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OC Mom Writes a Supportive Roadmap to Living Beyond Cancer

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By Greer Wylder
May 25, 2021

I just found out about an incredible Orange County mom of four children who was diagnosed with advanced stage 3 colon cancer at 37-years-old during the pandemic. Erin Soto was living the average life of a busy, overly committed mom-of-four and wife when crisis and illness ravaged her body, stole her identity and damaged or destroyed almost everything that gave her life meaning.“After allowing myself time to grieve over this devastating news, I decided to embrace the experience and use it as an opportunity to set an example for others along the way. I am grateful to share that my cancer…

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Descanso’s Taquero Tuesdays Streetside Taco Stand Experience

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By Greer Wylder
May 21, 2021

Descanso Restaurant in Costa Mesa presents Taquero Tuesdays in the popular Plancha Room, weekly from 5 p.m. to close beginning May. For one night each week, the Plancha Room will transform to recreate the streetside taco stand experience and present taco-lovers with a casual, a-la-cart way to enjoy their favorite food in a lively atmosphere.A beloved part of Mexican cuisine and culture, the street-side Taquero, or Taco Man, is revered for serving up the freshest, most flavorful tacos made with expertly grilled meats and vegetables. Descanso brings this interactive taco bar experience to its elevated restaurant setting as artful taco…

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Newport Beach-Based Piper, Washable Luxury Bags

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By Greer Wylder
May 20, 2021

Meet Piper, a new Newport Beach-based handbag line designed by two sisters Jane, Cindy and Linda Chen. They set out to create born a luxury handbag that isn’t just stylish and functional; it’s washable and made from eco-luxury fabrics.“For the past year, my sisters and I have poured our hearts and energy into research to design the world's cleanest washable (and dryable) luxury bag - the first of its kind - crafted from GOTS-certified organic cotton,” said co-founder Linda Chen. “Each design is inspired by the beauty of the Pacific Rivera and made from innovative eco-luxury fabrics, including washable fabric made…

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New Dishes Reveal At Lido Bottle Works

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By Greer Wylder
May 19, 2021

Do you love to read menus prior to going out? If yes, this is up your alley. Lido Bottle Works, one of the best restaurants for seasonal cuisine in Orange County, with an added bonus of a waterfront view, just debuted new menu items thanks to Executive Chef Joel Guiterrez.Now that he's been at the helm of Lido Bottle Works for a few months, he’s added a set of dishes with a focus on hyper seasonal ingredients perfectly-paired with local craft beers and California wines. You can still order the hits: Potato Chorizo Croquettes. Curried Beef Meatballs, and Pork Belly…

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The Napa Valley Wine Train Returns

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By Greer Wylder
May 17, 2021

The Napa Valley Wine Train, an engaging and memorable experience that echoes the glory days of train travel, is welcoming back passengers!  One of the few active historic passenger railroads in the U.S., the iconic wine country experience will celebrate its reopening by offering complimentary tickets to local healthcare workers to thank them for their services. The Napa Valley Wine Train also partnered with OLE Health to host a temporary vaccination clinic at their train station since mid-April to support local efforts in vaccinating the community. “We are prouder than ever to be part of the Napa Valley community after witnessing its…

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