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Palmetto Superfoods and Rylee + Cru Headed to River Street Marketplace

By Greer Wylder

March 08, 2026

River Street Marketplace, the 60,000-square-foot community destination in the heart of San Juan Capistrano’s historic Los Rios district, is welcoming two new tenants: Palmetto Superfoods and Rylee + Cru. The additions expand the marketplace’s growing mix of dining, shopping, and family-friendly experiences.Palmetto Superfoods, a California-born superfood café, will open its first Orange County location at River Street Marketplace inside the River Street Rodeo dining hall. Founded in San Francisco, the café has built a strong following across the Bay Area for its customizable açaí bowls, functional smoothies, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients inspired by Brazilian roots and California wellness culture.The new…

A Big Year Ahead for Costa Mesa’s SoBECA District

By Greer Wylder

March 08, 2026

More than 20 new small businesses are set to join the LAB’s portfolio in 2026, marking the largest single year of openings in the history of Costa Mesa’s SoBECA District.The expansion will bring more than 20 new businesses across 50,000 square feet, making it the LAB’s biggest growth to date.Located just down Bristol Street from South Coast Plaza, the South on Bristol Entertainment, Culture and Arts District, known as SoBECA, is home to some of Costa Mesa’s most recognizable destinations, including The LAB Anti-Mall, The CAMP, CAMPOUT, The SOLO Building and PLANT. The new mix of retail, dining, wellness and…

Orange County Restaurant Week Returns March 8–14

By Greer Wylder

March 05, 2026

If there is one week when life really does taste better, this is it.Orange County Restaurant Week returns Sunday, March 8 through Saturday, March 14, 2026, with restaurants across the county unveiling specially curated prix-fixe menus, inventive cocktails and limited-time dining experiences. As the event’s tagline promises, “Life is just better this week.”Now in its 17th year, Orange County Restaurant Week remains a highlight of the local food scene, giving diners a reason to try somewhere new, return to favorite spots and support Orange County’s vibrant restaurant community. This year’s lineup includes longtime participants as well as new additions that…

New Brunch Additions at CasaDami

By Greer Wylder

March 04, 2026

Newport Beach’s coastal café and wine bar, CasaDami, continues to bring a touch of European café culture to the waterfront on Balboa Island’s Peninsula Village. Known for its relaxed setting and refined, wine-friendly menu of tapas and entrées, CasaDami has become a favorite stop for a leisurely weekend meal by the water.Beginning Saturday, March 7, the weekend brunch menu will feature two new dishes along with an update to a popular favorite.The new Blue Crab Burger pairs wild blue crab with Calabrian chili aioli and smashed avocado on a brioche bun, served with potato chips ($29). A Faroe Island Salmon…

Beyond A Dream Gala Supports Breakthrough T1D Research in Orange County

By Greer Wylder

March 02, 2026

Breakthrough T1D Greater Orange County, formerly JDRF, will gather supporters on March 14 for the Beyond A Dream Gala to raise critical funds for research focused on curing, preventing and treating type 1 diabetes. Chaired by Nancy Mienik, Claire Squier and Mara Wilkie, the evening brings the community together for a night of entertainment and meaningful giving in support of the organization’s mission.The Norton family will be recognized as the Fund A Cure family, sharing the story of their daughter Ellie’s diagnosis and their ongoing commitment to advancing Breakthrough T1D’s work to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs for people living with type…