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Illustration by Martha Napier You love to learn about secret spots. How do I know? Every time we do a Hidden O.C. issue, it quickly flies off newsstands. Though we reveal new secrets about Orange County every few years, this one might be more relevant than ever because of what we’ve discovered. Our community has suffered. We’ve had to adapt and shift. We need different things masks, outdoor space, and generosity from each other to name a few. O.C. businesses have accommodated these needs in ways large and small. From online classes that can teach you anything to deliveries of veggies, books, and booze, here are places that are ready to help. We’ve rounded up goodies hiding in plain sight, such as chefs’ favorite dishes at their restaurants, as well as other treats that started quietly in the past year elegant tasting dinners at Knife Pleat or the all-takeaway gourmet menu from Jonathan Blackford at Fork and Knife. ....