Break a Sweat and Build Confidence at OC’s Best Fitness Studios
Staying active and finding a supportive community can make all the difference in reaching your fitness goals. Irvine offers a variety of ways to stay active and meet new people while doing so. Here’s...
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Irvine celebrates Lunar New Year
On Feb. 9, Cheer Pan expects sightseers to line up near the Giant Wheel at Irvine Spectrum Center, as they’ve done for the past four years, to celebrate Lunar New Year and watch the troupe of Chinese...
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SoCal’s Best Beers?Here in OC
The beer scene in Orange County is booming with local favorites and innovative brews. Here are some favorite hotspots to try. In addition to eye-catching designs on its cans and great beers, Left...
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Elegant Korean Barbecue!
Striking new Kalbi Social Club at Irvine Spectrum Center serves Korean barbecue. Its name, kalbi, refers to the marinated beef short ribs grilled at the table. Animated scenes of Korea and clips of...
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Stars of Restaurant Week: Luxe Week
Only during Orange County Restaurant Week, on through Saturday, can you find a Columbia River steelhead sandwich plus sweet potato fries and seasonally inspired soup … for $20. That lunch is an option...
View ArticleDouble Scoop in Irvine: New Bacio di Latte and Gelatissimo
It has been 14 years since two brothers set out from their native Milan to discover the secrets of great gelato – and found them. Today, their “gelato puro” at Bacio di Latte is produced in each chic...
View ArticleNew Greek spots in Irvine: Nick the Greek and Great Greek
Online food guide TasteAtlas has deemed Greek cuisine the best in the world for this year. As if on cue, two celebrated Greek fast-casual restaurants have opened in Irvine: Nick the Greek at Culver...
View ArticleSpice of life: Irvine’s fieriest fare
The enjoyment of spicy food is highly individual; what brings pain to one person brings pleasure to another. Communicating preferences to your server can be key to a dining experience that’s memorable...
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Rivan welcomes everyone at new Irvine Spectrum Center space
Locals are flocking to the new Rivian space, which opened at Irvine Spectrum Center in late March. Anyone curious about the Irvine-based electric vehicle brand is welcome to stop by to get a closer...
View ArticleIVC’s Arts Village transforms campus creativity, with more to come
Since opening a year ago, Irvine Valley College’s Arts Village has improved how students learn and create in the arts. The $61 million complex includes three new buildings with dedicated spaces for...
View ArticleMarket dining: In-store burgers and more
Grocery stores used to be places you went to get … groceries. Upscale markets such as Gelson’s and Whole Foods now offer in-house, sit-down venues with engaging menus, thoughtfully curated beer and...
View ArticleEaster brunch: Hop over to Irvine Spectrum Center
Easter is a time for family gatherings, fancier clothes and a special meal offering a world of flavors. At Irvine Spectrum Center, brunch options include café con leche French toast and New York steak...
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A symphony of talent: Irvine students take center stage at Donald Bren Honors...
More than 600 student musicians filled the stage at the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, transforming one of Southern California’s most prestigious venues into a celebration of talent,...
View ArticleSpring lamb: Get this delicacy year-round at these spots
Natraj’s Tandoori offers a dozen lamb specialties at The Market Place and Quail Hill Shopping Center. From its tandoori oven come tikka kebabs and the naan-wrapped kathi roll. Other entrees include...
View ArticleIrvine celebrates open space at Quail Hill
Families, hikers and cyclists gathered under sunny skies at Quail Hill Trailhead on April 19 to celebrate Irvine’s expansive network of parks and open space — a cornerstone of the city’s...
View ArticleMargaritas Modernas and more: Puesto Los Olivos
Cinco de Mayo is a great reason to head to festive Puesto at Los Olivos Marketplace. Try the clarified margaritas by head of spirits Beau du Bois. Clarifying a cocktail, also known as milk-washing,...
View ArticleThe Market Place: The ultimate destination for fish and chips in OC
Several destinations at The Market Place offer fish and chips – reminiscent of England, where fish and chips eateries are as iconic as double-decker buses. Lodge-inspired Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar...
View ArticleTry new Paradise Biryani Pointe at Spectrum Center
Paradise Biryani Pointe, new at Irvine Spectrum Center, specializes in the cuisine of India’s historic Hyderabad district. The brand has its origins in a small cafe inside a cinema called Paradise in...
View ArticleIrvine Scores High in 2025 National Rankings for Parks and Family Life
Irvine has again received national recognition for its parks, open space and quality of life, with recent accolades highlighting its appeal. The city was ranked second in the nation for parks by the...
View ArticleNew hot-pot spots: Fast and Moo-Moo
Irvine has two new hot-pot destinations – Moo-Moo Hot Pot in Northpark and Fast Hot Pot at University Center. Step one at Fast Hot Pot: Choose a soup base – from nonspicy chicken broth to flaming hot...
View ArticleCulinary Adventures: Kids Eat Free this summer at Irvine spots
Your whole family can explore, share and savor. Little foodies get a tasty trip around the globe throughout the summer via the new Culinary Adventures: Kids Eat Free program. Sundays through Thursdays...
View ArticleCucina marks its Sweet 16
Founded in 2009 by visionary restaurateur Tracy Borkum, the Cucina restaurant brand has grown from a bold post-recession experiment into a Southern California mainstay known for its innovative design,...
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