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Highball and Naisho Omakase Debut in Costa Mesa With a First-of-Its-Kind Dual Concept

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By Greer Wylder
March 19, 2026

A new hospitality concept is set to debut in Costa Mesa on March 23, 2026, bringing a distinctly different experience to Orange County’s dining landscape. Highball, a Japanese-style cocktail bar rooted in precision and ritual, will open alongside Naisho Omakase, a hidden 14-seat sushi counter located just beyond a velvet curtain within the space.Together, the two concepts introduce a layered approach to dining, where the evening is designed to unfold from cocktails to omakase. While Orange County is home to notable sushi counters and craft cocktail bars, this is the first concept locally to present both experiences in tandem with…

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Bubblefest Returns to Discovery Cube Orange County for Its 30th Anniversary

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By Greer Wylder
March 16, 2026

One of Southern California’s favorite Spring Break traditions returns to Discovery Cube Orange County this season as Bubblefest celebrates its 30th anniversary. The popular family event runs on select dates through April 12.Bubblefest blends science, creativity and hands-on fun as families explore the fascinating world of bubbles through interactive exhibits and live performances. A highlight of the event is the Mega Bubblefest Laser Show, a 40-minute spectacle that combines bubble artistry with music and lighting.This year’s celebration also coincides with National Bubble Week, taking place March 15 through March 22.Bubblefest takes place Fridays through Mondays at Discovery Cube Orange County,…

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La La Land Kind Cafe Opens Its First Orange County Location

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By Greer Wylder
March 16, 2026

Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach has welcomed La La Land Kind Cafe, a coffee concept known for its mission of spreading kindness and mentoring foster youth. The cafe officially opened Saturday, March 14, marking the brand’s first location in Orange County.La La Land Kind Cafe offers specialty coffee, organic matcha and a menu of sweet treats in a bright, welcoming space designed to encourage connection and positivity. The company’s mission centers on normalizing kindness while providing job opportunities and mentorship for young people who have experienced foster care.Founded in 2019 by Francois Reihani, La La Land Kind Cafe has…

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A Newport Beach Landmark Turns 100: From The Arches to A Restaurant

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By Greer Wylder
March 10, 2026

In 2026, A Restaurant will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its iconic location along Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach. The milestone marks a century of hospitality, community and history at one of Newport Beach’s most recognizable dining destinations.For many locals, A Restaurant is more than historic. It is personal. I have been going there since I was a kid, and in high school my sister and I worked there as hostesses when it was still The Arches, my very first job. Years later it became the place where Paul and I celebrated our wedding reception. Like so many longtime…

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Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to the Beatles

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By Greer Wylder
March 10, 2026

Imagine hearing The Beatles performed live with a full symphony orchestra. Audiences will get that experience on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., when Classical Mystery Tour returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a special 30th anniversary concert.This milestone performance celebrates three decades since Classical Mystery Tour’s very first concert, presented at Segerstrom Center (then called Orange County Performing Arts Center) in 1996. For this anniversary event, the acclaimed Beatles tribute will be joined by a 30-piece orchestra comprised of Pacific Symphony musicians, bringing the beloved Beatles catalogue to life as it was originally recorded.Tickets range from…

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