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South Coast Plaza Easter Dining Picks

By Greer Wylder

March 27, 2026

Dining options are plentiful at South Coast Plaza on Sunday, April 5. A dozen restaurants will offer brunch and dinner, with menus ranging from contemporary cuisine and steakhouse classics to Asian favorites. The center’s retail boutiques will be closed in observance of the holiday.At Seasons 52, brunch is served from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with dinner available all day. Guests can choose from individually priced brunch dishes or opt for the Easter Green Box to go. VIEW MENU. MAKE RESERVATIONS. 714.437.5252.The Capital Grille will offer a two-course menu featuring chef-created selections, along with classic brunch cocktails and Champagne. The…

Easter Brunch and Dining in Orange County

By Greer Wylder

March 26, 2026

Easter Sunday falls on April 5, and restaurants across Orange County are offering everything from coastal brunch buffets to refined tea service and dinner experiences. Here is a look at where to celebrate the holiday this year.Driftwood Kitchen in Laguna Beach hosts its annual seaside Easter brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Chef Rainer Schwarz’s menu includes made-to-order omelets, fresh seafood, carving stations and desserts. The experience is priced at $135 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, with younger children dining free.The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar will offer a two-course prix-fixe Easter brunch at…

OC Fashion Week Arrives at My Sister’s Closet With Designer Adolfo Sánchez

By Greer Wylder

March 26, 2026

OC Fashion Week heads to My Sister’s Closet in Newport Beach on Friday, March 27, with doors opening at 6 p.m. The private, ticketed event features a runway show and special guest designer Adolfo Sánchez.The evening spotlights luxury fashion and structured silhouettes in an intimate retail setting. Sánchez will debut new runway looks and present select pieces from past collections, including signature coats, statement outerwear, and archival designs available for private viewing.Guests can expect a mix of fashion, community, and celebration, with opportunities to watch, shop, sip, and connect. The runway will also feature styled looks from My Sister’s Closet…

Cape Crusaders, Cosplay and Comic-Con Energy Take Over Anaheim

By Greer Wylder

March 25, 2026

WonderCon returns to the Anaheim Convention Center March 27 to 29, bringing one of the West Coast’s largest celebrations of comics, movies, television, gaming and cosplay to Southern California.Produced by Comic-Con International, WonderCon is the organization’s sister convention and draws thousands of fans, creators and industry talent for a weekend of panels, exhibits and immersive fan experiences.This year’s event features more than 900 exhibitors across a 412,000 square foot exhibit hall filled with comics, original art, toys and merchandise from leading artists, publishers and retailers. Attendees can expect exclusive movie and television programming, panels with top comics professionals, autograph sessions,…

Two Upcoming Workshops at the Environmental Nature Center

By Greer Wylder

March 19, 2026

The Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach is offering two engaging workshops this month designed to connect the community with food, nature and the local landscape.Outdoor Cooking with Chef CorsoMarch 24 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.Chef Corso, a classically trained chef and host of the Outdoor Eats TV series, will lead a lively cooking workshop focused on preparing great meals outdoors using simple gear and fresh ingredients.During the demonstration, Corso will cover camp stove basics, smart meal planning and grocery strategies that make outdoor cooking easier and more enjoyable. Guests will watch several trail-tested recipes come together and enjoy tastings…