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Spring in Full Bloom at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

April 06, 2026

The 36th annual Southern California Spring Garden Show returns to South Coast Plaza from April 23 to 26, transforming the Crate & Barrel and Macy’s Home Store wings into a lush indoor garden filled with inspiration. It is one of the region’s most anticipated seasonal events, drawing everyone from serious collectors to casual plant lovers.At the center of the show is a striking botanical installation created entirely from natural plant materials by an award-winning Rose Parade float designer. This year’s theme, “Nurtured by Spring,” brings a refined garden setting with sculptural florals and delicate wildlife details. A standout moment is…

Floral Park Home & Garden Tour Returns April 25–26

By Greer Wylder

April 05, 2026

On Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026, the Historic Floral Park Neighborhood Association presents the 33rd Annual Floral Park Home & Garden Tour, a beloved spring tradition that celebrates the charm and character of one of Orange County’s most distinctive neighborhoods.Tucked inside Floral Park, often described as Orange County’s “best kept secret,” gracious homes from the 1920s through the 1950s will once again open their doors to visitors. Sunlit porches, gleaming wood floors, and beautifully tended gardens set the scene for a stroll through decades of classic Southern California architecture and design.Beyond the homes, the weekend includes plenty…

Taste of Napa Comes to Huntington Beach and Returns to Napa Valley

By Greer Wylder

April 05, 2026

Festival Napa Valley’s signature tasting event, Taste of Napa, will offer two opportunities in 2026 to experience the region’s wines and hospitality. For the first time, the event heads to Southern California in partnership with The Meritage Collection, with a coastal setting at Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach on April 12. It then returns to Napa Valley at The Meritage Resort and Spa on July 11. Tickets for both events are now available.The Huntington Beach debut brings Taste of Napa to the oceanfront, where guests can enjoy live music alongside pours from more than 30 wineries and culinary…

Earth Month Eco Challenge Returns to Discovery Cube Orange County

By Greer Wylder

April 03, 2026

Discovery Cube Orange County kicked off its Earth Month Eco Challenge with hands-on activities and sustainability-focused exhibits taking place each weekend throughout April in partnership with OC Waste & Recycling.Designed to educate and inspire the next generation, the experience features five interactive exhibits and themed programming centered on environmental awareness and science-based learning.Guests can take part in a worm cart demonstration that shows composting and decomposition in action, along with a cloud watch activity focused on identifying cloud types and understanding their role in the water cycle. A microplastics awareness station highlights the impact of plastic pollution on marine ecosystems,…

A Taste of Italy Arrives in Corona del Mar

By Greer Wylder

April 01, 2026

Cugini’s Italia Boutique Market has opened its doors with a simple idea: bring the feeling of a neighborhood Italian market to the coast.Created by partners Marcus and Toni, alongside their wives, Shereen and Lavi, the market is a true family effort rooted in years of restaurant experience and a shared love of Italian food and culture. The name “Cugini,” which means cousins in Italian, reflects both the partnership and the welcoming, family-style atmosphere they hope to create.Everything in the shop is imported directly from Italy through a close partnership with a trusted source abroad. The result is a carefully curated…