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Luciana’s Ristorante in Dana Point Wins 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
06.27.25
Luciana’s Ristorante in Dana Point has once again earned Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for 2025, a prestigious honor recognizing the world’s top restaurants for wine.
The award celebrates Luciana’s commitment to pairing its elevated Italian cuisine with an exceptional, 300-bottle wine list that spans over 10 countries. Curated to complement the menu’s Northern Italian flavors—with modern touches by Michelin-trained Executive Chef Luis Sandoval—the list includes selections from esteemed producers and regions rarely found in local shops or everyday settings.
Presented annually by Wine Spectator, the Award of Excellence highlights restaurants with thoughtfully curated programs featuring at least 90 wines that align in quality, variety, and pricing with their cuisine. Luciana’s stands out with its global range, from approachable selections to collector-worthy finds.
Luciana’s Ristorante has been a landmark in Dana Point’s historic Lantern District since 1983, earning a loyal following for its welcoming atmosphere, refined Italian dishes, and award-winning hospitality.
Luciana’s Ristorante
24312 Del Prado Ave., Dana Point, CA
Mon–Thurs: 5–8:30 p.m. | Fri–Sat: 5–9:30 p.m. | Sun: 5–8:30 p.m.
lucianas.com | (949) 661-6500
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Luxury Designer Pop-Up in Tustin: Up to 90% Off Now Through June 29
06.24.25
The Luxury Designer Pop-Up Sale is happening now through June 29 at Alternative Retail in Tustin—offering major markdowns on more than 60,000 brand-new items across women’s, men’s and kids’ fashion.
Apparel is marked up to 90% off, with 85% off shoes, bags and accessories. Shoppers can expect inventory from top designers including Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent, Balmain, Chloé, Valentino, Jimmy Choo, Dolce&Gabbana, Brunello Cucinelli, Isabel Marant, Gucci, Fendi, Prada, and many more.
Event details:
WHEN: Now through June 29, open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
WHERE: 2227 Park Ave., Tustin, CA 92780
TICKETS: Free tickets are required for guests 15 and older. Each ticket allows for one hour of shopping. One ticket per customer only. Standby access is limited and not guaranteed.
Important Notes:
- No try-ons or changing rooms
- No bags or backpacks permitted
- Strollers allowed and subject to search
- Final sale only – no returns or exchanges
- Free parking available
- Touchless payments encouraged (no AMEX)
To shop, register for your free ticket at alternativeretail.com or sign up for text/email alerts for ticket releases.
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