Posts by Christopher Luu

Haute Shops: Michael Stars Teams with Lucky Magazine

Do your tees fit you to a T? Do you have a wardrobe of tops that’ll take you everywhere from poolside to fireside at True Food? If not, Michael Stars does — and he’s teamed with Lucky Magazine for their Spring Trend Guide, a go-to resource for dressing for the season. And since you probably know the Michael Stars look, you can be sure that every outfit they’ve chosen will have you looking breezy, beautiful and — with the right pieces — like an effortless bombshell.

Haute Event: Music and the Movies Presented by TCM at Irvine Spectrum Center

Music and movies go together as naturally as peanut butter and jelly or chocolate chip cookies and milk. And like that classic black and white combination, you can hardly imagine movies without music. To celebrate the partnership, TCM is taking Music and the Movies, a traveling exhibition, to the Irvine Spectrum Center from April 21st -24th. After that, it’ll be part of TCM’s Classic Film Festival in Hollywood, bringing everything back full circle.

Haute Event: American Rag Cie Debuts the World Denim Bar

Got good jeans? You might think you do, but head over to American Rag Cie at Fashion Island, where they’ve opened their World Denim Bar, and you might just change your mind. They’ve got the best denim from around the world (hence the name) making it easy for some jean therapy — the expert staff is sure to get you slipping into something that accentuates all of your assets.

Top 5 Places to Order Prime Rib in Orange County

The best part of a low-carb lifestyle? Meat is anything but off limits, it’s encouraged. And when you think meat, you might think steak, but for some flame-broiled alternatives, try one of these top 5 places to order prime rib. Whether it’s on the menu every day or it’s a special just once a week, you can be sure that these restaurants are serving up the best cuts every time.

Haute Happy Hour: RA Sushi’s Manic Monday

You’re probably dreading April 18th — aka Tax Day — but after you gather your receipts, count your exclusions and get everything in order to send to Uncle Sam, you can breathe a sigh of relief at RA Sushi’s Manic Monday. As a gift to taxpayers throughout Orange County, they’re extending their happy hour from 3:00 p.m. to closing, letting you enjoy the evening with some of the best deals around. So forget about forms and unwind at RA Sushi.

Haute Event: the Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg Returns to the SCFTA

Ballet’s usually steeped in tradition and classical training, but when the Eifman Ballet of St. Petersberg adds a little bit of a remix to a classic, you know that there’ll be nothing but standing ovations. On April 26th, 29th and 30th and May 1st, the company will perform a riveting interpretation of Don Quixote at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, but on April 28th, the troupe will also be part of Tour de Force II, the center’s amazing celebration of dance.

Top 5 Omelettes in Orange County

If you haven’t gotten out and had breakfast in a while, don’t be surprised — not many people can manage it between yoga, pilates and other obligations — but if you do have a chance, and we’re not talking Sunday brunch, head out and take the time to sit down to breakfast. Try one of these top 5 omelettes, take a load off, and let everyone else go through their morning routine while you sit back and take it easy.

Haute Event: Beauty Day at 2nd Street Beauty

Put your best face forward for spring by stopping by 2nd Street Beauty as they host Beauty Day, a celebration of the best that beauty has to offer. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the beauty boutique will be showing you how to use the latest products so you can get your glow on from here on through the summer.

Haute Menu: the Dinner for Two Memorable Meal at Fleming’s

Some meals stay with you forever — we’re not talking about your waistline, we’re talking about the memories saved on your taste buds and stored away in your food fantasies. Meals like Fleming’s Memorable Meals are sure to have you reminiscing, and through May 15th, they’ll be offering a special Memorable Meal from Executive Chef Russel Skall that’s sure to be unforgettable.

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