The Orange County chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is pleased to announce that the inaugural OC Wine Opener event is to be held at 4pm on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at the Orange County Wine & Food Center in Costa Mesa. Sponsored by the OC Restaurant Association and OC Life Magazine and A-Med Health Care, the event will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s research and care programs.
The evening will feature a special celebrity chef guest appearance and cooking demonstration with award-winning executive chef, Bravo Top Chef finalist, and host of a television cooking segment, Brian Malarkey. Brian recently won San Diego Magazine’s “Chef of the Year”, and will be appearing in Bravo’s new show, Top Chef Masters. Participating Orange County restaurants include Antonello’s, Chaparosa Grill, Citrus City Grille, Brasserie Pascal, El Callejon, Geisha House, Lucca Café, Pacific Whey, 118 Degrees, The OC Wine & Food Center and more.
The OC Wine Opener will also feature local Orange County winery, Jumping Vines, as well as Temecula’s award winning Briar Rose Winery, and others including, Constellation Wines, J. Lohr Vineyards, Oreana Winery, Semler & Saddlerock Wines, PRP International, with St. James Spirits, Karma Tequila and BJ’s Restaurant & Brewery. A special limited edition OC Wine Opener t-shirt will be designed by the trendsetting Orange County-based Hozell clothing, whose shirts can be found at Fred Segal and worn by several cast members of HBO’s Entourage.
Please join us for this inaugural event!
Event Date: Sunday 12/6/2009, 5:00 PM - 11:59 PM
Location: Orange County Wine & Food Center
Address: The OC Wine & Food Center, 1570 Scenic Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Westwood College Dedicates a Memorial to our Publisher...
The recently completed commons area at Westwood College - South Bay Campus has been dedicated to the memory of former CAD/ID Lead Instructor and Westwood's 2007 National Instructor of the Year, Saeed Danosian, who passed away in December of 2008. Students using the facilities are now welcomed by a portrait of Saeed, drawn by Interior Design student Ace Cesar Mendez. A tribute to Saeed’s passion for teaching was written by faculty and hand painted by Game Art student Isabel Zapata.
You are truly missed.
Thank you to everyone at Westwood College for this amazing honor.
Monday, November 30, 2009
A Sneak Peek at our Winter Issue!
As we round out 2009 and slowly inch towards 2010, there are many trends to look forward to in the new year. From fashion to food to the economy, we've got everything you need to know and look forward to in the new year. Last year was a tough year for everyone - including the good old OC - but we've all made it through and are looking forward to bigger and brighter things in the new year!
With that said, flip through our winter issue to find an exclusive interview with renowned chef and restaurateur Michael Mina. He shares with us how he got started from a young age and how his Egyptian roots and mom's home cooking influenced his style. With more than 16 restaurants under his management, he lets us in on his world and how he runs everything while spending time with his family! And read all about his latest project in Las Vegas, American Fish, in the new City Center. And, of course, for all of us OC foodies, how could you not be obsessed with the one and only Stonehill Tavern at the St. Regis Resort? Love it.
What else is hot in 2010? Food, of course. Let us fill you in on the most amazing delights... from French macarons to Korean tacos, OC LIFE's food editor has everything covered... including some foodie terms you should add to your vocab ;)
Want more? Of course you do! Pick up the REAL thing starting tomorrow at all of our OC locations! And if you can't wait till tomorrow... check out our website tonight for a page-by-page version!
Until next season... HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
With that said, flip through our winter issue to find an exclusive interview with renowned chef and restaurateur Michael Mina. He shares with us how he got started from a young age and how his Egyptian roots and mom's home cooking influenced his style. With more than 16 restaurants under his management, he lets us in on his world and how he runs everything while spending time with his family! And read all about his latest project in Las Vegas, American Fish, in the new City Center. And, of course, for all of us OC foodies, how could you not be obsessed with the one and only Stonehill Tavern at the St. Regis Resort? Love it.
What else is hot in 2010? Food, of course. Let us fill you in on the most amazing delights... from French macarons to Korean tacos, OC LIFE's food editor has everything covered... including some foodie terms you should add to your vocab ;)
Want more? Of course you do! Pick up the REAL thing starting tomorrow at all of our OC locations! And if you can't wait till tomorrow... check out our website tonight for a page-by-page version!
Until next season... HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
Friday, October 2, 2009
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Monday, August 10, 2009
Fall Cover Shoot
We just wrapped up our fall cover shoot featuring internationally acclaimed writer and scholar Reza Aslan.
We even captured some images with Reza's ADORABLE 11-month-old puppy!
Another fun shoot as always! Special thanks to photographer Ben Bernous :) Stay tuned for the finished product which will be on stands September 1st.
We even captured some images with Reza's ADORABLE 11-month-old puppy!
Another fun shoot as always! Special thanks to photographer Ben Bernous :) Stay tuned for the finished product which will be on stands September 1st.
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