It’s time again to enjoy the orchids
The world’s most beautiful orchids are on display through Sunday
at the 23rd annual Fascination of Orchids International Show & Sale,
hosted by South Coast Plaza. Enthusiasts know that its one of the
most esteemed and largest orchid shows in the country. About 60 of
the most prestigious orchid vendors, more than 100 stunning orchid
displays and 30,000 of the finest orchids are here. This year’s
theme, “Orchids and Wine,” ties in perfectly with the Newport’s only
winery, Newport Beach Vineyards and Winery, whose label is an orchid.
An impressive display will feature the new label.
www.southcoastplaza.com.
YET MORE ORCHIDS
Also, Green Systems International will be selling thousands of
beautiful blooming orchids priced from $5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday. They make great Valentine’s Day gifts. The wholesale
nursery is at 20362 S W. Birch St., Newport Beach. (949) 756-1211.
FURNITURE FOR CHEAP
Von Hemert Interiors is having its 83rd anniversary sale through
March 2. Great bargains on furniture and home accessories -- prices
are reduced up to 50%. Included in the sale are high-quality brand
names: Baker, Century, Hickory White, Maitland-Smith and exclusive
European imports. Von Hemerts also offers design consulting, custom
drapery and furniture and flooring. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to
Saturday; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Von Hemert’s Costa Mesa Showroom
is at 1595 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. (949) 642-2050.
HOP ABOARD A LOVE BOAT
Balboa Boat Rentals is offering a “sweetheart deal” that’s perfect
for sunset cruises on Valentine’s Day. Rent an electric boat for an
hour and receive a half-hour free. All boats are equipped with a full
canopy, table and radio. Balboa Boat Rentals is adjacent to the Auto
Ferry on the Balboa Peninsula. (949) 673-7200.
THINK JEWELRY FOR VALENTINE’S
Blackman Ltd. Jewelers is having a New Year sale that’s also ideal
for Valentine’s gifts. Many items are reduced 40%. Included in the
sale are globes, Christmas collectibles, china and jewelry from
Michael Good and Carrera. Assorted yellow and white gold rings,
pendants and earrings. Open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday
through Saturday, and by appointment Monday. 3408 Via Oporto, Newport
Beach. (949) 673-9334.
CRUISE INTO THE AMERICAN
CANCER DISCOVERY SHOP
The American Cancer Discovery Shop is having a “cruising into
spring high tea” trunk show on Friday. The show will feature cruise
wear and designer accessories. Gently used designer apparel includes
Halston, Jaeger, St. John Knits, Escada, Nina Ricci, Ralph Lauren,
TAGA, Todd Oldham, Oleg Cassini, Christian Dior and Sonia Rykell.
Scones, teas, entertainment and a silent auction are part of the
festivities. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
2600 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar. (949) 640-4777.
PLENTY OF GIFT IDEAS
FROM FASHION ISLAND
Fashion Island has some great Valentine’s gift ideas. For high-end
gifts, there’s Traditional Jewelers. Find beautiful selections of
diamond necklaces, platinum and diamond rings or diamond stud
earrings for her, or a classic timepiece for him. One of my favorite
stores, Anthropologie, has candles, pajamas, scented soaps and
lotions. Teuscher chocolates are considered by many to be the finest
in the world. Flown in fresh from Switzerland, Teuscher chocolates
have the best, natural ingredients. The house specialty -- a
champagne truffle with a cream center of Dom Perignon -- is a perfect
gift. For bookworms, pick up the latest best seller at Barnes &
Noble. The Greenhouse Spa offers treatments for men and women, as
well as gift certificates. It also makes gift baskets of products to
create the spa environment at home. The Greenhouse Spa has a complete
line of skincare products, candles and more. For the perfect
Valentine’s Day celebration at home, pick up a bottle of fine wine or
champagne at Beverage & more. It’s known to have California’s largest
selection of fine wine, beer, champagne and spirits. Build-a-Bear
Workshop also has numerous Valentine’s Day gift ideas that are
perfect for personalized gifts. New offerings include a white
Valentine bear with red heart accents on its paws, and Valentine
Pawlette and Bearemy, dressed in their finest attire for Valentine’s
Day.
GET SOME BONUS COOKIES
At Bloomingdale’s, spend $75 in the intimate apparel department
through Saturday and receive a red heart-shaped tin filled with
cookies from Mrs. Field’s. Bloomingdale’s is at Fashion Island in
Newport Beach. (949) 729-6775.
* BEST BUYS appears Mondays and Fridays. Send information to
Greer Wylder at greerwylder@yahoo.com; at 330 W. Bay St., Costa Mesa,
CA 92627; or by fax at (949) 646-4170.
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