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A Catalina Day Trip: Ocean Views, Island History, and Memorable Stops

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By Greer Wylder
May 21, 2025

We recently took a day trip to Catalina Island, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit. With sweeping ocean views, fascinating local history, and a true sense of escape just an hour from the mainland, this island getaway delivered from start to finish.Getting There: Catalina ExpressWe started the day with Catalina Express, departing from the Downtown Long Beach terminal. The ride to Avalon takes about an hour, and we upgraded to the Commodore Lounge—which was absolutely worth it. With priority check-in and boarding, roomy leather-trimmed seats, panoramic windows, and a complimentary beverage and snack, it was an easy…

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Pendry Newport Beach Kicks Off Summer with New Experiences

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By Greer Wylder
May 20, 2025

Pendry Newport Beach, located in the heart of Orange County’s coastal scene, is welcoming the season with a full lineup of new summer experiences—from private boat cruises and dive-in movie nights to exclusive shopping excursions, poolside pampering and more.Here’s a look at what’s happening this summer at Pendry Newport Beach:Summer HighlightsPersonal Shopper ExperienceIn partnership with nearby Fashion Island, enjoy a luxury shopping experience guided by your own personal shopper. Choose a curated boutique tour or a private session in a Fashion Island Style Suite, featuring top brands and exclusive finds.Harbor & Emerald Bay Boat CruisesSet sail aboard Pendry’s 34-foot Sea…

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Cinq à Sept Opens First California Boutique at Fashion Island

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By Greer Wylder
May 15, 2025

Cinq à Sept, the New York-based women’s ready-to-wear brand, has opened its first West Coast boutique at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. The 1,200-square-foot space marks the latest step in the brand’s retail expansion, following the debut of its SoHo flagship in 2023 and the opening at Aventura Mall in Miami in late 2024.Founded in 2016 by Jane Siskin and Jalal Elbasri, Cinq à Sept is known for modern classics that effortlessly transition from day to night. The brand’s collections are defined by expert tailoring, feminine silhouettes, and unexpected design details across suiting, cocktailwear, elevated denim, and separates. In 2024,…

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Meet Atome Bakery: Sourdough Without the Stress

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By Greer Wylder
May 14, 2025

A new name is rising in the world of artisan bread: Atome Bakery, a French-founded company reinventing how we bake at home. Now delivering to homes across 10 Western states, Atome offers slow-fermented, preservative-free sourdough baguette dough that goes from freezer to oven in just 30 minutes.Created by Alice and Lucas, two French expats who missed the daily ritual of high-quality bread, Atome was born from a simple need: fresh, artisanal sourdough without the time and hassle. They baked for months, refining a process that delivers organic, 3-day fermented dough in frozen boxes—allowing anyone to become their own home baker.Atome’s…

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Newport Beach TV Fest Launches June 5-8, 2025

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By Greer Wylder
May 14, 2025

The inaugural Newport Beach TV Fest, presented by the Newport Beach Film Festival, will take place June 5–8, 2025, at the historic Lido Theater. The four-day celebration of television will spotlight both rising and established stars through screenings, panel discussions and award presentations.Among this year’s featured events is the Breakout Award Panel, hosted in partnership with Gold Derby on Saturday, June 7. Honorees include Taylor Dearden (The Pitt), Patrick Schwarzenegger (The White Lotus), Brandon Sklenar (1923), Meg Stalter (Hacks), and Chase Sui Wonders (The Studio). The event will feature a panel moderated by Gold Derby Editor-in-Chief Debra Birnbaum.Additional honorees for…

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