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Sweetgreen Welcomes 5th O.C. Restaurant To Laguna Niguel

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By Greer Wylder
June 15, 2025

Expanding its Orange County presence, Sweetgreen is set to open its 5th location in the region tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17, at Laguna Niguel’s Plaza de la Paz center (27221 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677). O.C. diners are invited to indulge in the restaurant’s menu of thoughtfully sourced, scratch-made meals, and enjoy complimentary activations with local partners. Sweetgreen will also match every meal sold with a donated meal to Laguna Food Pantry to nourish people in Laguna Beach experiencing food insecurity.Sweetgreen’s opening in Laguna Niguel comes on the heels of introducing its limited-time KBBQ menu. Made in collaboration with COTE Korean Steakhouse, the menu showcases…

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Casa de Onda Brings Modern Mexican Fusion and Coastal Cool to Triangle Square

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By Greer Wylder
June 15, 2025

Now open at Triangle Square in Costa Mesa, Casa de Onda is a sophisticated new destination for Mexican American fusion, coastal-inspired cocktails, and al fresco dining under the stars. Translating to “house of vibes,” the restaurant debuted Saturday, June 21, with nightly dinner service and a live DJ starting at 8 p.m.Designed with a Tulum-inspired aesthetic, Casa de Onda features one of the largest patios in Orange County, with palapas, firepits, and lush greenery. The indoor space is modern and serene, with a palette of soft grays, white, and black, accented by limewash finishes and atmospheric lighting in seafoam blues…

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Step inside California Kinship at Langson IMCA

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By Greer Wylder
June 10, 2025

Visitors to Langson IMCA are encouraged to slow down, embrace the experience, and make space for a sense of awe and inspiration.On view through Aug. 30, California Kinship: Painting Homelife in the Golden State Before 1940 invites guests into the private worlds of early 20th-century Californians. Curated by Langson IMCA Assistant Curator Michaëla Mohrmann, Ph.D., the exhibition features portraits and scenes of everyday life—capturing moments of intimacy, care, and connection at home. Many of the works on view are drawn from the museum’s Buck Collection.Visitors of all ages can also enjoy the new Reading Lounge, In Focus gallery, and ongoing…

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E-Commerce Favorite Dressin Launches First OC Store

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By Greer Wylder
June 09, 2025

Dressin, the online fashion brand known for its trend-forward collections and accessible prices, has officially arrived in Orange County. The fast-growing label opened the doors to its first physical storefront last week in Fullerton.Located at 2450 E. Chapman Ave., the 13,750-square-foot space marks an exciting new chapter for Dressin, which built its following online by offering wholesale pricing direct to consumers. The brand now brings that same savvy shopping experience to local customers, offering a new way to explore its fashion-forward collections in person.“We’ve always believed fashion should be fun, affordable, and accessible, and now we get to bring that…

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Hilbert Museum and Pageant of the Masters Partner for 2025 Celebration of California Art

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By Greer Wylder
June 03, 2025

The Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University and the Festival of Arts’ Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach are joining forces in a 2025 collaboration that highlights California’s rich artistic legacy. The partnership honors the influence and scope of California art and celebrates the institutions that preserve and promote it.The initiative includes specially priced Pageant tickets for Hilbert Museum followers, a joint panel discussion on June 4, a dedicated “Hilbert Night” at the Pageant on July 9, and coordinated social media and PR campaigns showcasing both organizations.This alliance was sparked by the Pageant’s 2025 theme, “Gold Coast:…

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