Wahoo’s Marks 38 Years with Free Community Celebration in Costa Mesa

Wahoo’s will celebrate its 38th anniversary with a free community event on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. at its original Costa Mesa location, 1862 Placentia Ave. The celebration will feature live music, giveaways, and a chance to meet the brand’s founders, Wing, Ed, and Mingo Lam.

The first 100 guests who bring a pet supply donation for local nonprofit The Good Pawject will receive free tacos, a limited-edition Wahoo’s × Girlfriends T-shirt printed on-site, complimentary CaliWater beverages, and special giveaways from event partners.

Guests can enjoy live music from Girlfriends, Orange County’s breakout band, along with photo opportunities and a festive afternoon celebrating the surf and skate–inspired brand’s deep community roots.

Founded in 1988, Wahoo’s has grown from a small Costa Mesa taco stand into a beloved multistate brand blending Mexican, Brazilian, and Asian flavors inspired by the Lam brothers’ heritage and surf adventures. The company continues to champion fresh food, surf culture, and community connection as part of its mission to “fuel your adventures” and “nourish communities.”

Wahoo’s, 1862 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Luxury Wellness Meets Concierge Medicine at Coastal Wellness MD

Coastal Wellness MD, a luxury wellness clinic in Corona del Mar founded by Dr. Shery Mokhtare, is redefining modern health through a physician-led approach that blends science, beauty, and personalized care.

Dr. Mokhtare recognized a need for a forward-thinking, whole-body wellness experience that goes beyond the surface. Her vision led to the creation of a mobile concierge medical practice that combines the sophistication of a luxury clinic with the accessibility of personalized, on-the-go care.

Her Corona del Mar clinic offers a curated blend of aesthetic and regenerative services, including skin rejuvenation, IV therapy, and body wellness treatments. With a warm, approachable style and a deep commitment to evidence-based medicine, Dr. Mokhtare helps patients achieve natural, lasting results that align with their lifestyle and goals.

At its core, Coastal Wellness MD provides the elevated experience of a high-end wellness clinic with the flexibility of mobile services. Consultations are always complimentary, and each treatment plan is customized to meet individual needs—whether in-clinic or on location at luxury resorts, hotels, private events, or through corporate wellness programs.

The clinic specializes in aesthetic and regenerative medicine, offering IV therapy, vitamin shots, skin and hair treatments, Botox and fillers, and advanced laser services using the latest FDA-cleared technologies such as Lutronic ECO2 and Genius RF Microneedling. Beyond aesthetics, patients can access advanced medical diagnostics including blood analysis, body composition testing, MRI referrals, and hormone and nutrition optimization.

Coastal Wellness MD’s mobile concierge team also supports partnerships and activations nationwide, with plans for expansion in New York, Nevada, Florida, and throughout California.

Clinic Information:
Coastal Wellness MD
2865 East Coast Highway, Suite 120
Corona del Mar, California
Call or Text: 949-520-6945
coastalwellnessmd.com

Chiang Rai Thai in Tustin Serves Up Michelin-Recognized Northern Thai Cuisine

I’ve been on a mission to try more local restaurants that I haven’t experienced before, and Chiang Rai Thai in Tustin has been at the top of my list. It’s a buzz-worthy spot and for good reason. The restaurant has earned Michelin recognition three years in a row, in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

This Tustin location opened earlier this year, while the original Chiang Rai Thai has been winning over diners in Long Beach for years. Word is definitely out, as the restaurant is almost always packed. Hot tip: join the waitlist on Yelp before you arrive. You’ll need to be within four miles of the restaurant to add your name, but it’s a great way to time your visit so the wait is short.

The Tustin location of Chiang Rai Thai is vibrant and full of charm, with hand-painted parasols in bright reds, blues and yellows suspended from the ceiling, giving the space an artistic and festive feel. The cozy dining room features warm wood accents, green paneled walls, and displays of traditional Thai items, including bamboo baskets, tiffin carriers and bottles neatly arranged on illuminated shelves. With both counter and table seating, the restaurant feels inviting and comfortable, perfect for families and groups to share a meal together.

The extensive menu can be a little overwhelming, but don’t overthink it. Start with what made them famous. The Michelin recognition centers on the Khao Soi Series, a Northern Thai curry noodle dish featuring boiled and fried egg noodles in a creamy, slightly spicy curry sauce. It’s served with your choice of protein and topped with red onion, lime, pickled mustard greens and crispy shallots. This is their signature dish and an absolute must-order.

Other highlights include crab fried rice with real crab meat, red curry with chicken, and the Chiang Rai Local Food section featuring authentic Northern specialties such as Sai Ua (spicy pork sausage) and Nam Prik Mueng (a flavorful combination of curry pastes, pork skin and steamed vegetables). For seafood lovers, the steamed branzino with spicy lime sauce is another standout.

Chiang Rai Thai is a great family-style restaurant, perfect for sharing a spread of bold, comforting dishes. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is lively, and every dish feels like a journey to Northern Thailand.

Chiang Rai Thai Restaurant
608 E 1st St., Tustin. 714.714.0082 | chiangraitustin.com
Closed Mondays. Open 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 4–9 p.m. Tuesday–Saturday: 
12–2:30 p.m., 4–9 p.m. Sunday. 

Original location: 3832 E Anaheim St., Long Beach. 562.494.3003.