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Montage Laguna Beach Reopens Studio For One Night Only to Ring In The New Year

By Greer Wylder

December 29, 2021

This year, more than any other – except maybe 2020 – deserves a special sendoff that is memorable, lavish, and extraordinary. Montage Laguna Beach will reopen Studio for one night only to ring in the new year with live entertainment, craft cocktails, and gourmet dining. The festivities will kick off at 8 p.m. with cocktails, canapes, and conversations, before leading into an opulent sit-down six-course dinner with mouth-watering dishes such as the Poached Pacific Spiny Lobster (a rare type of lobster that can only be caught on the Pacific Coast) and Miyazaki A5 Japanese Wagyu, all expertly paired with wine from Studio’s award-winning cellar. Following the…

BluSky Restaurant & Bar and Belvedere Vodka Presents Winter Wonderland!

By Greer Wylder

December 27, 2021

One of Orange County’s newest hotspots, BluSky Restaurant & Bar, located at the recently opened AAA Four-Diamond hotel Radisson Blu Anaheim. Belvedere Vodka has teamed up with BluSky Restaurant & Bar to present Winter Wonderland, one of the most upscale NYE events to come to Orange County in years.On December 31, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., BluSky Restaurant & Bar will host a lively evening featuring two DJs (one in BluSky’s main dining room and one by the rooftop pool), tray pass hors d'oeuvres, live- action food stations throughout the rooftop, a complimentary sparkling wine toast at midnight, and…

New Year’s Eve Restaurant Specials

By Greer Wylder

December 27, 2021

For many, last New Year’s Eve was spent socially distanced and at home. This year, guests are looking forward to going out to ring in 2022—with restaurants offering special celebrations to make the most out of the evening. Eddie V’s: Eddie V’s is celebrating New Year’s Eve in style with a glamorous soiree. The evening starts with sparkle as guests are greeted with a complimentary glass of bubbly and party favors. Against a backdrop of live music, guests can mix, mingle and dine with the restaurant’s eye-catching signature cocktails, world-class wine list and artistically prepared dishes in an alluring atmosphere. The…

The Countdown to Orange County’s NYE Festivities

By Greer Wylder

December 27, 2021

Let’s welcome 2022 in style! Whether you want to ring in the new year with drinks and an ocean view, delectable dishes, or by dancing the night away, SoCal is the place to be! Here’s a roundup of local NYE hotspots!The Blind Pig Kicks Off 2022 with a Masquerade Party! (Rancho Santa Margarita and Yorba Linda)On December 31, The Blind Pig Kitchen + Bar will be opening up its restaurants in Rancho Santa Margarita and Yorba Linda for a NYE party that you won’t want to miss! Guests are welcome to dress up in party attire and wear a masquerade-style…

New Year’s Eve Dining at OC Restaurants

By Greer Wylder

December 27, 2021

From fine dining and foie gras to good luck soul food, there are numerous ways to celebrate the New Year in Orange County on Dec. 31. Here's a roundup of restaurants offering special New Year's Eve menus: Fable & Spirit – NEWPORT BEACHMake your final meal of the year count with New Year’s Eve Dinner at Fable & Spirit! Chef David Shofner offers his full menu, along with a very special Creekstone Farm Filet Mignon & Fresh Maine Lobster special with the option to add seared Foie Gras. Complete your meal with wine recommendations from Sommelier Ali Coyle and unique cocktails…