While everybody around him was “freaking out,” then 16-year-old Ryan Agzour maintained an almost unnatural calm, a seemingly impossible responsibility when having to apply CPR to one’s father suffering what sadly became a fatal heart attack. While learning Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in the third session of the high school version Read More
The Samueli Foundation, based in Corona del Mar, has announced its 2026 class of Breakaway and Build OC Fund grants, awarding $15 million to 89 Orange County-serving nonprofit organizations. While the grants reach into every corner of the County and cover a wide range of requests (some wildly creative, some Read More
On June 18, Hoag Hospital Foundation’s 38th Annual Hoag Summer Fest achieved unprecedented success, welcoming more than 1,400 guests for an unforgettable evening celebrating philanthropy, community, and world-class culinary experiences. Held at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, the event was made possible through the generous support of 25 sponsors and underwriters, led by Read More
America’s fastest-growing sport meets wine country at Sip N’ Dink, Southern California’s first Wine & Pickleball Tournament. On Saturday, August 1, 2026, players, winemakers and wine enthusiasts will gather at The Tennis & Pickleball Club at Newport Beach for a first-of-its-kind event combining competitive pickleball, premium wine, food, and philanthropy Read More
Rainbow Cone 244 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach At Rainbow Cone, you can purchase a signature cone with chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House (vanilla with cherries and walnuts), pistachio, and orange sherbet ice cream slices stacked on top of one another. Somi Somi Brea, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine Somi Read More
Cowhide Golf Covers Elevate your golf bag with handmade Columbian cowhide headcovers (starting at $125) that you can’t find anywhere else in the country besides Bentgrass Golf Supply. Each headcover is unique, so no one will have one exactly like yours. You’ll also find a cowhide golf bag ($1,700), a Read More
This week, we’re talking to a creative entrepreneur who’s gone from working in surf shops and corporate roles to building a standout eyewear brand rooted in design, culture, and sustainability. His work blends punk, vintage, and modern aesthetics and has been featured in GQ, Hypebeast, Complex, and Highsnobiety. Let’s get Read More
Since 1970, Childhelp Orange County has been raising important funding for programs aimed at child abuse prevention, intervention, and services. And it’s events like the annual For the Love of a Child Fashion Show and Luncheon that help the nonprofit continue in that mission. Held at the Hyatt Regency in Read More
JULY 11 THROUGH 25“HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD”Transport yourself back to Hogwarts and the wizarding world with this live stage performance. The six-time Tony Award winner has won the hearts of fans with its imaginative story and interesting characters. Watch as Harry Potter’s son becomes friends with the son Read More
Italian-born Massimo Navarretta has the heart and soul of a wine-loving farmer. Navarretta is the chef-owner of highly regarded Italian restaurant, Onotria Wine County Cuisine in Costa Mesa. He recently joined me in my home kitchen to share his delectable pan-seared branzino topped with a mound of herbaceous salad. Branzino, Read More
