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Casa Kick Off Event with DVF

05.16.12

One of Orange County's most beloved charities Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is having their annual Kick-off Luncheon and Shopping Event event on Wednesday May 23rd; brought to you by Friends of CASA, an auxiliary group that is committed to raising funds for Orange County's Mentor-Advocate program benefiting abused and neglected children in the foster care program. Over the years this dedicated group of women has been responsible for raising over 1 million dollars that has gone directly to addressing the needs of vulnerable children.

Enjoy a fashion presentation featuring Diane von Furstenberg's latest Spring Collection with a hosted champagne reception and lunch at AnQi South Coast Plaza, before heading over to DVF's first Orange County boutique. The new 2000 sq. ft. store boasts a classic old Hollywood feel and displays their garments like works of art in a gallery. Famed for her iconic prints and wrap dresses, Diane von Furstenberg's newest location offers effortlessly chic styles for every occasion - from an important meeting to evening cocktails to a fabulous Friday night date.

This kick-off event isn't just a free lunch, Friends of CASA is actively looking for new members to join in on their cause. By joining Friends of CASA, your support will provide the crucial funding to recruit, train and support hundreds of mentor-advocates in the coming year. Your compassion will make a difference for hundreds of children who are currently waiting for a CASA volunteer of their own.

The Friends of CASA Luncheon will be held at AnQi located at 3333 Bristol Street in Costa Mesa from 10 a.m to 12 p.m. with shopping event following promptly from 12 to 2 p.m. And 15% of DVF purchases made between May 23rd through May 27th will go directly to this charity, all you have to do is mention CASA.

To RSVP for the Luncheon please contact Kate Manzani at (714) 619-5140 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Space is limited so RSVP NOW

And to find out more about Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) please visit their website at casaoc.org.

Taste Spring

The days of food trucks only serving greasy food is over. Two of our favorite gourmet food trucks, Seabirds and Tasting Spoon are parking together for a special dinner event to celebrate the tastes of spring. The dinner will be held at Nekter Juice Bar in Costa Mesa and they will be serving a 2 hour prix fixe vegan dinner. Fresh juice will also be available to taste. The fresh vegetables will come from Irvine’s own Tanaka Farms. Come sit down and enjoy a delightful dinner and taste the goodness of Orange County.

Taste of Spring at Nekter Juice Bar Costa Mesa. Four courses, $38. May 25th at 6:30. Tickets can be bought at the trucks or online here.

Win Tickets!

Here is your chance to live la vida loca. We are giving away a pair of tickets to see Enrique Iglesias and J.Lo live at the Honda Center on August 11. Dance the night away to some exotic music courtesy of Greer'sOC! Like our mention of JLO EL on facebook to win the tickets. Buena suerte! Winner will be announced next Wednesday.

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Tempting Ten Asian Bistro

05.15.12

Ten Asian Bistro in Newport Beach looks better than ever---the recently transformed hip bistro just added a new culinary powerhouse, Executive Chef Wendie Hoffman who updated the menu to include hot new items like tasty filet wontons, kung pao calamari, el nino roll, honey cashew shrimp, salmon carpaccio, and even chocolate sushi. Debuting tonight, Ten Asian Bistro kicks off Tuesday’s till Ten at Ten, an extended happy hour 5 to 10 p.m., and Wednesday its Locals Night, 50% off all food for locals; on Friday’s it’s Full House Fridays, take 1% off your dinner tab for every person in your group (groups of 10 to 30 take 10 to 30% off); and Saturday, it’s Sake Saturdays with $2/$3/$4 appetizers $4/$6 small/large hot sake, and $2 sake bombs.

Tuesdays’s till Ten at Ten is a sweet deal considering the restaurant is offering incredible drink specials as well as $5 Yaki Gyoza, pan-seared Chinese style chicken potstickers; $5 hot samurai roll with tempura style spicy tuna and crab sushi poppers stuffed with avocado and cucumber, $5 Bodhi spring rolls, $5 salt and pepper calamari; and $5 kerbau tenders, crispy chicken served with spicy Asian inspired buffalo sauce.
4647 MacArthur Blvd. in Newport Beach. 949.660.1010.

Doheny Blues Fest!

Doheny Blues Festival celebrates 15 years of bringing “Blues on the Beach” Saturday and Sunday at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point. Headliners include Gregg Allman, Steve Miller, Buddy Guy, Los Lonely Boys and many more. Enjoy the best of blues, rock and roots music with more than 20 sets playing on three different stages, as well as micbrobrews and tasty food.

Tickets are going quickly, for details or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.omegaevents.com/dohenyblues, or call 949.360.7800. Doheny Blues Festival is at 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive in Dana Point.

Fun with your Girl

Mark this under fun with your girlfriends for a great cause. Attend the 3rd Annual Girlfriend Event Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to help support Nancy Pellegrino’s mission to make a difference after her beloved girlfriend and sister-in-law passed suddenly from a brain aneurysm. Her family created The Kathy Oldham Children's Endowment, and on Thursday Nancy and her skincare team will offer discounted rejuvenation facial peels, refreshments, and raffle prizes.

All funds will be donated to The Children's Endowment. Call 949.706.9919 for appointments. Nancy Pellegrino, NP is at 280 Newport Center Drive, Suite 205 in Newport Beach.

Spring Rummage Sale

Bella Bella Salon in Corona del Mar and iHOPEoc are teaming up for a Spring Rummage Sale on Saturday and Sunday at iHOPEoc’s resource center in San Clemente. It’s a great time to clean out your closets and garages to provide iHOPEoc’s mission of helping the homeless and the working poor with basic needs and resources. They are requesting new or gently used furniture, lamps and accessories; collectibles or antiques; sporting goods, books, records, toys and games; apparel for children through adults; electronics (in working order); and glassware, dishes, and cups.

Items can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday or Friday at the iHOPEoc resource center at 106 W.

Canada Avenue in San Clemente. For more information to arrange a drop off or pick up call 949.973.2360 or 949.500.0494.