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NBFF Action Sports Film Series

04.26.12

With Orange County’s roots in the surf wear and action gear industry, it’s fitting that the Newport Beach Film Fest would lead the country in action sports cinema events. The incredible NBFF Action Sports Film Series screens nineteen films from around the world that tell compelling stories of surfing, stand up paddle surfing, paddle boarding, skateboarding, skiing, snowboarding, motocross and other extreme sports from a historical, physical, and emotional perspective. Highlights of series include the world premiere of “Decade of Dominance” on Saturday at 6:15 p.m. at Regency Lido Theatre directed by OC filmmaker Brent Deal, following paddle board champion Jamie Mitchell on his quest for his tenth consecutive World Championship title, paddling across the 32-mile Ka’iwi Channel from Molokai to Oahu. Following the screening, the Saturday Night Showcase Party at Equinox in Irvine features entertainment, tasty foods from Daphne’s California Greek and hosted bars by Absolut and Stella Artois.
Other world premieres include of Soren Johnstone’s skateboard road trip documentary “Hicks on Sticks” following four skaters and two music bands on an 1800-mile tour through Western Canada with a 5,000-pound portable skateboard park; and the “Crusty 16 - Outback Attack” screening on Friday at 7 p.m. that takes FMX adventures to the extreme, following the Crusty boys through the Australian outback, and “Man and Machine” on Sunday at 3:45 p.m. capturing the challenges of the world of Extreme Enduro competition.
The 2012 Action Sports Film Series Pass is available for $75 and offers an opportunity to see all 19 films in the series. Tickets to individual screenings cost $12. Tickets to the Saturday Night Showcase party at Equinox cost $25 (21 & over).

For tickets, passes, schedule, full synopses and trailers visit www.nbffACTION.com or www.NewportBeachFilmFest.com.

Evening of Style

Tonight, Bally Switzerland at South Coast Plaza has partnered with Julia Argyros and “3 Moms on a Mission” to host an Evening of Style – a shopping event from 6 to 8 p.m. 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Operation Smile to help provide free surgeries for children around the world suffering from facial deformities. Guests can enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres while learning more about this international children’s medical charity. There will also be a raffle to win an iconic Moritz collection handbag valued at $1295.RSVP at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Bally Switzerland is at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol Ave. in Costa Mesa.

It Works! Wrap Party

Desa Salon in Costa Mesa is throwing an “It Works! Wrap Party” tonight at 7 p.m. The salon is offering an Ultimate Body Applicator (wrap) that claims to give visible results and help you detox in 45 minutes. You just choose an area you want to lose inches from and you will have the opportunity to tone, tighten, firm and have smoother more youthful-looking skin, while reducing the appearance of cellulite for just $25 with just one application.
There’s also a facial applicator for tightening, hydrating and firming the skin.

Desa Salon is at 1835 Newport Blvd. Suite D256 in Costa Mesa. Call Desa Salon to reserve your spot. 949.645.0311.

Friends and Family Sale!

Consider yourself a friend and family member at Michael Stars store at Fashion Island in Newport Beach Friday to Sunday. Just mention “friends and family” and you’ll save 25% on your entire purchase. Michael Stars carries a complete collection casual couture including women's t shirts and designer tees, as well as tanks, skirts, dresses and camis. Newest arrivals include voile tile flower tunics, peasant tops, and racerback maxi dresses. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. At Fashion Island in Newport Beach. 949.999.0750.

Master Your Style

There are only a few spots left in Style 2020’s Master Class on April 28th. “Masters” within their special fields will provide the tools and coaching necessary to help you be on top of your game at any moment. Topics presented by industry experts include: Personal Branding, Etiquette, Voice & Diction, Makeup & Grooming, Inner Beauty and much more. Don’t miss this great opportunity for fun and self-improvement. Reserve your seat today.

Lisa Marmorino 949.219.2360 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

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Food Sherpas at Tabu Shabu

04.25.12

Let the team at new restaurant Tabu Shabu be your guides on a journey of savory flavors, premium thin meats and homemade sauces. At Tabu Shabu you are the cook and the customer! You get to grill your own meats, choose your own sauces, and create your own meals. It’s a fun and interactive eating experience unlike anything else.

Tabu Shabu gives you the chance to do something you never could as a child – play with your food! But now you can do it as an adult, and with a full sake bar and 100oz beertubes playing with your food never felt so good. And for the kids Tabu Shabu is fully stocked with Mexican cokes, sprites and squirts with real cane sugar.

Tabu Shabu, located on 17th Street in the Pancakes R US Shopping center, is the second and highly anticipated restaurant venture by owner Jeff Chon. His first project was the restoration of Newport Beach’s historic “The Alley”, which he has turned into a nightlife hot spot while still maintaining its local charm. Chon, together with partners Christian Fernandez and Sol An, is ready for Tabu Shabu to be the cornerstone of healthy and interactive dining in Costa Mesa.

The intimate 33 seat space, designed by French architect Luc Peltier, focuses on eco-friendly modern finishes with smooth curves built into the ceiling giving the restaurant an undisturbed polished feel. The beautifully done concrete bar is a simple yet powerful touch that creates a great eating, drinking, and social atmosphere.

Local Costa Mesa surf-street artist Dean Bradley will do his first chalk piece in the new restaurant. Bradley’s art reflects the rich influence of contemporary art and surf culture in the Costa Mesa/ Newport Beach area.

There is nothing taboo about Tabu Shabu, other than that it is a new and exciting way to enjoy delicious foods, beer, and maybe a sake bomb or two, if you’re up for it. Tabu Shabu is a great eatery for any occasion – when you do go in you have to try Jeff Chon’s signature Korean dish called “bibimbab”, along with the Kobe short rip and the pork shoulder. However, he entire menu is delicious and it’s all entirely cooked by you.

Lincoln Street Boutique

false In the heart of San Clemente on the historic Del Mar Avenue lies a new shopping gem called Lincoln Street Boutique. Just a few months old this upscale contemporary women's boutiques is already making it's mark as a "haute" shopping destination and one I MUST share with all my readers.

Newport Beach Film Fest Kicks Off

false The 13th annual Newport Beach Film Festival—a week of pure film bliss—kicks off Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport with the world premiere of “Jewtopia.” Inspired by the international smash hit play and best-selling book, co-written by Bryan Fogel, who will be making his directorial debut. The hilarious comedy about two childhood friends searching for love and cultures clashing features an all-star cast including Ivan Sergei, Joel David Moore, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jon Lovitz, Rita Wilson, and Tom Arnold.

Immediately following the film, the opening night gala takes place at Fashion Island. The party features culinary tastings from 35 of Orange County’s premiere restaurants and a special speak-peek performance from the Tony Award-winning musical, “Million Dollar Quartet” running at Segerstrom Center Tuesday, to Sunday, May 6.
The Newport Beach Film Festival runs through May 3, and boasts more than 400 films from 50 countries, nightly special events, Q & A’s with filmmakers, international spotlight events and seminars.

Tickets to the opening night screening and gala costs $125 each and are available at http://www.NewportBeachFilmFest.com. You can also purchase tickets to the Opening Night gala for $80 each. Guests must be at least 21 years old and cocktail attire is suggested.

Edwards Big Newport at 300 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach.

NBFF Ticket Winners!

false Kimquyen Lee and Nili Stevens both won two tickets to Opening Night Gala at Newport Beach Film Festival for the premiere of “Jewtopia” and after party at Fashion Island. Congratulations! We will notify you on where to pick up your tickets.