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Montage Laguna Beach Reopens Studio For One Night Only to Ring In The New Year

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By Greer Wylder
December 29, 2021

This year, more than any other – except maybe 2020 – deserves a special sendoff that is memorable, lavish, and extraordinary. Montage Laguna Beach will reopen Studio for one night only to ring in the new year with live entertainment, craft cocktails, and gourmet dining. The festivities will kick off at 8 p.m. with cocktails, canapes, and conversations, before leading into an opulent sit-down six-course dinner with mouth-watering dishes such as the Poached Pacific Spiny Lobster (a rare type of lobster that can only be caught on the Pacific Coast) and Miyazaki A5 Japanese Wagyu, all expertly paired with wine from Studio’s award-winning cellar.   Following the…

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New Year’s Eve Dining at OC Restaurants

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By Greer Wylder
December 27, 2021

From fine dining and foie gras to good luck soul food, there are numerous ways to celebrate the New Year in Orange County on Dec. 31. Here's a roundup of restaurants offering special New Year's Eve menus: Fable & Spirit – NEWPORT BEACHMake your final meal of the year count with New Year’s Eve Dinner at Fable & Spirit! Chef David Shofner offers his full menu, along with a very special Creekstone Farm Filet Mignon & Fresh Maine Lobster special with the option to add seared Foie Gras. Complete your meal with wine recommendations from Sommelier Ali Coyle and unique cocktails…

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Enjoy Magical Photos, Live Music & Trivia at The District This Holiday Season!

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By Greer Wylder
December 23, 2021

Make holiday memories at the Wonderfest Holiday Experience at District at Tustin Legacy daily through January 1!  Take a magical photo inside their illuminated ornament and enjoy the beautiful holiday décor from Union Market Courtyard to AMC Fountain Courtyard. Also, be sure to visit Union Market Tustin for live entertainment, trivia & more photo ops! And, weekly through December 30 enjoy:LIVE MUSIC | Wednesdays 7–9 p.m.TRIVIA | Thursdays 7–9 p.m.*LIVE MUSIC | Sundays 1-4 p.m.*Gift card prizes given out to the winning trivia teams.2437 Park Ave. in Tustin. Thank you to the Ivey family for the use of their image.

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Holiday Dining in Style at South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
December 20, 2021

South Coast Plaza is all dressed up and sparkling for the holidays! And, several restaurants are planning special holiday menus and treats.Dine Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Morton’s The SteakhouseGo out on the town for Christmas dinner at Morton’s! Enjoy the three-course Chateaubriand menu or your favorite Morton’s signature steak.  $179 for two, excluding tax & gratuity.Start the celebration with Morton’s specialty cocktail, Sparkling Holly—Duckhorn Decoy sparkling wine with a touch of crème de cassis, house-made cranberry syrup, and garnished with snowcapped cranberries.First course is a winter salad of mixed field greens, spiced walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and creamy…

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Eat, Drink & Be Merry! Christmas Eve Dining in OC

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By Greer Wylder
December 17, 2021

Christmas Eve is a popular night to dine out in Orange County, and it’s easy to find great restaurants open for dinner. Here’s a round-up of Christmas Eve dining options and even some take-out meals to make your holiday extra special.  The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar — TUSTIN & NEWPORT BEACH Eat, Drink & Be Merry at The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar! The restaurant’s Tustin and Newport Beach locations will be offering Christmas Eve Dinner on Friday, December 24th with its full menu, as well as specials for the evening. To learn more, see menus and make your reservation, please…

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