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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Brunch, Flamenco, and Champagne at Café Sevilla

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By Greer Wylder
May 07, 2025

Celebrate Mom in style at Cafe Sevilla on Sunday, May 11. Enjoy brunch and bottomless mimosas from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with live Latin music, plus a complimentary glass of champagne for all moms. The regular dinner menu will also be available all day.Cafe Sevilla is also hosting two special ticketed shows on Mother’s Day.The Mother’s Day Flamenco and Champagne Brunch includes a two-part flamenco performance and a three-course Spanish brunch featuring avocado toast, Breakfast Meat Paella, and Basque cheesecake. All moms will receive a complimentary glass of champagne. Tickets are $85 per person. Doors open at noon, and…

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UCI Opera and Symphony Present Puccini’s Suor Angelica at Irvine Barclay Theatre

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By Greer Wylder
May 06, 2025

Experience the emotional power of Puccini’s Suor Angelica as UCI Opera and UCI Symphony bring a modern, staged production to the Irvine Barclay Theatre on Saturday, May 10, at 8 p.m.Set in a 17th-century Tuscan convent, Suor Angelica tells the heartbreaking story of Sister Angelica, a noble-born nun who has spent seven years behind convent walls after bearing an illegitimate child. When her steely aunt finally arrives with devastating news, the opera builds to one of Puccini’s most shattering revelations—culminating in a transcendent finale of tragedy and redemption. Through Puccini’s luminous score, this one-act masterpiece delivers a stirring tale of maternal love,…

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A Weekend Escape to Catalina Island Just Got Even Better

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By Greer Wylder
May 04, 2025

Just a short ferry ride from Orange County, Catalina Island makes the perfect weekend escape—with scenic views, laid-back charm, and now, even more to experience. Whether you're craving ocean breezes, outdoor adventures, or great food and drink, Catalina has something new (and nostalgic) in store.Catalina Horseback Adventures Are BackAfter a 17-year hiatus, horseback riding has returned to Catalina Island. Catalina Horseback Adventures now offers scenic rides for visitors and locals alike, ranging from 45 to 90 minutes. Riders can expect panoramic ocean views from clifftops, tranquil valleys, hillsides, and even the occasional sighting of deer or island foxes.The revival of…

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Hilton Anaheim Debuts Hansen’s Market

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By Greer Wylder
May 02, 2025

Hilton Anaheim, the largest hotel in Orange County, just unveiled Hansen’s Market—an elevated convenience store inspired by classic SoCal grocery charm. Named after Anaheim’s founding father, George Hansen, the new market offers fresh meals, artisan snacks, local wines, craft coffee, and more.Part of Hilton Anaheim’s ongoing renovation, Hansen’s Market is designed to enhance the guest experience for both business and leisure travelers with quality, locally sourced options from morning to night.Guests can also enjoy newly refreshed Theme Park-View rooms with modern comforts and resort views. The full-property renovation, including updated dining and event spaces, wraps in summer 2025.Hilton Anaheim777 W…

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Celebrate Mom at Casa Palmero, a Hidden Gem at Pebble Beach

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By Greer Wylder
May 01, 2025

With Mother’s Day around the corner, Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach offers a serene escape that’s all about wellness, relaxation, and five-star service—no golf clubs required.Tucked along the iconic 17-Mile Drive and steps from Carmel-by-the-Sea, Casa Palmero is a Mediterranean-style estate with just 24 rooms and suites, each featuring cozy fireplaces, deep soaking tubs, and private terraces that feel like your own sanctuary.Start the day with a treatment at the Forbes Five-Star Spa at Pebble Beach, sip fresh juice poolside, take a curated Lexus picnic along the coast, and unwind with a complimentary happy hour in the Living Room.Whether it’s…

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