We just love this supe cute, gold flower Ombre umbrella that’s handmade in Italy. It’s available from the Passionate Collector, which has just gotten in a whole quiver full of stylish and fun Ombre umbrellas. A fun way to check out the rest of the Passionate Collector’s amazing gifts is at its annual Holiday Boutique, Wednesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Please RSVP by Nov. 25 to susan@thepassionatecollector.com or 949.644.2246. First 50 people to RSVP will receive a goody bag (value up to $125). The Passionate Collector is a favorite online store of ours that offers unique hand selected jewelry and accessories in all price ranges. If you need assistance in making selections or with sizing (the store has perfect gifts for the holidays), just e-mail owner Susan Shieldkret at susan@thepassionatecollector.com or call her at 949.644.2246. Business hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Small gift, big taste!
For those times when you need to bring a small gift to a party, better stop by Promelis Market or the ‘A’ Market in Newport Beach. B. toffee just arrived there, and it’s the best! Founder Betsy Thagard is a friend and incredible cook. Her handmade B.toffee contains the only finest ingredients. 949.722.9001 betsy@btoffee.com.
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- 11.25.25 – The Nutcracker Returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre
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