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Buona Forchetta Opens Its Newest Location in Newport Beach

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By Greer Wylder
October 25, 2024

Buona Forchetta has proudly opened its seventh location in Peninsula Village of Newport Beach, offering a delightful blend of authentic Italian cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere. Renowned for its hand-crafted pizzas made in traditional wood-fired ovens and the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients, this new spot continues the Buona Forchetta tradition of genuine Italian dining. Guests can look forward to a great experience, with every dish made from traditional recipes, including house-made pasta and artisanal pizza that bring a taste of Italy.This location is situated in the waterfront plaza, in the same building as Shorebird Restaurant, and promises award-winning Neapolitan-style pizzas…

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The Boo-Bash Family Celebration at the District at Tustin Legacy

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By Greer Wylder
October 24, 2024

Families can celebrate the spooky season with a FREE afternoon of family activities, kid’s crafts, live DJ, and photos with Hello-Kitty Pumpkin at the District at Tustin Legacy!The Boo-Bash Celebration includes a creepy Halloween Photo backdrop, perfect to capture your scariest pose, now through October 31st, as well as a Boo-Bash Family Event on Saturday, October 26 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Both are located in The Promenade outside of Spirit Halloween. Families can enjoy a character meet and greet with the Hello Kitty pumpkin, Live DJ, kids crafts, family activities, and more. This event is perfect for all ages looking…

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Story Kitchen + Bar Brings a Unique Narrative to Anaheim Hills

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By Greer Wylder
October 23, 2024

Restaurateurs Cynthia Vigil and Chad Reinhardt, known for their Benny & Mary’s concept in Irvine, have unveiled Story Kitchen + Bar at Anaheim Hills Festival. This latest venture invites diners to embark on their own culinary adventure, designed to be a full-sensory experience."The community's response to Benny & Mary’s shows that Orange County is ready for the kind of adventurous dining experience we aim to offer," says Vigil, who co-owns seven OC restaurants, including Toast Kitchen & Bar and Julep Cast Iron Kitchen & Drink. "We’re confident that our latest concept, a neighborhood spot with energy, style, and sophistication, will…

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Newport Beach Film Festival’s Closing Night Centerpiece: ‘Music by John Williams’

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By Greer Wylder
October 21, 2024

On Thursday, October 24, the Newport Beach Film Festival will present the closing night screening of Music by John Williams as its Centerpiece Documentary, starting at 8:15 p.m. at Big Newport 5.In attendance will be producer Frank Marshall, who will be honored with the Festival’s Arts Champion Award, and director Laurent Bouzereau, who will receive the Artist of Distinction Award for Outstanding Achievement in Documentary Filmmaking.Celebrating its 25th year, the Newport Beach Film Festival runs from October 17-24, 2024. Music by John Williams offers an in-depth look at the career of legendary composer John Williams, 92, whose music has defined…

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Renovated Lido Theater to Host Newport Beach Film Festival, October 18-24

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By Greer Wylder
October 16, 2024

For the first time in five years, the historic Lido Theater, recently renovated to preserve its Art Deco charm while adding modern features, will be a key venue for the 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival (NBFF). Now celebrating its 25th year, the festival runs from October 17-24, 2024, and will showcase over 350 films from more than 50 countries. Select screenings will take place at the Lido Theater, including the highly anticipated Closing Night film A Real Pain, starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin, on Thursday, October 24 at 8:30 p.m.One of the festival’s Centerpiece Films showing at The Lido…

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