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10 Ways to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Orange County

February 11, 2018 / / 0 Comments

  1. Enter a Crawfish Eating Contest
    Hot N Juicy Crawfish in Fountain Valley is hosting their annual Crawfish Eating Contest and Mardi Celebration Tuesday 2/13. There are prizes for the top 3 contestants…what do they win? More crawfish!
    http://bit.ly/2BSTGph
  2. Party at Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen
    Ralph Brennan’s in Downtown Disney celebrates Mardi Gras, Tuesday 2/13, with New Orleans cuisine, live jazz music, costume contest, mini King Cakes and more.
    http://bit.ly/2EX4UYx
  3. Visit Bourbon Street
    Well, Bourbon Street Bar and Grill in Downtown Fullerton, that is! Their Mardi Gras celebration on Tuesday 2/13 starts at 11am and includes live music from the Dixiedelics Jazz Band.
    http://bit.ly/2o3tE9Q
  4. Get a fresh baked King Cake

    Porto’s Bakery in Buena Park is baking up traditional King Cake with cream cheese filling, only available through 2/13.
    http://bit.ly/2CdOU1s

  5. Take the kids to their very own Mardi Gras party
    Kids can enjoy Mardi Gras at Pretend City in Irvine on Tuesday 2/13. Activities include a parade, crafts, dancing, and more.
    http://bit.ly/2Cdsj5i
  6. Eat some NOLA-inspired food
    The House of Blues has a special NOLA-inspired menu for the month of February. Enjoy jambalaya, gumbo, Lowcountry shrimp and grits, and more.
    http://bit.ly/2nSFpk2
  7. Get some Mardi Gras inspired desserts

    French’s Pastry is serving up Mardi Gras inspired cupcakes, cakes, and King Cake at their 4 Orange County locations.
    http://bit.ly/2EXJ8En

  8. Enjoy a Crab Boil
    Get your Crab Boil fix at the the Boiling Crab at one of their 4 Orange County locations. They’ll be having beads, beers, and drink specials to celebrate Mardi Gras on Tuesday 2/13.
    http://bit.ly/2EkcjAn
  9. Take a trip to New Orleans Square

    New Orleans Square in Disneyland will be celebrating Mardi Gras Tuesday 2/13 with Mardi Gras inspired beignets, live jazz music, characters dressed for the occasion (including Princess Tiana), and more.

  10. Catch some beads
    The Outlets at San Clemente is celebrating Mardi Gras on Tuesday 2/13 with free King Cake (while supplies last), “masked revelers tossing Mardi Gras beads” from the balconies, and free beignets at Ruby’s Diner.
    http://bit.ly/2skYGPE

10 Cutest Valentine’s Day Treats in Orange County

February 7, 2018 / / 0 Comments

We’ve searched high and low all across Orange County to bring you the sweetest treats for Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re madly in love or just madly in love with dessert, there’s something here for every sweet tooth.

From now through Valentine’s Day get valentines themed character macarons, like these jumbo Pusheen the cat macarons, at Bunjour Bakery in Laguna Hills.

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If you’re valentine would rather a bouquet of ice cream flowers instead of real flowers then look no further than Cauldron Ice Cream in Santa Ana. Their handmade ice cream is served in a Puffle cone, and then shaped into a beautiful flower, ready to be devoured.

 

Here are some Valentine’s Day shots that the whole family can enjoy! The Dirty Cookie at Union Market is Tustin is making extra special cookie shots with a “conversation heart” theme.

 

Sweet, and salty, and spicy, oh my! Take your taste buds on an adventure with this “Hot as Hell” blend of vanilla ice cream and Hot Cheetos at Drill’d Ice Cream in Fountain Valley.

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If you’re feeling a little risque, surprise your Valentine with these naughty cookies from Blackmarket Bakery in Costa Mesa.

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Forget about those chalky conversation hearts and woo your valentine with these macaron versions of the classic candy, available at Honey and Butter in Irvine and Costa Mesa.

 

Valentine Churro Donut topped with ice cream?! Nothing says true love like sugar, sugar, and more sugar! You can find this sweet treat at Churned Creamery in Tustin, Cypress, Irvine, and Yorba Linda.

 

These cute heart shaped donuts are topped with white chocolate powder and organic raspberry powder, the perfect way to get sugar covered with your sweetie! You’ll find these at Good Town Doughnuts in Costa Mesa.

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Two loops are better than one! The Loop Churros in Westminster have created the Love Loop Parfait for Valentine’s Day. This adorable dessert is totally customizable with your choice of ice cream flavors and toppings.

 

Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone and if you’re not really feeling it this year…then you’re sure to enjoy this “Cupid is Stupid” cookie from Sweet Cheeks Sugar Cookies in OC.

 

BONUS – Super Silly Valentine’s Day Treat

If you want to surprise your valentine with something that definitely does not scream desperation, then how about these “Don’t Leave Me” donuts from Crafted Donuts in Fountain Valley.

Things To Do This Weekend in OC

February 1, 2018 / / 0 Comments

It’s a great weekend to get outside and have fun! Attend a car show with over 400+ vehicles, visit a model train show, participate in a beach cleanup, and more, this weekend in Orange County:

  • The 15th annual San Juan Capistrano Car Show is Saturday 2/3 from 7:30am-2pm at the Community Center and Sports Park. Over 400 cars on display. Admission is $5. http://ocevent.co/1PBeCRc
  • Attend a beach cleanup in San Clemente on Saturday 2/3 from 9am-11am at Calafia State Beach. Beach cleanups are held on the first and second Saturday of the month. FREE to attend. http://bit.ly/2DU31dQ
  • The 9th Annual Monarch Butterfly Day is Saturday 2/3 from 10am-2pm at Mile Square Park in Fountain Valley. Kids can learn about planting plants to attract butterflies, learn about their natural habitat, and go inside a netted butterfly enclosure. FREE to attend but parking fees apply. http://bit.ly/2nt2XMd
  • The 38th Annual Black History Parade and Cultural Faire is Saturday 2/3 from 10am-4pm at Center Street Promenade in Anaheim.  Live entertainment, food & more. FREE to attend. http://bit.ly/2nxr7Eo
  • OC Parks offers different hikes throughout the county on a regular basis. This Saturday 2/3 you can participate in a “Hike to the Redwoods”, a “Family Hike”, and more. FREE to attend but parking fees may apply. http://bit.ly/2GCgAAu
  • The Downtown Santa Ana Art Walk is Saturday 2/3 from 6pm-10pm. Food, shopping, performances & more. FREE to attend. http://bit.ly/2nzLm4n
  • The Surf City Marathon and Expo is this weekend in Huntington Beach. The Active Lifestyle Expo runs Saturday and Sunday and the marathon and half-marathons are Sunday. Expo is FREE to attend. http://ocevent.co/1OmOgym
  • The Great Train Show is all weekend from 10am-4pm at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa. Over 20 operating model train displays, 300+ vendors selling trains, and more. Admission and parking required. http://bit.ly/2jfyEru
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