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Sour Fest ‘24 at Lido Bottle Works | November 6-13, 2024

11.04.24

Celebrate the return of Sour Fest at Lido Bottle Works, where American sour beers take center stage! Running from November 6th to 13th, from 4 p.m. until close each night, this festival showcases a curated selection of sour brews crafted by some of the top breweries.

Featured breweries include:

For sour lovers, beer flights and 4-pack to-go deals are available, featuring an exciting lineup of cans from breweries like Bottle Logic, Bruery Terreux, Almanac, and Barrel & Stave.

Special Bites for the Occasion Executive Chef Joel Gutierrez has prepared a unique dish just for Sour Fest: Confit Duck Leg Croquettes, specially paired to complement the sour flavors.

New Fall Menu Lido Bottle Works is also rolling out a seasonal menu that brings creative flavors to life with locally sourced ingredients. Highlights include:

Weekend Brunch is also available, featuring dishes like Bread Pudding French Toast with seasonal compote and the LBW Breakfast Burrito with carnitas.

Location & Hours 3408 Via Oporto, Suite 103, Newport Beach, CA. Open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. For inquiries, call (949) 529-2784.

Don't miss this week-long celebration of American sour beers paired with seasonal culinary creations in the heart of Newport Beach!

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Sixth Annual Coast Film & Music Festival November 9-17

11.04.24

The Coast Film & Music Festival (CFMF) has announced its 2024 lineup, featuring 15 feature films and 53 shorts, categorized thematically. The festival will run from November 9 to 17 across four venues in Laguna Beach: Rivian South Coast Theater, Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters, Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center, and Hobie Surf Shop Laguna Beach. 

Opening Night will present "Porcelain War," an award-winning documentary by Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev, accompanied by a live performance from Ukrainian pianist Leyena Antonyicq. The film explores the experiences of Ukrainian artists who remain in their homeland amidst conflict, balancing their roles as artists and soldiers. 

The festival will conclude with two films: "Falling into Place: The Kai Jones Story" by Todd Jones, which follows a young skiing prodigy's journey from viral fame to overcoming a significant injury, and "Champions of the Golden Valley" by Ben Sturgulewski, documenting young Afghan skiers uniting through sport in Bamyan. 

Additional feature films include:

The short films are organized into four thematic blocks:

  1. Our Lands: Showcasing diverse landscapes and land conservation challenges.
  2. Our Oceans: Highlighting the beauty and importance of the world's oceans.
  3. Every Day Wonders: Celebrating the magic in daily life.
  4. Healed by Nature: Featuring stories of individuals transformed by their connection with nature.

The festival also includes the Coast Student Filmmaker program on November 16, showcasing works from students in grades 6-12. CFMF is committed to nurturing the next generation of filmmakers and will award a scholarship to a graduating Laguna Beach High School student pursuing film studies. 

Other highlights include:

CFMF will present eight awards, including the Coast Film Foundation MacGillivray Freeman Environmental Filmmaker of the Year, which comes with a $3,000 cash prize. 

For more information and ticketing options, visit the official festival website, Coast Film Festival

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