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Women’s Wellness Retreat

By Greer Wylder

February 05, 2025

An afternoon dedicated to relaxation and renewal is coming to Lake Mission Viejo Clubhouse on Sunday, March 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. This special retreat, guided by Marlene Hutchinson, is designed to help you unwind, recharge, and reconnect with yourself.The experience begins with a calming meditation, followed by a gentle yoga session to ease the body and mind. Afterward, enjoy an aromatic tea ceremony before settling into the deeply soothing vibrations of a crystal bowl sound bath.Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, towel, or blanket, along with water and snacks. A cozy blanket and any personal props…

Boots & I-Do’s: A Bridal Market at Swanner House

By Greer Wylder

January 27, 2025

You're invited to Boots & I-Do’s, a bridal market designed for brides, grooms, friends, and family to sip, shop, and celebrate.The event takes place on Saturday, February 8th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Swanner House in San Juan Capistrano. Hosted by After The Tone and Swanner House, this market offers an opportunity to explore top wedding vendors, enjoy drinks and snacks, listen to live music, and shop from local artisans. Guests will also have access to exclusive market prices and venue tours.Featured vendors include After The Tone, Azazie, Beach Gypsy Classics, Beyond Dalliance, Bottles & Blooms, and Ballpoint…

E20 Training Brings Cutting-Edge Fitness to Costa Mesa

By Greer Wylder

January 24, 2025

E20 Training just opened in Costa Mesa, offering a groundbreaking approach to fitness and recovery. One of the first boutique wellness studios to combine Electro-Muscular Stimulation (EMS) technology with personalized workouts, E20 provides a time-efficient way to build strength, enhance recovery, and improve overall well-being. Whether you're a high-level athlete or someone dealing with musculoskeletal challenges, E20 makes advanced training and recovery more accessible than ever.Backed by experts in the field, E20’s 20-minute sessions use EMS technology to stimulate up to 90% of muscle fibers—delivering results comparable to hours of traditional strength training. In addition to EMS, they offer red light…

SoCal Spots Serving Dry January Mocktails!

By Greer Wylder

January 03, 2025

In the spirit of New Year’s resolutions, the key to forming a lasting habit is keeping it simple and enjoyable. For those embarking on Dry January—or even considering an alcohol-free lifestyle beyond the month—these standout Southern California restaurants are offering creative and delicious mocktails worth trying.Hilton Irvine – Dry January Mocktail Menu (Irvine, CA)Located in the heart of Orange County, Aura Restaurant at Hilton Irvine is joining the Dry January movement with an exclusive lineup of artisanal mocktails available throughout January. Guests can savor refreshing drinks like the Sparkling Blood Orange (blood orange juice, honey, and vanilla) and the Cranberry…

RH Newport Beach: A Masterpiece of Design and Dining at Fashion Island

By Greer Wylder

December 23, 2024

RH Newport Beach, The Gallery at Fashion Island, just opened an immersive retail experience seamlessly integrating luxury home furnishings collections from RH Interiors, Modern, Outdoor, Baby & Child and TEEN with rare art, antiques and artifacts from across the globe. Reflecting the brand’s continued commitment to hospitality, RH Newport Beach debuts RH Ocean Grill – a 270-seat indoor-outdoor rooftop restaurant presenting a new menu with an emphasis on seafood and caviar specialties, complemented by uninterrupted views and dramatic sunsets over the California coastline. Conceptualized as a transparent, multi-level contemporary structure filled with fresh air and natural light, the Gallery features a parchment-cream Venetian plaster…