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Bluewater Grill Celebrates 30 Years With New Seafood Cookbook

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2026

Drawing on 30 years of creating original seafood and shellfish dishes, the founders of Bluewater Grill are releasing a new cookbook on April 28. The book features more than 100 recipes inspired by the freshest fish from coastal regions across the U.S., Europe and Australia.Flavors from the Shore: Nostalgic Seafood Recipes from Our Coasts & Waterways brings together many of the most popular chef-created lunch and dinner entrees from the Bluewater Grill menu, along with new dishes shaped by the travels and passion for the sea of co-founders Jimmy Ulcickas and Richard Staunton, who opened the first restaurant in 1996.The…

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SOMBR Brings Fall Arena Tour to Anaheim’s Honda Center in October

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By Greer Wylder
April 13, 2026

Fresh off a standout debut at Coachella, GRAMMY-nominated artist SOMBR has announced his fall North American headline run, You Are the Reason, with a highly anticipated stop in Anaheim.The 37-date tour includes an Orange County date on Oct. 9 at Honda Center, placing Anaheim front and center for local fans. Southern California shows also include Los Angeles and San Diego, but the Anaheim stop stands out as the only Orange County appearance on the tour.The tour will travel through major cities across North America, including a hometown show in New York City at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 23, along…

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A Film Festival Putting Neurodivergent Talent Front and Center

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By Greer Wylder
April 12, 2026

Blu Star Productions is launching the inaugural Blu Star Film Festival on Saturday, May 2 at The Frida Cinema, with in-person screenings scheduled from 3 to 11 p.m. The festival will also stream online, extending its reach well beyond the theater.The event features the work of eight Southern California production studios made up entirely of neurodivergent adults, many on the autism spectrum. These filmmakers are paid and credited for their work, but their films are often only seen within their own studio communities. This festival changes that, bringing their work to a broader audience in a shared, public setting.Founded by…

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Rove Costa Mesa Now Open With Fast Charging and Lounge

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By Greer Wylder
April 08, 2026

Rove Costa Mesa is now open, bringing a new approach to EV charging in Orange County.Located on Harbor Boulevard, the space combines 40 fast chargers with a thoughtfully designed lounge and ReCharge Market by Gelson’s. The goal is simple. Make the time spent charging easier and more comfortable.An opening rate of $0.44 per kWh is available for a limited time, making it a good moment to stop in and plug in.Inside, there is plenty of seating, free WiFi, and space to relax or catch up on work. The ReCharge Market offers coffee, baked goods, snacks, and grab-and-go meals, all curated…

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Spring Menu Arrives at The Park Club California

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By Greer Wylder
April 06, 2026

The Park Club California has introduced its spring menu, led by Chef Daniel Hohng, with a focus on seasonal ingredients and a sense of comfort that feels both refined and welcoming.With more than two decades of experience, including time working alongside Wolfgang Puck and Charlie Palmer, Chef Daniel brings a thoughtful, ingredient-driven approach to the menu, with an emphasis on local sourcing and clean, balanced flavors.At The Palm Bar, shareable plates set the tone for both meetings and casual gatherings, including the Segerstrom Ranch Lima Bean Hummus, Salmon Lox Pita and Shaking Beef with garlic noodles.Monet Restaurant offers a more…

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