Mothers Day Brunch

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The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove provides ocean front dining in the Historic District of the Crystal Cove State Park with breath taking views of the Newport Coastline and Catalina Island. 

Treat the Mom’s in your life to a delicious brunch! They have delicious bloody marys with all the fixings, don’t forget to try their beignets!

Lent | Triduum | Easter

Lent is a Christian observance that is widely celebrated in various denominations of Christianity. It is a period of 40 days (excluding Sundays) that begins on Ash Wednesday and concludes on Holy Saturday, just before Easter Sunday. Lent is a time of reflection, penance, fasting, and prayer, commemorating the 40 days that Jesus spent fasting in the desert.

The main purpose of Lent is to prepare Christians for the celebration of Easter, which commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. During Lent, believers often engage in self-examination, repentance, and spiritual disciplines as a way of drawing closer to God.

The origin of Lent can be traced back to the early Christian church, where it developed as a period of intense preparation for baptism, which traditionally took place on Easter. Over time, Lent evolved to become a broader season of spiritual preparation for all Christians.

While Lent is predominantly observed in Christian traditions, not all denominations or countries celebrate it in the same way. Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and many Protestant denominations, including Anglicans and Lutherans, typically observe Lent. However, the extent of observance and specific practices may vary.

Lent is not considered a celebration in the conventional sense, as it involves a more solemn and reflective tone. It is often described as a time of mourning, penance, and self-denial. The purpose is to journey with Jesus through his suffering and sacrifice leading up to the joyous celebration of Easter.

The practice of Lent is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible, but the concept of fasting and self-examination is rooted in biblical principles. The 40-day duration of Lent is symbolic and is associated with various biblical events, such as Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the wilderness.

Not all religions embrace Lent, as it is primarily a Christian observance. Other religious traditions may have their own periods of fasting or spiritual preparation, but these are distinct from the Christian observance of Lent.

During Lent, people often engage in various practices and observances as part of their spiritual preparation. Some common activities during Lent include:

  1. Fasting: Many individuals choose to abstain from certain foods, meals, or types of entertainment as a form of self-discipline and spiritual focus. The fasting may involve giving up specific luxuries or indulgences.
  2. Prayer: Lent is a time for increased prayer and reflection. Some people participate in daily prayer, attend additional church services, or focus on specific spiritual practices to deepen their connection with God.
  3. Almsgiving: Acts of charity and generosity are emphasized during Lent. People may contribute to charitable causes, volunteer their time, or engage in acts of kindness as a way of expressing compassion and solidarity with those in need.
  4. Repentance: Lent is a season of repentance, and individuals may take time for self-examination, confessing sins, and seeking reconciliation with God and others.
  5. Spiritual Reading: Some people use Lent as an opportunity for spiritual growth through reading religious texts, devotional books, or engaging in Bible study.
  6. Attend Church Services: Many Christian denominations hold special church services during Lent, such as Stations of the Cross, midweek worship, or additional prayer services.

Regarding the 40 days of Lent, the calculation excludes Sundays because Sundays are considered a celebration of the resurrection, and they are not counted as part of the penitential period. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, and Easter Sunday is the culmination. While the time span between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday is technically more than 40 days, Sundays are not included in the count.

The 40-day duration is symbolic and represents the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It also mirrors other significant biblical periods, such as the 40 years of Israelites’ wandering in the wilderness and the 40 days of rain during Noah’s flood. The focus is on a period of spiritual discipline and preparation leading up to the celebration of Easter, which is the central event in the Christian calendar.

The Triduum, also known as the Holy Triduum or Paschal Triduum, refers to the three days of liturgical celebration that commemorate the central events of the Christian faith: the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Triduum begins on the evening of Holy Thursday and concludes on the evening of Easter Sunday. The three days are:

  1. Holy Thursday: This day commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples, where the institution of the Eucharist (Holy Communion) took place. It also includes the washing of the feet, symbolizing humility and service. Holy Thursday marks the beginning of the Easter Triduum.
  2. Good Friday: This day solemnly commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus on the Cross. Many Christians participate in services that reflect on the passion and sacrifice of Christ, often including the Veneration of the Cross and Stations of the Cross.
  3. Holy Saturday: This day is a time of waiting and anticipation. It is a day of reflection on Jesus’ descent into the realm of the dead before his resurrection. The Easter Vigil, which takes place on Holy Saturday night, is a significant part of the celebration, featuring the lighting of the Paschal candle and the proclamation of the Resurrection.

The Easter Vigil, which typically begins after sunset on Holy Saturday, is considered the high point of the Triduum. It includes the celebration of the Resurrection, and as a result, Easter Sunday follows immediately.

Lent officially ends on Holy Saturday at sundown, as the Easter Vigil marks the beginning of the celebration of Easter. Lent is a period of preparation and repentance, leading up to the joyous celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday.

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6. Maido [Lima, Peru]
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20. Quique Dacosta [Denia, Spain]
21. Den [Tokyo, Japan]
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23. Kol [London, UK]
24. Septime [Paris, France]
25. Belcanto [Lisbon, Portugal]
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27. Florilège [Tokyo, Japan]
28. Kjolle [Lima, Peru]—NEW ENTRY
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31. Mugaritz [San Sebastian, Spain]
32. Hiša Franko [Kobarid, Slovenia]
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35. Ikoyi [London, England]
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37. Sézanne [Tokyo, Japan]—NEW ENTRY
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41. Le Calandre [Rubano, Italy]
42. Piazza Duomo [Alba, Italy]
43. Leo [Bogotá, Colombia]
44. Le Bernardin [New York City, USA]
45. Nobelhart & Schmutzig [Berlin, Germany]
46. Orfali Bros. Bistro [Dubai, UAE]
47. Mayta [Lima, Peru]
48. La Grenouillère [La Madelaine-sous-Montreuil, France]
49. Rosetta [Mexico City, Mexico]
50. The Chairman [Hong Kong, China]
51. Narisawa [Tokyo, Japan]
52. Hof Van Cleve [Kruishoutem, Belgium]
53. Brat [London, United Kingdom]
54. Alcalde [Guadalajara, Mexico]
55. Ernst [Berlin, Germany]
56. Sorn [Bangkok, Thailand]
57. Jordnær [Copenhagen, Denmark]
58. Lasai [Rio de Janeiro, Brazil]
59. Mérito [Lima, Peru]
60. La Cime [Osaka, Japan]
61. Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare [New York, United States]
62. Arpège [Paris, France]
63. Neolokal [Istanbul, Turkey]
64. Aponiente [El Puerto de Santa María, Spain]
65. Burnt Ends [Singapore, Singapore]
66. Turk Fatih Tutak [Istanbul, Turkey]
67. Le Clarence [Paris, France]
68. SingleThread [Healdsburg, United States]
69. Zén [Singapore, Singapore]
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73. Cosme [New York, United States]
74. Nusara [Bangkok, Thailand]
75. Fyn [Cape Town, South Africa]
76. Oteque [Rio de Janeiro, Brazil]
77. Tantris [Munich, Germany]
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80. Flocons de Sel [Megève, France]
81. Azurmendi [Larrabetzu, Spain]
82. Enigma [Barcelona, Spain]
83. Sazenka [Tokyo, Japan]
84. Meta [Singapore, Singapore]
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87. Ossiano [Dubai, United Arab Emirates]
88. Potong [Bangkok, Thailand]
89. Mingles [Seoul, South Korea]
90. Wing [Hong Kong, China]
91. Kadeau [Copenhagen, Denmark]
92. Neighborhood [Hong Kong, China]
93. Kei [Paris, France]
94. La Colombe [Cape Town, South Africa]
95. Ceto [Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France]
96. Ricard Camarena Restaurant [Valencia, Spain]
97. Labyrinth [Singapore, Singapore]
98. Saison [San Francisco, United States]
99. Fu He Hui [Shanghai, China]
100. Maito [Panama City, Panama]

information is a copy/paste shared from Open Table