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New Year’s Eve Champagne By Julie Wimmer Champagne is a New Years Eve staple. Most people, when they hear the word Champagne, think celebration, and New Years Eve is one of the biggest, if not the biggest, celebrations in the world. Whether you are a Champagne and/or wine drinker or not, it is always fun to toast the new year with a sip of the bubbly stuff. Lucky for us, there are different kinds to choose from depending on your palate and budget. What are the different kinds of Champagne? Champagne, as most of us know, is basically sparkling wine, however, there are different types. There is sweet Champagne and dry Champagne, just like wine. When the bottle claims the Champagne is “Extra-dry,” that obviously means it is dry, however, “Brut” means it is the driest kind of Champagne. The sweet bottles of Champagne are called “Sec,” which is sweet, and “Demi-Sec,” which is the sweetest. Picking a dry Champagne or a sweet Champagne can depend on taste, food or price. My father is a wine connoisseur. He has been buying, tasting and testing wine’s since before I was born. We even had a full wine cellar, although it was raw (dug out from the basement with a metal rack put inside,) in our house growing up. Suggestions from my father: Sweet wine and Champagne, according to my father, go with cheeses, red meat and saltier fair. Dry wine and
Champagne are better paired with desserts, fruits and sweeter dishes like a chicken dish with a sweet sauce. Buying Champagne When my husband and I went on our honeymoon in Nantucket years ago, we decided to over-splurge one night on dinner. We’d heard a particular restaurant was worth it, and it was, so we even splurged on the Champagne we ordered to toast ourselves. Each glass, however, was $25. We picked out what was considered an expensive Champagne, and it was certainly delicious, however, that price is steep. You can get a great Champagne at $25 for the entire bottle. You just have to know how to pick it. There are many brands, Korbel, Taittinger , Veuve (with that familiar yellow label,), Dom Perignon, Freixenet and many more that we have seen at liquor stores or heard about from commercials or magazine ads. If you are having guests who know nothing about wine or Champagne and are only going to have a sip at midnight, then it’s okay to go with a Spumante (which you can get for $6) or Freixenet. If you care about the taste however, do some research. Dom Perignon is high end, and yes, delicious no matter what type you pick, but a bottle can run you $100 and up. If you have that sort of cash and want to spend it, great, you are very fortunate. Taittinger has been rated in wine magazines and they have bottles, both dry and sweet, that
start at $23. A nice pick for a dinner party or New Years Eve. Veuve is very popular, however they also have great prices (like Taittinger) and many fantastic tastes to choose from. This brand is a great option for a large party on New Years Eve.
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Pacific Symphony Opens The New Year With Beethoven’s First And Only Violin Concerto Performed By Virtuoso Ray Chen
Violinist, Ray Chen Remarkably, Ludwig van Beethoven wrote but one violin concerto in his prodigious lifetime. While this alone makes the concerto special, it also has become one of the most widely played and popular works for the instrument. Under the spotlight for Pacific Symphony’s first concert of 2018, the concerto is famous for its highly spirited final movement. The work’s grandeur—every bit as lush as any of his piano concertos—reveals the amazing melodic and technical range of the violin, especially when played by Taiwanese-Australian violinist, Ray Chen. The Washington Post declared: “Chen can do pretty much anything he wants on the violin.” The orchestra also tackles Edward Elgar’s regal Symphony No. 1, a work performed over 100 times within a year of its premiere. It was hailed by The Musical Times as an “immediate and phenomenal success.” Led by international guest conductor and British native Michael Francis, the Symphony’s musical toast to the New Year takes place Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 1113, at 8 p.m. in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Tickets are $25-$126; Box Circle, $196-$206. A preview talk with Alan Chapman begins at 7 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (714) 7555799 or visit PacificSymphony.org. Reviewing a performance of Elgar’s Symphony No. 1 led by Francis, the Tampa Bay Times, wrote: “Elgar’s attempts to work out his demons brought out the most passion in Francis, who might have galloped off the stage with the military rhythms of the orchestra. A few magic Page 4
moments had everyone in the theater syncopated, tied together in the sights and sounds. And that felt most significant of all.” The concert opens with Beethoven’s extraordinary violin concerto. After sharing a thrilling performance with Chen a few years ago, the Symphony felt compelled to invite him back for this occasion. The Strad sums up Chen: “From the first notes there was no doubt of being in the presence of something special.” This first prizewinner in the 2008 International Yehudi Menuhin Violin Competition and 2009 Queen Elisabeth Music Competition will dazzle with Beethoven’s jewel. Despite a shaky genesis, Beethoven’s only violin concerto, admired for its innovative nature and sheer beauty, remains enormously popular. Composed in 1806 in Vienna for one of the best-known virtuosos of the day, Franz Clement, the concerto epitomizes the classical concerto form and exceeds the scale of any violin concerto before it. The melody and rhythmic material are among the most moving in the entire repertoire, and the finale is one of Beethoven’s most brilliant movements, exhilarating and energetic throughout. Filled with charming dialogues between the soloist and the rest of the orchestra, the mood of the work is unquestioningly vivacious. With nary a note out of place, the musical journey is sublime. However, despite Beethoven’s unfailing confidence in his work (bragging that violinists would still be playing it 50 years after his death), the concerto’s history is not golden.
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Having completed the work in a mad rush just two days before its premiere, the surviving score is a mass of corrections and alternative versions. Clement had very little time to learn the work or rehearse it with the orchestra. And, during the concert, Clement also played a piece of his own while holding the violin upside down, which didn’t endear the critics, and may have adversely affected their reaction to the concerto. The press sourly wrote: “Beethoven could put his undoubtedly great talents to better uses.” As a result, the concerto went unappreciated and neglected—until Josef Joachim and Felix Mendelssohn championed it in the 1840s. It was then that it finally gained a reputation for being one of the greatest works of the genre. Written 21 years before Beethoven’s death, the composition’s immediate fate belied Beethoven’s belief in its success, but in the end, it was redeemed. Beethoven was simply not alive to know it. The struggle of the masters to claim their place in history doesn’t stop with Beethoven. Elgar (18571934)—who is credited with lifting British music out of the two centuries of mediocrity—was already 50 when he began what became his First Symphony. Technically, it was not his first stab at a symphony. Elgar had composed one inspired by Mozart 30 years earlier (only one movement survives), and in 1898, he attempted a symphony dedicated to the life of the English military-imperial hero General Gordon, which did not get far. By the early 20th century, people were wondering if the symphony had
any kind of a future at all. A number of composers of Elgar’s generation were moving away from the symphony, yet, he remained convinced of its worth and sustainability. In a 1905 lecture at Birmingham University, Elgar said: “It seems to me that because the greatest genius of our days, Richard Strauss, recognizes the symphonic-poem as a fit vehicle for his splendid achievements, some writers are inclined to be positive that the symphony is dead…but when the looked-for genius comes, it may be absolutely revived.” Elgar proved to be that genius. It was just a few years later, in December 1908, that he wrote and premiered his much-anticipated Symphony No. 1, which far exceeded his earlier attempts and broke the notion of the symphony’s demise. Thoroughly English, the Symphony is noble, regal and dramatic. Richly scored, luxuriantly melodic and full of gravitas, it was a huge success and very popular after its premiere. In fact, it was hailed as the greatest British symphony ever written. Unfortunately, it has not fared as well since— making it a rare treat on the concert stage. Fortunately, like Beethoven’s violin concerto, it is music that has transcended time and place to be admired by today’s generations. Pacific Symphony’s Classical Series is made possible by the Hal and Jeanette Segerstrom Family Foundation, with additional support from The Westin South Coast Plaza KUSC and PBS SoCal.
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‘Tis the season for glitzing up a sparkling holiday look. From office parties and family gatherings to community events and charity galas, now is the time to look and feel your best. It may be a hectic time of year, but with a little preparation and creativity you can dazzle all season long. Try these quick and easy tips from beauty and style expert Jennifer Walsh for a stellar head-to-toe holiday look: * Start with your hairstyle. Create a chic and classic look by pulling your hair back into a simple ponytail and embellish with a jeweled headband to shine in the festive holiday lights. Complete the look with understated stud earrings.
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Grand Opening Celebration of the Potocki Center for the Arts Jan. 20
Mark your calendar for the Grand Opening Celebration of the Potocki Center for the Arts on Saturday, January 20. This dynamic community event is from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 27301 La Paz Road.
Art and life will entwine at this center that has undergone a reinvention – catering to this community’s ever-growing thirst for the arts. This community celebration will feature creative activities for
families; make-and-take projects; and interactive fun with instructors who teach ceramics, painting, drawing and guitar. Dance artist and Saddleback College educator Deidre Cavazzi will lead the “Melt” gallery exhibit, and the event will
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Elks Serve Holiday Lunch to Marines and Families Story and Photos by: Mike Klinger At 0600, in the early morning dawn hours, the Elks arrived at the Mission Viejo Saddleback Valley lodge to prep their holiday lunch for the Marines and their families at Camp Pendleton, just a short 50 miles South down the Pacific coast. Stuffed chicken roast, creamy garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, Hawaiian rolls and apple crisp for dessert were packed in ice chests and hot-boxes then transported to the base. When the Elks arrived, were greeted by Family Base Coordinator, Tony Ramirez, and confirmed our schedule of lunch at 1230 and Old Saint Nick will “sleigh-in” at 1330. As soon as the Elks had their buffet line set-up, the smell of warm food and desserts filled the banquet room and the hungry families began to arrive from all different hallways. The family mix was a delightful sight. Marines with their wives or husbands, carrying their young ones in their arms with a few moms and dads having toddlers clinging onto their pants as they tried to balance two or more plates of food. Even grandmothers and grandfathers joined in the fun for the holiday lunch, but most of all to get a family photo with Santa Claus. As the Elks continued to serve over 250 guests, everyone gathered in the banquet room with family to finish their delicious meals, listened to a quartet of holiday performers from Disneyland and jumped into a few fun games on stage to win prizes. Then when Santa Claus walked into the room, the cheers and screams
lit up the room. Everyone now had an opportunity to take a photo with Santa, tell him what they wanted for Christmas then grabbed a backpack filled with goodies donated by the Elks. As the afternoon began to wind down, Lt. Col. Gary Thompson took the microphone and addressed the guests as the Elks lined up on the stage. “We are so proud to have this relationship with the Mission Viejo Elks”, Thompson said. “This is the fourth event this year that the Elks traveled South to our base to serve us a fantastic meal and we truly appreciate it.” Thompson then presented PDDGER Harvey Boelts and ER Mike Long with a beautiful hand-carved plaque, remembrance of the Elks efforts. Both Harvey Boelts and Mike Long spoke from the heart to the crowd and paid tribute to the Marines and their families for everything THEY do to keep us safe. Mike Long finished with, “Now we cannot wait for the next phone call from the base to return and serve these wonderful people as they continue serve for us worldwide”. The Mission Viejo/Saddleback Va l l e y E l k s L o d g e # 2 4 4 4 i s celebrating 48 years of service to Saddleback Valley Communities. It is one of 10 lodges in the Orange Coast District of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) whose headquarters is in Chicago, Illinois. The BPOE is a charitable organization with a 149-year history of giving. “Elks Care Elks Share” For information regarding Elks programs or membership, call 949-830-3557.
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Santa Margarita High School Spreads Christmas Cheer t h r o u g h C o m m u n i ty O u t r e a c h E f f o r t s During this Christmas season, the Santa Margarita Catholic High School community worked to spread Christmas cheer and the school’s charism of Caritas Christi, the love of Christ, through community outreach. Santa Margarita Ice Hockey team delivers Christmas Trees to Military Families The Eagle ice hockey team packed over 100 Christmas trees into a VIP Transport delivery truck and then delivered the trees to Camp Pendleton. The trees were distributed to U.S. Marine families that are part of the Exceptional Family Member Program, which offers services to help provide for the unique needs of military families with special needs family members. Girls Soccer Hosts Annual TOPSoccer Holiday Fest Children with special needs had the opportunity to enjoy a day of soccer and fun on Saturday, Dec. 9, at Santa Margarita Catholic High School. The Santa Margarita girls soccer program, along with the Cal South TOPSoccer program, puts on the annual event. The goal is to enable young athletes with disabilities to develop fitness and technical skills as well as courage and self-esteem. This is the tenth year Santa Margarita has hosted the program. About 100 special needs athletes attended as well as 50-60 Santa Margarita girls soccer players. The day included festivities such as face painting, Santa photos, game stations, balloon art, photo opportunities, holiday treats and giveaways.
Christmas Socks for CHOC The Santa Margarita Eagles for CHOC club sold socks for $5 during school lunches to help purchase Christmas gifts for hospitalized teenagers at CHOC Hospital. Over 100 socks were sold. With the money raised, slippers and Stance socks were purchased as gifts for the teens at CHOC. Santa Margarita Community Provides Christmas Cheer to Families in Need For the past several years, SMCHS Special needs athletes had the opportunity to enjoy a day of soccer has held the Adopt-a-Family Drive and fun. for the students and families at Dale Jr. High School in Anaheim. This relationship began over 10 years ago when Lisa Hormuth, the daughter of former campus ministry director Nancy Hormuth who has since retired, saw the hardships her students and their families were going through and decided to do something to lighten their burden during the holidays. Forty-three families from Dale were adopted by faculty, staff, classes, sports teams and offices this year with members of the Santa Jena Bednarczyk addresses gifts Santa Margarita junior Brian for the family her class adopted. Mathis helps a Marine with his tree. Margarita community purchasing Christmas gifts for them. The gifts were wrapped and delivered to Dale Jr. High in time for Christmas. The Jessie Rees Foundation Santa Stroll Held at SMCHS Supports the Fight Against Childhood Cancer On Dec. 10, the Jessie Rees Foundation hosted the Santa Stroll at Santa Margarita Catholic High School. The event helped raise awareness and funds to support kids fighting cancer. Members of the girls soccer team and guest athletes dance during the annual TopSoccer Holiday Fest.
Members of the school’s ice hockey team delivered 100 trees to Camp Pendleton Forty-three families were adopted by the Santa Margarita community that were distributed to military families with special needs family members. this Christmas season. Page 10
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National Charity League Fashion Show and Fundraiser
Young Ladies From the Junior Local Community Twenty six young women from the Saddleback Valley Chapter of National Charity League, Inc., helped raise funds for 19 local charities as they graced the runway for the Chapter’s 34th Annual Fashion Show and Fundraiser event. This year’s event, themed “New York Fashion Week” also included VIP area for teens, silent auction, and opportunity raffle baskets. The event brought 450 family, friends, and community supporters together on November 19th and was held at the Anaheim Hilton Hotel. The Saddleback Valley Chapter’s Annual Fashion Show and Fundraiser spotlights the junior class members who volunteer their time and energy in support of the local philanthropies that they serve over the course of their six years together in the organization. The junior class, along with its entire Saddleback Valley Chapter, served its community with more than 7,600 hours of philanthropic service this year alone. The young women modeled fashions from Macy’s, Boot Barn, and Callie Girl that showcased everything from chic western wear to elegant evening gowns. The models consisted of the junior class members from South Orange County including Coto de Caza, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, and Trabuco Canyon. This year’s Class of 2019 Models included: Katherine Bastian, Madison
Class of 2019 Model the Runway While Serving as Valuable Role Models For Their Organization and Boles, Jamie Brown, Jessica Brown, Brooke Conley, Carsyn Covarrubias, Chayse Covarrubias, Halle Dato, Jenna Dato, Brigette Deneault, Hannah Edson, Nicole Follmer, Sloane Goldfader, Megan Gramling, Gillian Lomax, Ashley Luckham, Misha Manushree, Kelly Penrose, Megan Richardson, Nicole Schulman, Emily Sun, Alexandra Taylor, Jamison Thacker, Annie Thoe, Ella Walkey, and Nicole Williams. ”These amazing young women are in their fifth year of their Ticktocker program and serve as valuable role models in our community and in our chapter. We applaud these young ladies as they exemplify the Ticktocker motto: “We search for charity within ourselves and strive for the graciousness to share it with others,” said Susan Nicolosi, Saddleback Valley’s Chapter President. The 19 local philanthropies that the Saddleback Valley Chapter serves are as follows: Aliso Viejo Public Library, Alzheimer OC, Esperanza Special Education School, Florence Sylvester Senior Center, Jessie Rees Foundation (NEGU), Lighthouse Ministries, Laura’s House, Norman P. Murray Senior Center, Operation Help-a-Hero, Orange County Rescue Mission, Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation, Rainbow Kids Achievement Center, Rancho Santa Margarita Public Library, Rose Parade Petal Pushers, Shea Therapeutic Riding Center, South
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Photos by: Carla Rhea The grounds of historic Mission San Juan Capistrano is the perfect venue for the spectacular Romance of the Mission Benefit Gala for over 450 guests. The Mission Preservation Foundation hosted the black-tie fundraiser which netted $221,000 towards the preservation of the Mission San Juan Capistrano. Along with the beautiful dinner, the evening included a magnificent concert in the ruins of the Great Stone Church that featured Tony and Grammy vocalist Heather Headley and San Juan Capistrano residents and philanthropists Sheila and Jim Peterson were honored. Headley’s moving performance began with an exquisite acapella version of “Amazing Grace” and culminated with a 12-member choir joining her on stage for a soulful rendition of “When the Swallows Come Back to Capistrano” followed by “My Song” and “Reach Out and Touch”. Mission San Juan Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence Adams was joined by Mission Preservation Foundation President George O’Connell to celebrate San Juan residents and Orange County philanthropists Brady O’Connell and Connie Spenuzza Sheila and Jim Peterson for their ongoing support of Mission preservation efforts. During the awards presentation, Lawrence Adams commented, “The Romance of the Mission gala is the foundation from which we spring-board to action for the next year. Tonight’s event gives us the financial – and in some cases spiritual and emotional where-with-all to keep up that fight – to do all that we can to make sure that this landmark is never forgotten as a place of inspiration, education and preservation.” The legendary Mission bells were rung to mark the end of the concert and guests were led through the Resurgam and into the Mission’s Central Courtyard for dinner presented by long-time community partner, The RitzCarlton, Laguna Niguel. Honored last year for their significant contributions to the Mission, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, under the leadership of General Manager Bruce Brainerd, presented a superb four-course plated dinner and generously donated a getaway experience of a two-night stay, dinner and breakfast for two and two 60-minute signature massages (valued at $10,000) as one of the event’s opportunity drawing items. Mechelle Lawrence Adams with Sheila and Jim Peterson with Lugano Diamonds donated a $5,000 GIA certified 5 carat Orange Bruce Brainerd Concert Artist Heather Headley Sapphire with a $5,000 certificate for a “setting” and Tadashi Shoji South Coast Plaza presented a custom dress experience with the designer valued at $7,500. Proceeds from the opportunity drawing were $21,000. Joining major benefit gala underwriters Microsemi - Sheila and Jim Peterson and The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel were O’Connell Family Foundation and EJ Tracy. Known as the “Jewel of the Missions,” Mission San Juan Capistrano is a historic landmark and museum that boasts of quality permanent exhibits featuring original artifacts as well as traveling and temporary exhibits on a wide variety of topics. The Mission is also Orange County’s only mission and is a site of inspiration, education, and preservation. The site includes such original buildings as the Serra Chapel, the ruins of the Great Stone Church, and original padres’ quarters. The Mission was founded on November 1, 1776 by Padre Junipero Serra as the seventh in the chain of the twenty-one California missions established by Spain. Over 70,000 fourth grade students visit the Mission as part of their field trip learning about Early California history. For more information, visit www.missionsjc.com. Tiffany Powell and Trevor Baird Page 12
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TOURNAMENT OF ROSES 100th ROSE QUEEN ISABELLA MAREZ The Tournament of Roses named Isabella Marie Marez as the 100th Rose Queen at the Announcement and Coronation ceremony. The event took place at the Pasadena Playhouse and was hosted by radio personality Ellen K of KOST 103.5FM. The announcement follows a month-long selection process with nearly 1000 people participating in interviews. 2018 Rose Queen Isabella and the Royal Court will attend numerous community and media functions, serving as ambassadors of the Tournament of Roses and the Pasadena community at large. The grand finale will be their appearance on the Royal Court float in the 129th Rose Parade® presented by Honda and attending the College Football Semifinal at the Rose Bowl Game® presented by Northwestern Mutual, both on Monday, January 1, 2018. The Rose Queen and Royal Court were selected based upon a combination of qualities, including public speaking ability, poise, academic achievement, youth leadership, community and school involvement. “Queen Isabella’s life changed the
moment I announced her name. She has now become part of the tradition and legacy of the 99 Rose Queens before her,” said Tournament of Roses President Lance Tibbet after the Coronation. “Not only will Queen Isabella and the Royal Court be wonderful ambassadors, these young women will be making a positive impact by contributing kindness to others within our community. They have committed to make a difference by supporting Elizabeth House, a non-profit that provides shelter, hope and support to homeless, pregnant women and their children. We all have the ability, power and responsibility to help one another. I encourage us all to practice kindness and make a difference.” During the coronation ceremony, Tibbet presented Rose Queen Isabella with a Mikimoto crown featuring more than 600 cultured pearls and six carats of diamonds. Prior to the public event, all members of the Royal Court received a pearl necklace from Mikimoto. Queen Isabella is a senior at La Salle High School and lives in Altadena. She is a leadership service
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New Year’s Eve is a night to have fun and celebrate the coming year, says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. However, safety is a must when participating in New Years Day Festivities and Parties. Make sure you have a plan and follow these safety tips that will help ensure that you’re safe and sound when the clock strikes midnight, ringing in the New Year! • Designate a Driver: If you are going to be driving New Years Eve, don’t drink and drive. If you have a friend who does not prefer to drink, make sure they take the wheel • Be Alert: Be aware of your surroundings and how others are acting. Stay away from those who are out of control and might cause harm. Taking preventive measures is key. If someone is really intoxicated, prevent them from trying to drive or leaving with someone they do not know • Don’t Drive: If you don’t have to go behind the wheel, avoid it. More people will be driving under the influence on this particular night, so avoid a potentially dangerous accident by staying off the road. Otherwise, be alert and drive defensively. Most importantly, wear your seatbelt!
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If taking a cab is too expensive, crashing at a friend’s place nearby is a convenient solution • Stick Together: This way we can look out for our friends and family. Going out to parties and nightclubs means a fast-paced, crazy night, so be sure to travel in groups. Having a safety net around you in this environment is imperative • Monitor your alcohol Intake: A majority of people will be drinking on New Year’s Eve, and there is nothing wrong with that. Just be sure to pay attention to how much you and others are consuming. Be responsible • Don’t forget about your pets! They are just as much a part of the family as everyone else • Be careful with open flames: If you’re burning candles, incense or oil burners, remember to extinguish them before you turn in or before you leave the room they are burning in • Plain and simple, no fireworks! Everyone wants to have an unforgettable night (in a good way!). By simply using some common sense, we can keep it that way. Happy New Year! Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
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spending quality time with family and friends. Many people will host gatherings and parties during this time of year. Keep stress levels at an all-time low by taking some seamless shortcuts to pull off a get together of any size - whether a football watch party, gift exchange or even a low-key movie night with friends. 1. Prep your home. Before everyone arrives, double-check your home for the things that you won’t want to bother with when you’re having fun catching up with friends and family. Did you put out an extra roll of toilet paper and extra hand towels in the bathroom? Did you lower the thermostat to account for extra bodies? Did you empty the trash and recycling? Your partying self will thank you later. 2. Create simple, festive décor. Swap traditional, expensive floral centerpieces for festive, affordable table decorations, using pinecones, faux cranberries and greenery like pine or eucalyptus. Simply place a few lanterns along the center of the table and surround them with fresh greenery, cranberries and pinecones. You can even add a little bit of sparkle by adding glittery candles, ornaments or ribbons! 3. Serve unexpectedly delicious snacks. Offer guests a variety of Page 16
four-course meal. Easy-to-prep egg rolls, wontons, potstickers and crab Rangoon from Pagoda(R) Snacks made with fresh-cut veggies and fromscratch wrappers are an unexpectedly delicious option. Available in a variety of flavors, these hot snacks bring a crave-worthy crunch to gatherings. And let’s be honest, these crispy bites are light years beyond the standard fare of chips and crackers. 4. Drink and be merry. Consider the food you’re serving and pair it with complementary drinks. A custom
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the traditional favorites will ensure everyone gets what they prefer and has the opportunity to try something new. Try an Asian Pear Mojito or sake cocktail, which go great with Pagoda Snacks. 5. Game on. Whether you have a room full of adults or kids, games are a great way to break the ice and encourage guests to start mingling. Most people have played Spoons, and a simple way to make it into a holiday game is to swap spoons for candy canes. All you need is a deck
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LADERA RANCH NEWS R est aurant Antonucci’s Restaurant Serving authentic Italian seafood and award-winning pizza since 1976 with exciting appetizers and a full bar and live entertainment on Saturday evening.
24190 Alicia Parkway, Mission Viejo. 949-472-4332
Bahar Restaurant
They offer moderately priced and high-quality Persian food made fresh from scratch. We promise great service and clean restaurant. Your total satisfaction is always guaranteed.
27771 Center Dr., Mission Viejo 949-340-1011 Blk Burgrz
Offering an extensive menu of premium American Wagyu and Kobe beef burgers, along with salads and entrees such as chicken, salmon and salmon risotto. There is a full bar with more than 50 craft beers, more than a dozen draft beer, and bottles of your favorite domestic and imported beer.
27742 Antonio Pkwy Ste K7, Ladera Ranch 949-429-6666 CASA RANCHERO Classic Mexican cantina
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-276-7800 Claim Jumper Monster salad bar, great steaks, full bar with a wide selection of beers and wines to choose from.
27845 Santa Margarita Pkwy, Mission Viejo 949-461-7170
Corky’s Kitchen & Bakery Famous for their pancakes as big as your plate and their breakfast combos. They also serve a variety of lunch and dinner items as well as homemade pies and cookies.
27522 Antonio Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-364-4439
Cosmo’s Italian Kitchen Come and join us for delicious authentic Italian food in a warm, friendly atmosphere.
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Jalapeno’s Restaurant
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Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Authentic Mexican food including chili Verde, omelets, huevos rancheros, tostadas, carne asada, menudo, traditional burritos including beef, chicken, fish, beans (Vegetarian), chile relleno, taquitos, enchiladas, imported and domestic beers.
Authentic Italian cuisine from all regions of Italy and also traditional Sicilian food. Italian beer and wine is also available to compliment your meal. You will feel like you are having a home-cooked meal in Italy!
25612 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-347-2465
DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT Homestyle barbecue
25606 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-364-1729 Diho Siam
Authentic Thai and Chinese food at affordable prices. Many varieties of Thai and Chinese delicacies chicken, beef, pork, tofu and vegetarian, barbecue chicken, crispy duck, beef w/ oyster sauce, spicy cat fish.
27702 Crown Valley Pkwy E-3, Ladera Ranch 949-365-8777 Don Gustavo’s
Authentic Mexican food with homestyle flavor, menu items include chile relleno, carnitas, fajitas, eggs machaca, chimicangas, veggie burrito, fish tacos, shrimp enchiladas, taco salad.
27602 Antonio Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-364-5614 kan pai sushi
Sushi and Japanese Cuisine.
27742 Antonio Pkwy Ste K6, Ladera Ranch 949-429-2772 LOLA’S CAFE
1101 Corporate Dr. Ladera Ranch 949-364-8537 O’Neill’s Bar & Grill Located at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club we have daily specials include fresh fish, steaks, pizza and hearty sandwiches.
26772 Avery Pkwy, Mission Viejo. 949-218-0865
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The best family owned breakfast and lunch menu that specializes in homestyle cooking.
Paul’s Pantry
1701 Corporate Dr. Ladera Ranch 949-388-7999 Grabba green Gluten-free and hundred percent whole foods made fresh breakfast lunch dinner and snacks food and juice near Rancho post office by Arco station.
29880 Santa Margarita Parkway, RSM Jerry’s Wood Fired Dogs
Serving a variety of hot dogs, sausages, hamburgers and a couple of veggie options. Known for their wood-fired food and delicious toppings. Hours are from 11am 8pm, serving lunch and dinner.
1701 Corporate Drive, Ladera Ranch 949-347-1156
The Ranch Sports Grill All Laker games, NHL, Fox Soccer and all Top Games plus Taco Tuesdays, Slider Wednesdays, Taste of Italy Thursdays, DJ Friday nights.
27412 Antonio Pkwy. Ladera Ranch 949-429-7737 TACO MESA
Coffee, tea, sandwiches Breakfast & lunch
26012 Marguerite Pkwy #A, Mission Viejo 949-348-2386
An excellent choice for fresh and healthy Mediterranean food
27522 Antonio Parkway, Suite P2, Ladera Ranch. 949-388-4931
27409 Bellogente, Mission Viejo. 949-364-1088 Peppino’s Newly remodeled restaurant on the lake expanded the dining area, full service bar, waiting lounge and a front dining patio. The rear-dining terrace offers a beautiful view of Lake Mission Viejo.
27780 Vista del Lago, Mission Viejo 949-859-9556 P.F. Changs China Bistro
Health-conscious, organic burritos and tacos, margaritas
27702 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ladera Ranch 949-364-1957
Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar Contemporary setting for Italian fare plus an extensive wine list with recommended food pairings.
27211 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano 949-661-8466
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Have you dined out recently in Ladera Ranch? The Ladera Ranch News would like your opinion and we are actively looking for more reviews of local area restaurants that are NOT already listed on this page. Please make it brief and informative with 50 words or less. Reviews must include your name, phone or email address (please do not send reviews on fast food or strictly pizza places). Please send your Restaurant Review to newseditorials@yahoo.com
Superb Shanghai Street Noodles, available in few places on the globe, make the trip to Mission Viejo Mall a veritable necessity.
800 The Shops at Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, 949-364-6661
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