European and Latino Showcase Films at NBFF

April 29, 2014

Tonight, the Newport Beach Film Festival continues with European Showcase films for Swedish, Italian, French, spotlight films, as well as a festive after party at Via Lido in Newport Beach for all.  The Swedish Spotlight features Waltz for Monica (Monica Z) tonight at 7:45 p.m. at the Big Newport Theater; Italian Spotlight, A Five Star Life tonight at 8 p.m. at the Big Newport Theater; and the French Spotlight, Attila Marcel at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Big Newport Theater. The after party at Via Lido Plaza will celebrate the best in European filmmaking, hosted by LA Confidential will feature…

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Run The OC!

April 28, 2014

The OC Marathon celebrates its 10th anniversary with an incredible scenic course starting at Fashion Island and ending at the OC Fair & Event Center on Sunday, May 4 (as well as OC Half Marathon, Wahoo’s OC 5k and Kids Run the OC). The course covers sections of Pacific Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar, Newport Bay and Back Bay, OC Performing Arts Center, South Coast Plaza, and the Santa Ana River. The 5K will start and finish in the OC Fair and Event Center, finishing near the marathon and half marathon finish line. Also, be sure to check out the…

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NBFF Spotlight Films and After Parties

April 25, 2014

With last night’s kick-off of the 15th annual Newport Beach Film Festival behind us, now you can get excited about six days of non-stop films, parties and events. Tonight, the Newport Beach Film Fest features six spotlight films, We’ll Never Have Paris, Break Point, Jadoo, Belle, God Help The Girl and The One I Love at the Regency Lido Theater, South Coast Village and The Triangle. Following the screenings, join the Friday Night Showcase party at Jaguar Land Rover Newport Beach. At the party, enjoy entertainment and hors d’oeuvres prepared by award-winning Newport Beach restaurants, plus a hosted bar by…

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Down Under Ribs

April 23, 2014

Fresh grilled Australian ribs are the trademark at Bondi Grill House opening its first U.S. location tomorrow at Bella Terra in Huntington Beach. Named after Australia’s famed surf spot where its Hurricane Grill sister restaurants are located, Bondi Grill House specializes in its signature Bondisaurus Pork Ribs, 3 lbs of free range, all natural, lean pork ribs basted in a house made, proprietary sauce and cooked at 825 degrees. Bondi  makes history as the first restaurant to serve these perfectly seared Australian ribs in North America. Bondi also offers flame-grilled steaks, chicken, burgers and more, served in generous portions with…

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Porsche Boxster Fangirl

April 22, 2014

When it comes to driving a sexy, quick and sophisticated Porsche Boxster everywhere we go, we’ve realized the car, albeit a luxury sports car, can make the mundane experience of driving a sheer thrill. From the moment you take a seat inside, you feel enveloped in luxury and comfort: There’s ample space for drivers and passengers, even extended legroom for taller drivers. Each side offers individual controls that are designed ergonomically and simple to use. In the same way that a luxury handbag designer, or the finest shoe designer feels and looks superior to its lesser counterpart, the Boxer elevates…

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