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Valentine’s Weekend at Triangle Square: Dining, Dancing & Celebration

By Greer Wylder

February 11, 2025

Valentine's Day falls on a Friday this year, giving you the perfect excuse to stretch the celebration all weekend long. Triangle Square has everything you need for a memorable time with friends, family, or that special someone.Westwood CoastOne of Orange County's hottest new spots, Westwood Coast is serving up a special Valentine's menu from Thursday, Feb. 13, through Saturday, Feb. 15. Enjoy à la carte dishes and shareable plates, including:Angus Tenderloin with asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes, and béarnaise sauce ($150)Branzino with puttanesca sauce, Romano beans, broccolini, and charred lemon ($72)Fan favorites like filet mignon, short rib agnolotti, and salmon are…

Love at First Bite: Valentine’s Dining in Orange County

By Greer Wylder

February 11, 2025

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with unforgettable dining experiences at some of Orange County's most romantic restaurants. Whether you prefer ocean views, Michelin-starred tasting menus, or cozy brunches with bottomless mimosas, these special offerings are sure to impress your loved one.HAVEN CRAFT KITCHEN + BAR — ORANGEEnjoy a three-course prix-fixe dinner in charming Old Towne Orange, featuring fresh, awe-inspiring ingredients. Highlights include Hamachi Crudo with avocado mousse and Passion Fruit Crème Brulee. Couples can share an 18oz Dry-Aged Ribeye. Brunch lovers can indulge in Bananas Foster Bread Pudding French Toast and bottomless mimosas on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3…

Big Changes Underway at Eclectic LAB Anti-Mall

By Greer Wylder

February 07, 2025

The LAB Anti-Mall, celebrating over 30 years at its Bristol Street location in South Coast Metro, is gearing up for exciting changes. As of February 1, its longtime anchor tenant, Urban Outfitters, has departed the property, making way for renovations that will welcome new tenants.Linda Sadeghi, original owner, shared:"When we sought Urban as our anchor many years ago, it was for their first store in OC, and they were privately owned. Thirty years later, they are now an international public conglomerate with over 700 stores worldwide. No longer quite the 'local entrepreneur' that we built our business to support."(Note: The…

Pepper Lunch Expands to Irvine Spectrum with a Sizzling Grand Opening!

By Greer Wylder

February 02, 2025

Orange County is about to welcome its second Pepper Lunch, the Japanese-born, fast-casual DIY teppan restaurant, opening at Irvine Spectrum Center on Friday, February 7. Known for its signature “sizzle-it-your-way” experience, the brand has expanded to over 530 locations in 17 countries since debuting 30 years ago. It's original OC location opened in 2018 at Diamond Jamboree in Irvine. At Pepper Lunch, guests take the lead in their dining experience, blending traditional Japanese flavors with a modern do-it-yourself teppan concept. The menu features bold, high-quality ingredients at an affordable price, with most dishes priced under $20.The restaurant’s offerings complement the diverse…

Stonefire Grill Supports Wildfire Relief with Meal Donations and Fundraising Match

By Greer Wylder

January 29, 2025

Stonefire Grill, a beloved Southern California restaurant group with 13 locations across Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, and San Bernardino counties, is stepping up to support those affected by the recent wildfires. The restaurant will match donations up to $10,000 collectively, with all proceeds benefiting the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region through Round It Up America, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit facilitating charitable contributions.To encourage community participation, anyone who makes an in-person donation at Stonefire Grill on February 3—National Carrot Cake Day—will receive a voucher for a free slice of its incredible carrot cake.Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Stonefire Grill is…