EAT
When you want real food, you need to go to a real restaurant. Sink your teeth into
The Social's Crabcakes - Southwestern style, with roasted pepper aioli; Lobster Ravioli - stuffed with lobster, shrimp and asparagus, finished with a brandy-cream sauce; and Rack of Lamb - Dijon mustard and herb-encrusted rack of lamb with mint hollandaise, served with aromatic rice and sauteed vegetables. 799-9155
Have you tried the delicious Turkey Burger at
Fatburger? You get a grilled Jennie O turkey burger on a whole wheat bun served with lettuce, tomato, onions and pickles. Buy any Big Fat Deal and receive a Chicken or Turkey Burger for free. Snag the coupons on page 23 to make it happen. Fatburger of Valencia is located onThe Old Road in Valencia. Don't forget the homemade root beer floats! 290-2523
DRINK
Don't let this summer slip through your fingers. Get a cold, hard grip on fun by wrapping your hand around an icy frozen beverage made fresh in your own backyard. For only $175, you can rent a professional-grade single-flavor margarita frozen drink machine from
The Drink Dr. The price includes one free mix of your choice, 50 cups, straws and free local delivery. Also included: the coveted title of coolest barbecue host ever. 510-5778
Leave it to the
Tilted Kilt on Town Center Drive to shake things up. Each guest that orders one of their limited-time Shakers should be ready to have a fun, energy-filled experience delivered by one of their spectacular cast members. Life's too short not to shake things up, so enjoy a 16-ounce cocktail handshaken tableside by your favorite Kilt Girl. There are seven Shaker Drinks to choose from (even a non-alcoholic choice perfect for lunchtime shaking!). 255-9800
PLAY
MEET ME ON THE PATIO
Who says you need to wait until the weekend to have fun? Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.,
Sake Steak, Seafood & Sushi hosts one heck of a happy hour - and the excitement continues all week on the patio and in the restaurant. Sake & Sushi Tuesdays begins at 5 p.m. and is doubly cool: take 20 percent off the best sushi in town plus score fruit-infused premium sake flasks for 50 percent off (making them only $10!). Get through your mid-week hump with The Lounge, a late-night happy hour that runs from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Choose from 16 appetizers and sushi from $2, 16-ounce tap beers from $3 to $4, premium wines for $4 and well drinks for $5. Jazz it up on the weekend with Southern California's best performers; the pros drop in on Saturday for Hot Jazz from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Smooth Jazz from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Sunday's Supper Club, running from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., brings the sounds of Frank Sinatra and all the greats.
255-SAKE (7253)
Wolf Creek Restaurant & Brewing Company is all about making their customers happy. So, back by popular demand, Wild Angels is making a summer appearance. So too is the 15th-anniversary Renegade Rye ale, on tap for just a short time. Or go for our favorite patio-perfect drink: Wolf Creek's Sangria. This luscious mixture of juices, pineapple and red or white wine is served in a giant goblet. We're smitten with Wolf Creek's sunny (but covered!) patio area - it's the ideal spot to enjoy a little "adult refreshment!" 263-9653
We can always trust
Marston's to create super-fresh, super-delicious seasonal fare and this summer's specials don't disappoint. Their well-appointed patio is where we like to dive into their Fresh Swordfish with Artichoke Pesto Risotto, Smoked Ribs with Apple Fennel Slaw and Hangar Steak with Chippolini Onions. Pair your perfect dish with their incredible summer cocktails like the Cherry Smash, Watermelon Gin Fizz or Purple Raspberry Lemonade. Score your beverage on the cheap (and enjoy seriously-good discounted apps while you're at it) at Marston's daily happy hour from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Marston's is conveniently located in the Bridgeport shopping center. 253-9910
No one wants to feel chunky during the skin-exposing summer season. But seriously - that doesn't mean we have to be super-sober all the time, right? (Thin and cranky does not a pleasant combination make!).
Salt Creek Grille has the answer. Get thee to their gorgeous covered patio for "skinny drinks" made with Voli Vodka. Try the Latin Lover: Voli Orange Vanilla Vodka, lemonade, agave nectar and pineapple juice... only 144 calories! Or Nutti Espresso: Voli Espresso Vanilla Vodka and Frangelico... only 106 calories! And the Red Carpet: Voli Raspberry Cocoa Vodka, pomegranate juice and lemon juice... only 120 calories! Our new fave, though, is the Skinny Cosmo: Voli Lyte Vodka, agave nectar, fresh lime and cranberry juice. Only 130 calories! These low-cal top-shelf beverages can best be enjoyed while sipping away a Sunday afternoon on Salt Creek's patio, listening to live music. 222-9999
2013 Lexus ES350 |
What we want in our Driveways...
Lexus Unveils All-New 2013 ES 350 and First-ever ES 300h Hybrid
Lexus unveiled the all-new 2013 ES lineup, including the ES 350 and ES 300h equipped with Lexus Hybrid Drive. Featuring a progressive new design and enhanced handling, the 2013 ES sedan is set to continue as a favorite of luxury car buyers. The new ES features a lower, progressive profile and clean, continuous styling lines from front to rear. All four corners are pulled tightly inward to the wheel arches, creating distinctive proportions. The wheelbase of the new ES has been lengthened by 1.8 inches, while the overall length of the vehicle has grown by just one inch, resulting in a more spacious interior.
Your new sedan is waiting at Keyes Lexus of Valencia. Take it for a spin today!
877-302-7693 www.lexusofvalencia.com
2013 Acura RDX |
Have You met the 2013 Acura RDX Yet?
The 2013 Acura RDX is built for the size of your life. Starting at only $34,320 and boasting an impressive 28 mpg (highway; with FWD), this luxe ride is more than just a pretty face. (But can we talk about the "face" a second? Is this baby gorgeous or what?) With nimble handling, just-right sizing, an ultra-quiet cabin, sexy (and new!) V-6 engine and incredibly smooth ride quality, the 2013 RDX takes everything that was impressive about the previous model and makes it even better. Your crossover dreams may have just come true.
Take the 2013 Acura RDX for a test drive at Valencia Acura (and say "Hi!" to "test drive" Tessi - Don's and Cheri's newest pup - while you're there!). 888-448-4123
www.valenciaacura.com