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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…

Holiday Celebrations at Marriott Irvine Spectrum

By Greer Wylder

December 23, 2021

Kiss 2021 goodbye at Heirloom Farmhouse Kitchen and atop Hive & Honey Rooftop Bar at the Marriott Irvine Spectrum with a Winter Wonderland soiree. Hive & Holidays (through Jan. 14): Hive & Honey has transformed into a winter wonderland with holiday decor and new festive cocktails. Cocktails highlights include: Santa's Side Sleigh: Remy martin 1738, lemon, Cointreau, Licor 43General Blitzen: garrison bros honey bourbon, honey syrup, lemon blackberry, ginger beerNine Ladies Dancing: Ketel one vodka, lemon, Aperol, honey, lavender bitters, ginger bitters, Chandon garden spritzYa Filthy Animal: dewars, lemon, ginger, honey, Laphroaig 10 year floatHeirloom Farmhouse Kitchen NYE Dinner (Dec. 31 at…

Celebrate Christmas Day At Acapulco With An All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch

By Greer Wylder

December 20, 2021

Acapulco invites guests to celebrate Christmas Day with an All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch! Visit the food stations where they’ll serve you, featuring a Tri-Tip and Ham carving station, apple-jalapeño stuffing, chipotle-honey sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, a taco station, soups, salads, dessert bar & more. Unlimited champagne and mimosas are also included in the Holiday Brunch. Plus, $5 margaritas and draft beer specials. The All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch will be from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and the regular menu will be available from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Pricing for the All-You-Can-Eat Holiday Brunch will be $34 for adults and $10 for Kids.…

Holiday Dining in Style at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

December 20, 2021

South Coast Plaza is all dressed up and sparkling for the holidays! And, several restaurants are planning special holiday menus and treats.Dine Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Morton’s The SteakhouseGo out on the town for Christmas dinner at Morton’s! Enjoy the three-course Chateaubriand menu or your favorite Morton’s signature steak. $179 for two, excluding tax & gratuity.Start the celebration with Morton’s specialty cocktail, Sparkling Holly—Duckhorn Decoy sparkling wine with a touch of crème de cassis, house-made cranberry syrup, and garnished with snowcapped cranberries.First course is a winter salad of mixed field greens, spiced walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and creamy…