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Mini cheesecakes - the perfect little something sweet Mini Pear-Ginger Cheesecakes with Gingersnap Crust Ingredients: Cheesecake ½ cup water 125 mL 8 dried pear halves, chopped (dried apples can be substituted) 1/3 cup crystallized ginger 75 mL 3 packages (8 oz/250 g) low-fat cream cheese, room temperature 2 eggs, lightly beaten ¾ cup granulated sugar 175 mL Crust 40 gingersnap cookies, processed to form crumbs (about 2 cups/500 mL) 3 Tbsp canola oil 45 mL 2 Tbsp brown sugar 30 mL 2 Tbsp granulated sugar 30 mL 2 tsp salt 10 mL Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 °F (160 °C).

In medium saucepan, bring water, dried pears and crystallized ginger to simmer over medium heat.

Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 12 minutes until water is absorbed and pears softened.

In food processor, process pears and ginger until course paste forms

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and cool about 10 minutes. While paste is cooling, make crust.

To make crust: combine all crust ingredients. Spray miniature cheesecake pans with canola oil. Divide crumb mixture evenly among mini cheesecake pans and press firmly into bottom.

Bake crusts for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown around edges. Remove from oven and set on wire rack and cool completely.

Reduce oven temperature to 250 °F (120 °C).

While crusts are cooling, continue making cheesecake filling. In large bowl, beat cream cheese and gingered pear paste together on low until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs.

Add sugar and beat until smooth, frequently scraping down sides of bowl with spatula. Transfer filling into liquid measuring cup or pitcher and

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pour filling into crusts, dividing evenly.

Place in oven and bake about 30 minutes until filling is set. Remove from oven and set on wire rack about 1 hour to cool completely. Then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before removing cheesecakes from pan.

Tips: The cheesecakes can be also made in non-stick mini muffin tins that are sprayed well with canola oil and/ or lined with cupcake holders. Dried pear halves may be substituted with dried apples.

Yield: 24 mini cheesecakes.

To serve, garnish cheesecakes with crystallized ginger.

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Tesoro Boys Basketball Golf Tournament

On November 19th the Tesoro Boys Basketball Booster Club will be holding their 4th Annual Tee-It-Up Classic Golf Tournament. The tournament directly benefits the Boys Basketball Program at Tesoro High School. Due to budget constraints at the district level high school sports rely heavily on independent fundraisers to provide basic funding for all aspects of their programs from equipment to tournament fees to coaches stipends. The tournament will be held at the beautiful Dove Canyon Country Club and includes lunch, golf, dinner, silent auction and many great raffle prizes. For more information or to be a part of this great event please visit www.tesorobasketball.org .

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Charity Big Bucks Bingo

Public Invited For the benefit of youth, vets, special kids, police, firefighters and other groups in South Orange County and Saddleback Valley communities, Mission Viejo / Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge No. 2444 is holding its Wednesday night Charity Big Bucks Bingo on the following evenings: Wednesday, November 7, 2012; Starts 6:15 PM Wednesday, November 14, 2012; Starts 6:15 PM Wednesday, November 21, 2012; Starts 6:15 PM Wednesday, November 28, 2012; Starts 6:15 PM Mission Viejo / Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge No. 2444 25092 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 Phone: (949) 830-3557; http://www.mvelks.com;

Saddleback College Art Students Sell Their Wares at Two Holiday Sales

The Art Department at Saddleback College is thrilled to present two separate holiday sales of student art works.

On Saturday and Sunday, December 1st and 2nd from noon to 8 pm and Monday and Tuesday, December 3rd and 4th from Noon to 6 pm, the Saddleback College Art Gallery will present their Annual Holiday Student Art Sale in the Saddleback College Art Gallery. A wide selection of student art for sale includes ceramics, photography, painting, watercolor, prints, graphics and much more.

Proceeds for this sale fund student scholarships in the arts and master classes by internationally known artists.

On Saturday and Sunday, December 1st and 2nd from noon to 8 pm, fine jewelry made by Saddleback College art students will be on sale in Room FA 202, adjacent to the art gallery. A display of handcrafted jewelry, art glass and holiday gifts made by students, faculty and alumni will be hard to resist for early shoppers.

The Art Department at Saddleback College believes that a person’s reflection of life is manifested through his or her arts. Students are able to fully appreciate artistic expressions through study, observation and experience. The art faculty and staff are committed to offering the strongest foundation in the arts that will allow students success in college as well as in their ongoing roles as artists.

The Saddleback College Foundation coordinates and initiates giving to Saddleback College. Without community support, the consistent excellence of college programs and education to students would not be possible. Saddleback College is located at 28000 Marguerite Pkwy in Mission Viejo, just east of Interstate 5 at the Avery Parkway exit. Parking is available in Lot 12. Take Avery Parkway to Marguerite Parkway turn left to the third traffic light, which is Saddleback’s Marguerite entrance. Turn right into the campus and take the second left to “Theatre Circle,” turning right into Lot 12.

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AT THE ELKS LODGE, 128 SENIORS ENJOY AN AFFORDABLE DINNER/DANCE

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Mission Viejo / Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge No. 2444 (“Elks Lodge”) subsidized and hosted their Fall Dinner/Dance for 128 seniors. The seniors filled the dance floor to the music of Wayne Pulcini - rock, swing, waltz and line dancing. The proceeds of the $7.00 per person event fee went to the Norman P Murray Community Center (“Community Center”).

Senior guests were greeted by Community Center Recreation Coordinator Linda Teichmann and Elks Lodge volunteers George and Ruth Cleaver and Gloria LeCouvre (Past Exalted Ruler), whom also sold raffle tickets. The Elks Lodge donated the proceeds generated by the raffle to the Community Center. Elks Lodge volunteers that decorated the Lodge tables in fall colored flower arrangements of black toppers with gold napkins were: Laura Lumley, Phyllis Booze, Carol and Jim Glover, Sandy and Jack Jacobs, Walter Root and Bob Schmidt. The dinner of Chicken Kiev, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli with Hollandaise Sauce, Orange Sesame Salad along with serving Halloween decorated cakes for dessert was created by Elks Lodge volunteers Clint McDonald (crew chief), John Dulles, Bonnie Hinea, Herb Kalkosh and Ron Basolino. The Laguna Hills High School LaCrosse Soccer girls and their coach, Rick Hart, served the dinner to the Elks Lodge guests.

Event Chairperson and Elks Lodge Lecturing Knight thanked Camacho Alvarez said, “The Elks Lodge members are pleased to hold these events that serve our Saddleback Valley communities. It was

(l to r): Event Check-in Desk: Carla and Amber Michael (Community Center Volunteers), Linda Teichmann (Community Center Recreation Coordinator), Gloria LeCouvre (Elks Lodge Past Exalted Ruler).

(l to r): Amber Michael, Camacho Alvarez (Elks Lodge Event Chairman), Gloria LeCouvre, Linda Teichmann and Bill (raffle winner).

great to see so many seniors enjoy themselves amongst their friends.

Having fun at the Elks Lodge has no age limit.”

The Mission Viejo / Saddleback Elks Lodge No. 2444, celebrating forty two (42) years of service to the Saddleback Valley communities,

is one of ten 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 144 year history of giving, “Elks Care, Elks Share.”

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Young adults: Avoid these privacy red flags

By Jason Alderman Young adults applying for college or preparing to enter the workforce are sometimes shocked to find out that that certain behaviors that were either tolerated or ignored when they were younger now fall under closer scrutiny and could actually hurt their advancement possibilities. Among the biggest culprits are oversharing sensitive personal information in public forums and getting extreme tattoos or body art that may not yet be fully acceptable in certain work environments.

Red flags. It should be common

knowledge that many employers perform online profile searches of job or internship candidates.

They’ll scour public postings on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube looking for inappropriate content like racy photos or videos, racist remarks or evidence of illegal activities that would rule inappropriate candidates.

But many people don’t realize that colleges, insurance companies, law enforcement and government agencies sometimes do the same. Thus, an underage student hoping to boost his cool factor by posting photos that show him engaging in drinking games could be disqualified for college admission or even have his scholarship revoked.

Privacy settings. According to projections by Consumer Reports, roughly 13 million Facebook users have never set, or didn’t know about, the site’s privacy tools, and 28 percent share all, or almost all, of their wall posts with more than just their friends. It pays to thoroughly read the privacy policies of all sites where you’ve registered, including social networks, your

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bank, retailers, blogs and news sites where you’ve made comments, etc.

Email is forever. Deleting an email from your computer doesn’t mean it no longer exists. Chances are your email provider – or employer, if sent from work – will retain a record for years to come.

Plus, recipients won’t necessarily delete the email and may in fact forward it to others.

Haunting photos. Just like emails, photos posted online can live forever. That includes pictures of you that someone else posted and tagged with your name. My rule of thumb: If you wouldn’t want your grandmother to see it, don’t do it, say it or film it. Also, don’t post photos of your kids that might embarrass them or hurt their professional reputation down the road.

Resume lies. It can be tempting to embellish the truth on your resume or during a job interview, but as recent headlines about disgraced executives being fired have shown, these lies can come back to haunt you. Employers can easily determine if the degree or

past job titles you’re claiming are legitimate. Another no-brainer: If your resume is posted online on Monster.com or LinkedIn, make sure there aren’t major inconsistencies with the one you submit to prospective employers.

Tattoos. One-fifth of adults have at least one tattoo – the percentages are higher among younger adults. A few years ago, job candidates wouldn’t get past the first interview sporting tattoos; today, depending on the industry and type of customer contact involved, many employers will look the other way.

However, some employers do enforce strict no-tattoo policies which, if based on sound business reasons, are legal. Fortunately, my own kids aren’t old enough for body art to be a consideration, but when they are, I’ll give them the same advice I’d give any young adult: Think about the long-term consequences of your actions.

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Local Dentist Dr. Michael Tessier Discusses How Soon Should my Child be Visiting the Dentist Many parents ask me “How soon should my child be visiting the dentist?” I disagree with the American Dental Association opinion that infants should be seen be a dentist by the time they’re a year old. I called the ADA, and then two pedodontists (dentists who specialize in treating children) for elaboration. Over my thirty-five years of practicing dentistry, I have felt that, except in very extreme cases, the earliest a child needs to be seen by a dentist is in the third year. After my recent conversations, my opinion hasn’t changed. The specialists and the ADA all agree that the reason to bring the child in earlier is to make sure that the parents know how to take care of their children’s teeth. Here’s what I like to tell parents: Parents should examine their children’s mouths routinely. Once teeth are in, visually checking the mouth is important; and if something looks out of the ordinary, then the child should be seen by a professional. With regard to what a child puts in his or her mouth, sugars (simple carbohydrates) should always be avoided. Apple juice, in particular, is very sugary and acidic; when a child is allowed to drink it from a baby-bottle, irrespective of how enjoyable it may be to the child, it is very bad for the teeth. If a child is thirsty, give your child cool, fresh water. Complex carbohydrates, like fruits or vegetables, probably don’t break down enough in the mouth to cause cavities, so they’re OK. Babies should never go to sleep with a bottle of milk or formula, either, and for the same reasons.

And, soft drinks should NEVER, EVER, cross a child’s lips.

Teaching your child the importance of brushing, of course, is something a child should be taught early. Having said that, a child will clean the teeth probably better by eating a carrot, or a stick of celery, or an apple, as by brushing. That’s because they have neither the concept nor the coordination to brush effectively.

Unless there’s something out of the ordinary going on such as an accident or a parent has a question, I like to see kids when they’re about three years old. Children do better in the chair on their first visit when they’ve been to my office before with mom or even an older sibling. So, bring your little-one with you when you come in to your get your teeth cleaned.

Dr. Michael Tessier’s office is located at 28562 Oso Parkway the intersection of Oso and Antonio Parkways (near the car wash). Most major credit cards and dental plans are cheerfully accepted. Telephone (949) 459-7212.

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OC Philanthropist to be Honored at National Philanthropy Day Orange County with a Musical Tribute American Celebration Encore to be Performed in Joann Leatherby’s Honor - 11/15 An encore performance featuring key song-and-dance numbers from Chapman University’s annual American Celebration will be performed as a musical tribute to Joann Leatherby of Silverado, who will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement award for her philanthropic impact upon the arts, education and disadvantaged children at this year’s National Philanthropy Day Orange County Awards Luncheon on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Orange County.

Leatherby is the 2012 Gala Chair for the American Celebration, Chapman University’s signature fundraising event, held November 3, featuring live song and dance entertainment provided by more than 100 Chapman students, accompanied by a live orchestra, in fully produced scenes from Broadway shows.

Immediately prior to Leatherby accepting her National Philanthropy Day Orange County award, the American Celebration Encore

will be performed by Chapman University’s College of Performing Arts students and faculty and will include: · “There’s No Business Like Show Business” from the musical Annie Get Your Gun, to be performed by Daniel Shipley, class of 2015, vocal performance major · “Shall We Dance?” from the musical The King and I, to be performed by Neda Lahidji, class of 2013, vocal performance major · “I Could Have Danced All Night” from the musical My Fair Lady, to be performed by Chelsea Chaves, class of 2013, vocal performance major Dr. Janet Kao, adjunct faculty member of Chapman’s College of Performing Arts, will play piano for the performances.

Leatherby, an active member of Chapman’s Board of Trustees since 1994, has a passion for academia and has been a supporter of Chapman University for decades, currently chairing the university’s Advancement Committee in addition to the 2012 American Celebration. She has played a key role providing comprehensive vision

for Chapman’s future, including spearheading the campaign to build Leatherby Libraries and in creating the Chapman Plan, which has led to increased institutional support for improved undergraduate and graduate programs.

Also as a supporter of disadvantaged children, as a representative of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and as an arts supporter of South Coast Repertory Theatre, Pacific Symphony and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Leatherby has had a wide-ranging impact on the OC community. She also co-founded Casa de Amma, a unique apartment community fostering growth and independence in adults with special needs.

The 2012 National Philanthropy Day Orange County Awards Luncheon, with the theme “Giving is Always in Season,” will be held Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Orange County located at 11999 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Calif.

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tion event in Orange County, with more than 1000 honorees since its inception in 1985, including honors in past years for OC philanthropists Donald Bren, Marion Knott, Henry and Susan Samueli, and Henry Segerstrom.

Marybelle and Sebastian Paul Musco, the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Honorees, will be Honorary Chairs of National Philanthropy Day Orange County, and will also serve as American Celebration Honorary Gala Chairs.

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Chocolate and cranberries - a holiday gift of taste!

Black and White Holiday Bark with Cranberries Yield: 25 pieces Recipe from America’s Test Kitchen Holiday Cookies 2010 Special Issue Use good quality bittersweet and white chocolate in bar form. Chocolate chips contain less cocoa butter so that they can better hold their shape when baked in cookies, but this makes them harder to melt. Using bar chocolate will give you a much better texture in this bark.

Scorched chocolate is a very sad thing, so keep a close eye on your chocolate as you melt it. You can also melt your chocolate in a double boiler instead of the microwave if you want.

Ingredients 1 pound bittersweet chocolate, chopped, divided 1 cup Rice Krispies cereal 3/4 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries, chopped, divided 1 pound white chocolate, chopped Instructions Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil, allowing at least a two-inch overhang on all sides. Measure out and set aside 2 tablespoons of bittersweet chocolate for the topping.

Microwave the remaining bittersweet chocolate

in a bowl at 50% power for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.

Use a spatula to scrape down the sides and stir.

Continue to microwave the chocolate for 15 second intervals at 50% power, stirring between intervals, until just small lumps remain. Stir until smooth and pour into the prepared pan.

Smooth the top and chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 30 minutes.

Combine the Rice Krispies and 1/2 cup of dried cranberries and mix them together. Melt the white chocolate using the same method as the bittersweet chocolate, keeping in mind that white chocolate melts at a lower temperature than bittersweet chocolate. Gently fold the cereal mixture into the white chocolate until evenly incorporated. Spread over the bittersweet chocolate and smooth the top. Sprinkle with the remaining dried cranberries and return to the refrigerator to chill for another 30 minutes.

Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of bittersweet chocolate and pour into a small plastic bag. Cut a

small hole in the corner and drizzle the chocolate over the bark. Allow the bark to warm up slightly, about 10 minutes, and pull it out of the pan using the aluminum foil overhang and transfer to a cutting board. Carefully peel away the foil and cut bark into small squares with a sharp chef’s knife. The bark will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

a wonderful old time tradition Sweet Potato Pie Makes 8 servings.

2 1/4 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup packaged vanilla instant pudding 3/4 cup evaporated milk 2 large eggs, at room temperature 6 tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract 1 (9-inch) deep-dish unbaked pie shell 1. In a large bowl combine all ingredients and beat at medium speed until well blended. Spread evenly into unbaked pie shell.

2. Bake at 450F for 10 minutes.

3. Reduce temperature to 350F and bake for 40 minutes longer or until set. Cool on wire rack.

4. If desired, garnish with whipped cream, raspberries and mint leaves.

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pumpkin and cheesecake - a great holiday tradition Pumpkin Cheesecake Yield: 10 servings 3 (8-ounce) packages fat-free cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup canned pumpkin 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Dash ground cloves Dash nutmeg 3 eggs 1/3 cup graham cracker crumbs 1. Mix cream cheese, pumpkin, sugar, vanilla and spices with an electric mixer (medium speed) until well-blended. Add eggs.

Mix just until blended. Do not overbeat after adding eggs.

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Friends of Dorothy Guild Closes – Raise $42k to Fight HIV/AIDS in OC The Friends of Dorothy Guild ended its seven-year fundraising program on behalf of AIDS Services Foundation Orange County with a spectacular Haunted Halloween Costume Party that raised $42,000 and brought their 2012 fundraising efforts to more than $100,000. Guests enjoyed dinner, auctions, dancing and Shoe Awards at the newly redecorated Center Club in Costa Mesa. Barbara Venezia, founder of The Friends of Dorothy Guild and chair of the Halloween event said, “This has been a wonderful partnership with ASF, and the Dorothys are so proud to have been able to make such a significant contribution in both funds and awareness-building to the wonderful programs ASF offers for those living with HIV/AIDS.” One of the many highlights was Mark Eskander presenting a check for $20,000 on behalf of the Louise Mandel Charitable Trust. Eskander has donated more than a quarter of a million dollars to the Dorothys’ efforts.

Shelly Virkstis, chairman of the ASF Board commented, “On behalf of the board of directors and, even more so, on behalf of our clients living with HIV and AIDS here in Orange County, I want to again thank Barbara Venezia and the Dorothys for all they have done during the past five and half years. The more than $700,000 they have raised has allowed so many clients living with this disease to continue to receive the services they need. I also thank all the donors who have supported The Friends of Dorothy and invite them to continue their support of the services we offer by attending events, continuing their monthly donations and making an important difference in our community. I encourage everyone to visit ASF and see all the wonderful services your donations have supported and continue to support.”

This year’s Haunted Halloween fundraiser was a fantasy world inhabited by sheiks, witches, Santa Claus, Scarlett O’Hara, wizards, ghouls, Rambo-wannabes, adventure heroes and heroines and more. Beset Costume went to Glenn Moyers as a hospital patient with a bourbon & water intravenous unit; Scariest was Kevin Young, a bloodied walking dead; Ericka and Damon Brannon of MAC Cosmetics were Best Couple as a Dead of the Dead couple; tied for Best Group were three oil sheiks Jeff Willkie, David Przeracki and Fred Kunz and the flight crew of a dubiously Virgin Airlines – J.M. Marconi, Adam Neeley, William May, Connie Chung and Justin Myers.

Venezia presented the Dorothys’ special Red, Pink and Platinum Shoe Awards to those who have helped make the Guilds’ events such overwhelming successes. Contributing to the Haunted Halloween party were the Center Club, Billy’s Naked Chicken, Diva Cakes, Carolyn Stoaks Personal Catering, Elle Shoes and Barefoot Wine and Bubbly.

Other honorees were past fashion show sponsors Freedom Reigns, designer Clay G. Adler, Jorge Rodriguez, Linda and Tom Salinger, Tommy Burgers, Sun-Dried Tomato, MAC Cosmetics, Premiere Healthcare, Dennis Silva of Quattro Caffe, Doug Gifford Photography, Susie and Kevin Coleman, The Crean Family Foundation, Tom Neas of Thomas Printers, D.J.s Steve Oaks and Golden Mike, John Fabris of the Orange County Register, Richard Moriarty and Loren Blackwood of Newport Vineyards and Winery.

“It’s been a wonderful run, and it’s all due to the incredible steering committee,” Venezia said in closing. She named James Rust - Vice Chair, Tim Dunn – PR Chair, Pat Kennedy – Decorating Chair, Justin Myers – Beverage Chair, Mark Eskander – Underwriting Chair, Patti Gordon – Food chair, Karen and Doug Gifford, Ron Lenox – Social Media plus committee members Adam Neeley, Andrea Waite, Annemarie Miller-Jones, Bunny Clark, Chris Bragg, Christine Petersen, Dee Page 12

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Mark Eskander presenting a check for $20,000

James Rust, ASF Board Chair Shelly Virkstis and Jorge Rodriguez

Dan and Emily Crean Vogel with Barbara Venezia

Susie and Tom Neas

W. Ieye, David J. Przeracki, Ervin Page, Geoffrey Laing, Kevin Young, Mary Pham, Monica Mazur, Nick St. Royal, Pascal Defontis, Rita Phillips, Susie Coleman, Stan Tkaczyk, Tm Stoaks, Vincent Bennett and Vince Workman.

One hundred percent of ticket sales and money raised by The Friends of Dorothy Guild goes to ASF, which has, for nearly 25 years, provided services throughout our community to those affected by HIV and AIDS. ASF’s mission is to prevent the spread of HIV with education and to improve the lives of men, women and children.

Susie and Kevin Coleman

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Tips to Top off Every Holiday Moment There’s no better way to celebrate the holiday season than by inviting friends and family into your home for good food and good fun. This year, surprise your special guests with festive treats and fun activities to keep them happy all season long.

Try these ideas at your next holiday gathering: Host a holiday game night. From board games to puzzles, family and friends can reconnect over the holidays during a casual game or a game tournament. Take a break between rounds to whip up some delicious, simple-to-prepare treats like homemade ice cream sandwiches. Lay out a selection of cookies, ice cream and ice cream toppings and encourage participants to get creative. Vanilla ice cream with Smucker’s® Microwavable Hot Caramel Topping sandwiched between two oatmeal cookies makes everyone a winner.

Create indoor adventures. When the weather gets cold think inside the box to create fun adventures. With a little imagination an old blanket quickly transforms into a magic carpet, couch cushions and bed sheets make forts, and a simple flash light becomes a projector for shadow puppets in a dark

playroom. When it’s time for a break, reward your adventurers with s’mores or other sweet treats.

Enjoy morning coffee club. Avoid the coffee house rush and serve up something special at your own house.

Spend the early hours relaxing and catching up with friends and family over a delicious Caramel Cream Coffee. Show off your barista skills by mixing fresh strong brewed coffee, Smucker’s Sundae Syrup™ Caramel Flavored Syrup and whipped cream.

Start a new dessert tradition and try this grilled pound cake recipe. It’s simple to prepare and will give you and ounces), cut into 6 (1 1/4-inch) thick your guests even more to talk about. slices 2 tablespoons butter, softened Grilled Pound Cake with Warm 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted Blueberry Sauce and Ricotta Cream Makes: 6 servings STIR ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 1/4 cups whole milk ricotta cheese 1 teaspoon lemon peel in small bowl 1/2 cup powdered sugar until blended.

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, COMBINE blueberry topping and divided into 3 teaspoons remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel, and 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel in small divided microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on 1 jar (10 ounces) Smucker’s HIGH 45 seconds or until warm.

Blueberry Topping SPREAD butter lightly on both sides of 1 prepared pound cake (11.5 pound cake slices. Cut cake slices on a

diagonal to make 12 triangles. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Grill cake triangles in skillet until cake is lightly browned on both sides, about 2 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time.

ARRANGE 2 cake triangles on each serving plate. Top each serving with about 3 tablespoons ricotta mixture and 2 tablespoons blueberry sauce. Garnish with toasted almonds.

TIP: To Toast Nuts: Place nuts in dry nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat, shaking pan until nuts are lightly browned.

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New Ways to Enjoy Chocolate Humans have adored the taste of chocolate for thousands of years.

Though generally viewed as a sweet treat today, it likely started as bitter beverage drunk by the Mayan people. Chocolate has seen many iterations since then, including the beloved chocolate candy we know today; however, there are other ways to enjoy chocolate in addition to the bar or bonbon. Chocolate expert and historian Beth Kimmerle offers some new uses for chocolate that you might not know about.

Ditch the preconceived notions.

Think chocolate is just for ice cream and late night snacks? Think again.

Cocoa powder, a trendy spice for savories, is great on meats, while cocoa nibs can be used as a substitute for nuts in everything from baked goods to salads.

Cook with cocoa. Try cocoa butter in place of cooking oil. Not only does it add great flavor, but it also imparts extra smoothness to desserts such as cookies and brownies.

Drink it (not just in hot chocolate). Chocolate and red wine naturally complement each other and now, instead of tasting them side-by-side, you can enjoy them together in one glass. ChocolatRouge Wines blend

fine red wine and rich chocolate flavors in one bottle, creating a deliciously different twist for chocolate and wine enthusiasts. You can even use the wine in a cocktail inspired by a classic cake, and in a fruity sangria.

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Red Velvet 2 ounces ChocolatRouge Milk Chocolate

Several splashes pomegranate syrup Blend ingredients with ice until smooth, and serve.

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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 Cinnamon Productions Bakery Café

Breakfast can be delightfully decadent with sugary cinnamon rolls like grandma used to make or lighter eggs and toast or scones. Some interesting sandwich possibilities and strong hot coffee OPEN Sunday/Monday 6:30am to 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6:00am to 8:00pm

25672 Crown Valley Pkwy.

949-218-1515 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 461.7170 Cosmo’s Italian Kitchen Owners Bob Quinn and Dick Fisher celebrate their 5th anniversary with special dinners Monday, Wednesday and Sunday. Open 11am Monday to Friday.

28562 Oso Pkwy 949.216.9029 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. Hours: Open daily from 11am to 9pm; Sat. & Sun. until 9:30pm.

27702 Crown Valley Pkwy E-3 365-8777 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. Margaritas, Tequilas y Mas! Plus catering at your home or office. Open for lunch & dinner 7 days a week, plus Weekend Breakfast.

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Jerry’s Wood Fired Dogs

Breakfast served daily from 8am to 11am Smokey Joe Croissants, Sausage, Eggs, Bacon.Try their hot link Breakfast Burrito, for lunch the wood fired dogs have all best flavors, tastes and toppings.

1701 Corporate Drive, Ladera Ranch (949) 364-7080 Jalapeno’s Restaurant Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Authentic Mexican food including Chili Verde, Omelettes, Huevos Rancheros, Tostadas, Carne Asada, Menudo, traditional burritos including Beef, Chicken, Fish, Beans (Vegetarian), Chile Rellenos, Taquitos, Enchiladas. Imported and domestic beers.

27602 Antonio Pkwy, 364-5614 Latte Da Bagelry & Grill Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served all day. Fifteen different types of bagels made daily. Salads, burgers, plus Italian specialties like Chicken Alfredo. opens at 6am daily; closes at 9pm Monday through Saturday, open until 4pm on Sunday.

21612 Plano Trabuco Road at Santa Margarita Parkway in the Albertson’s Center in Rancho Santa Margarita. 949-589-6405 O’Neill’s Bar & Grill at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club. Sunday Brunch at O’Neill’s is a delicious and leisurely experience. Zagat calls it the “best value in Orange County.”

Daily specials include fresh fish, steaks, pizza and hearty sandwiches.

26772 Avery Pkwy, Mission Viejo.

949-305-5100 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. Happy Hour daily from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.

The Ranch Sports Grill All Laker games, NHL, Fox Soccer and all Top Games. Taco Tuesdays, Slider Wednesdays, Taste of Italy Thursdays, DJ Friday nights. Happy Hour 11am to 6pm Mon.- Fri.

27412 Antonio Pkwy.

429-7737 Roma D’ Italia Menu items include Calabrese Pizza, Pasta Estiva, Gnocchi Catanzaro, Grilled Halibut or Salmon, Shrimp Calabrese, Mostaccioli Arrabbiata, Veal Sorrentino, Osso Buco, Eggplant Sorrentino and more. Don’t forget to try one of the homemade desserts like Tiramisu, Rum Cake, Cannoli and Cheesecake. You can also order beer and wine with some good, inexpensive Chiantis by the bottle.

G u id e Restaurant Reviews Wanted!

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

25606 Crown Valley Pkwy.

276-5712 Simply Fondue Fabulous fondues composed of delicious meats, cheeses, breads, fruits and vegetables with steaming savory sauces.

Worth the short trip to

31761 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano 240.0300

Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse Forty years serving choice meats and seafood. Home of the famous “2-pound steak.” Relax while you sip one of our sumptuous wines or cocktails or a frosty beer. Everyone welcome - straight from work or off the trail or dressed for a night out. OPEN: Sun.-Thurs. 5pm to 9pm; Fri. and Sat. 5pm to 9:30pm. Please call after 2pm for reservations.

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27780 Vista del Lago, Mission Viejo 859.9556 P.F. Changs China Bistro 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, Ruby Rosensteel, 364-6661

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National Charity League, Inc. Canyon Chapter Support Operation Help a Hero The NCL, Inc. Canyon Chapter hosted its annual Ticktocker Day event on October 22, 2012 at Lake Forest Lanes. Laughter and high-fives filled the lanes as the girls, all dressed creatively in their class colors, bowled the afternoon away. During their action packed day, the Ticktockers donated gift cards and decorated bags for Operation Help a Hero. The bags will include donated razors and other items to support the Operation Valentine event in January. Operation Help a Hero (OHH) is a charity dedicated to the well-being and care of our American military members. Their programs support military units and families as they prepare for separation, while they endure the challenges of deployment, and as they transition back to the United States.

Over the past 6 months, Ticktockers of National Charity League, Inc. Canyon Chapter have collectively served over 6,200 hours supporting local philanthropies including OHH, Boys Town, Friends of Dorothy Day, Friends of the Rancho Santa Margarita Library, Susan G. Komen, Working Wardrobes, Special Olympics, Petal Pushers, Rebuilding Together Orange County, San Francisco Solano Food Bank, South County Senior Center, OC Parks, Ronald McDonald House, Bell Tower Foundation and Laura’s House.

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Santa Margarita Looks Forward to Post-Season Playoffs With Record-Breaking Performances by Two Outstanding Eagle Players

River Cracraft breaks into the open, scoring the Eagles’ first touchdown on a 58-yard pass play in the first quarter.

Story and Photos By: Steve Wylie The Eagles of Santa Margarita Catholic High School wrapped up their Trinity League season last Friday night in Bellflower against the league-leading Broncos of St. John Bosco. The Broncos struck early and often, and defeated the Eagles by a score of 42-15. And while the loss prevented the Eagles from gaining a possible number one seed in the upcoming playoffs, it did not reduce their chances to make a name for themselves in the upcoming playoffs starting tonight.

Despite the final outcome, there were several notable performances. River Cracraft was involved in some way in all 15 of the Eagles’ points. His first touchdown occurred as the first quarter drew to a close, on a 58-yard pass play perfectly thrown by starting quarterback Kyle Sweet. On the ensuing point after touchdown Cracraft, the holder, successfully completed a pass to Alec McNiff in the end zone for a two-point conversion. Later, in the final seconds of the first half, Cracraft pulled in an acrobatic sideline catch at the two-yard line on a 36-yard precision pass from quarterback Josh Canty, falling into the end zone for his second touchdown. Cracraft caught a total of seven passes for 124 yards, and brought his career total pass yardage to an outstanding 1,929 yards . With 125 career receptions, Cracraft seems to be making a trip to the record book in every game and is now second in Santa Margarita football history.

Senior running back Ryan Wolpin, broke the 1,000 yard season rushing mark with a dazzling 106-yard performance on 24 carries against a talented and quick Bosco defense.

With playoff brackets announced last Sunday, the Eagles will face the Chargers of El Toro tonight at 7:00 at Trabuco Hills High School. The Chargers completed their league season with a 49-7 loss to Mission Viejo, so both the Eagles (8-2) and Chargers (9-1) will be looking for redemption. It will be the sixth game between the two teams, with the Eagles holding a 3-2 advantage. River Cracraft and Connor O’Brien celebrate Cracraft’s second touchdown The game begins tonight at 7:00 at Trabuco Hills High School. catch of the night.

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Junior Josh Canty shared quarterback duties with sophomore Kyle Sweet.

Ryan Wolpin broke the 1,000 yard mark against St. John Bosco.

Defensive lineman Hunter Graham (47) comes from behind to bring down a Bosco ballcarrier.

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