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2ND & PCH Welcomes Summer with Free Events in June

By Greer Wylder

June 06, 2024

Welcome summer with a series of exciting family-friendly and free outdoor events this June at 2ND & PCH, Long Beach’s premier outdoor shopping center.Long Beach Strong Beach: Join the center’s free pop-up outdoor exercise series on Wednesdays through June 19th, in partnership with Vuori Clothing. Led by Purple Yoga, the class runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the scenic 2ND & PCH center grass lawn. After the workout, enjoy refreshments at the Vuori Clothing store. The series returns on Saturday, June 22nd, and Sunday, June 23rd for a Summer Pride Month Edition event from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.…

Press & Moka Coffeehouse Celebrates 2 Years in Irvine with a Party

By Greer Wylder

June 03, 2024

Press and Moka Coffeehouse is celebrating two years in style with an event on Thursday, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festivities include live music by The Sonoramics, as well raffles for special prizes, a selection of perfectly mixed mocktails, like a Brown Sugar Mocktini, Mint Mojito Limeade, Matcha Lemon Drop and more, plus $2 select baked goodies (available all month!), and shopping with local boutique vendors, and other fun to be had! Don’t sleep on the European-style casual coffee shop’s regular food and drink menu, with its specialty coffees featuring coffee from Caffè Vergnano, Italy’s oldest roastery,…

OC’s Largest Hotel Property, Hilton Anaheim, Celebrates 40 Years with a PARTY!

By Greer Wylder

May 31, 2024

Hilton Anaheim’s EPIC 80s-themed 40th Anniversary party will take place at the hotel’s MIX Lounge on Thursday, June 6th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Commemorating its opening in 1984, the event will feature complimentary 80s-inspired bites such as potato skins, meatball sliders, and shrimp cocktail. Specialty cocktails like the WooWoo and Whiskey Business will be available at a cash bar, accompanied by music from the 80s to set the mood. Executive Chef Juan Lopez’s 80s-inspired menu and cocktails will be available throughout the summer.The MIX event is open to the public, and guests are encouraged to wear their best 80s…

Santa Ynez Valley: Blending Tradition with New Culinary and Wine Experiences

By Greer Wylder

May 31, 2024

The Santa Ynez Valley continues to evolve as a top destination in California’s Central Coast, merging new culinary and wine experiences with its enduring charm, ensuring its status as a 'Best Destination' in the West.The region's allure lies in its dynamic blend of innovation and tradition. Despite its fame since appearing in the 2004 film "Sideways," the Santa Ynez Valley maintains its unique identity by continuously refreshing its wine and dining offerings without compromising the quaint charm that originally defined it. In recognition of these efforts, the 2023 Sunset Magazine Travel Awards named the Santa Ynez Valley a "Best Destination" in…

Taste of Beauty: Cross-Cultural, Plant-Based Fine Dining in Fountain Valley

By Greer Wylder

May 31, 2024

Taste of Beauty in Fountain Valley offers an exceptional fine dining experience focused on cross-cultural, plant-based cuisine. This restaurant has become a favorite among diners by transforming fresh, seasonal ingredients into visually stunning and delicious dishes. The Spring/Summer 2024 menu, Earthscapes, showcases their culinary innovation and artistic presentation.The Earthscapes menu is an 8-course tasting experience that highlights the flavors of the earth. Available in both vegetarian and vegan options, this menu reflects a deep connection to nature and the culinary traditions of different cultures. Here are some standout dishes:The Desert:Inspired by the Gobi Desert, this dish features fried elm mushrooms…