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Orange County’s Culinary Showcase: Restaurant Week

By Greer Wylder

February 26, 2024

Orange County's most anticipated culinary celebration, Restaurant Week, returns from Sunday, March 3 to Saturday, March 9. For more than 15 years, this event pays homage to the vibrant local food scene, with over 175 eateries offering inventive dishes and signature cocktails. The week showcases Orange County's eclectic dining scene through a selection of Prix-Fixe Menus, with lunch options ranging from $15 to $25 and dinner options from $25 to $45, alongside romantic Date Night specials and opulent Luxe Menus priced between $60 and $120 for a lavish dining experience. Wine enthusiasts can tailor their own Wine Lovers Week with recommendations from…

Experience the O.C. Lantern Festival 2024

By Greer Wylder

February 26, 2024

The Pacific Symphony and South Coast Chinese Cultural Center proudly present a vibrant OC Lantern Festival on Saturday, March 2 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., marking the conclusion of the Lunar New Year festivities. Immerse yourself in a day filled with music, dance, artistic endeavors, riddles, and culinary delights.Step into the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall for enchanting free performances by local music and dance troupes, while the lobby glows with the allure of floating lanterns. Outside, on the Argyros Plaza, engage with community groups showcasing martial arts demonstrations, both traditional and contemporary music and dance, Chinese YoYo,…

Assistance League OC-Costa Mesa-Newport Beach—Denims and Diamonds Casino Night!

By Greer Wylder

February 23, 2024

The Assistance League chapter serving OC-Costa Mesa-Newport Beach is gearing up for an exciting event - Denims and Diamonds Casino Night OC. An invitation is extended to everyone to partake in a night of fun and philanthropy.Scheduled for March 2nd at the Newport Harbor Yacht Club, the Denims and Diamonds Casino Night promises an evening filled with entertainment and excitement. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests will indulge in cocktails, delectable hors d'oeuvres, and the chance to participate in both live and silent auctions.The event will feature a variety of classic casino games including Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps, providing…

Marc-André Hamelin plays Beethoven, Schumann & Ravel at Soka

By Greer Wylder

February 23, 2024

Experience the piano mastery of Marc-André Hamelin, hailed by The New York Times for his "near-superhuman technical prowess” at Soka Performing Arts Center. This event is scheduled for Sunday, February 25, at 3 p.m., held at the Concert Hall. Ticket prices are set at $45 - $85 for regular admission and $40.50 - $76.50 for seniors aged 62 and above, students, and military personnel, with the added benefit of free parking.As the exclusive recording artist for Hyperion Records, Hamelin's extensive repertoire includes over 70 albums, highlighting his virtuosity across solo, orchestral, and chamber music. His performances, ranging from Carnegie Hall…

ADYA Celebrates National Margarita Day with Indian-Mexican Dinner

By Greer Wylder

February 20, 2024

ADYA Executive Chef & Partner Shachi Mehra will initiate the year with a new ADYA Dinner Series, showcasing various themes and cuisines, each infused with an Indian twist. The series begins with an Indi-Mex Culinary Adventure in celebration of National Margarita Day on Thursday, February 22. This event will be held on ADYA's box car patio at the Anaheim Packing House and will feature a four-course dinner that highlights the bold and authentic flavors of Indian and Mexican cuisine, complemented by beverage pairings starting with a Tamarind Margarita.ADYA DINNER SERIES - INDI-MEX CULINARY ADVENTUREMenu Highlights:Starters:Papadum, Chips, Spice Girl SaucesTomato Chutney, Salsa…