Christopher Luu

Christopher Luu is fashion and lifestyle writer born and raised in Orange County. After studying English at Chapman University he went on to the nation's capital as part of the National Journalism Center, where he wrote for Where Magazine covering art, dining and shopping. A devoted follower of fashion, beauty and culture, he's used his keen eye to cover everything from fashion shows, Broadway spectaculars and the latest openings in Orange County. Having previously written for Riviera Magazine, he's ready to share the hottest spots and the latest openings in a place where the sun sizzles all year long.

Posts by Christopher Luu

Touchdown!: Prego Ristorante’s Super Bowl Party

If your idea of a Super Bowl party doesn’t include clean-up but you still want to celebrate the Steelers and Packers facing off this year, no need to worry. Prego Ristorante is hosting their own celebration for the Super Bowl, so while you watch the game on their six flatscreen televisions, the only thing you’ll have to worry about it what to order for the next round.

Bowled Over: The Super Bowl at the Catch

This Sunday, it’s more than just a Super Bowl party at the Catch. This year, Super Bowl Sunday is falling on the Catch’s first anniversary, meaning the new location on Katella next to The Grove of Anaheim, Angel Stadium and a hop from Honda Center has been serving up some great food to hungry sports fans and music lovers whenever before and after games, concerts and whenever they’re looking for a fabulous place to have a meal.

Golden State: The California Biennial at OCMA

If you haven’t been to the Orange County Museum of Art to see the California Biennial, time is running out — the exhibition of California’s most innovative and imaginative contemporary visual artists is coming to a close Mar. 13. With over 150 works on display and dozens of special programs and performances, catch it before it’s gone.

Oh-La-La: The Top 5 Lingerie Stores in Orange County

While romance might be in the air soon, there’s no denying that a little steam won’t hurt when night falls and you’re slipping into something more comfortable. For some truly unique lingerie, there’s no better place to go than these top 5 spots for lingerie. From luxe layering to sweet seduction, you’ll be ready to bare in no time.

Opposites Attract: Rustica’s New Tasting Menu

If you’re looking to plan ahead for Valentine’s Day or if you want to treat yourself to a refreshing take on the prix-fixe dinners that are sure to have everyone’s hearts (and stomachs) swelling for the holiday, Rustica at Fashion Island will be hosting their twist on the romantic dinner Feb. 11-14 with Opposites Attract, proving that there’s more than one way to celebrate Valentine’s.

Hooray for Bollywood: Garba With Attitude at SCFTA

Forget those television dance competitions. Forget everything you’d think a dance competition would be, actually, because Garba With Attitude is ready to get you thinking differently about dance altogether. With teams from across the University of California system as well as other universities across the country, the Segerstrom Center for the Arts is primed to become a spectacle of sight and sound for a dance contest like no other.

Love is in the Sea Air: Retreat to Romance at the St. Regis Monarch Beach

Get away from it all this Valentine’s Day. Treat yourself and your special someone to a romantic weekend at the St. Regis Monarch Beach. With a full menu of special spa treatments and eats at the resort’s amazing restaurant, you’ll look like you spent a lifetime planning a romantic getaway without having to call more than one number.

Music Makers: The Academy Performers at South Coast Plaza

Some say that the sweetest sound is the steady ticking of a well made watch — and you’d definitely agree if you’ve ever had or seen one of Breguet’s elegant creations, but this weekend at South Coast Plaza, the Academy Performers will be staging special performances as part of The Sound of Breguet. So while beautiful watches sound pretty amazing, you can be sure that the music from these renowned performers will be just as sweet.

Lick Your Lollipop: The Top 5 Candy Shops in Orange County

Get your sugar rush on at any of these top 5 candy shops. Whether you’re about nostalgia or the latest and greatest, let your inner kid out and grab a handful of the sweet stuff. After all, is there anything the candy man can’t fix?

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