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Archive for January, 2008

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

Bristol Farms Cooking School



For all aspiring cooks and those who want to improve their skills Bristol Farms is offering some wonderful cooking classes.  The classes have been themed inot weekend entertaining, supper club, lunch and learn, dinner at 6 and afternoon tea.  The supper club and dinner at six will both focus on international cuisine.  For those who want to pare a wine with their dish or cheeses there are wine cellar classes.

Bristol ...

Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

Nordstrom coming to Fashion Island



Nordstrom the store loved by all will have it's own spot at Fashion Island come 2010.  Nordstrom will be joining Bloomingdales, Neimen Marcus, and Macy's.

The store will be in the old Macy's location.  This gives shoppers two Nordstrom's within a 5 mile radius.

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008

Nutella and Hilary



What does Hilary have in common with Nutella, chocolate spread.  Probably very little, Nutella is smooth and brings comfort to all, Hillary may be smart and savy but she has been ruffling some feathers lately.

Let's face it.  Politics is all about delivery and gimicks.  What Hilary probably has not had the time to concern herself with is Super Tuesday is also World Nutella Day 2008.  Hilary needs to sweep California.  ...

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008

Newport Beach Restaurant Week



This is a great week to venture out to one of Newport Beach's many restaurants are sample their fare.  The Newport Beach Restaurant week gives patrons a chance to celebrate in a culinary extravaganza  tasting the dishes of many restaurants at a reduced fixed price for a three course meal.  Dinner prices will range from $20 to $35 dollars, including.

To see a complete list of participating restaurants, visit www.newportbeachdining.com/restaurantweek/2008participating.asp

Saturday, January 19th, 2008

Come Listen to Three Cups of Tea Author Greg Mortenson Speak



Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 7:00 PM

HUNTINGTON BEACH READS ONE BOOK

Huntington Beach High School Gymnasium

1905 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Phone: 714-374-1645

Email: HBReads@socal.rr.com

Save the date and come listen to Greg Mortenson talk about his passion for building schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan.  Failing to summit K2, Mortenson has accomplished the biggest achievement of his lifetime by building schools and helping to educate ...

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008

Neimen Marcus Last Call Sale



Their prices may be too high for some of us, however last call at N.M. means 65% off original prices. That is a sale.

The sale starts today and ends January 22nd.  Just remember cash, checks or American Express only. 

Sunday, January 13th, 2008

Buck a Bag



I am one of those people who never goes anywhere without a book.  I love reading.  And I dislike sitting around with nothing to do.  So I always have a book with me so I have something to read.  

When I go traveling I always have a book with me.  The library book sale is a great place to load up on books.  My motto is travel light.  So when am ...

Wednesday, January 9th, 2008

Getting some Decorating Tips



We could probably all use some assistance in decorating.  Even if we have the flair of a certain known jail bird, new ideas for home decor are always welcome.

Pottery Barn is hosting a complimentary class on January 20th to assist you with your household decorating.  Reservations are necessary, so call and reserve your spot.

Pottery Barn

Fashion Island

Newport Beach 

Tuesday, January 8th, 2008

Thai Massages



For those who have been fortunate enough to visit Asia, and have a massage we know the relaxation of their massages.  It is hard to explain but there is a different technique to all massages.  

Royal Thai Massage and Day Spa offers traditional Thai Massages,Shiatsu and Deep Tissue massages.  Traditional Thai massages do not use oil, instead they focus of techniques found in yoga, shiatsu and acupressure.  If you have never ...

Monday, January 7th, 2008

You name the Price of your Haircut



Let's face it the economy just plain stinks right now.  Sales were way down at Christmas.  Merchants still cannot move Christmas items.  I was in the drug store yesterday and Christmas candy was 80 percent off and the shelves were still full.

To help people along and drum up some busines hair Studio 409 in Newport Beach is allowing customers to name the price of their cut.  That's right you tell ...