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Gift Better Sleep with Hästens at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

October 24, 2026

As the holiday shopping season approaches, wellness is taking center stage on gift lists, and few presents say “I care” like a better night’s sleep. Good news for Orange County shoppers: Hästens, the Swedish bedmaker known for craftsmanship dating to 1852, has opened its newest California flagship at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa.The store offers the full Hästens experience, including the exclusive Grand Vividus bed and the Bernadotte & Kylberg furniture collection. Beyond the beds, Hästens carries sleep essentials that make thoughtful, elevated gifts for anyone who treats their nighttime ritual as seriously as their morning matcha. Here are…

BUILD Brings the Heavy Lifting to Newport Beach

By Greer Wylder

October 22, 2026

BUILD, the strength-focused concept from the team behind BURN, has opened its second location inside BURN Newport Beach. The studio, which launched in August as BURN’s first location outside Los Angeles, now offers BUILD’s dedicated strength classes alongside its existing BURN programming.BUILD pairs progressive heavy lifting with low infrared heat and medical-grade red and near-infrared LED light, all in a format designed for hypertrophy, or muscle building. The 50-minute classes follow a push/pull/legs split, giving members a structured path to getting stronger over time. With just 12 benches per class, BUILD blends personalized coaching with the energy of a group…

Go Greek Yogurt Celebrates Grand Opening at Irvine Spectrum

By Greer Wylder

October 22, 2026

Go Greek Yogurt is celebrating the grand opening of its Irvine Spectrum Center location on Saturday, Oct. 24. The festivities begin with a ribbon-cutting at 11 a.m. The first 50 guests will receive a free bowl,* and there will be exclusive merch giveaways and plenty of photo ops.** Yopp, the brand’s mascot, will also make a special appearance.Rooted in traditional Greek recipes and the philosophy of meraki (creating with passion), Go Greek Yogurt is known for its artisanal approach. Its yogurt is made using traditional straining methods perfected over centuries.Signature flavors include Plain Tart, Greek Honey and Chocolate, along with…

Barnes & Noble Returned to Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

October 22, 2026

In case you missed it, Barnes & Noble opened a new flagship store at South Coast Plaza in August, bringing the bookseller back to Costa Mesa.The 27,000-square-foot space sits on the upper level of the mall and revives bookselling in a location that once housed Borders and, more recently, Sports Chalet. Inside, shoppers will find an extensive selection of books, exclusive gifts, a curated collection of toys and games, vinyl records, a newsstand and more.The store also features a Barnes & Noble Café with an outdoor patio and sweeping views, a nice spot to settle in with a new read.For…

Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: How to Think About the Choice

By Greer Wylder

October 21, 2026

One of the biggest decisions people face with Medicare is choosing between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. There is no one size fits all answer, and the right choice depends on individual health needs, budget and lifestyle.Original Medicare includes Part A and Part B. Many people who choose Original Medicare also add a Medicare Supplement to help cover out-of-pocket costs, along with a separate Part D prescription drug plan. This option can offer more flexibility when it comes to seeing doctors nationwide who accept Medicare, which can be appealing for people who travel frequently or split time between different locations.Medicare…