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Euro Caffe: European Style and Flavor

December 31, 2013 by

Crepes are the signature dish at Euro Caffe, just minutes from Coventry Court Apartments. With topping selections like Nutella, caramel, blueberry, banana, peach, graham cracker, and maple syrup it’s not hard to see why. In close proximity to a number of fine international restaurants, many diners skip dessert to come to the Euro Caffe to sample some of its delightful offerings. There are even a selection of savory crepes, with ingredients like grilled chicken, smoked bacon, and prosciutto along with sun dried tomatoes and arugula. Euro Caffe features many great drinks, from traditional coffee to iced drinks to a variety of tasty teas. The Euro Caffe is a great place to grab breakfast or lunch given its variety of lighter fare. Salads include Caprese, garden veggie, and mixed field greens. When paired with a breakfast Panini or sandwich you have one hearty and healthy meal. 

Euro Caffe
3950 South Bristol Street
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-2222
http://www.yelp.com/biz/euro-caffe-santa-ana

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Five Beauty­ Enhancing Products You Already Have at Home

December 18, 2013 by

Beauty products and spa treatments make you look and feel great, but they can turn your wallet inside out. Try using these everyday products as quick, hassle-free beauty treatments to keep your looks in line.

Toothpaste
Use this bathroom staple as a quick zit zapper. Rest easy with a dollop of the minty fresh paste on the potential pimple overnight and see it disappear in the morning.

Tea
Shine up your locks with a couple bags of chamomile tea. Brew two tea bags worth of tea, refrigerate it to room temperature before pouring it over wet, just-washed hair. Let it sit in your strands for ten minutes before rinsing it out for a beautiful, shiny mane.

Whole Milk
This wholesome drink works great as a gentle way to slough off dead skin and moisturize at the same time. For sensitive skin, add a gallon to your next bath for a moisturizing soak.

Lemons
When life hands you lemons, use them to moisturize your dry skin! Slice a few lemons in half and rub then cut side over your rough patches. Let the citric acid sit for a minute on the skin and then rinse for super smooth skin.

Bananas & Avocado
These two emollient-rich foods do wonders for frizzy hair. Mash together one of each and work it through a dry head of hair. Let it sit for 10 minutes, rinse, and voila: beautiful tame locks.

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Trail’s End Cycling Center: Biker’s Delight

December 11, 2013 by

Open Mondays through Fridays, Trail’s End Cycling Center is there for you whether you need to buy a new bike, have your current bike repaired, or stock up on cycling accessories. If you’re looking for some wheels, the center features an impressive and extensive showroom of road and mountain bikes along with cruisers from trusted brands like Scott, Jamis, and Cyfac. They also offer bike fittings for a personalized touch that assures comfort. Run by a knowledgeable owner and staff, biking buffs can entrust their darling bikes in Trail’s End’s hands. The website lists the prices of various services from basic tune-ups and brake adjustment to replacing cables and installing shifters. The staff knows how to handle bikes of many varieties — even vintage — and the store stocks basic parts. Call in advance to schedule a servicing appointment to guarantee a quick turnaround.

Trail’s End Cycling Center
1920 E. Warner Avenue
Suite 3C
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(949) 863-1982

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Season’s Greetings!

December 6, 2013 by

Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday season with all the warmth and splendor this time of year has to offer. Happy Holidays!

Filed Under: Life at Coventry Court Seniors Apartments

Business Magazines You Can Read Online

December 4, 2013 by

News is becoming more and more portable these days, and these popular magazines can be read completely online via your computer, smartphone or another mobile device. Whether you’re on the train to work or sitting in a waiting room, you’ll always be up-to-date with the latest business news.

Businessweek
Bloomberg Businessweek is one of the most widely read sources of business news, encompassing the areas of global economics, industry, design, politics and more. This simple website looks great on both your desktop and your mobile device, and it even features high-quality photos and videos for a multi-faceted experience. 

The Economist
For the latest business news and ideas with a dash of culture mixed in, The Economist website is a great online read. The beloved print magazine sets the standard for the website’s journalistic tone, and articles covering topics from misconceptions of the first world war to the global economy today will give readers insight into both the history and the current state of economics. 

Inc.
Inc. takes an innovative approach to business news, with a modern, minimalist interface that makes for easy reading at home or on the go. The website features long-form articles about the top names in business today, from entrepreneurs to start-up companies, and it also provides tips and strategies for paving your own way.

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Rutabegorz: A Little Of Everything

November 27, 2013 by

Since opening in Fullerton in 1970, Rutabegorz has striven to provide healthy, natural foods to the communities surrounding its three locations, and the Tustin branch is no different. The menu at Ruta’s—so large and varied it resembles a book—is largely deli- and vegetarian-inspired but with a health-conscious ethos informing its cooking and the availability of its items. Carnivores ought to try the light yet filling garlic chicken salad or the Cockie Leeky soup (which also contains chicken) while guests who eschew the consumption of animals will enjoy a meal of vegetarian lasagna, a Dala Salad, or a falafel wrap. There are two dining rooms and as such plenty of seating, with tables outside for those so inclined, and the place has an ambience that matches what you would expect for a restaurant of this type. The portions here are more than enough for the fair prices, and service is generally very good.

Rutabegorz
158 W. Main Street
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 731-9807
http://www.yelp.com/biz/rutabegorz-tustin

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Find Recipes Online with These Websites

November 20, 2013 by

These days, finding and sharing recipes has become an online activity, with dozens of websites full of user submitted meals for lunch, dinner and even dessert. These helpful websites will help you with your own family’s meal planning, as well as connect you to other home chefs to trade tips and tricks.

All Recipes
All Recipes is one of the most popular online cooking resources, with an expansive recipe database for just about any meal or occasion. Search the archives by ingredient, watch video tutorials, view sample menus for the entire week, or even plan your holiday spread all on this simple, friendly website.

Epicurious
The ideal site for the passionate food lover, Epicurious is jam packed with creative, inspiring recipes in the form of traditional text, videos, and slideshows of mouth-watering photos. Epicurious also features a great online community where visitors can follow other members, post their favorite recipes, and discuss topics such as family meal solutions and home brewing techniques. 

FoodNetwork.com
The beloved television cooking channel has a corresponding website, and fans of shows like The Barefoot Contessa are sure to love it. FoodNetwork.com features cooking tips from top chefs and hosts, 30-minute meal recipes, a quick recipe finder with filters for ingredients and prep time, and even a blog full of articles that foodies will find fascinating.

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Claro’s Italian Market

November 13, 2013 by

Claro’s Italian Market wears its function on its sleeve—it sells all manner of Italian meats and cheeses, including imports, to all manners of guest, a family-owned chain with a special emphasis on providing delicious ingredients and delicious food. The variety in the deli section is enough to stall an indecisive shopper for hours but if you’re looking to eat instead of cook you can snatch up a made-to-order sandwich made with fresh ingredients for less than seven dollars. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and cooking classes are available in case you’d like to turn your top of the line ingredients into a nice meal yourself. The Tustin market is a little small and can fill up pretty quickly, especially around the times of year when home-cooked meals reign supreme (Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.), and there is nowhere to sit as there so rarely is in a market, but overall Claro’s is an excellent place to grab either a bite to eat or the materials to assemble one.

Claro’s Italian Market
1095 E Main St
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 832-3081
http://www.yelp.com/biz/claros-italian-market-tustin

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Happy Veteran’s Day!

November 11, 2013 by

Today we pay tribute to the men and women who have fought, and continue to fight, for our freedom. Thank you, veterans!

Filed Under: Life at Coventry Court Seniors Apartments

Honda-Ya: Japanese Fare

November 6, 2013 by

Izakaya, a portmanteau composed of the Japanese words for “to stay” and “sake shop”, refers to a place where you can eat, drink, and relax, and by that definition Tustin’s Honda-Ya fits the bill. Guests can choose to be seated at the bar, at a table, or on the tatami floor. Start with an appetizer like the crab shumai or takoyaki, then move onto an entrée like the delicious bacon-wrapped asparagus, one of the most popular items on the menu. For those seeking libations, Honda Ya offers an excellent selection of beer, sake, and even Japan’s other indigenous beverage, shochu. Green tea ice cream makes for a great dessert, especially on your birthday when it comes free. Ambience is casual, though as a fairly popular spot the restaurant can sometimes get loud. The portions can be a little small, so keep your eye on the price to make sure you don’t overspend.

Honda-Ya
556 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 832-0081
http://www.yelp.com/biz/honda-ya-tustin

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