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La La Land Kind Cafe Grand Opening at Irvine Spectrum

By Greer Wylder

April 29, 2026

La La Land Kind Cafe is opening a new location at Irvine Spectrum Center with a full day of grand opening specials on Saturday, May 2. From 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., guests can enjoy 50 percent off drinks and toast, along with gifts for the first 300 people in line while supplies last.For those who want an early visit, the soft opening runs through May 1 with 50 percent off all drinks when the La La Land app is downloaded and scanned at checkout.The menu leans into the café’s signature cloud-style drinks, including the Banana Cloud Latte, Strawberry Cloud…

Mastro’s Plans Mother’s Day Brunch in Irvine and Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

April 28, 2026

Mastro’s locations in Irvine and Costa Mesa will mark Mother’s Day on May 10, 2026, with a celebratory brunch and evening dinner service. Known for attentive service, polished dining and live entertainment, both restaurants are preparing a special holiday experience. Reservations are available on OpenTable.Mastro’s Ocean Club Irvine and Mastro’s Steakhouse Costa Mesa will offer a Mother’s Day buffet brunch featuring a seafood tower with freshly shucked oysters, shrimp cocktail, lobster tails and snow crab claws. Additional selections include cheese blintzes with berry compote, scrambled eggs, sausage, hand-carved New York strip, honey-smoked ham, signature sides and mini butter cakes for…

A New Chapter for Zov’s in San Clemente

By Greer Wylder

April 28, 2026

After nearly four decades shaping Orange County’s dining scene, Zov’s opens its newest location today, Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in San Clemente, bringing its signature blend of Mediterranean and California flavors to the coast. Founded by chef and restaurateur Zov Karamardian, the brand has built a loyal following over the years for its vibrant flavors and warm hospitality. That same spirit carries into the San Clemente space, which feels relaxed, welcoming, and right at home in the heart of downtown.The menu stays true to what longtime guests love, with seasonal dishes built around fresh ingredients and bold, bright flavors. Think grilled…

Spring Menu Arrives at The Park Club California

By Greer Wylder

April 23, 2026

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…

SpiceQuest Brings the Heat Home

By Greer Wylder

April 23, 2026

For anyone who loves to cook, entertain or experiment in the kitchen, Orange County-based SpiceQuest is turning up the heat in a thoughtful way. The brand offers curated chili pepper kits designed for home cooks, food lovers and spice enthusiasts who want more control over flavor and intensity.SpiceQuest sources a global range of chili peppers, from mild to superhot, and grades them for both heat and flavor. Each kit is built to give cooks precision, allowing them to layer spice intentionally rather than relying on one-note heat. The peppers are lab tested, 100 percent organic and packaged in sleek, thoughtfully…