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New at South Coast Plaza: Hoka

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By Greer Wylder
March 01, 2023

Sneaker enthusiasts will love the new Hoka boutique that just opened at South Coast Plaza. It’s known for max cushioning paired with a magically lightweight feel – popular styles include the Clifton and the Bondi. Conceived by three French adventure athletes in 2009, the highly engineered sneaks with a massively thick midsole helped to usher in the craze for thick kicks. They were originally conceived as trail running shoes that could withstand the unforgiving, steep terrain of European mountain races. But during development, the trio quickly saw how perfect their prototype was for running. Maximum cushion but is surprisingly lightweight. The brand…

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New at South Coast Plaza: Reformation

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By Greer Wylder
February 26, 2023

Reformation, the source for flirty, feminine model-off-duty pieces that twentysomethings adore and make fortysomethings feel like they’re 20 again just opened at South Coast Plaza.Reformation was born when former model Yael Aflalo started customizing vintage dresses and selling them out of an L.A. storefront back in 2009. The designs took off. By 2013, she opened her own factory in L.A. and started selling her designs online with big sustainability goals in mind. By 2015, the label had declared itself carbon neutral. Reformation publishes quarterly sustainability reports and uses everything from its own materials to deadstock fabric and repurposed vintage clothing. The company slogan: “Being…

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Girls Inc. Gift Card Drive

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By Greer Wylder
February 26, 2023

Do you have any leftover gift cards from the holidays? Donate to Girls Inc. Orange County Gift Card drive! This year they are collecting gift cards to support their college shower basket drive. They want to ensure that every girl has all the necessary tools to be successful in their college-going journey. You can help them reach their goal of filling 170 baskets with $500 per girl.They will be accepting gift cards through April 3rd.For any questions please contact Carolina Ramirez at CRamirez@girlsinc-oc.org

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Glasspar in Dana Point Debuts Artfully Plated Menu Highlighting Seasonal Seafood

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By Greer Wylder
February 22, 2023

On the heels of Glasspar’s third anniversary, Chef-Owner Rob Wilson debuts a new dinner menu highlighting seasonal seafood and brought to life with bold ingredients that boast the bounty of coastal California. The new menu features starters including a refreshing Salmon Tartare with cucumber, pickled ginger, and scallions dressed in yuzu and soy truffle vinaigrette topped with squid ink tuille and wasabi caviar; and its signature Charred Spanish Octopus with pickled yellow pole beans, duck fat roasted potatoes, and cracked Mediterranean olives plated alongside saffron aioli and piquillo romesco. Hearty salads like the Duck Confit and Butter Lettuce salad showcase Wilson’s finesse in traditional French…

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Beyond Blindness Annual Vision Beyond Sight 2023 Gala!

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By Greer Wylder
February 22, 2023

Join Beyond Blindness on Saturday, March 11th at the Marconi Automotive Museum in Tustin for the Vision Beyond Sight Gala -- a truly unforgettable evening to raise funds for the nonprofit's innovative programs that build bright futures for Orange County children with visual impairments and other disabilities, and their families. Held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the evening will include an incredible performance from Emmy-nominated actor, singer, entertainer, and author Tom Sullivan (who himself is blind), as well as a unique dining in-the-dark experience, wine tasting, memorable keynote speakers, and much more.Tickets for the gala are on sale until February…

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