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VOX Kitchen Brings Modern Chifa Flavor to Aliso Viejo

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By Greer Wylder
August 30, 2026

Kei Concepts is opening a third VOX Kitchen location in Aliso Viejo on Wednesday, Sept. 2. The new restaurant brings the brand's Modern Chifa cuisine to South Orange County for the first time.VOX Kitchen opened in Fountain Valley in 2017 as one of Kei Concepts' first restaurants. It has since grown into one of the group's best-known names, with locations in Fountain Valley and South Coast Plaza. The concept is built on Chifa, the culinary tradition blending Chinese and Peruvian influences, with a menu known for bold flavor and multicultural roots.The 3,298-square-foot Aliso Viejo location will seat close to 80…

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Outpost Kitchen Refreshes Menu for National Better Breakfast Month

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By Greer Wylder
August 29, 2026

As National Better Breakfast Month arrives this September, there's no better time to embrace mindful morning meals with fresh, nourishing ingredients that set the tone for successful days.Outpost Kitchen in Costa Mesa makes celebrating National Better Breakfast Month effortless and enjoyable with a refreshed menu including new craft dishes made from organic, locally sourced ingredients.Known for its wholesome approach to breakfast, brunch and lunch, Outpost Kitchen serves flavorful meals that keep guests feeling their best long after the morning ends. Launching this week, the refreshed menu reflects the restaurant's ongoing pursuit of innovative, high-quality offerings inspired by Earth's best ingredients.A…

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Blind Boys of Alabama Bring Seven Decades of Gospel to Musco Center

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By Greer Wylder
August 29, 2026

Musco Center welcomes the Blind Boys of Alabama, living legends whose reputation is well earned. Rolling Stone has called them "gospel titans," and after more than 70 years together, that title still fits.The group performs Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.Few acts in American music can claim the honors the Blind Boys have collected: Lifetime Achievement Awards from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Recording Academy/GRAMMYs, induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and six GRAMMY Awards, most recently in 2024. What sets them apart, though, is how they've used that stature. Rather than stay within…

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Chef Turned Author Launches New Thriller Series

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By Greer Wylder
August 26, 2026

Thomas Curran is a friend of mine, and he's the kind of person who is always creative and always looking for a new challenge. He spent three decades as a chef before he decided to walk across the country. Ocean to ocean. 3,235 miles, 231 days, 12 states, all to raise money for the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation. That story is part of why I featured him in my book, "Born in OC: The Artists, Entrepreneurs, and Visionaries of Orange County, California."His new book, "Dime Store Hitman," comes out Aug. 31. It's the first in a planned trilogy, and the…

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Landers Supply House Celebrates Grand Opening at The LAB Anti-Mall

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By Greer Wylder
August 25, 2026

Landers Supply House, Orange County's go-to spot for vintage apparel, denim and cowboy boots, will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, Aug. 29, at The LAB Anti-Mall.After nearly 10 years in business, Landers is starting a new chapter with its move to The LAB, settling into part of the former Urban Outfitters space. Customers who spend $25 or more will receive a free Landers canvas tote bag filled with a hat, stickers and patches, while supplies last.Known for its thoughtfully curated mix of vintage goods and American heritage clothing and accessories, Landers offers workwear, western, collegiate, moto and military styles.…

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