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The world of meeting and event planning relies heavily on support from hospitality partners, suppliers and vendors. Coordinating and executing a destination meeting or even a simple one off event takes considerable effort and a dedicated team. Likewise, creating a…

The holidays are here (ready or not!) and Thanksgiving planning and prepping has officially begun. Fortunately, Newport Beach is offering some of the tastiest menus for a mayhem-free, more relaxed, Thanksgiving dining experience for the entire family. 21 Oceanfront Restaurant…

In today’s society, it’s hard to go anywhere without noticing our almost obsession with health. It seems everywhere you turn, more and more people are opting for lifestyle changes that promote an overall sense of wellbeing. As meeting planners, you…

I have to admit: everything pumpkin makes me happy. This time of year as the sun rises later, sets earlier, and the evenings turn cool, the craving for everything pumpkin goes into overdrive. The onset of fall brings the excitement…

With the rise of a health-conscious society, many events are now opting for unique, eco-friendly approaches that will help reduce their carbon footprint. In response to this movement, “green events” have emerged as the modern day “reduce, reuse, recycle”, quickly…

Autumn’s warmth doesn’t merely come from a sweater or fireplace. It stems from the familiar and the approachable; elements that remind us that there is consistency in our lives no matter how chaotic things may get. Nothing delivers this unique…

The popular Hawaiian staple of poké has taken full flight in Southern California. The myriad of restaurants now offering this deliciously fresh raw fish salad in a variety of ways is a hot commodity all across Orange County. Whether you’re…

Have you ever had the juiciest turkey or perfectly flaky pie crust and wondered how to recreate the dish at home? If you’ve made a few attempts and still feel like you are falling short, you may want to get…