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Are you Privy to Prive?

05.10.12

This isn’t your normal pop-up – this is Chef Ryan Carson and his touring pop-up restaurant, ‘Pri-ve! It’s like the circus is coming to town, but instead of creepy juggling clowns, and over-worked elephants, Chef Carson will bring his menu of astounding flavors and innovative comfort foods to Taco Asylum at The CAMP for three days this month. Chef Ryan Carson has been praised for his ability to use classic ingredients in a sophisticated and inventive discipline. His dishes have been known to transport diners back to their childhood in an adult kind of way.

‘Pri-vé will be at Taco Asylum for Mother’s Day on Sunday ^twhere the restaurant will offer a menu that has been referred to as “Brunch for Dinner” featuring Chef Carson’s interpretations of classic brunch items in a dinner setting.

‘Pri-ve will also be here on May 20^th and 21^st featuring an “~~obs~~CURE BEER GARDEN DINNER”. The menu will feature items that go great with a nice glass of beer. It’s Chef Ryan Carson’s take on beer food. I would try the Wild Boar Slim Jim with Tillamook cheddar cheese wiz or the house made pretzel with aged gouda mornay.

Don’t miss this chance to try experience Chef Ryan Carson’s touring restaurant ‘Pri-ve. The food is delicious, the experience is wonderful, and this opportunity is temporary because like the Circus, ‘Pri-vé is only in town for a limited time.

Reservations for any of the three nights can be made by calling (909) 576-9210 or emailing .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Guests must include name, party size, and reservation date. All reservations will be confirmed in advance of the desired date. ‘Pri-vé at taco asylum is located at 725 Baker St Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

American Idiot at Segerstrom

California’s own Green Day have evolved over the years from hyperactive punks to writing Grammy nominated rock opera albums. Their stage show has changed from starting a full mudfight at ’94 Woodstock (watch the guitar solo at 1:43 where he un-tunes his guitar and starts throwing mud) to supplying music to a Tony nominated Musical.

This musical, American Idiot is coming to the Segerstrom Center of the Arts May 29-June 3rd. The rock opera follows Jesus of Suburbia who grows tired of his town and moves to new adventures along with his friends in the city. American Idiot the Musical will be a more refined performance of their music than Woodstock, but there is still adult language and content.

Make sure to get your tickets now to this one week event. Tickets start at $25. Segerstrom Center for the Arts is at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa. 714.556.2787

What's Up, OC?

The spirit of the late creative genius Chuck Jones lives on at the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity in Costa Mesa. Chuck Jones is the legendary artist and director who brought characters such as Bug Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, and many others. Before his death in 2002, he established the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity, as he believed there is a creative genius in everyone. Now, through lectures, workshops, and exhibitions, the center is helping to foster creativity in our community.

To celebrate 100 years of Chuck Jones life, the center is hosting the second annual Red Dot Auction featuring over 50 artists work. All their work will be hung on the walls and will be anonymous. Then, their will be a live and silent auction for the works. Who knows, you may get a piece of work for $100 that is worth a small fortune!

Tickets are free to the event. RSVP at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or here 3321 Hyland Avenue Costa Mesa. 949.660.7791 x 108

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Yours Truly is Guest Bartending

05.09.12

Please consider changing the future of two bright and caring Kenyans that I met in a small village in Western Kenya. My best friend Mona Shah of Moxxe PR and I will be guest bartending during Ra Sushi’s Puma Thursday next Thursday, May 10 from 7 to 10 p.m. at RA Sushi in Tustin to help educate Jack & Milly in Kenya.

RA Sushi will donate 10 % of all food and drink sales made from 7 to 10 p.m. to help fund their university education. RA Sushi’s Puma Thursday is an extended happy hour featuring great food and drink specials, ranging from $2 to $7.

Hip Meets Philanthropy

Hip meets philanthropy at CASA's annual fete, The Celebration of Children Black and White Ball on Saturday at 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on May 19 at the Hyatt Regency in Huntington Beach.

Multi-platinum , three-time Grammy-Nominated Taylor Dayne, (with 17 top 10 hits – including Tell it to My Heart & Love Will Lead You Back), will perform live, while television and film star Alan Thicke, (of TV hit series Growing Pains) will serve as the celebrity award presenter. The evening will honor the An Family, and Ted and Lourdes Nark for their generosity, leadership and impact on the 1,200 foster children served at CASA.

Elizabeth An, principal of AnQi at South Coast Plaza and CEO of House of An, serves on the Advisory Board of CASA along with co-honoree Ted Nark. Honoree Lourdes Nark is chairing the big event along with OC Taste-Makers Britt Meyer, Nancy Eaton and Wendy Tenebaum. Distinguished Steering Committee Members include OC leaders Susan Kang, Elizabeth Segerstrom, Dee Higby, Betty Huang, Sheila Peterson, Sylvia Damiani, Deborah Gunn-Downing, Christina Lyons, Linda Young, among others.

County's Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) trains volunteers in Orange County to serve as advocates for children who have been severely abused, abandoned and neglected. In past years, The Black and White Ball has raised more than $800k, and this year CASA’s goal is a cool million. The event promises to be the charity fete of the year and is sure to be a sell-out!

Tickets cost $275. Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa is at 21500 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach. For tickets and more information, visit http://casacelebrationofchildren.org/

Summer Flavors at Yogurtland

false Just as fall and winter has pumpkin pie lattes and egg nog, every season deserves their own special treat. Just in time for summer, Yogurtland is serving up tasty treats for the warm months of May and June. The perfect cool down to a long day is nutritious frozen yogurt, which besides from being delicious, contains all real ingredients, as well as calcium, vitamins, and billions of probiotic and active cultures.

The special summer additions at Yogurt Land are Blue Lychee Bliss Treat, an exotic blend of lychee fruit and blueberry. Also, rotating with their 16 flavors and 35 toppings is Almond Midnight Mocha. Two types of dark chocolate, real almond, and coffee will satisfy any chocolate lover. If your feeling adventurous, try mixing the two for a sensational treat. These flavors are limited edition and only available for 8 weeks. Make sure to get your summer treat soon!

Yogurt Land has many locations in Orange County. For a full list click here.