Avocado Toast: two words, two ingredients, too simple. Yet the ultimate questions is: why is the combination of these two items such an amazing and satisfying culinary combination? On their own, a great avocado and a slice of fresh toasted bread “ying and yang” in perfect culinary harmony. The myriad of additions to this delectable…
Read MoreLet us fill you in, before time runs out, on this incredibly convenient, groundbreaking, brand new service introduced to alleviate parking and transportation stresses on the Balboa Peninsula this summer! On June 17th, Newport Beach kicked off a free trolley service providing transportation to visitors and residents up and down the Balboa Peninsula. Offered on…
Read MoreAlthough still relatively young in the scope of world history, Newport Beach, CA is a destination with an ecelectic history. In the early 1800’s it was known as a shipping mecca, by the end of the century it became a popular fishing port, and as the 1900’s approached it became a filmmaker’s paradise, and eventually…
Read MoreBeing the new kid on the block is not always easy street – experiencing a new place and being among many unfamiliar faces triggers an enormous number of question marks. It takes loads of courage, confidence and that one new friend who’s willing to extend a helping hand. The one that’s open to showing you…
Read MoreLooking for some air conditioning and fun-filled activities after days spent at the beach? Newport Beach Public Library has you and your kids covered, offering opportunities to win prizes, make crafts, and various other hands-on activities to ensure an engaging learning experience all summer long. Head-on down to the Balboa Branch on July 13th and…
Read MoreIce cold drinks, delicious grub, and gorgeous views of sunny Newport Beach — that’s how Fourth of July in Orange County is meant to be celebrated. From a small burger joint right off of PCH, to a seaside spot serving up fresh seafood, these Newport eateries provide the perfect setting to ring in Independence Day….
Read MoreThere are times when beer and wine just won’t satisfy – your eyes wander to the list of hand-crafted cocktails and the intricate ingredients with meticulous efforts put into each beverage. The highly-anticipated summer season sparks creativity, curiosity and provides that extra incentive to loosen up and just chill out. Newport Beach restaurants have an…
Read MoreYes, it’s that time again, when the days are longer, the evenings are warmer and the calendar is jam packed with activities, playful fun and sheer relaxation. A concert on the green, jazz under the stars, summer reading programs for the youngsters, it is all happening! And here I have a quick run-down of some…
Read MoreSummer is here and the harbor is, once again, coming to life. Boaters are bursting with excitement and eager to launch out into the sparkling and welcoming waters of Newport Harbor and rev back up the engines. Or in the case of the iconic Duffy – switch on that electric motor for a leisurely cruise…
Read MoreThe shopping center is a much-maligned structure. For one thing, they’re not known as shopping centers in usual conversational parlance. Our inclination is to simply refer to them as strip malls. It’s so rote, your humble narrator admittedly typed “strip mall” in the opening sentence of this paragraph without thinking. This is a rather grievous…
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