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Europa Village Unveils Lucia at the Cave, a New Wine Cave Cocktail Lounge

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By Greer Wylder
August 20, 2026

Europa Village Wineries & Resort in Temecula Valley has opened Lucia at the Cave, a new cocktail bar and lounge tucked inside the resort's Vienza Cave. The concept is the newest addition to Europa Village's food and beverage lineup, bringing a polished cocktail destination to the winery's underground setting.Named for the Latin word for "light," Lucia balances elevated design with an inviting atmosphere. Custom furnishings, a central chandelier and a grand bar anchor the space, giving the subterranean cave a refined, moody feel suited to intimate dates or small gatherings. Guests can order specialty cocktails alongside Italian small plates.Standout cocktails…

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Mercado González Brings Mexican Marketplace Experience to La Habra

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By Greer Wylder
August 20, 2026

Northgate González Market is bringing its acclaimed Mercado González experience to La Habra, transforming one of the company's longest-standing neighborhood stores into a culinary and cultural destination inspired by the mercados found throughout Mexico.Building on the success of the flagship Mercado González in Costa Mesa, the reimagined La Habra location will blend the everyday convenience of grocery shopping with authentic Mexican food, artisan goods, live entertainment and gathering spaces that celebrate the richness of Mexican culture."For decades, our La Habra store has proudly served generations of families while supporting community partners like Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, The Gary Center,…

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Righteous Brothers to Headline Charity Concerts at Lido Theater

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By Greer Wylder
August 20, 2026

The Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley and Bucky Heard, will take the stage at the Lido Theater on Thursday, Sept. 10, and Friday, Sept. 11, for the inaugural Lido Legacy Live benefit concerts. Proceeds will support the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Scholarship Program and Friends of OASIS Senior Center in Newport Beach.Both nights begin at 6 p.m. with a reception along the Lido Walk, next to the theater at Via Lido Plaza. The Cannery, Lido House, Byblos Mediterranean Grill and ZPizza will provide light bites, and The Cannery will handle cocktails. A live auction will offer a meet and greet with…

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Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts

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By Greer Wylder
August 17, 2026

Segerstrom Center for the Arts and Disney Theatrical Group, led by Andrew Flatt and Anne Quart, are teaming up to bring Disney's Beauty and the Beast to Costa Mesa, marking the first North American tour of the musical presented by Disney in more than 25 years.The beloved Broadway musical opens Sept. 22 for a three-week run through Oct. 11, 2026.A quick reminder for ticket buyers: Segerstrom Center for the Arts is the only official retail outlet for tickets to its performances. If you buy from a broker or third party, the center cannot reprint or replace lost or stolen tickets,…

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Habana Turns the Lights Down for Weekly Candlelight Dinners

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By Greer Wylder
August 17, 2026

Wednesday nights just got warmer at Habana at The LAB Anti-Mall in Costa Mesa. The Cuban restaurant has launched La Candela, a candlelight dinner series held every Wednesday starting at 4 p.m., exclusively at the Costa Mesa location.More than 600 candles set the scene throughout the dining room and garden patio, creating a glowing backdrop for a date night or a relaxed dinner with friends. La Candela features Habana's full regular menu alongside a handful of special dishes, including stuffed tostones filled with ropa vieja, roasted pork and shrimp for $18; sea bass a la plancha, pan-seared and served with…

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