Rose Bakery Café Opens in Orange

For the third time in 27 years, Rose Bakery Café is expanding with a new location in the city of Orange. It marks the café’s second opening this year.

The new café, located at Orange Town & Country Plaza at 763 South Main Street, will span more than 3,000 square feet and feature a spacious outdoor patio where guests can relax and enjoy the signature flavors that have made Rose a local favorite for nearly three decades.

Known for its fresh donuts, bold coffee, hearty breakfast burritos and classic lunch sandwiches, Rose Bakery Café has become a staple in Corona del Mar and most recently Irvine. Regularly named “Best Breakfast in Orange County,” the café is excited to bring its tradition of hospitality and community connection to Orange.

Over the years, Rose has built a loyal following of families and food lovers who return time and again for breakfast, lunch or a quick cup of coffee. With its warm atmosphere and quality ingredients, the new Orange location will continue the proud tradition.

The Orange café will also feature Rose’s co-joining concept with Laventina’s Big Cheese Pizza. Guests will be able to enjoy Laventina’s popular pizzas, salads, wings and more alongside Rose’s baked goods and breakfast specialties. This marks the second co-branded location for the two concepts.

Founded in Corona del Mar, Rose Bakery Café has been serving the community for 27 years with a commitment to freshness, quality and friendly service. The café is known for its handcrafted donuts, premium coffee, famous breakfast burritos and made-daily baked goods. Guests can enjoy dine-in, takeout, delivery or catering options.

Irish Spotlight at the Newport Beach Film Festival

On Sunday, Oct. 19, the 26th annual Newport Beach Film Festival will celebrate Irish cinema and culture with its Irish Spotlight event. The evening features North American premieres of Báite, Christy, The Unsinkable Entrepreneur, and A Sip of Irish, screening at Regal Edwards Big Newport and THE LOT in Fashion Island.

Following the screenings, guests will gather at Muldoon’s Irish Pub in Newport Beach for live music, hors d’oeuvres, and festivities honoring Irish culture.

The Festival is proud to present a dynamic lineup of Irish storytelling, from heartwarming narratives and compelling documentaries to acclaimed short films. Screenings are supported by Culture Ireland, Screen Ireland, Tourism Ireland, and the Consulate General of Ireland in Los Angeles.

Admission to the Irish Spotlight and post-party is $40, with general screenings starting at $20. For tickets and details, visit NewportBeachFilmFest.com

For an entire list of international films, please visit https://newportbeachff2025.

Santa Maria Novella Brings Centuries of Craft to South Coast Plaza

South Coast Plaza is now home to a celebrated Italian brand, Santa Maria Novella, one of the world’s oldest pharmacies established in Florence, Italy in 1221 by Dominican monks. Known for its historic perfumes, skincare products, and herbal remedies that have been sought out for generations. 

When you shop at Santa Maria Novella, you can find enchanting scents and gift items that any recipient is sure to treasure. Must have essentials include Acqua Della Regina – Eau de Cologne that’s renowned for being Santa Maria Novella’s oldest fragrance. Born of love, it was created in 1533 as a royal wedding gift from Caterina de' Medici to her future husband, Henry II of Valois. You can also find this regal fragrance in a room fragrance diffuser, scented candle, liquid soap, body cream and scented wax, for drawers and closets.

Another iconic product is Santa Maria Novella’s Acqua di Rose (rose water). It’s a refreshing facial toner and mist, first formulated in the 14th century by Dominican friars in Florence to soothe, tone, and refresh the skin. The Acqua di Rose line is a complete range of products for cleansing and nourishing all skin types, even the most sensitive. The collection includes Acqua di Rose, Acqua di Rose Cleansing Gel, Acqua di Rose Cream, and Acqua di Rose Micellar Water. Also available are The Acqua di Rose Essentials set, Acqua di Rose Serum, and Acqua di Rose Gel Cream.

And, a wonderful gift for yourself or loved one is the Melograno in Scented Terracotta, a symbol of Santa Maria Novella. Handcrafted to resemble the fruit, it emits the unique Melograno Eau de Cologne scent one of the symbols of Santa Maria Novella. You simply place the pomegranate on the terra cotta plate in a bathroom or any space to add aroma to an area. The fragrance is released slowly in the air.

The entire store is organized by scents and categories that include fragrances,  skincare, body & hair, home essentials, and gifts such as pot pourri, glass candles, a kids line and even pets collection. 

Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. 

Santa Maria Novella, is at Level 1, Carousel Court, in South Coast Plaza. 949.621.234