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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.

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Costa Mesa Chef Challenge

Posted on August 12, 2013 | 11:28am

To close out the OC Fair and highlight the upcoming Costa Mesa Restaurant Week August 16-23, 2013, local chefs Massimo Navarretta and Alan Greeley competed in a “Chopped” style chef’s competition.

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Book Lovers Day

Posted on August 9, 2013 | 1:34pm

Reading a book can be educational, entertaining and relaxing.  A good book can open your imagination and change your perspective.  Since the advent of the printing press, books have played a major role in shaping society.  Today is Book Lovers Day, which serves as the perfect excuse to grab a book, find a quiet, cozy place and tuck into a good story.

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Weezer at the OC Fair

Posted on July 30, 2013 | 10:23am

There is a myriad of activities and entertainment available at the OC Fair including high-revving spectacles in the Action Sports Area, local competitions, rides, games, animals and concerts in the Hangar and Pacific Amphitheatre.

With the Pacific Amphitheatre due for some major improvements, this will be the last summer of the current incarnation of the outdoor venue.  Each summer, the Pac Amp hosts some of the biggest names in music and always draws a large crowds of music lovers.

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Symphony in the Cities

Posted on July 29, 2013 | 2:08pm

The Pacific Symphony performed in the Arts Plaza at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts as part of the “Symphony in the Cities” series.  The free performance was wonderful opportunity to see world-class musicians perform and a great way to start the weekend.

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