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            40 homeless children (aged 1-17) and their parents almost missed Christmas this year until the servers at the Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill heard about their plight.  They responded by pooling their tips and inviting them to a special breakfast at the restaurant that is located at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa on December 23 at 10:00 a.m.  Before the restaurant opens for business, the servers will volunteer their time to serve breakfast, meet with the families of Orange Coast…

As a means of bringing back holiday parties, Stonefire Grill launched a Facebook contest seeking the most deserving company, family or neighborhood to win a free, fully catered party for up to 100 guests.

“From the scores of submissions we received, there was no way we could chose only one story,” said Justin Lopez, community relations director of Stonefire Grill.  “We are pleased to announce our top 7!”

Winners include:

• Nicole…

It’s no secret that the holiday season can be disastrous for diets. So many tradition holiday snacks and beverages pack a calorie punch that makes stepping on the scale come January a dreaded act. While some indulgence is unavoidable, a usable knowledge of the calorie counts for classic holiday snacks and drinks can help one avoid the perennial holiday bulge. Which seasonal favorites stand out as particularly detrimental?  Peter Vash, M.D., medical director of Lindora Clinic, providers of…

Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill at South Coast Plaza is rolling out its new seasonal menu December 6, “spicing” up the winter months with its unique blend of comfort food with a California kick.  Among the new items are a southwestern meatloaf featuring a blend of beef and pork with a spicy kick and served with au gratin potatoes, a winter vegetable medley and topped with a sweet onion herb demi-glaze and crispy onion rings; blackened chicken with boursin crab cake served with au gratin…

There’s a reason why more people give up on their diet programs or workout regimens in December than any other time of the year…the holidays.  With office parties, family gatherings, last-minute shopping and other interferences, staying true to one’s self can be a burden. 

Mark Myers, fitness services manager of Spectrum Athletic Clubs in El Segundo, offers these 5 strategies for maintaining your diet and fitness goals during the hectic holiday…