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Veronica Beard Fashion Island Grand Opening Event

By Greer Wylder

February 03, 2024

Join the excitement at the Veronica Beard Fashion Island grand opening! Experience where elegance meets modern sophistication and discover the latest handbag collection on Wednesday, February 5th from 5-7 p.m. Be part of a night filled with fashion and elegance. In the spirit of community, a portion of proceeds will benefit The Gray Academy OC (TGAOC), supporting children with severe neurological challenges. Shop with purpose and contribute to a noble cause.Veronica Beard's new Fashion Island boutique seamlessly combines a top-notch shopping experience with iconic styles and a strong commitment to giving back, particularly to causes that empower women, children, and families.The…

SCO New Thrift Store Opening

By Greer Wylder

February 01, 2024

South County Outreach is excited to announce the grand opening extravaganza of the Upscale Resale Thrift Store in Laguna Niguel. The community is invited to participate in this extraordinary event, scheduled from Thursday, February 8 through Saturday, February 10. The weekend promises a plethora of activities, special promotions, and community celebrations.The Upscale Resale Thrift Store is more than just a shopping destination; it's an opportunity to shop for a cause. All proceeds from the store, which features an array of gently used and vintage items including clothing, accessories, jewelry, home décor, furniture, and toys, benefit South County Outreach clients struggling…

Telefèric Barcelona Opens Specialty Spanish Marketplace, El Merkat

By Greer Wylder

January 30, 2024

Telefèric Barcelona, a Barcelona-based restaurant group, is opening El Merkat, a Spanish goods market, in Brentwood on February 2. Inspired by Spain's Costa Brava region, El Merkat offers Spanish wine, imported goods like olives and tinned fish, charcuterie, cheese, sangrias, and signature paella kits.Grand Opening:Friday, Feb 2: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 5:00 PM. Open to the public from 5:45 PM to 9:00 PM with a 15% discount on most items (excluding high-end wines) and complimentary Spanish pintxos, live music.Saturday, Feb 3: Bottomless Brunch Sangria Kickoff from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at $28 per person for 90 minutes of unlimited…

Veronica Beard Opens New Store at Fashion Island

By Greer Wylder

January 30, 2024

The acclaimed American fashion brand Veronica Beard just opened its latest boutique at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. The brand, synonymous with polished and practical ready-to-wear apparel, aligns seamlessly with Newport's reputation as a premier destination for luxury shopping.Co-founders and sisters-in-law, Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard, have been at the forefront of fashion since their brand's inception in 2010, which is now celebrated for creating the iconic Dickey Jacket. Their debut on the New York Fashion stage in September 2012 was just the beginning. Now, with over thirty retail spaces and a vision for global reach by the…

Dateolate: Where Chocolate Meets Nature’s Sweetness for Guilt-Free Indulgence

By Greer Wylder

January 24, 2024

Welcome to Dateolate, created by Roya Javaherchi, co-founder of Sweet Saffron LLC (brand: Dateolate). Inspired by her "pastry chef grandmothers" and sweet childhood memories, Roya's dream of owning her own business centered around dates, known as "nature's sweet."Datelolates are crafted at the Hood Kitchen in Costa Mesa and available online at Dateolate's website. Here, the richness of chocolate meets the natural sweetness of dates. Dateolate's Chocolate with Dates offers a gourmet experience that combines indulgence with health-consciousness, featured in renowned publications and even on Gordon Ramsey's show.Dateolate's innovation focuses on creating healthy dark chocolate that satisfies the sweet tooth without…