SOCO Farmers’ Market

Located in the SOCO Collection, our SOCO Farmers’ Market in Costa Mesa is the perfect place to spend a Saturday afternoon. From coffee shops to pastry shops, home decor to bar ware, kids clothes to women’s fashion, the SOCO Collection is your “destination for inspiration” while the adjacent OC Mix is perfect for lounging and becoming a regular. With our farmers’ market as the anchor, your Saturdays in Costa Mesa are set!

Each week find tons of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, eggs, bread, local honey, food products, live music, free balloons and lots of family fun!

The SoCo Certified Farmers’ Market (SoCo CFM)is locally run bySprouts of Promise Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting small farmers and healthy eating. Farmers sell only certified California grown agricultural products directly to the public every Saturday. You can find everything from seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, local raw honey, fresh cut flowers, to cage-free eggs and pasture-raised meat. SoCo CFM also features the best of local Orange County gourmet food trucks and artisan foods such as freshly baked breads, hummus, and a variety of sweet treats. SoCo CFM was rated one of the best farmers’ markets in Orange County and featured nationally in the New York Times.

For more information, visit farmermark.com/soco

For the busy Long Beach executive on the run!

Gaucho Grill on Pine Avenue, in the heart of the city’s bustling downtown, is debuting Express Lunch where guests can order and enjoy a wide range of items all in 30 minutes or less.

Express Lunch is available Monday – Friday

11:30 am – 4 pm

*Most items priced at less than $12, and each entree comes with a soft drink or iced tea!

Among the entree items are:

Grilled certified Angus skirt steak served with mashed potatoes and veggies

Spinach and cheese ravioli

Grilled salmon with garlic vinaigrette rice and broccoli

Homemade gnocchi stuffed with 4 cheeses and topped in a beef Bolognese sauce

and

Grilled boneless marinated chicken breast served with rice and salad

“We are delighted to announce the introduction of our new Express Menu, which we hope will accommodate the many busy executives who visit our restaurant throughout the week,” said Amosa. “Time is money for a lot of them, so we look forward to meeting their needs. For others, who are not in a time crunch and want a more leisurely dining experience, we welcome you too.”

Amosa is widely considered the kingpin of the vibrant Latin dining scene in Long Beach.With the recent acquisition of Alegria, which is currently undergoing remodeling, the busy restaurateur now operates 3 bustling restaurants on Pine Avenue. He also owns and operates a 2ndGaucho Grill in Brentwood.

562.590.5000 or visit gauchogrillusa.com

Miraval Tea

Miraval Tea: A Day of Wellness: Savor a healthful high tea experience and spend the day immersed in wellness at Miraval Spa.  Indulge with lighter menu items designed by Executive Chef Collin Thornton. Steep in custom blended tea options including the Monarch Beach SoCal Citrus and Prickly Pear Black Tea.
Saturdays and Sundays |  12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$75 includes high tea experience, spa access and $50 off a Miraval Life in Balance spa service.*

Visit their website for more information.

24 Hour Advanced Reservations Required
RSVP at 949.234.3423

Supporting small business is more important than ever and there’s no better time to do so than the holiday season! Visit one of SteelCraft’s three locations on Saturday, December 12 or Saturday, December 19 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to shop for unique, hand-crafted gifts that your loved ones will adore! From luxurious body products and soaps to handmade jewelry and macramé art, these vendors are ready to fulfill all of your last-minute holiday shopping needs.

If you’ll be shopping with your little ones or simply want a safe and fun holiday activity for your kiddos, be sure to pay a visit to the Letters to Santa station! First, stop by any SteelCraft vendor and ask for the official Santa Letter notecard. Then, using your own writing utensil, help your child write the perfect letter to Santa and drop it off at the North Pole Mailbox found at all SteelCraft locations.  For each letter that’s dropped in the mailbox, SteelCraft will donate $1 to the following charitable organizations:

SteelCraft Long Beach: YMCA of Greater Long Beach
SteelCraft Bellflower: Olive Crest
SteelCraft Garden Grove: OC Food Bank

Join Wild Foodie Tours for an all-inclusive, fun, gritty, and insightful street food tour in Tijuana! We’ll enjoy tastings at 5 food stops, 1 non-alcoholic beverage stop, and 1 dessert stop to taste the best flavors of Tijuana. Other likely visits include the Mercado Hidalgo open-air market and a Mexican bakery.

Along the way we’ll point out a few of the eateries Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern showcased on their Travel Channel shows. Only $69! Everything included: food, all transportation in Tijuana, shopping, sightseeing, and a tour guide! Group meets at the McDonald’s at the San Ysidro Trolley Station. Reservations required. For info and/or to book, visit www.wildfoodietours.com.

Tours occur every Saturday at 12 pm and Sunday at 4 pm.