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44 Women for Orangewood Luncheon in Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

May 14, 2026

The 44 Women for Orangewood Scholarship Luncheon returns Thursday, May 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at VEA Newport Beach for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to supporting youth education.

The luncheon brings the community together to raise funds for Orangewood Foundation scholarships, grants and educational programs that help young people build brighter futures. Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated lunch and hear from keynote speaker Josh Shipp, who will share insights on the power of mentorship, opportunity and encouragement.

The event offers a meaningful way to give back while helping support the next generation.

Reserve your seat and learn more online.

VEA Newport Beach is at 900 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach

Uncle Fluffy Brings Viral Japanese Cheesecake to Costa Mesa’s Triangle Square

By Greer Wylder

May 13, 2026

Family-owned dessert café Uncle Fluffy is opening its second Orange County location at Triangle Square in Costa Mesa on Saturday, May 23 at 11 a.m. Known for its airy and jiggly Japanese-style cheesecake, the popular dessert shop has built a following for its freshly baked sweet treats and specialty drinks. Uncle Fluffy also has an Orange County location in Huntington Beach.

To celebrate the grand opening, Uncle Fluffy will offer samples of its signature cheesecakes, tarts, lemonade and blended coffee drinks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The café’s fluffy cheesecake will be available in original, mocha, pistachio and lemon flavors. The original cheesecake comes in three sizes starting at $10.99, while specialty flavors are offered in the smallest size only.

Guests will also find a variety of freshly baked tarts including cheese, chocolate, matcha, mango and pistachio, along with macarons and mochi. Everything is baked fresh on-site daily.

In addition to desserts, the menu features hot and iced espresso drinks, matcha, blended coffees, fruit smoothies and other non-coffee beverages.

Uncle Fluffy is located at 1870 Harbor Blvd. at Triangle Square in Costa Mesa, facing Newport Boulevard. The shop will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call (949) 220-7579.

Uncle Fluffy is also located at 120 5th Street Suite C120 Huntington Beach.

Pure Salt Marks 10 Years With New Newport Beach Flagship

By Greer Wylder

May 13, 2026

Founded in Newport Beach, Pure Salt is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a major expansion that includes a new flagship store and design studio, an anniversary collection inspired by California living, and the debut of its first-ever catalog. Pure Salt will also host a grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring shopping, complimentary coffee from Pulo Coffee until noon, and a giveaway entry opportunity for guests.

Located at 314 Old Newport Blvd. in Newport Beach, the new 4,500-square-foot space brings together Pure Salt’s retail shop and interior design studio under one roof. The storefront reflects the brand’s signature approach to relaxed California design with layered neutrals, natural textures, artisan pieces, and thoughtfully curated furnishings.

The new location gives clients and visitors the opportunity to experience the Pure Salt aesthetic in person while also working directly with the design team. The coastal setting and walkable location make it a natural fit for the Newport Beach lifestyle the brand has long embraced.

Founded in 2016 by best friends and business partners Aly Morford and Leigh Lincoln, Pure Salt has grown from a boutique interior design studio into a nationally recognized lifestyle brand known for its warm, livable interiors and carefully curated home collections. The Pure Salt Shoppe launched in 2019 and helped expand the brand’s reach beyond residential design projects.

To mark the anniversary, Pure Salt is also introducing a new collection centered around indoor-outdoor California living. The collection includes dining, entertaining, and lounge pieces designed with the brand’s signature light woods, woven textures, terracotta accents, and natural materials. Teak and sungkai wood furnishings, rope-wrapped lighting, and handcrafted details throughout the collection reflect the layered look Pure Salt has become known for.

Launching alongside the collection is the brand’s first catalog, an editorial-style look at the Pure Salt lifestyle and aesthetic, arriving in mailboxes this May.

Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday.

Pure Salt Store is at 314 Old Newport Blvd in Newport Beach.

44 Women for Orangewood Luncheon in Newport Beach

Uncle Fluffy Brings Viral Japanese Cheesecake to Costa Mesa’s Triangle Square

Pure Salt Marks 10 Years With New Newport Beach Flagship

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