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Three Cups of Tea, is the book for the bookclub meeting on February 13th at The First Page Bookstore.  I have yet to read the book, although it is sitting on my bedside table.  One of my dear friends who shares books with me, bought it for me thinking that I would be interested in it. 

Now I have the oppurtunnity to read and discuss it.  The book looks fascinating.  Iam ...

Crate and Barrel at South Coast Plaza is having bridal registry parties to help the bride and groom organize their registry.  This is an event for partners to attend to get all their questions answered regarding what they need to set up their new home.

The store will be open just for the happy couples.  Wedding parties will be held on January 27, February 10, 17, 24 and March 2nd from ...

I read an interesting article in the LA Times about a new local restaurant, Mesa.  Their card only has their number, no name or address and when you do find the location their is no name outside to indicate you are at the correct location.  Interesting marketing technique.  I am not sure what they are trying to accomplish.  Buzz, mystique???

Apparently if you Google it, nothing comes up.  I am not ...

When the rain is falling and you want food that will make you feel warm and cozy, Mimi's cafe is the place to be.  Designed to resemble a French cafe, they serve French onion soup, quiche, pasta, salmon and other scrumtious dishes. 

They have a wide assortment of salad, however best of all, is every meal is served with your choice of a muffin or zucchini bread.

The restaurant is open for ...

Should you find yourself at South Coast Plaza and not want to shop or just in need of a break than sit yourself down at Antonello's Expresso Bar.

Located on the 2nd level next to J. Crew you can enjoy an expresso, tea and biscotti.

Almost everyone loves chocolate. To help you indulge in this fantasy Belmont Shores is hosting a chocolate fantasy on February 2.

Whether you favor dark, milk or white chocolate there will be something sweet for all taste buds. To participate you purchase a ticket for $10 which allows you to sample the merchant's chocolate.

Enjoy

If you are looking to fly to San Francisco, Washington D.C. or New York City, Virgin Airlines has a great sale going on.  Fares are $44, $118 and $128 each way.  

This is a four day sale and fares end on January 11.  So be quick.

For whatever reason January is known as the month to be buying bed linens and towels.  This is the month that linens are known to have their best discounts. 

Blue Springs Home a home furnishing and luxury bedding specialty shop has begun its annual year-end sale at the beginning of the year.  Owner Susan Ellison will help you put together a well matched bedroom or bathroom.

369 E 17th Street

Costa Mesa

949.642.3632

With the blanket of snow that has covered the mountains, droves of people will be heading up to the hills next weekend for snowboarding or skiing.  If you are in need of good winter clothing for outdoor sports take a trip to Adventure 16.  Marmot Clothing is on sale for 25% off. 

Marmot makes great adventure clothing for men, women and children.  Their clothing is both durable and practical to fit ...

Only in Beverly Hills do they offer spa treatments that are food based.  You can choose between Roses and Chocolate, Champagne, Cavier, Pumpkin Pie or Placenta Protein facials.  The last sounds slightly disgusting.  However there is something comforting and inviting about spa products that are food scented.  Years ago a friend of mine gave me a butter frosting moisterizer that I loved.  Every time I spread it on I had ...