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Festive Holiday Event & Nightly Light Show at The District at Tustin Legacy!

By Greer Wylder

November 20, 2024

This holiday season, The District at Tustin Legacy invites families to celebrate the magic of the season with a special, family-friendly holiday event on Saturday, December 7. From 12 to 2 p.m., guests of all ages can enjoy an array of holiday activities, including free photos with Santa, seasonal crafts for kids and interactive family activities to create joyful holiday memories together.The District at Tustin Legacy’s annual event is designed to spread holiday cheer and is ideal for families looking to capture a festive photo with Santa or participate in hands-on holiday crafts that will spark creativity in young ones.…

Kick Off the Holidays at VEA Newport Beach’s Festive Celebrations!

By Greer Wylder

November 18, 2024

VEA Newport Beach invites you to celebrate the season in style! Join the 3rd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 21st, at 5:30 p.m. for a heartwarming evening filled with hot cocoa, sweet treats, live entertainment, and magical Santa sightings! Bring the family for a cozy, festive night that’s open to both resort guests and the local community. With no reservations required and complimentary valet parking, it's a holiday event you won’t want to miss.For those 21 and over, VEA’s Holiday Hideout returns on Friday, November 15th! This chic, winter wonderland lounge puts a seasonal twist on a classic speakeasy,…

Bubbles & Bites: A Sparkling Evening with Laurent-Perrier at Gelson’s Irvine

By Greer Wylder

November 16, 2024

Join Gelson’s Market in Irvine and the celebrated champagne house, Laurent-Perrier, for a sparkling evening of “Bubbles and Bites” at Gelson’s Irvine Wine Bar on November 21 from 6 PM to 8 PM. Enjoy a four-course culinary experience crafted by Gelson’s Executive Chef Tony Dang, with each dish thoughtfully paired with Laurent-Perrier’s finest champagnes.Menu HighlightsFirst Course: Grilled Sriracha Shrimp Skewers, Gelson’s Prosciutto, and Brillat Savarin Triple Cream Cheese, paired with La Cuvée Brut NVSecond Course: Antipasto Brochette Skewer and Toro Crudo, paired with Cuvée Rosé Brut NVThird Course: Lobster Salad and Cashew Chicken Skewers, paired with Blanc de Blanc NatureFourth…

The Lido Theater Launches Café Pop-Up Experience

By Greer Wylder

November 15, 2024

Newport Beach's beloved Lido Theater is thrilled to unveil its new Café Pop-Up Experience, open daily from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. This unique addition, crafted by Chef Shelly Register and led by Newport Beach native and Hollywood director Joseph ‘McG’ Nichol of River Jetty Restaurant Group, showcases a menu brimming with freshly prepared selections and an array of daily baked goods.“Because of the history of the theater, it was really important that we create something that is lasting, that builds community, and says ‘We’re here for you, and we’re here to stay’—and let’s have fun with it!” commented Shelly…

Puesto Debuts New Cozy Dishes Just in Time for the Holidays

By Greer Wylder

November 15, 2024

As the weather cools, Puesto brings fresh warmth to its award-winning Mexico City-inspired menu with new, comforting dishes. Now available on the all-day menu, each dish has been crafted with a focus on rich flavor and perfect balance:Chicken Mole Enchilada – Oaxacan-style mole negro, tender chicken, onion, queso fresco, and chile-almond crunch.Pollo Asado Taco – Grilled chicken with asada seasoning, hot honey, guacamole, asada pico, and queso fresco on a handmade, organic blue corn tortilla.Crab & Shrimp Flautas – Lump crab, Mexican shrimp, green onion, cabbage slaw, avocado salsa, and chile oil.Pumpkin Spiced Chocoflan – Dulce de leche, chocolate cake,…