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December 2009 Blog Posts (11)

A Knight at Medieval Times

An aging king, a noble son and prince, a love that refuses to give up hope and the foulest of treacheries.

This is the story of Medieval Times and a story it was my privilege to hear after so many years of wishing and waiting far away in the Midwest to see. I stood in the line giddy as a schoolboy, unable to stop shifting from one foot to the next. Yes, I was there to do a story and yes I came toting all manner of camera… Continue

Added by Dragon on December 27, 2009 at 4:00pm — No Comments

LEGOLAND!

Growing up my parents spent a small fortune on Legos for my brother and me. Heck, we built a 12x12 foot replica lunar base in our bedroom as kids. Secretly I think my parents really enjoyed buying us boys a new Lego set. It was sure to guarantee them a few hours of peace and quiet while we feverishly worked putting it together.

Fast forward about 20 years and it’s now my turn to… Continue

Added by Tare Waunch on December 23, 2009 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

Bistro de la Gare

Bistro de la Gare is the quintessential corner bistro, not two-hundred feet from the Metro Gold Line Mission Street stop in South Pasadena, snuggled between a horticulture nursery and a gourmet market and deli. For five years and counting, the Bistro has been serving the best French cuisine this side of the Seine.

Don't let any misconceptions about French restaurants get the better of you; this isn't a hoity-toity joint that won't let you in without a tie and tails. Cozy… Continue

Added by Glass of Win on December 17, 2009 at 8:00pm — 3 Comments

Happy Hour with Forrest Gump

I like shrimp. Cajun ones. Popcorn ones. Anaheim Bubba Gump Shrimp Factory ones.

Apparently I am not the only one. It is a Friday night, 9pm, and the rooms of Bubba Gump Shrimp Factory are still filled with happily eating families, young couples, business people and singles.

The establishment brings me back to my southern roots. It is filled with a happy, laid-back (yet attentive and efficient) staff and some good… Continue

Added by Newbie on December 11, 2009 at 11:30am — 3 Comments

"Run Forrest....Run!!"

Run on over to Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.in Anaheim’s Garden Walk Shopping Center for a fun family dining experience. Here is a unique restaurant with a playful, casual atmosphere paired with good ole southern cookin’.

Whether you are coming over from a busy day at Disneyland or walking over from the convention…

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Added by Cali-Mama on December 11, 2009 at 7:30am — 3 Comments

Cards in Paradise: My Day At Hawaiian Gardens Casino

Cruising down the 605 freeway with my pops at the helm, I was still trying to wrap my head around the idea that an oasis of gambling thrived only a handful of minutes away from my house in Redondo Beach, and that all the while I had been ignorant to its location. I’ve visited a little known place named Las Vegas a few times out in the Nevada desert… Continue

Added by Cali-Clad on December 9, 2009 at 11:00pm — 2 Comments

Surf's up as biggest waves in five years come to Hawaii after North Pacific storm.

Thousands of spectators and surfers are flocking to Hawaii's beaches to see the biggest waves in years crash ashore.

Heavy traffic backed up for miles yesterday along roads leading to Oahu's North Shore. Some of the world's most daring surfers took on the powerful and dangerous waves, which forecasters say could reach heights of 50ft (15 metres) by tomorrow.

The surf grew so large that a few beaches on Oahu and Maui were closed because lifeguards feared inexperienced… Continue

Added by Tare Waunch on December 8, 2009 at 2:42pm — No Comments

What's December without The Nutcracker?

For many of us, December is defined by twinkly lights, iridescent-colored ornaments and the same nine Christmas carols played over and over again on the radio. For Orange County locals and visitors, the list ought to include one more thing: a visit to see a performance of the holiday fairy tale, The Nutcracker, by the Maple Youth Ballet.

When I was a girl, the tail end of every calendar year was marked by my mother pulling… Continue

Added by Laguna Deena on December 4, 2009 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment

CinemaFusion 14 Theatre + IMAX

Looking for a great place to watch a movie?

If you are anywhere near Disneyland or the Anaheim Convention Center, CinemaFusion Theatre is without a doubt the place to go. Located at The Shops at Anaheim GardenWalk, just a ½ block east of Disneyland, between Katella Avenue and Disney Way.… Continue

Added by Michael Maxsenti on December 2, 2009 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

FiRE + iCE Grill + Bar

Wow, what a fresh, unique dining experience.

When diners have grown accustomed to asking for their meals to be specially prepared to suit their individual tastes, FiRE+iCE Grill+Bar gives the guests full control to select all their own ingredients and sauces to create their perfect meal.

Four of us spent an evening tasting their various food offerings… Continue

Added by Michael Maxsenti on December 2, 2009 at 7:30am — 6 Comments

Sunset Hike in Laguna Beach

Looking for a great place to see an awesome sunset with incredible vistas? You couldn’t find a better spot than Guna Peak, Laguna Beach. First off, the access point to this ¾-mile hike up to benches and an interpretive marker is less than 2 minutes above north Pacific Coast Highway.… Continue

Added by Michael Maxsenti on December 2, 2009 at 12:00am — 6 Comments