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We scoured the coast and came up with the top beaches in Orange County, no matter what you’re in the mood for.
Little Corona Beach; photo by Michelle Pagaran
CROWN OF THE SEA
➜ Corona del Mar State Beach draws swimmers, body surfers, and sunbathers. With top-notch eats (Page 75) and updated showers and restrooms, this long, crescent-shaped beach is comfortable and welcoming, so much so that summer parking is a challenge despite its large lot ($1.50 to $4 per hour or $15 to $20 per day depending on the time of year). Anyone who doesn’t mind the winding, steep path to the sand from Inspiration Point can park in the neighborhood above and admire the luxurious homes along Ocean Boulevard. Lookout Point overlooking
Puesto Opens at Bella Terra Center in Huntington Beach April 23
Photographs by Michelle Pagaran
Puesto Bella Terra features an airy covered patio and a spacious, open dining room with modern yet earthy touches. Other highlights of the 7,600-square-foot space include a mesmerizing, parametric LED wave wall that reflects the coastal community of Huntington Beach. There is also a steel liquor carousel and signature liquor-shelving units. Even the bathroom mirrors feature a unique design element with playful animated neon sayings such as “You had me at tacos.”
The setting serves as the perfect backdrop for the restaurant’s renowned tacos with blue corn stone-ground tortillas and signature crispy melted cheese. The exhibition kitchen is helmed by Mexico City native and executive chef-partner Luisteen Gonzalez. On top of tacos, eat your way through a variety of items including esquite (grilled corn), chips and guacamole, ceviche, salads, and the wood oven-fired enchiladas served
5 Perfect Picnic Spots in Orange County
View from Crescent Bay Point Park; Photograph by Michelle Pagaran
The spring season invites us to spend more time with friends and family outdoors with a picnic. Here in Orange County, there are luckily many picnic-friendly (and Instagram-worthy) spots to do just that. To narrow it down, here are 5 of our favorites:
Crescent Bay Point Park
Crescent Bay Drive, Laguna Beach
Crescent Bay Point Park is the perfect Instagram-worthy picnic spot. This little park is also great for a date night, as it overlooks the sparkling Pacific Ocean and tide pools. Featuring lush grass and benches, there are many areas where you can set up a picnic.
9 Ways to Celebrate Easter in Orange County
Head over to
Downtown Disney to purchase your $8 map and stickers to begin an Easter egg hunt. Explore the downtown district searching for special hidden eggs which are based on Disney characters. After you record your findings, return to World of Disney or Disney’s Pin Traders to claim your prize.
The City of Dana Point is hosting
The Bunny Hop Trolley on April 3rd, from 9 a.m. to12:30 p.m. The trolley will make various stops across the city to hand out goodie bags to children under age 13. Check out their website for the detailed schedule.
Duck Donuts Opens at SteelCraft Garden Grove
The outdoor food hall recently welcomed Duck Donuts to its lineup. Co-owned by Huntington Beach resident Gary Kopel, the new location features an exhibition kitchen where you can watch the donuts being made to order. The robust menu also includes milkshakes, donut sundaes, donut breakfast sandwiches, and vegan options. Signature flavors include blueberry and maple bacon, but you can also customize each donut with your choice of icing and toppings.
Other locations in Irvine and Huntington Beach
Amazon Fresh Opens Second Location in Orange County
Located in Fullerton, the grocery store is distinguished by the Amazon Dash Cart, which allows guests to skip the checkout line. There is also free same-day delivery and pickup for Prime members.