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Sarah Vanderveen: Once by the Pacific
Two women in hats, / feet solidly planted in the damp grass, / lean toward a canvas ...More
“You Say Tomato, I Say Gelato” By Sugar Mama
When it comes to New Year's resolutions, your loss is my gain. This is assuming you have "Lose that holiday ten!" on your list which, if you’re anything like everybody,…More
Sarah Vanderveen: Once by the Pacific
Surf check at Sammy's: / Clean lines, the swell filling in. ...More
Patty Pinto’s Hot Dish: Enter for a Chance to Dine With Pinto
Did you know that I am hosting a dining contest? I'm calling on ALL serious lovers of dining (fine and a otherwise) to enter to win an opportunity to take…More
Brita Corradini: The Last Second of the Last Minute ..
I’ve mentioned before that procrastination is my middle name. Those who know me would probably argue that it should be my first name.More
Sarah Vanderveen: Once by the Pacific
... I hit my brakes late | and slam into the car in front of me.More
Patty Pinto’s Hot Dish: Coffee, Tea & Tulips
The chef gazed intently at me from behind his kitchen counter. Affectionately known as the “Moody Chef," he can throw down against any expert pastry maker. ...More
OCBookBlog: “The Invisible Bridge” by Julie Orringer
I missed this novel when it first published in 2010 and although it received glowing reviews, it kept falling lower on the list, largely because it is a Holocaust novel…More
Dr. Vince: Baby Got Back (Pain)
Considering the extremely high rate of back pain in the public it is amazing that there is so much poor information on how to prevent it. Not only is most…More
Brita Corradini: The Lady Who Takes the Cake
The are so many people who have blessed me since my diagnosis. The obvious family and friends, my neighbors and old co-workers and even the strangers that follow my blog.…More
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Please give us your feedback on the following short videos. If you like, we'll do more; if you dislike, they're history. Thanks to you in… MORE
Globally Inspired
Innovative artist Fatemeh Burnes works locally and dreams globally, thanks to her storied past.
A winding road appears to recede into a void, topped by a dark, ominous looking sky. Yet there are patches of light, giving the scenario… MORE
Diary of a Detox
A Firebrand editor experiences a local health trend: juicing.
When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, diets, gym memberships and any sort of strategy to get fit doesn’t make the cut—after all, the surest… MORE
An Uncommon Experience
Chef Ryan Adams transforms conventional dining in his exciting new culinary adventure.
Gourmands take heart, the former Sorrento Grille, now 370 Common is a new creation by the master madman in the kitchen, Ryan Adams, and promises… MORE
Laguna’s New Lunch Star
Patrons can now enjoy the popular Asian coastal menu for lunch.
Starfish’s menu has many different scrumptious Asian options to tempt its diners. Luckily, now Starfish has added a comprehensive midday menu, answering the call for… MORE
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NB’s Top Ten
The best restaurants in Newport Beach, from two differing points of view.
Naming the ten best restaurants in town is sure to start a debate that can turn into an argument that may result in a family feud. People are passionate about their… MORE …
Collecting Art in The OC
A key to the local art world for visiting aficionados and burgeoning collectors alike.
Art collectors travel the world, visiting museums, galleries and auctions hoping to discover art that they simply must own. Even if buying a painting, photograph or sculpture isn’t the primary purpose… MORE …
A Galloping Trend!
The sport of polo takes off in Orange County.
Polo is fast, physical and furious. It’s a sport of noblemen and the social elite, fancy hats and sometimes spats. It has been played on elephants, horses, camels, bicycles and motorcycles.… MORE …
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