features gourmet sliders, fresh wraps, and hearty salads, all crafted with grass-fed meats, farmers’ market produce, and house-made sauces—without inflammatory seed oils. Beyond serving food, Deli Nerds is creating a gathering space and offering catering for corporate and social events.Born out of necessity during the COVID era, Deli Nerds was founded on the idea that convenience shouldn’t come at the expense of quality. With home cooking becoming a daily challenge and takeout options often lacking in nutrition, the need…

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Discover Endless Summer Fun at the Summer Opportunities Jamboree!

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By Greer Wylder
March 05, 2025

Plan your family’s summer schedule as Parenting OC Magazine returns to The District at Tustin Legacy for a free, family-friendly fair featuring 50 exhibitors from summer camps, sports programs, family fun centers, and summer learning programs. Set in the heart of Orange County at this unique entertainment and dining destination, the event offers an exciting day for families to explore summer opportunities.The Summer Opportunities Jamboree takes place on March 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment on stage, including performances by School of Rock and the Tustin School Honor Chorus. Meet princesses and superheroes from Creative…

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Golf For A Cause: Join ‘18 For The Elephants’ and Support Conservation Efforts

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By Greer Wylder
March 04, 2025

As African elephants face increasing threats to their survival, Laguna Beach Philanthropist Oracle Maureen is presenting the inaugural “18 For The Elephants” charity golf tournament, sponsored by Angels Among Us Foundation and benefitting the charity Over and Above Africa. Set for April 10, 2025, at Pelican Hill Golf Club, the event aims to rally Southern California in support of critical conservation efforts for these endangered animals.Special Connection to Orange CountyKerry David, founder of Over and Above Africa, is also the producer of "Breaking Their Silence: Women on the Frontline of the Poaching War," which held its World Premiere at the…

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