BAG OF CAKES
Here you’ll find cakes, of course, but also cruffins, doughnuts, brioche, Tokyo rolls, scones, bread pudding, cookies, cream puffs, eclairs, and financiers. Everything is made fresh in house every morning for guaranteed quality and taste. The shop offers a long list of beverages to rival the list of pastries. Find classics such as a Spanish latte ($5.80) and cortado ($4) as well as trendier options like a matcha einspanner ($7.80), banana pudding matcha latte ($8.50), and a variety of sparkling-ades ($5.50). 1964 N. PLACENTIA AVE., 657-258-0018
HABIBI’S
The city recently welcomed another spot to its thriving coffee scene, but this time with an Arabic influence. The menu boasts specialty drinks alongside flatbreads, desserts, and pastries to enjoy in an ambience as pleasant as the name. Try the Habibi House Latte with cardamom; the Toasted Butter Date Latte that combines date molasses, sesame seeds, and butter toffee cold foam; or the passion fruit matcha ($7 to $8 each). Pair it with sweets like knafeh ($7) and strawberry Nutella pie ($12) or try a savory mana’eesh flatbread ($7 to $16). 2720 NUTWOOD AVE., 949-436-7223
NEAUMIX FIT
This boutique fitness studio aims to build healthy and strong bodies and minds with reformer Pilates and barre routines for any fitness level. For those new to these low-impact, full-body workouts, sign up for a level one class to focus on the foundations and proper form at a slower pace. Attend a level two class for more advanced instruction. And don’t forget your grip socks! 2493 E. CHAPMAN AVE., 949-447-3544
PROGRAMME SK ATE & SOUND
Two specialties, one storefront. This full-service skate shop builds and repairs boards in a space filled to the brim with music memorabilia. Find everything from vinyl, cassettes, and CDs to apparel, accessories, and band merch. Create a custom skateboard with the vast selection of decks and parts available. Programme also hosts live shows, meet and greets, sales, giveaways, and more. Find all the latest news and updates on the shop’s website and Instagram. 2495 E. CHAPMAN AVE., 714-798-7565
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