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Ring in 2025 with Elegance: New Year’s Soirée at The Mayor’s Table

By Greer Wylder

December 23, 2024

Celebrate the arrival of 2025 at The Mayor’s Table in Newport Beach, where a luxurious four-course dining experience, live music, and an elegant ambiance set the stage for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve.Event DetailsTuesday, December 31Two Seatings: 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.Begin your evening with an indulgent amuse-bouche featuring Caviar Service, setting the tone for an exceptional culinary journey. For the appetizer, choose from:Nitrogen Winter Citrus: Burrata, fennel, and prosciuttoFarmer's Salad: Seasonal flavors with warm bacon dressingDesigner Oysters: Olive oil pearls and champagne mignonette granitaFor the entrée, enjoy one of these exquisite options:New York Steak: A classic done to perfectionLobster…

Toast to 2024: New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Bayside and Bistango

By Greer Wylder

December 23, 2024

Ring in 2024 with unforgettable celebrations at two iconic Orange County restaurants: Bayside in Newport Beach and Bistango in Irvine. Both venues promise an extraordinary evening featuring special menus, live music, and an atmosphere perfect for creating lasting memories. Here's how these celebrated dining spots are welcoming the New Year.Bayside Restaurant900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach | (949) 721-1222 | BaysideRestaurant.comBayside is wrapping up its milestone 25th year in style with a New Year’s Eve celebration to remember. The evening will feature a Surf & Turf prix-fixe menu, paired with a glass of Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut to toast the occasion.…

Better Buzz Coffee Opens in Fullerton with Exciting Grand Opening Celebration!

By Greer Wylder

December 23, 2024

Fuel your day with exceptional coffee crafted to keep you buzzing! Better Buzz, the beloved San Diego-based small-batch coffee roaster and café, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its Fullerton location on Friday, December 27. Following its recent debut in Costa Mesa, Fullerton marks the fourth Better Buzz location in Orange County, just in time to end the year on a high note.Guests at Better Buzz can indulge in meticulously handcrafted espresso drinks, coffee, teas, smoothies, and delicious food. The café is celebrated for specialty drinks like the Best Drink Ever®, a classic Americano with Better Buzz’s signature…

The Huntington Holiday House: A Festive Winter Wonderland by the Beach!

By Greer Wylder

December 20, 2024

The Huntington Beach House has transformed into a festive winter wonderland for the season, now known as The Huntington Holiday House! Located on the sands of Huntington State Beach, this family-friendly destination offers a magical holiday beachfront experience throughout December. Visitors can enjoy enchanting photo spots, from twinkling palm trees and a snowy Christmas Forest to a heart-shaped selfie station inspired by the North Pole. The festivities also include visits from Santa Claus, spreading Christmas cheer every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. through Christmas. Pets are welcome too!As temperatures cool by the beach, indulge in warm hot…

Restored Crystal Cove Cottages Now Open for Online Reservations

By Greer Wylder

December 20, 2024

Crystal Cove Conservancy, the nonprofit partnering with Crystal Cove State Park, is thrilled to unveil that four beautifully restored North Beach Cottages are now open for online reservations!Reservations can be made through the California State Parks reservation system at ReserveCalifornia.com for the following cottages:Cottage #11A: The Carpenter's CastleCottage #11B: Crow's NestCottage #25: Grunion RunCottage #28: Board and BattenReservations will be released in four-week blocks, with the first check-in date set for December 23, 2024.North Beach Restoration ProjectThe restoration of these cottages is part of the $55 million North Beach Restoration Project, a major effort to preserve and restore the 17…