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Archive for August, 2013

Costa Mesa Restaurant Week at Blackmarket Bakery

Posted on August 21, 2013 | 2:03pm

During Costa Mesa Restaurant Week, I’ve taken advantage of some great dining deals and limited time menu items to indulge in some delectable fare. My epicurean adventure took a sugary turn today as I succumbed to a sweet-tooth craving to seek out the the confectionary offerings from Blackmarket Bakery at the CAMP.

Old School Banana Cream Tart

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Costa Mesa Restaurant Week at Ecco Pizzeria & Bar

Posted on August 20, 2013 | 2:47pm

Costa Mesa Restaurant Week features some of the top dining destinations in Orange County.  Ecco Pizzeria & Bar at the CAMP brings the taste of Naples, Italy to Costa Mesa.  Ecco, which means “here it is” or “lo and behold” in Italian, offers guests quality cuisine using traditional culinary methods.  Most of the ingredients are imported directly from Italy to ensure authenticity.

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Costa Mesa Restaurant Week at The Gypsy Den Cafe

Posted on August 16, 2013 | 2:44pm

Today is the first day of Costa Mesa Restaurant Week 2013.  With 40 participating restaurants, there is an eatery to fit every budget and taste. If you love food and enjoy dining out, CMRW is the perfect time to visit an old favorite or try something new.

For the first meal of Costa Mesa Restaurant Week, I went to the Gypsy Den Café at the LAB anti-mall.  The Gypsy Den is an eclectic and cozy restaurant/bakery/coffee shop.

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To Live & Dine Chef’s Challenge

Posted on August 15, 2013 | 10:21am

The To Live and Dine Chef’s Challenge, presented by Riviera, brought together 20 acclaimed chefs from throughout Orange County to compete for bragging rights by offering samples of their signature dishes to guests at the OC Mix.

To Live & Dine Chef's Challenge

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2013-2014 Season Preview

Posted on August 13, 2013 | 2:08pm

The 2013-14 Season at Segerstrom Center for the Arts brings the power of live performances to the stage in Costa Mesa. As the leading performing arts venue in Orange County, SCFTA features Broadway hits, acclaimed musicians, international dance troupes, family friendly productions and much more.

Last night, season ticket holders, group buyers and members of the media were invited to a special preview of the upcoming season’s productions.  Bob Bucci, EVP of Marketing of Broadway Across America, hosted the event and set the tone for the night by wearing a cupcake costume!  SCFTA Executive Vice President Judy Morr also assisted in hosting duties, although she left the sweets-inspired wardrobe to Bucci.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts - 2013-2014 Season Preview - Bob Bucci in Priscilla Cupcake costume -   Doug Gifford  070 (10)

Image Courtesy of Doug Gifford

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