Spring Menu Arrives at The Park Club California

The Park Club California has introduced its spring menu, led by Chef Daniel Hohng, with a focus on seasonal ingredients and a sense of comfort that feels both refined and welcoming.

With more than two decades of experience, including time working alongside Wolfgang Puck and Charlie Palmer, Chef Daniel brings a thoughtful, ingredient-driven approach to the menu, with an emphasis on local sourcing and clean, balanced flavors.

At The Palm Bar, shareable plates set the tone for both meetings and casual gatherings, including the Segerstrom Ranch Lima Bean Hummus, Salmon Lox Pita and Shaking Beef with garlic noodles.

Monet Restaurant offers a more elevated experience, with seasonal highlights like burrata with spring peas, King Crab Pasta with squid linguini and a bright lemon mousse. The eight-course “Picasso Menu” provides a curated tasting for special occasions.

The overall feel is fresh and approachable, with a focus on quality ingredients and a dining experience that feels both polished and comfortable.

For more information, visit parkclubca.com.  

650 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa. 949.868.6511

Photos by Cara Garcia. 

A Night of Fashion and Giving in Newport Beach

An evening that brings together style, community, and a shared purpose is set for Tuesday, April 21 at My Sister’s Closet. From 6 to 8 p.m., more than 100 women are expected to gather for a philanthropic night in partnership with OC 100 Women Who Care.

Hosted alongside Well Suited, the event blends luxury resale shopping with a meaningful way to give back. Guests can browse curated designer pieces while enjoying cocktails, light bites, and music in a setting designed to feel intimate and social.

At the center of the evening is a simple but impactful idea. Three local nonprofits, Wyland Foundation, Shea Center, and Promise 4 Paws, will each share a short presentation about their work. Guests will then vote, and the organization with the most support will receive the full proceeds from ticket sales. The total is expected to exceed $10,000. The Anti-Recidivism Coalition will also share an update on how past funding has made an impact.

The night is as much about connection as it is about giving. It reflects how Orange County continues to show up for its nonprofits, with a model that is both straightforward and powerful. Women gather, listen, and collectively decide where their support will go.

There will also be a few extras throughout the evening, including door prizes like a $250 store gift card and a $1,000 Botox session from T.Y. Steven Ip, along with a guest appearance by Melissa Locke.

Space is limited, and the event is expected to fill quickly. Those interested can reserve a spot here: 100-Women-Who-Care

A Coastal Weekend of Wine, Food and Ocean Views

The California Wine Festival returns to the Orange County coast April 24 and 25, 2026, launching its season with a weekend of tastings, chef-driven bites and live entertainment. Set against sweeping Pacific views at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa and the palm-lined lawns of Sea Terrace Park, the two-day event blends an elevated experience with a relaxed coastal setting.

Festival Details

Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting
Friday, April 24, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa, Del Mar Lawn

The weekend begins with an intimate evening overlooking the Pacific. Guests are welcomed with a sparkling wine reception before sampling a curated selection of limited-production wines from Napa Valley, Sonoma, Paso Robles and beyond.

Designed for collectors and wine enthusiasts, the event offers opportunities to meet winemakers and proprietors while enjoying gourmet hors d’oeuvres in a refined setting. A silent auction featuring rare bottles and exclusive tasting experiences will benefit Sandy Feet Initiative, which provides beach-based programs including yoga, surfing and ocean play. Live music adds to the relaxed coastal atmosphere. With limited tickets and rare wines, the event typically sells out in advance.

Beachside Wine Festival
Saturday, April 25, 1 to 4 p.m.
Sea Terrace Park

The festival continues at Sea Terrace Park, a grassy bluff above Dana Point Harbor. Beneath white tasting tents, guests can sample hundreds of wines, regional craft brews and a wide selection of artisan foods.

Participating chefs and specialty purveyors will serve bites ranging from cheeses and fresh breads to olive oils, chocolates and globally inspired small plates. VIP ticket holders receive early entry at noon with access to reserve wines and priority tastings.

Live music by Upstream, a Caribbean steel drum band, brings an upbeat energy to the afternoon, creating a celebration of wine, food and ocean views.

Festival Sponsors and Highlights

Sponsors include DreamFinder Travel and Virgin Voyages, Sommsation, Hyatt Vacation Club, Piper Sonoma, Leaf Filter, Lifestyle Remodeling, High Flyer, Priest Ranch, Renewal by Andersen, Lloyd Cellars and Hilton Garden Inn Doheny Beach Dana Point.

Participating restaurants and food purveyors include All Things Fabulous Catering, Brio Tuscany Grille, BeachFire Bar and Grill, Bluewater Grill, Gino Angelini Authentic Italian Sauces, Glasspar Restaurant, Krave Asian Fusion, Trevor’s at the Track, Seven Barrels Olive Oils and Aged Italian Balsamics, Sundried Tomato Bistro and Catering and other regional favorites.

Notable wineries include Akash Winery & Vineyards, Alma Rosa Winery, Aperture Cellars, Ascension Cellars, Barlow Vineyards, Bellante Family Winery, Bernardus Winery, Bezel from the Cakebread Family, Bouchaine Vineyards, Burtech Family Vineyard, Candoni De Zan Family Wines, Carol Shelton Wines, Cuvaison, Double Bond Wines, Familia Hicks Wines, Frisby Winery & Brewing, GC Lurton Family Vineyards, Goldschmidt Vineyards, Hawk and Horse Vineyards, Highflyer Wines, Kubani Wines, Lyons Vineyard, MCV Wines, Mizel Estate Wines, Navarro Vineyards, Pasmosa Sangria, Piper Sonoma, Priest Ranch, PRP Wine International, Rombauer Vineyards, Ramona Valley Vineyards, The Vinho, Trefethen Family Vineyards, Ysidro Sake Spritz and more.

California Wine Festival is a 21+ event. Tickets include all wine and food samples, live entertainment and a keepsake wine glass. For full event details, ticket information and lodging options, visit CaliforniaWineFestival.com.