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Read MoreOutdoor Patio Dining in Orange County
With the reopening of restaurants taking place across Orange County, we have discovered the best places to enjoy outdoor patio dining in Orange County. Las Brisas Perched above the scenic Laguna Beach coastline, Las Brisas is a classic Southern California restaurant that delivers stunning ocean views with a sea-to-table menu infused with traditional Mexican flavors. Upon reopening earlier this month, the restaurant debuted a brand new outdoor “Margarita Garden,” complete with ocean views, astroturf, and socially distant tables to enjoy bites and sips. In addition, the restaurant features an abundance of space, including a bar lounge area, several dining room areas, and a scaping patio, all with ocean views. SOL Mexican Cocina Inspired by the best of coastal Baja California, SOL’s kitchens feature a unique spin on fresh, healthy, coastal Mexican food, lovingly made from scratch. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch ($3 mimosas!), menu highlights to enjoy this summer on the expansive outdoor patio and Marina-view seats include the award-winning Taco Vampiro made with a double tortilla with cheese, serranos and green onions, guacamole, chipotle sauce, cotija cheese, and salsa fresca with choice of carne asada or grilled chicken; Pork Carnitas (available for dinner only), and the Grand Clase Azul Margarita. Solita Solita celebrates great Mexican food, dynamic margaritas, and Southern California’s laid-back lifestyle, encompassing true summer vibes. Offering the full menu and a plethora of outdoor seating, Solita welcomes guests to enjoy a well-deserved meal out during weekday Happy Hour, the famous Taco & Tequila Tuesday, and sparkling mimosas and Mexican Specialties at Weekend Brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Urban Plates Summer is in full swing at Urban Plates. Each location offers spacious and comfortable outdoor patio dining for guests to enjoy the warm summer days and nights. Back for a limited time, the summer menu features Heritage Pork BBQ Ribs made using the highest quality, pasture raised Berkshire pork, known as the wagyu of pork. Certified humane and antibiotic-free, the BBQ ribs are slow-cooked overnight and topped with house-made habanero mango BBQ sauce and grilled pineapple salsa. Ribs are served with Harissa Corn on the Cobb and Old Bay Roasted Potatoes and the meal is available in an individual plate format, or in a family meal that serves four. Top it off with a Watermelon Replenisher—a refreshing, housemade drink made of blended fresh watermelon, pineapple, mint, and basil. Urban Plates would be happy to share recipes for their summer menu items. El Torito Founded in...
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Read MoreYosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is Back with The Moonlight Special
Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is back riding the narrow gauge rails through the Sierra Nevada, just four miles from the south gate of Yosemite National Park. With daily rides departing at 9:00 A.M and 11:30 A.M., and weekend excursions at 1:00 P.M. and 2:30 P.M. Young and old alike will enjoy wind-in-your-hair moments through the tall pine trees and sweet-smelling bear clover. And now, another fan favorite returns for the season: The Moonlight Special Every Wednesday and Saturday at 6:30 P.M. Seating is very limited and reservations are required. The night begins with a barbeque dinner served on the socially distanced outdoor picnic tables. Live musical entertainment at the station, an evening steam train ride, a sing-a-long at a roaring campfire located at the halfway point in the forest, and ends with a ride back to the station under the stars. The following safety protocols will be in effect at Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad: Tickets can be booked online. Reservations are now REQUIRED to limit the number of guests and assure safe social distancing. There will be health screening questions for all visitors. Capacity is limited to 50%. Recommending all guests wear masks. Inside of buildings, people will be limited for safe social distancing space. Box lunches are available to purchase online in advance. Outdoor picnic tables allow space for social distancing or take food to go. Access to touchless hand sanitizing stations located throughout the property. Boarding groups will receive wristbands, rather than paper tickets. Safety barriers installed at transaction points. Gold panning water will be treated and gold pans sanitized after each use. There are extra cleaning and sanitization crews on-hand to ensure safety for everyone. An air purifier will sanitize the museum displays, nightly. Daily employee health and temperature checks. All employees will wear masks. Visitor safety has always been paramount in this region and at Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. As the train whistle blows through the Yosemite mountains, it will make you smile. California has a pretty terrific backyard to explore this...
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Read MoreSafe Summer Fun: Irvine Summer Drive-In Series
Enjoy movies and concerts in the park – with a twist – during the Irvine Summer Drive-In Series. This series of modified events brings the community together while safely following social distance guidelines. The Summer Drive-In Series features movies on the big screen and live concerts to the Orange County Great Park in drive-in format every Saturday this August. Park your cars, bring a picnic basket, or plan to purchase treats from gourmet food trucks. Space for this special event is limited, and guests must register in advance. The drive-in will be set up in parking lot 2 at the Great Park: Concert gates open at 4:30 p.m. and start at 5:30 p.m.; movie gates open at 6:45 p.m. and movies begin after sunset, approximately 8:15 p.m. Guests will be able to listen through amplified sound or tune in through their car radios via a special FM station for the events. Summer Drive-In Series Schedule Saturday, August 1: Southland Mega Groove concert (Rocking the Decades), with an intermission performance by Irvine High School Youth Team Akustikoff finalists Haley Tran & Nathan Nguyen Saturday, August 8: The Secret Life of Pets 2 movie screening (Rated PG) Saturday, August 15: Tijuana Dogs concert (Dance Party Rock), with an intermission performance by Irvine High School Youth Team Akustikoff winner Ana Carvalho Saturday, August 22: Sonic the Hedgehog movie screening (Rated PG) Saturday, August 29: Yachty by Nature concert (Groovy Soft Rock) Due to limited space available, these events are open to Irvine residents only. Admission is free and advanced registration is required. Tickets will be available at yourirvine.org beginning July 1. The Orange County Great Park is located at 8000 Great Park Blvd., in Irvine. For more information, visit cityofirvine.org/specialevents or call...
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Read MoreLet’s Celebrate! Memorial Day Dining in Orange County
Let’s celebrate Memorial Day this year by enjoying delicious eats from one of these top Orange County restaurants. The Ranch Restaurant 1025 E Ball Rd #101A Anaheim, CA 92805 BBQ PACKAGE, $50 Preorder by Thursday 5/21 for pick-up Saturday 5/23 and Sunday 5/24. Family-style ready-to-eat package serves 2-4 people. Includes instructions to reheat. HALF RACK OF BABY BACK RIBS 4 BBQ CHICKEN THIGHS 4 JALAPEÑO-CHEDDAR SAUSAGES SIDES SMOKED BAKED BEANS CREAMY COLE SLAW MAC N’ CHEESE CAN’T MISS ADD-ONS 1 POUND ‘SANTA MARIA-STYLE’ BBQ TRI-TIP, served with Tortillas, Salsa & Beans, $29 1 POUND PULLED PORK, served with House-Made BBQ Sauce & 8 each Portuguese Slider Buns, $21 FULL RACK OF BABY BACK RIBS, $30 ‘COOK AT HOME’ BURGER PACK, $38 Serves 4 people. 4 RANCH STEAKBURGERS, includes 4 OC Baking Company Potato Buns, Butter Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Sliced Red Onions, Our ‘Secret’ Sauce & Tillamook Cheddar Cheese Old Vine Kitchen & Bar 2937 Bristol St a103 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 This Memorial Day, Old Vine Kitchen & Bar is offering curbside BBQ to help celebrate the most American way! The family-style options serve 4-6 and include pork short ribs, strawberry serrano BBQ sauce, elote slaw, and twice-baked cornbread for $75. For dessert, add a whole fresh strawberry pie for $40 (serves 6). Guests can call 714-545-1411 to place their pre-orders and schedule a time for Sunday & Monday curbside pickup. Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen 229 E Commonwealth Ave Unit A Fullerton, CA 92832 Celebrate Memorial Day with exotic flavors from the East! Downtown Fullerton’s newest restaurants, Khan Saab features an entirely halal menu of elevated Desi cuisine (a culmination of cuisine from Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan). Khan Saab has recently introduced the Family Take Out BBQ Kit which feeds 4 and includes a choice of smoked beef kabob, Malai chicken tikka, or Afghani Seekh kabob, served with vegetable biryani for $50. The menu is available daily from 2 pm – 9:30 pm and guests can score 10% off all phone orders (714-853-1081). Grill At Home this Memorial Day with MEATS from The Butchery (Brea, Costa Mesa, Crystal Cove) For the home-chef and those anxious to fire up the grill at home, The Butchery, Orange County’s premier butcher and specialty grocer has all the high-end meats and ingredients needed to host the perfect backyard BBQ at home. All products are sourced from the finest farms, ranches & purveyors in the country, including their Wagyu filets. Gourmet grocery items...
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Read MoreShop, Stay, Eat and Play in Costa Mesa
While this is a very uncertain time, the future ahead is bright and sunny, especially in our favorite Orange County city – Costa Mesa. As our family eases back into traveling, we plan to start by staying close to home with mini staycations, and Costa Mesa plans to be one of our first destinations. Why Costa Mesa? The city is rich with culture, arts, shopping, and of course…cuisine. While most places are not quite open for business, soon they will be, and now is the best time to start planning your upcoming family getaway in Costa Mesa. Best Places to Stay in Costa Mesa Avenue of the Arts, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Unparalleled comfort and a scenic lakeside setting facing Segerstrom Center for the Arts are found in this AAA Four-Diamond boutique hotel. BLVD Hotel BLVD hotel is just a short distance from OC Fair & Event Center. This chic boutique hotel features a relaxed, surf-culture vibe true of coastal Southern California. The Westin South Coast Plaza Located directly between South Coast Plaza and Segerstrom Center for the Arts, discover the culture, glamour and excitement of Orange County in one of its most tranquil retreats. Hilton This hotel exemplifies class and elegance with a modern twist set amidst popular attractions, stores, and activities. Marriott Encircled by South Coast Plaza, Segerstrom Center for the Arts and a relaxing lake, this all-suite hotel is the center of Orange County culture. Ayres Hotel This hotel offers a refreshing experience with a warm European ambiance located just minutes from Newport Beach, shopping and John Wayne Airport, Orange County. Best Places to Shop in Costa Mesa South Coast Plaza The world-famous South Coast Plaza defines the luxury shopping experience with its extraordinary boutiques, designer shops, personal service and upscale amenities. The Camp The CAMP excels as an innovative retail community designed to offer outdoor and action sports enthusiasts authentic shopping and dining experiences in a natural compound. The Lab This eclectic venue was established as “The Anti-Mall” to house independent retailers, galleries, and restaurateurs in a one-of-a-kind environment with an interesting ambiance and artistic flair. SOCO and the OC Mix SOCO and the OC MIX offers its guests a unique retail experience with the best in home furnishings, pop-up shops, excellent dining and much more. Best Places to Eat in Costa Mesa Mesa Lounge Mesa attracts a chic Orange County crowd with adventurous small-plate cuisine and creative cocktails in a modern lounge atmosphere. Boathouse...
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Read MoreTake a Trip Around Disneyland Park with a Park-Inspired Watchlist
From a whole new world to a galaxy far, far away, to Main Street, U.S.A., Disney+ has you covered with this fun Disneyland Park inspired watchlist. Enjoy watching this beloved films with your family today on Disney+. MAIN STREET, U.S.A. America’s Heart and Soul America’s National Parks Encore!, ep 112 “Ragtime” Glory Road Invincible Lady and the Tramp Lady and the Tramp (Live-Action) Mary Poppins Miracle Old Yeller Pollyanna Remember the Titans Secretariat The Greatest Game Ever Played The Rookie TOMORROWLAND Apollo: Missions to the Moon Expedition Mars: Spirit & Opportunity Finding Dory Finding Nemo Mars Inside Spacex Miles from Tomorrowland Mission to the Sun Phil of the Future Science Fair The Rocketeer Toy Story 1-4 Tron Tron: Legacy WALL-E Year Million Zenon Girl of the 21st Century FANTASYLAND Aladdin Alice in Wonderland Babes in Toyland Bedknobs and Broomsticks Dumbo Escape to Witch Mountain Fantasia Frozen 1-2 Onward (Streaming April 3) Pete’s Dragon (1977) Peter Pan Pinocchio Sleeping Beauty Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Tangled The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad The Little Mermaid The Sword in the Stone FRONTIERLAND Davy Crockett: And the River Pirates Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier Encore!, ep 105 “Annie Get Your Gun” Encore!, ep 106 “Oklahoma!” Pocahontas Sheriff Callie’s Wild West Spin and Marty Tall Tale: The Unbelievable Adventure The Adventures of Huck Finn The Journey of Natty Gann Those Calloways Tom and Huck White Fang MICKEY’S TOONTOWN A Goofy Movie An Extremely Goofy Movie Chef Donald Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Rescue Rangers Donald’s Tire Trouble DuckTales (1990) DuckTales (2017) Fun and Fancy Free Goof Troop Hawaiian Holiday Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Pluto and the Gopher Steamboat Willie Who Framed Roger Rabbit? STAR WARS: GALAXY’S EDGE Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Star Wars: A New Hope Star Wars: Attack of the Clones Star Wars: Rebels Star Wars: Resistance Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Star Wars: The Clone Wars Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Star Wars: The Force Awakens Star Wars: The Last Jedi Star Wars: The Phantom Menace The Mandalorian CRITTER COUNTRY A Bug’s Life Bambi Brother Bear Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet Piglet’s Big Movie The Fox & the Hound The Incredible Dr. Pol The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Unlikely Animal Friends (Season 1–2) Winnie the Pooh Zootopia NEW ORLEANS SQUARE Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End Pirates of the...
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Read MoreRestaurant Curbside Pick-Up and Delivery Options in Orange County
Help support local small businesses by ordering delivery for your family from one of these amazing Orange County restaurants. The options are endless with all of them offering curbside and delivery lunch and dinner. Pick up your food to go! Picking up food to go is a safe and easy way to help your favorite local restaurants stay in business during this time. Delivery services charge the restaurants 25% to bring the food to you, which can leave the restaurants unable to pay their employees in this economic climate. Instead, call in your orders directly to the restaurant and pick up the food curbside. A local restaurant is sweetening the deal for you to pick up with a special offer! Toast Kitchen + Bakery: Costa Mesa’s favorite modern diner with an Asian twist is offering a free container of Chef John Park’s homemade, immune-boosting beef bone broth with every pick-up order! Select your items from the delicious menu, call in your order at 949.873.5057 and call or wave when you’re curbside! Outpost Kitchen 3420 Bristol St. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 www.outpostkitchen.com 714-852-3044 The Aussie-inspired eatery in Costa Mesa has reopened to introduced curbside pickup to fulfill online to-go orders at their new location off Bristol St. in Costa Mesa. Enjoy a special selection of Outpost Kitchen’s healthy dishes like the Brekky Sandwich, Date Mate Salad, and Real Avocado Toast as well as espresso beverages, and beer, wine, and cocktails to-go. Orders must be placed online here. RAYA Curbside To Go Locals and guests can now can enjoy RAYA’s signature Pan-Latin cuisine from the comfort of their home with RAYA To Go. Leave the cooking to the talented culinary team of The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel with fresh lunch and dinner selections including the highest quality organic and local ingredients. Menu highlights include favorites like RAYA’s Achiote Salmon, RAYA Romaine, Thai Curry Buddha Bowl, and Brazilian Cheese Rolls, plus a handful of other delicious items prepared with care by the resort’s chefs. RAYA To Go is available for pick up and curbside daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Guests can call Resort Services at 949-240-2000 to order and inquire for more details. Urban Plates (Aliso Viejo, Brea, Irvine, Tustin)—the San Diego home grown, healthy fast casual restaurant brand is rolling out (in addition to free delivery via Door Dash and curbside, no contact pickup) a tasty and easy way to feed the whole family and enjoy a full menu/meal spread...
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Read MoreInside the Walt Disney Archives at The Bowers Museum
We visited as a guest of the venue Calling all Disney fans The Walt Disney Archives has arrived at The Bowers Museum. Established in 1970, the archive has collected, preserved, cataloged, and made available for study merchandise, awards, pictures, art, and so much more. This 10,000 square foot exhibit made its debut in 2018 for Japan’s D23 expo, and due to its popularity, the team in Japan asked if they could tour the exhibition. After a nine-city tour that took 19 months, The Walt Disney Archives bought the exhibit back home. Seeing the success and outpouring of love for the archives in Japan, the company decided that they needed to share the spirit of Disney starting right here in Walt’s backyard. Located only 6 miles from Disneyland, The Walt Disney Archives felt that The Bowers Museum would be the perfect location as the first stop on a much-anticipated exhibition tour. Opening on March 7ththe exhibition, Inside the Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic, will give the public behind the scenes access that has never been granted before. Guests will be able to immerse themselves in over 400 objects such as the ghouls from the Haunted Mansion, costumes, props from movies and tv shows, original artwork as well as personal items that belong to Walt. A few of the items that caught my eye and made me feel like a kid again were Herbie the Love Bug! The original Alphabet Block set from Mary Poppins as well as her magical bag, the Sleeping Beauty book from 1959, Zorro’s sword, and a magical bed knob from the Bedknobs and Broomsticks. Along with the exhibit will be special speakers as well as lecture series, which is a must for every Disney fan. Lecture Series Dates March 8 Lecture by renowned Disney Filmmaker Don Hahn Author and Oscar-nominated Filmmaker; Producer of The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast. Saturday, March 14 Theme Songs of Disneyland Stacia Martin, Disney Artist, and Historian with The Walt Disney Company. April 11th 50 Years of the Walt Disney Archives: A Gold Mine of Fun Finds Featuring Ed Ovalle, Matt Moryc, Maggie Evenson, Rick Lorentz, Michael Buckhoff, Kevin Kern, Nicole Carroll and Director of the Walt Disney Archives, Becky Cline April 25th at 11 am Inside the 20th Century Fox Collection Lynne Drake Senior Manager, Collections, Walt Disney Archives April 26th Book Signing Why We Love Disney Dr. Andi Stein Author and Professor CSU...
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While this is a very uncertain time, the future ahead is bright and sunny, especially in our favorite Orange County city – Costa Mesa. As our family eases back into traveling, we plan to start by staying close to home with mini staycations, and Costa Mesa plans to be one of our first destinations. Why Costa Mesa? The city is rich with culture, arts, shopping, and of course…cuisine. While most places are not quite open for business, soon they will be, and now is the best time to start planning your upcoming family getaway in Costa Mesa. Best Places to Stay in Costa Mesa Avenue of the Arts, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Unparalleled comfort and a scenic lakeside setting facing Segerstrom Center for the Arts are found in this AAA Four-Diamond boutique hotel. BLVD Hotel BLVD hotel is just a short distance from OC Fair & Event Center. This chic boutique hotel features a relaxed, surf-culture vibe true of coastal Southern California. The Westin South Coast Plaza Located directly between South Coast Plaza and Segerstrom Center for the Arts, discover the culture, glamour and excitement of Orange County in one of its most tranquil retreats. Hilton This hotel exemplifies class and elegance with a modern twist set amidst popular attractions, stores, and activities. Marriott...
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Were you a big summer camp kid? They say summer camps can teach important life skills such as patience, how to treat a sunburn, and creative ways to get along well with others. The sickness (COVID-19) is cancelling 2020 summer camp programs left and right! Parents are scrambling and wondering how on Earth they’ll keep their kids entertained… for three whole months. What may sound like an impending nightmare can actually be an opportunity for fun, family bonding! Let’s...
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Glasspar in Dana Point is Ready to Safely Reopen
Glasspar in Dana Point is ready to safely reopen. Chef-owner Rob Wilson and his team have gone through California’s 12-page document and 90-point guideline for resuming dine-in service. Since the guidelines were released last week, Glasspar has retrofitted their restaurant and made adjustments to service to meet and exceed the State’s proposed guidelines by removing tables, installing sanitizing stations, and providing the staff with RealShield™ PPE. While many of the State’s Individual Control Measures and Cleaning and Disinfecting Protocols...
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Let’s Celebrate! Memorial Day Dining in Orange County
Let’s celebrate Memorial Day this year by enjoying delicious eats from one of these top Orange County restaurants. The Ranch Restaurant 1025 E Ball Rd #101A Anaheim, CA 92805 BBQ PACKAGE, $50 Preorder by Thursday 5/21 for pick-up Saturday 5/23 and Sunday 5/24. Family-style ready-to-eat package serves 2-4 people. Includes instructions to reheat. HALF RACK OF BABY BACK RIBS 4 BBQ CHICKEN THIGHS 4 JALAPEÑO-CHEDDAR SAUSAGES SIDES SMOKED BAKED BEANS CREAMY COLE SLAW MAC N’ CHEESE CAN’T MISS ADD-ONS...
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Diana Kennedy: Nothing Fancy
Partnership The minute that I saw the trailer for Diana Kennedy: Nothing Fancy, I immediately knew that I wanted to see the film. The film took me on an incredible journey into the life of this amazing woman. Having such a strong passion for the Mexican culture, I feel in love with the story of these woman’s life. Diana Kennedy: Nothing Fancy is an intimate, candid perspective into the curious world of cookbook author and British ex-pat Diana Kennedy...
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The Last Kids on Earth Hottest Toys
One of our kid’s favorite series to watch on Netflix is The Last Kids on Earth. Now, kids can expand on their favorite series by playing with one of these cool new toys. These toys make for the perfect end of school year gift for kids to enjoy playing with throughout the summer. The Last Kids On Earth Toys Jack Action Figure $9.99 The Last Kids on Earth 2. 5” Jack Sullivan and his iconic Slicer are ready to...
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Everyday California Reopens Kayak and Board Rentals
La Jolla-based ocean adventure and lifestyle company, Everyday California, just announced the reopening of their kayak, surfboard, boogie, snorkel and paddle board rentals, so locals can get out on the water to unwind and enjoy San Diego’s beautiful coastline while staying safe. To ensure the safety of their customers amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Everyday California is thoroughly sanitizing all gear between uses, has put a limit of only two kayaks every 30 minutes, and requires customers and staff to...
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John Wayne Cancer Foundation (JWCF) Educates Youth on Sun Safety
John Wayne Cancer Foundation (JWCF), a nonprofit organization that is committed to fighting cancer through courage, strength and grit, has announced that it will partner with TropicSport, a reef-friendly sunscreen and skin care line, to provide co-branded mineral facesticks to youth across the U.S. while educating youth about the dangers of sun exposure through its skin cancer education program, Block the Blaze. Block the Blaze is funded by JWCF and a leader in youth skin cancer education and prevention,...
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The Winery Restaurant Features New COVID-19 Safe Dining Experience
In preparation to reopen its dining rooms safely once state mandates allow for it, The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar has begun to implement measures that follow safety guidelines given to restaurants in the region. The Winery Founding Partner JC Clow has partnered with Super Color Digital to create partitions between tables, at the bar top and surrounding the host stand, where guests check in before they are seated. The restaurant utilized the expertise at Super Color Digital to...
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