Newport Beach Restaurant Week Returns Jan. 15–25

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Newport Beach’s signature culinary celebration is back after a four-year hiatus. Produced by the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce, Newport Beach Restaurant Week runs Jan. 15–25 and invites diners to enjoy preferred-pricing lunch and dinner menus at more than 50 restaurants across Newport Beach and nearby cities. The 11-day, citywide event highlights the area’s diverse dining scene, from coastal classics to neighborhood favorites. Participating restaurants span a wide range of cuisines and experiences, offering locals and visitors a reason to plan multiple meals out throughout the week.

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FACE FOUNDRIÉ Makes Its Southern California Debut in Newport Beach

January 07, 2026

FACE FOUNDRIÉ, the fast-growing facial bar known for making professional skincare affordable, approachable, and accessible, is opening its first Southern California location on Monday, Jan. 12, at Westcliff Plaza in Newport Beach. The opening marks one of the brand’s first locations statewide. The concept immediately resonated with Newport Beach franchise owner Maral Johnson, whose background and passion for the aesthetics industry made the partnership a natural fit. She is bringing the brand’s streamlined, results-driven approach to Orange County, a community with a strong focus on wellness and beauty.

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Parlor Doughnuts Opens 100th Location in Huntington Beach

January 04, 2026

Parlor Doughnuts has just opened its 100th shop, marking a major milestone for the brand as it continues to grow from a beloved local concept into a national presence. The new Huntington Beach location reflects Parlor’s ongoing commitment to community, craftsmanship, and locally owned franchise partnerships.

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Phantom: A Perfect Gift Idea

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Give the Gift of an Unforgettable Night Out: “The Phantom of the Opera” Returns to Segerstrom Center Cameron Mackintosh’s legendary production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera” is returning to thrill Orange County audiences once again. This revitalized production features Maria Björnson’s brilliant original design, which was widely praised when the show reopened at His Majesty’s Theatre in London in 2021.

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Strickland’s Ice Cream Celebrates 90 Years and Two Sweet Years in Costa Mesa

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Strickland’s Ice Cream of Costa Mesa is celebrating a major milestone. The Ohio-born ice cream institution marks 90 years of business while also celebrating two successful years serving Orange County. Founded in 1936 in Akron, Ohio, Strickland’s Ice Cream is one of the state’s longest-running and most beloved ice cream concepts. Known for its ultra-creamy, small-batch ice cream made fresh daily on site, the brand has remained a generational favorite for nearly a century and continues that tradition in Southern California.

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Phantom: A Perfect Gift Idea

Give the Gift of an Unforgettable Night Out: “The Phantom of the Opera” Returns to Segerstrom Center Cameron Mackintosh’s legendary production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera” is returning to thrill Orange County audiences once again. This revitalized production features Maria Björnson’s brilliant original design, which was widely praised when the show reopened at His Majesty’s Theatre in London in 2021.

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December 18, 2025

Celebrate the Season at Pendry Newport Beach

The holidays are here, and Pendry Newport Beach is ready to celebrate with a festive lineup of dining experiences, family fun and seasonal traditions. From breakfast with Santa to pastry hours and menorah lightings, the resort is bringing holiday cheer to guests, members, and the local community throughout December.

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Inside Poppy’s, Anaheim’s New Go-To for California Cuisine

Poppy’s is quickly becoming a go-to dining spot in Anaheim, rooted in California cuisine and led by an excellent chef with a thoughtful point of view. Located inside Hilton Anaheim, the restaurant is the hotel’s new signature dining destination and the centerpiece of its reimagined food and beverage program, part of a broader multimillion-dollar renovation.


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