Sorrento Grille, the 22-year-old restaurant that’s still going strong in downtown Laguna, is hosting a beer dinner April 6th for fans of food and fine beer. Teaming with the North Coast Brewing Co., Chef Ryan Adams is creating a fresh, farm-to-fork menu that’s the perfect pairing for foodies and beer lovers alike. The North Coast […]

You’ve seen him on Project Runway telling would-be designers to make it work, to mitigate and to edit down their ideas, but now you’ll have your chance to see him in person when Tim Gunn presents the best of spring’s sartorial offerings at Fashion Island on April 16th. He’s teamed up with the Liz Claiborne, Inc., boutiques at the center to put on a fashion show and give tips on looking your best. Make room in your schedule and you’ll definitely be “in.”

Whether you need a java jolt or you’re just looking to relax with a few slow sips of espresso, there’s no denying that the rich dark brew is the only thing you need to forget about whatever’s stressing you or wearing you thin. And no matter where you are or what you’re in the mood in — a break from a day of power shopping? A quiet escape? — there’s something in this top 5 places to sip espresso that’ll have you relaxed and ready for more.

On March 14th and 15th, the Ritz Carlton was rocking, rolling and awash with white for Roth Capital’s two-day 23rd Annual OC Conference celebration. The two-night, two-concert event was split into a night for rock and roll — featuring none other than Joan Jett — and a second that was a white hot night of Miami Glam with a performance by Pitbull.

After the torrential rains we’ve been having here in Orange County, you’re probably ready to put away your Burberry galoshes and slip into your swimsuit. After all, there’s a reason you’re hitting up the gym every day. To take the hassle out of bathing suit season, the Swim Spot Pop Up Shops are open, giving you a chance to find the perfect suit to flatter your figure, flirt with lifeguards and feel like a million bucks every time you step out onto the sand or relax poolside.

On Monday, March 28th, Haven Gastropub — one of OC’s hottest spots for brews and pub grub — will be holding a fundraiser for relief in Japan. In the wake of the earthquake and tsunami that pummeled the island nation earlier this month, Haven is teaming with Mercy Corps to help the families affected in Japan.

Don’t know what to do for dinner tomorrow? For a feast and a fundraiser, Taco Rosa is the place to be. They’ll be hosting their monthly culinary demonstration, but in addition to getting schooled on the ins and outs of Mexican cooking, they’ll also be hosting a fundraiser for the Child Guidance Center, so sit down for a meal, enjoy the demo and enjoy the fact that with every bite you take, you’ll be giving back to one of the most important charities in OC.

Hopefully it’s been a few years since your last sake bomb — you know, with the shot glass plummeting into a glass of cheap beer — and you’ve learned to appreciate the Japanese spirit. If you need some help or if you just want to get a great selection, a visit to any of these top 5 spots is in order. Orange County’s got a great Japanese dining scene whether you want a divey bar or the best in haute sushi, so bottoms up!

For some real spring cleaning, you deserve to treat yourself to a few treatments that’ll slough off the winter dull-drums and get you radiant and ravishing for spring. After all, what’s the point of cleaning your closet and making room for the new collections if your skin is looking dull and weather worn? The Island Hotel is debuting two new treatments just in time for the seasonal shift — and any of your new shift dresses. Trust us, one visit and you’ll be glowing.