Blog

Tour de Cure Surf 2 Summit OC
10.22.14
Be a part of the Stop Diabetes movement by taking part in the American Diabetes Association’s annual fund-raising cycling event, Orange County’s Tour de Cure Surf 2 Summit, on Saturday morning. The ride is ideal for any level from the occasional to the experienced cyclist. There are three road routes and two mountain courses to choose from. Each ride features rest stops with food, volunteers to cheer riders on, and bike mechanics to keep bike in good shape.
At the finish line, enjoy live entertainment, a vendor village with more than 20 booths, a silent auction, a kid’s bike rodeo, a dance contest led by the Angels Strike Force girls, and much more fun for the entire family. Lunch will be provided by BJs Restaurants.
6 a.m. Check-in/Registration
7:15 a.m. 1st ride begins
10 a.m. First rider expected to cross the finish line
Meet up at St. John’s Episcopal School 30382 Vía Con Dios, Rancho Santa Margarita.
For more info or to register, call 1.888.DIABETES or visit diabetes.org/surf2summit
Blog

West of West Wine Festival Orange County
10.17.14
Wine lovers can get in on the West of West Wine Festival Orange County presented by Orange Coast Magazine at the Grand Terrace at Honda Center on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Guests can samples wines from more than 30 West Sonoma Coast vintners and enjoy a day in the sun with friends.
Entertainment includes an exciting Sommelier Challenge between Orange County's top sommeliers, hosted by Next Vintage Wine Shop at Charlie Palmer; delicious gourmet tastings from Chef Jojo Doyle of Grand Terrace at Honda Center, Chef Saekyong Kim of Charlie Palmer, Chef David Shofner of Wineworks for Everyone, Chef Alex Dale from Sealegs Wine Bar, Chef Andrew Sutton from Carthay Circle, Chef Imran Ali from Tamarind of London and more restaurants,
Also enjoy specialty lounges by Sub-Zero Wolf and Celebrity Cruises; tastes and desserts by Bread Artisan Bakery, OC Donut Bar and Keurig; music and photo ops; and a lively Q&A session/live podcast with Orange Coast's resident wine bloggers, The Wine Dudes.
Tickets cost $175 or $200 for VIP early access which includes grand tasting tickets (includes reserve tasting preview hour from 10 to 11 a.m.)
All tickets include wine, tastings, entertainment, gift bag and parking.
There are also discounts for guests purchasing in pairs. Visit orangecoast.com/wowoc for more info.
Honda Center is at 2695 E. Katella Ave. in Anaheim.
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 08.05.25 – Puesto Unveils Flavor-Packed Summer Menu Across SoCal Locations
- 08.03.25 – One Night in Asia – An Immersive Culinary and Entertainment Experience
- 08.01.25 – MoonGoat Coffee Roasters Opens Fifth and Largest OC Location at Pacific Arts Plaza
- 08.01.25 – Fritz and Friends Set for One-Night Show in Orange County
- 07.29.25 – A Botanical Bug Spray That Smells Like Summer
- 07.27.25 – Hotel Maya Celebrates 50 Years as a Long Beach Icon
- 07.24.25 – darkroom Pop-Up: Spanish AF
- 07.16.25 – ABT’s ‘Giselle’ Returns to Segerstrom Center This Summer
- 07.16.25 – Hotel del Coronado Unveils Restored Victorian Building
- 07.07.25 – Bardega to Open in Laguna Hills with Bodega-Style Market and Custom Cocktails
- 07.04.25 – Fit Bodies by Amanda Marks 15th Anniversary With Pop-Up Celebration
- 07.04.25 – Puesto Debuts Protein-Packed Bowls and Summer Specials
- 06.29.25 – Celebrate the Fourth from Offshore 9’s Rooftop in Huntington Beach
- 06.27.25 – Luciana’s Ristorante in Dana Point Wins 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
- 06.24.25 – Luxury Designer Pop-Up in Tustin: Up to 90% Off Now Through June 29
- 06.24.25 – Where to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Orange County
- 06.23.25 – New Chapter for Sushi Ii: Acclaimed Chefs Join MICHELIN-Recognized Kitchen
- 06.18.25 – Tender Greens Unveils Seasonal Summer Menu Inspired by Local Harvests
- 06.17.25 – Strickland’s Ice Cream Marks One Year in Costa Mesa
- 06.15.25 – Catalina Museum for Art & History Presents Work by Sonia Romero
More Daily Doses
- 08.06.25 – ClubSport Aliso Viejo Debuts Recovery Upgrades and New Friends Membership
- 08.05.25 – A Taste of Japan in Irvine: Izakaya Osen
- 08.01.25 – Bubble Blast Brings Summer Fun to The District
- 07.24.25 – Stone Groove Stillhouse Brings World’s First Audio Distillery to Anaheim
- 07.24.25 – Exciting Additions at Anaheim Hills Festival: Egg Tuck, Story Bar + Kitchen, and More!
- 07.21.25 – Gala of the Stars Returns to the Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 07.17.25 – Beats & Brews: Outdoor Concert Series at The District at Tustin Legacy
- 07.12.25 – Studio Mediterranean Debuts at Montage Laguna Beach with Reimagined Coastal Dining Experience
- 07.12.25 – World Taste Returns to Anaheim Packing District July 16
- 07.11.25 – Pacific Waters Spa Introduces Innovative Wellness Therapies at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
- 07.11.25 – Chef Jason Yamaguchi Debuts Konpa Nikkei in Corona del Mar
- 06.30.25 – Sip Into Summer at The District Tustin’s Cocktail Tour
- 06.25.25 – Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Orange County
- 06.22.25 – Surf & Sand, Laguna Beach Unveils Property-wide Transformation
- 06.17.25 – RELISH Food, Wine and Spirits Experience Debuts in Newport Beach June 27-29
- 06.15.25 – Sweetgreen Welcomes 5th O.C. Restaurant To Laguna Niguel
- 06.15.25 – Casa de Onda Brings Modern Mexican Fusion and Coastal Cool to Triangle Square
- 06.10.25 – Step inside California Kinship at Langson IMCA
- 06.09.25 – E-Commerce Favorite Dressin Launches First OC Store
- 06.03.25 – Hilbert Museum and Pageant of the Masters Partner for 2025 Celebration of California Art