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Arc Restaurant Review: Food & Libations in Costa Mesa
As the newest restaurant at the OC Mix in the SoCo Collection in Costa Mesa, Arc Restaurant serves contemporary American dishes from a wood-burning oven. With the straightforward idea of “Food & Libations,” Arc produces mouth-watering contemporary American fare and cocktails made from their “scratch” bar. There are also several unique craft beers to choose from.
The décor inside Arc is simple and clean with wood, dark colors and cast-iron motifs throughout with seating in booths and at the large bar. The centerpiece, of course, is the wood-burning oven. Read More
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Five Must-Go Places for Lunch Deals in Costa Mesa
Old Vine Café
Old Vine Café has an inspired lunch three-course pre-fixe menu that features a starter, entrée and dessert. Every option showcases Chef Mark McDonald’s brilliance, but the main reason why Old Vine tops our list is because breakfast is still served. If you prefer sweet, savory or something comforting, Old Vine Café has the perfect breakfast dish to satisfy any taste. If you’ve haven’t been to Old Vine yet, be sure to try the open-faced – a freshly made biscuit with sausage, scrambled eggs and a homemade chipotle gravy. Old Vine also makes all of their own spreads from scratch. The unique dishes make Old Vine Café one of the most popular eateries not only at the CAMP, but in all of Orange County.
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Chinese Lunar New Year at South Coast Plaza
February is going to be an exciting month at South Coast Plaza with Lunar New Year events, specials and giveaways. The Year of the Snake will kick-off on February 5, with a towering snake exhibit and floral arrangement. The exhibit will be on display in Jewel Court until February 17.
Between February 7 and 17, shoppers have a chance to win prizes and a South Coast Plaza shopping spree. There will be an enter-to-win promotion at the four concierge desks with special red envelopes concealing prizes. Thousands of envelopes will be distributed, but only 50 contain a prize. Read More
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Top 10 Places for a Hot Beverage in Costa Mesa
The recent weather has had us bundled up a little more than usual because it’s not too often that the thermometer dips below 40 in Orange County. Because of the chill in the air, we’ve been drinking more coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Our hunt for hot beverages was the inspiration for our list of the best places in Costa Mesa to help you combat the cold with a steaming cup or warmth.
1. Portola Coffee Lab is a playground for the most skilled baristas in Orange County. To try an espresso, coffee or any creative offering available is to try the best handcrafted beverage available. The Lab is the dream, or rather, the physical manifestation of owner Jeff Duggan’s passion/obsession with coffee. Each staff member is an expert on everything coffee. From the type of bean, roasting process, brewing process or presentation, they will have an answer for any question you may have. The décor is not sleepy like most coffee houses, but a vibrant green. Everything is upbeat and friendly. And, being that it is a lab, baristas creating drinks wear lab coats.
Courtesy of Anne Watson
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