Chiang Rai Thai in Tustin Serves Up Michelin-Recognized Northern Thai Cuisine

October 08, 2025

I’ve been on a mission to try more local restaurants that I haven’t experienced before, and Chiang Rai Thai in Tustin has been at the top of my list. It’s a buzz-worthy spot and for good reason. The restaurant has earned Michelin recognition three years in a row, in 2022, 2023 and 2024. This Tustin location opened earlier this year, while the original Chiang Rai Thai has been winning over diners in Long Beach for years. Word is definitely out, as the restaurant is almost always packed. Hot tip: join the waitlist on Yelp before you arrive. You’ll need to be within four miles of the restaurant to add your name, but it’s a great way to time your visit so the wait is short.

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Chili Chutney Brings Authentic Afghan Cuisine to Lake Forest

October 08, 2025

Authentic Afghan cuisine isn’t easy to find in Orange County. Ever since I tried the incredible dishes at Kor Kitchen in San Luis Obispo, I’ve been on a mission to find Afghan food closer to home. Gratefully, I discovered Chili Chutney Afghan Restaurant in Lake Forest, new to me but serving loyal guests since 2009.

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Santa Maria Novella Brings Centuries of Craft to South Coast Plaza

October 08, 2025

South Coast Plaza is now home to a celebrated Italian brand, Santa Maria Novella, one of the world’s oldest pharmacies established in Florence, Italy in 1221 by Dominican monks. Known for its historic perfumes, skincare products, and herbal remedies that have been sought out for generations. When you shop at Santa Maria Novella, you can find enchanting scents and gift items that any recipient is sure to treasure. Must have essentials include Acqua Della Regina – Eau de Cologne that’s renowned for being Santa Maria Novella’s oldest fragrance. Born of love, it was created in 1533 as a royal wedding gift from Caterina de' Medici to her future husband, Henry II of Valois. You can also find this regal fragrance in a room fragrance diffuser, scented candle, liquid soap, body cream and scented wax, for drawers and closets.

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California Wine Festival Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 17 - 18

October 08, 2025

Sip, savor, and take in the ocean views as California Wine Festival comes to Huntington Beach on Friday, October 17, and Saturday, October 18, at Paséa Hotel & Spa. The two-day celebration blends exceptional wine, fresh coastal cuisine, and live music at one of Orange County’s most scenic destinations.

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Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill Reopens Reimagined Anaheim Hills Flagship

October 07, 2025

Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill, one of Southern California’s most beloved family-owned restaurants, has reopened its Anaheim Hills location after an extensive renovation. The flagship restaurant now showcases a completely reimagined look and design, setting the standard for Rodrigo’s nine other locations.

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October 08, 2025

California Wine Festival Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 17 - 18

Sip, savor, and take in the ocean views as California Wine Festival comes to Huntington Beach on Friday, October 17, and Saturday, October 18, at Paséa Hotel & Spa. The two-day celebration blends exceptional wine, fresh coastal cuisine, and live music at one of Orange County’s most scenic destinations.

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October 05, 2025

Fashion Meets Film: StyleWeekOC Returns to Fashion Island October 15–19

StyleWeekOC returns for its 14th annual celebration of fashion, beauty, and culture, October 15–19, 2025, at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. The highly anticipated event once again partners with the Newport Beach Film Festival for its second year, blending the worlds of style and cinema across five immersive days. Guests can look forward to fashion shows, beauty experiences, celebrity conversations, red carpet moments, and panels set against the backdrop of Southern California’s premier open-air destination.

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September 29, 2025

Pacific Airshow Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 3-5

Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach will take place October 3 to October 5, 2025, showcasing one of the most impressive lineups of the world’s premier performers at the nation’s largest airshow by attendance. With an internationally diverse roster, the event will feature new attractions designed to bring the action closer to spectators than ever before, creating an unforgettable experience. This year’s lineup includes performances from the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the Royal Air Force Falcons Parachute Team, Anthony Oshinuga in the Pitts S-1, Aaron Fitzgerald in the Red Bull Bo-105 aerobatic helicopter, the WWII-era B-29 DOC, Sealed Composites, and the Goodyear Blimp, among many others.


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