Culture OC Journalists Share Four Decades of Segerstrom Memories
Our writers, some of whom have been covering the Segerstrom Center for the Arts since the curtain rose on its first performance in 1986, recall memories from the past 40 years.
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Meet the Docents: Orange County’s Unsung Champions of Arts and Culture
If you think docents and volunteers simply greet visitors and give tours, think again. We take an inside look at the passion, professionalism and value they bring to Orange County’s cultural institutions.
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Top Secret Chef: Orange County’s Best Kept Culinary Secret Is Hidden Behind Closed Doors
Daniel Hohng leads the kitchen at the invite-only The Park Club California in Costa Mesa, turning out elevated California cuisine with an Asian flair.
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Gabriela Montero: Patriot and Pianist
The Venezuelan musician and activist will perform her own concerto with Pacific Symphony in a concert that features Pacific Chorale and includes works by Georges Bizet and Maurice Ravel.
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Why Monaco Could Be Your Favorite Italian
The team behind The Blind Pig and Blind Coyote Cantina rolls out a new restaurant in Irvine inspired by the owner’s heritage.
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Five Standout Spots at River Street Marketplace
The newest addition to downtown San Juan Cap offers sophisticated shops and restaurants while retaining the city’s Western vibe.
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Explore the World of Mexican Wines
Chaak Mexican Wine + Food Festival on Saturday will bring together 29 wines from seven states in Mexico and admission includes small bites from some of So Cal’s favorite Mexican restaurants.
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First Look at the Newly Renovated Lido Theater
The Newport Beach landmark gets a respectful renovation with a few new features, including a stage for live acts and a powerful sound system.
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Two Newbies Bring Popular Eats to Irvine and Yorba Linda
A couple of beloved local restaurants bring a breath of fresh air to their neighborhoods.
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Looking for Comfort Food? Yotam Ottolenghi Says Make It At Home
The best-selling author has a new book to chat about at his upcoming appearance at the Irvine Barclay Theatre on Oct. 13.
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First Look: Kei Coffee House in Westminster
Kei Concepts, the restaurant group that brought us such hip places as Vox Kitchen, Ini Ristorante and Nếp Cafe, has set its sights on coffee culture with an Asian and Southeast…
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10 Orange County Restaurants That Have Shaped Our Image of Mexican Cuisine
These industry leaders are tasty pioneers, helping diners appreciate one of Orange County’s favorite ethnic foods.