Taste the Undead at Zombie Donuts

Our goal with this blog is to find the most awesome hidden gems in the city of Fullerton. We know you live busy lives and might not look up all the cool things taking place near your apartment, so our job is to find them for you. This week we found an amazing little donut shop that’s been turning heads over the last year or so. Zombie Donuts on Chapman Ave has turned into the trendy donut shop for people looking for a little flair with their sweet treats.

The owners (a mom and daughter team) are huge fans of the AMC hit show “The Walking Dead” and decided to incorporate their love of the undead into their donut making skills. The shop has all the traditional treats you’d find at a donut shop but with an added design twist–everything is horror related. So the next time you need something tasty and scary, stop by this awesome shop and have a zombie donut–they are to die for! You can check out Zombie Donut’s website and social media pages at the link provided.

 

Zombee Donuts
802 E Chapman Ave
Fullerton, CA 92831
714.879.1078 | www.zombeedonuts.com

Visit the Winter Market This Weekend in Fullerton

The annual winter market in Fullerton may be the best free way to enjoy the holidays and get a picture with Santa himself during the Christmas. Stop by and participate in the fun by meeting Santa, eating something tasty, and grabbing a few holiday gifts while you are at it. And if you need to unwind a little, you can also enjoy the beer and wine garden (we’re sold!).

The market will also include free face painting and a bounce house for the little ones. Patrons can also give back with the “Spark of Love” toy drive hosted by the Fullerton Firefighters. The event is always free and open to the public and continues to be an excellent way to get into the holiday spirit.

Market goers can park in any of the downtown structures. Have fun and we hope you stop by this amazing event in your city. http://www.orangecounty.net/html/Weekend_winter.html#anaheim

Downtown Fullerton

Winter Market
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Beginning at 12 p.m

Fullerton Food: Holiday Side Dish Recipe

Making tasty and interesting side dishes might be the most difficult part of Thanksgiving. The turkey is the easy part (just toss it in the oven and wait a few hours), because everyone loves turkey. The sides, however, can be controversial because most people have eclectic and specific taste. If you are looking to make something yummy and new, try this Food Network roasted brussels sprouts recipe.

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
3 carrots cut into 1 1/2-inch circles
1 1/2 cups Brussels sprouts cut in half
4 cups of red potatoes cut into thick slices
3 parsnips cut into 1 1/2-inch slices
1 cup sweet potatoes cut into 1 1/2-inch  slices
1 tablespoon of dried oregano
1 tablespoon of dried rosemary
1 teaspoon of dried thyme
1 teaspoon of dried basil
1/4 teaspoon of sea salt
1 teaspoon of ground black pepper

Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees F, then grease a sheet pan with olive oil. Add veggies to the pan, then mix in the dried herbs and seasonings. Toss the mix until everything is coated evenly. Set the pan in the middle of the oven and cook for 35 ish minutes or until the veggies are crispy.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/roasted-potatoes-carrots-parsnips-and-brussels-sprouts-recipe2.html?oc=linkback

Fullerton Nightlife: Best 24-Hour Restaurants

Fullerton isn’t necessarily the city that never sleeps, but it does have a number of 24-hour restaurants for those late birds looking to get a meal at three in the morning. Two of the three locations on this list are Mexican joints, but aren’t tacos in the wee hours of the morning the perfect late night food?

Let’s take a quick look at the three locations. Each spot is tasty and has the Yelp reviews to provide it. Check out the links provided to get more information and a sneak peek at the menu options, but we always recommend a wet burrito no matter what time of day it may be. Enjoy and don’t stay up too late. You need your beauty sleep.

Taqueria De Anda

308 W Valencia Dr
Fullerton, CA 92832
Phone number (714) 871-4211

Molca Salsa

115 Imperial Hwy
Fullerton, CA 92835
Phone number (714) 870-8936

Salt & Pepper

1849 W Orangethorpe Ave
Fullerton, CA 92833
Phone number (714) 871-8650

How To Stay Healthy This Holiday Season

Staying healthy this holiday season is one of those first world problems we all face at the end of the year. With Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and various holiday parties taking place over the next two months most people’s eating will get thrown out the window. However, if you make a few simple adjustments so you can avoid those extra holiday.

 

Water: water is the key to staying healthy any time of the year, so stop with the sodas and juices and stick to water. But if you must have other drinks, try drinking two 8 ounce glasses before any meal to help curb your appetite.

 

Walk: this one is simple and something everyone knows–exercising can help you lose weight. However, most of us aren’t going to exercise after every meal, so try going for a quick walk around your block after a large dinner.

 

Meats and Veggies: meats and veggies are the healthiest options you can choose at dinner. It’s the carbs that add on the extra weight. So go light on the mashed potatoes and rice and stick to the veggies.

November Events At Fullerton College

The end of the year is a busy time with holiday events taking place nearly every week. We just finished Halloween, but now its time to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years (with a little Black Friday action thrown in the mix).  However, if you are still looking for a few awesome November events to partake in, Fullerton College is your go-to location. The fine arts department will be hosting various musical programs over the next few weeks beginning with the Big Band and J Train event on Tuesday, November 8th.

 

The department will also host a combo music night with various performers and bands getting in on the action. If you know any music lovers make sure they attend this wonderful event. Click the link provided to get a full schedule of events, prices, and to purchase tickets. We hope you have an amazing November full of fun and happiness.

Big Band and J Train
Directed by Jamie Shew and Bruce Babad
Tuesday, November 08, 2016

 

Combo Night
Directed by Mike Scott, Dr. Joe Jewell, and Bruce Babad
Thursday, November 10, 2016

 

Applied Voice Recital
directed by Katharin Rundus
Sunday, November 13, 2016

 

Mens and Womens Chorale
Directed by Nicola Bertoni
Wednesday, November 16, 2016

http://fcfinearts.fullcoll.edu/events.asp

Take A Haunting Walking Tour in Fullerton

If you are looking to get spooked this Halloween, the Fullerton Museum Center’s “Haunted Fullerton Walking Tours” may just scare the socks off of you. The event is returning for its 16th straight year and features tours given on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m from now until Nov. 5 (so there is still time to get spooked). On Halloween, the Museum will offer a special tour with an extra bit of scariness. The tours tend to be quite popular and do book up quickly (particularly the actually Halloween tour).  If you plan to have some Halloween fun, be sure to book your tours now.

 

These events can be quite scary and they are not recommended for any young children under the age of 13 (and even then, it might be too much). Have a safe and fun Halloween, and be sure to avoid any ghosts on the tour. Here is some more info on the event and a link to purchase tickets.

Wednesday, October 26, 2016: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Phone: (714) 738-6545

https://www.planadayout.com/Activity/Fullerton-Downtown-Plaza/Haunted-Fullerton-Walking-Tours-8795

Simple Tips For Having A Safe Halloween in Fullerton

If you have children, then you already know Halloween safety and care are the most important things about the holiday. If you don’t have children, putting some thought into the topic will help parents around your neighborhood sleep easy this holiday. Here are a few ideas for creating a safe environment around your apartment.

 

Guard your pets: pets can scare easily with all the commotion of people knocking at your door. If you have a dog or cat, keep them in another room and away from the trick-or-treaters. You wouldn’t want a dog running up and biting a child.

 

Watch the candles: instead of using candles in your jack-o-lanterns and risking a fire hazard, use apartment safe LED lights instead. The small piece of lighting can be purchased at any .99 Cents store and they continue to be a safe alternative to actual candles.

 

Give safe candy: when you are purchasing your candy, keep safety in mind. Some kids have peanut allergies, while younger children might not be able to chew hard candy. Go with something children of all ages can enjoy.

 

Get Your Free Admission Into the Downtown Fullerton Museum

Now that fall is in full swing, finding fun activities can be difficult. However, if you love Museums, the Fullerton Museum will be offering free admission throughout the month of October. The Museum will host a market area with a beer garden and various food and craft vendors. All proceeds from the beer and wine garden will be used to fund the Museum’s exhibits and various educational programs.

 

If you are looking to give back this fall, will also enjoying a nice beer or glass of wine, the Fullerton Museum market is the place to be in October. The festivities take place on Thursday from 4pm to 8pm. Here is a link to find out more info about the event: http://www.cityoffullerton.com/resident/community_events/fullerton_market.asp. Have fun and enjoy the month of October.

Fullerton Living: Pumpkin Carving Tips

Halloween is almost here, which means two things: pumpkins and candy. If you are planning to decorate this year, you’ll need a scary pumpkin. Here are a few tips for carving them.

 

Spray water: once you cut the pumpkin, it begins to die. So keep a spray bottle handy and keep the pumpkin wet as often as possible.

 

Get a template: there is nothing wrong with getting a little design help–not all of us are artists. So grab a template from Google and make something great.

 

Refrigerate it: a carved pumpkin will only last 10 days or so. But if you are looking to add a few days to it’s shelf life, cover it in plastic wrap and keep it in the fridge for eight hours right after you are done carving. The cold will keep it alive longer.