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RELISH Food, Wine and Spirits Experience Debuts in Newport Beach June 27-29

By Greer Wylder

June 17, 2025

The wait is almost over. RELISH, the premier food, wine and spirits experience created by celebrity chef Jamie Gwen and celebrity event planner Nicole Hirsty, makes its grand debut Friday, June 27, through Sunday, June 29, at VEA Newport Beach Resort & Spa.The luxurious weekend brings together world-class chefs, master mixologists, and award-winning winemakers for an unforgettable celebration of culinary artistry.RELISH opens Friday evening with a cocktail party featuring gourmet hors d’oeuvres, craft cocktails, and fine wines. The evening continues with an exclusive private dinner with chef Scott Conant, highlighting his renowned Italian cuisine and perfectly paired wines.Saturday’s Master Classes…

Sweetgreen Welcomes 5th O.C. Restaurant To Laguna Niguel

By Greer Wylder

June 15, 2025

Expanding its Orange County presence, Sweetgreen is set to open its 5th location in the region tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17, at Laguna Niguel’s Plaza de la Paz center (27221 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677). O.C. diners are invited to indulge in the restaurant’s menu of thoughtfully sourced, scratch-made meals, and enjoy complimentary activations with local partners. Sweetgreen will also match every meal sold with a donated meal to Laguna Food Pantry to nourish people in Laguna Beach experiencing food insecurity.Sweetgreen’s opening in Laguna Niguel comes on the heels of introducing its limited-time KBBQ menu. Made in collaboration with COTE Korean Steakhouse, the menu showcases…

Casa de Onda Brings Modern Mexican Fusion and Coastal Cool to Triangle Square

By Greer Wylder

June 15, 2025

Now open at Triangle Square in Costa Mesa, Casa de Onda is a sophisticated new destination for Mexican American fusion, coastal-inspired cocktails, and al fresco dining under the stars. Translating to “house of vibes,” the restaurant debuted Saturday, June 21, with nightly dinner service and a live DJ starting at 8 p.m.Designed with a Tulum-inspired aesthetic, Casa de Onda features one of the largest patios in Orange County, with palapas, firepits, and lush greenery. The indoor space is modern and serene, with a palette of soft grays, white, and black, accented by limewash finishes and atmospheric lighting in seafoam blues…

RJB Restaurant Group Expands Parlor and Olea Footprints

By Greer Wylder

June 14, 2025

Orange County restaurateur Russ Bendel continues to grow his collection of popular dining destinations, recently expanding two of his standout restaurants: Parlor Woodfire Kitchen & Cocktails in San Clemente and Olea, Cellar. Craft. Cook in Newport Beach. Each gained more than 1,200 square feet of new space, the result of creative thinking and impeccable timing.Parlor’s Lower LevelWhen Parlor opened in San Clemente last July, the building’s underused lower level served only as storage. But as the restaurant quickly gained a loyal following—and increasing demand for more bar and private dining space—Bendel and his team saw an opportunity to transform the…

Topside Roof Deck Launches Sunday Brunch Club

By Greer Wylder

June 09, 2025

Topside Roof Deck in Newport Beach just launched a new way to brunch. The Topside Brunch Club brings rooftop dining and DJ sets together every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The series kicks off in partnership with LYLO Sauvignon Blanc, a crisp New Zealand wine that sets the tone for a fun and carefree brunch.Chef-partner Riley Huddleston created a new brunch menu blending coastal California flavors with playful twists. Think cage-free eggs baked inside avocado halves with Sichuan salsa macha, a brioche Breakfast Sandwich with chile morita aioli, and a decadent Churro Waffle with piloncillo syrup and hibiscus-strawberry…