Sweetgreen is opening its second Irvine location on Tuesday, May 12, at University Center near UC Irvine. The mission-driven restaurant brand, known for its fresh salads, warm bowls and protein plates, will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in the 3,350-square-foot space.
Whether it is an elegant afternoon tea, a relaxed coastal brunch, or a comforting Southern meal, Orange County restaurants are planning thoughtful ways to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10.
La La Land Kind Cafe is opening a new location at Irvine Spectrum Center with a full day of grand opening specials on Saturday, May 2. From 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., guests can enjoy 50 percent off drinks and toast, along with gifts for the first 300 people in line while supplies last. For those who want an early visit, the soft opening runs through May 1 with 50 percent off all drinks when the La La Land app is downloaded and scanned at checkout.
J Ruby opened in February, marking the first retail space for designer Jessica Ruby, who has been creating and refining her work for years. The Laguna Beach studio, set in the historic St. Clair building, serves as both a boutique and the home of the South Laguna Art Project, where workshops and classes are offered regularly.
Alabaster International is making its Orange County debut with a community event on Thursday, May 15, 2026, at Deli Nerds in Costa Mesa. The nonprofit supports the health, nutrition and empowerment of indigenous women and families in East Africa and Sri Lanka, and this gathering offers a meaningful way for the local community to connect with its mission.
J Ruby opened in February, marking the first retail space for designer Jessica Ruby, who has been creating and refining her work for years. The Laguna Beach studio, set in the historic St. Clair building, serves as both a boutique and the home of the South Laguna Art Project, where workshops and classes are offered regularly.
After nearly four decades shaping Orange County’s dining scene, Zov’s opens its newest location today, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in San Clemente, bringing its signature blend of Mediterranean and California flavors to the coast. Founded by chef and restaurateur Zov Karamardian, the brand has built a loyal following over the years for its vibrant flavors and warm hospitality. That same spirit carries into the San Clemente space, which feels relaxed, welcoming, and right at home in the heart of downtown.
Surf & Sand Laguna Beach has partnered with OSEA to debut an exclusive OSEA Spa Suite at Aquaterra Spa, marking the first spa collaboration of its kind following the resort’s recent transformation. The experience is available as a limited three-month residency, introducing a fully branded treatment suite designed around OSEA’s core elements of Ocean, Sun, Earth and Atmosphere. At the center is the Dream Firming Massage, a restorative treatment focused on circulation, skin firming and deep relaxation using the brand’s seaweed-based formulations.
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