NEWPORT BEACH blog

The strawberry is widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and sweetness. First bred in Brittany, France, in the 1750s the garden strawberry can now be grown in your own garden given the right climate and…

Summer is on the way, and that sunny SoCal heat is in the air. Something about our California weather always makes spicy bites and margaritas seem very appealing, and what better way to gear up for Cinco de Mayo than…

National Barbecue Month National Loaded Potato Month National Chocolate Custard Month National Egg Month National Hamburger Month National Salad Month National Salsa Month National Strawberry Month May 1-7: National Raisin Week May 3-9: National Herb Week Daily Holidays May 1…

Fried chicken and waffles is a glorious combo that likely has roots in Harlem, where Wells Supper Club served the dish late night to jazz titans. Roscoe’s Chicken & Waffles is SoCal’s most popular practitioner, which Harlem native Herb Hudson…

For the past 16 years, the movies showcased during the Newport Beach Film Festival have been evokers of raw emotion. These flicks do more than merely make us laugh, cry, cheer, and gasp. They reach out and activate touchstones within…

Corona del Mar was bestowed the name “Crown of the Sea.” It is a special enclave here in Newport Beach and is now famous for its beaches & tide pools, dramatic cliff-side views and charming village shops, high-end boutiques and…

“Where to find the best ooey-gooey grilled cheese sandwiches in Newport Beach” In honor of April being pronounced as National Grilled Cheese Month, we’ve done some research and found 10 favorite local Newport Beach grilled cheese sammies. Whether they feature rare…

With the abundance of great restaurants in Newport Beach, it isn’t only ladies who lunch. Moms with kids in tow, a business meeting, even a birthday celebration can take on a new meaning when you find that perfect spot to…