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Chef Charbel Hayek to Open ILYA in San Clemente

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By Greer Wylder
December 02, 2025

Acclaimed chef and restaurateur Charbel Hayek brings his signature Mediterranean artistry to San Clemente with the debut of ILYA on December 4, 2025. Hayek is known for his dynamic, modern approach to Mediterranean cuisine at Los Angeles favorites Ladyhawk and Laya, as well as his celebrated appearances on “Top Chef.” He blends the relaxed elegance of Orange County with the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean coast.Hayek has captivated diners through his charismatic creativity and deep culinary heritage. Ladyhawk was named Best New Restaurant by Los Angeles Magazine, securing his place among the region’s most exciting young chefs.With ILYA, Hayek continues…

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Family Holiday Celebration This Saturday at The District

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By Greer Wylder
December 01, 2025

The District at Tustin Legacy will host its Holiday Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 6, from noon to 2 p.m. inviting the community to enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly festivities. Guests can take photos with Santa and friends, take part in crafts, and visit face painters and balloon twisters.New this year, kids and families can hop aboard a magical Holiday Train ride through The Promenade and around the fountain. Cheerful holiday decor will fill the shopping center, and guests are encouraged to stay and shop for the season.The Promenade at The District at Tustin Legacy2437 Park Ave., Tustin.

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QUA Brings Contemporary Chinese Cuisine to Fountain Valley

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By Greer Wylder
November 27, 2025

Kei Concepts has opened its newest concept, QUA Contemporary Chinese Cuisine, in Fountain Valley. This distinctive restaurant stands apart in the Kei Concepts family. Chef and founder Viet Nguyen created QUA as a tribute to family, memory and the flavors that shaped his life.“For years, I created what people asked for,” says Nguyen. “This time, I’m sharing something from my own life. These are the dishes I grew up eating — meals shared with family, neighbors, and friends. The flavors that shaped me.”QUA honors Nguyen’s grandmother, Vũ Thị Lan, who raised ten children on her own after fleeing Northern Vietnam.…

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Holiday Packages to Help You Look and Feel Your Best

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By Greer Wylder
November 25, 2025

The holidays can be a whirlwind, and it is easy to feel run down during the busiest time of the year. Coastal Wellness MD is offering results driven holiday packages that help you look refreshed and feel your best through the season and well into the new year. These limited seasonal packages deliver real benefits and meaningful savings, whether you want to treat yourself or give someone special the gift of glowing, healthy skin.Call 949-520-6945 or book at coastalwellnessmd.comFounded by Dr. Mokhtare, Coastal Wellness MD brings a thoughtful, whole body approach to aesthetic and regenerative care. Her Corona del Mar…

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Winter Fest OC Returns November 28 With Expanded Experiences

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By Greer Wylder
November 23, 2025

Winter Fest OC, Southern California’s largest winter festival, returns to the OC Fair and Event Center on November 28 with expanded attractions, immersive experiences, and flexible ticketing options. Guests can experience the magic of the holiday season with dazzling lights, fresh snow, thrilling attractions, live entertainment, and festive activities for families, couples, and holiday lovers of all ages. Winter AttractionsExperience the thrills of winter with ice skating under the stars, tubing down the 150-foot Snowflake Summit ice slide, and playing in fresh snow with the expanded Snow Play zone. Snow Play now features more snow, more slides, and more interactive fun…

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