Many months ago, we profiled Chef Joel Harrington, the farm-to-table innovator who helped launch Lido Bottle Works at Lido Marina Village as a fresh, sustainable option in the chic development catering to the bon vivant lifestyle. Now, Harrington is out and former Executive Sous Chef Amy Lebrun has taken over as Executive Chef. A lengthy…
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If you’re looking for a really great reason to bar hop and drink beer, we’ve got one especially for you: The second annual Winter Bar Crawl for a Cause is happening Feb. 24 on Balboa Peninsula. One hundred percent of proceeds from the event directly benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Orange County (CFF OC).…
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The stretch of beach just north of Newport Pier was eerily quiet Saturday morning as dozens paddled out in the memory of Joseph “Pepe” Anthony Tena. The beloved 60-year-old Newport Beach resident, businessman and entrepreneur was killed in a helicopter crash Tuesday when a Robinson R44 copter with Tena and three others onboard smashed into…
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A quiet, corner table, a candlelit dinner for two, a soft voice answering the phone with melodic exuberance, “Thanks for calling but we’re all booked up for tonight!” As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s wise to plan ahead. Nobody wants to be the one stuck at home with two cans of tuna fish and a 12-pack…
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According to NFL history, the football showdown this Sunday—pitting the Philadelphia Eagles against Tom Brady’s New England Patriots—will be the 52nd Super Bowl and the 48th modern-era National Football League championship game. According to our stomachs, it’ll be yet another chance to binge on disgusting bar food from the comfort of our very own living…
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Each week, we’re recapping the latest Bachelor episode featuring Seinne Fleming, former Newport Beach resident and current Season 22 contestant vying for Arie Luyendyk Jr.’s love. Welcome to #SeinneScenes, everyone … In the world of Seinne Scenes, we have our good weeks and our bad. Some episodes are abundant with Seinne; she’s smiling, offering commentary, wearing super…
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As news of earthquakes and tsunami warnings dominated the collective conversation last week, the city of Newport Beach may consider upgrading its earthquake-warning systems. “I believe it is our responsibility that first responders have the latest technology,” said Newport Beach City Councilman Kevin Muldoon.
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Malibu Farm is set to open at Lido Marina Village in spring 2018 and, as a sign outside the soon-to-be spot announces, it’ll serve alcohol, just as its sister location does in Malibu. (For reference, here’s the current bar menu at the latter establishment.)
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At the Jan. 23 Newport Beach City Council meeting, it was announced that Newport Beach Harbor Patrol will begin ticketing stand up paddle boarders (SUP) who do not have U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)-approved jackets. “If the jacket is the type that must be inflated, then it must be worn by the paddler,” explained Jeff Herdman, City Councilman…
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Ooh la la! There’re a new beauty salon at Triangle and spoiler alert: All services come with a complimentary glass of wine. Triangle Nail Bar & Spa, located at 1875 Newport Blvd., offers manicures, pedicures, eyelash extensions, micro-blading, permanent make-up and waxing.
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