By Allison Mitchell By Allison Mitchell | June 27, 2022 | Lifestyle,
Anna Kincaide, “A Little More Alive (Diptych)” (2022, oil and mixed media on canvas), 48 inches by 96 inches PHOTO: COURTESY OF JOANNE ARTMAN GALLERY
Make it a summer to remember and enjoy O.C.’s latest launches.
PAINTED LOVE The arts are alive and well at JoAnne Artman Gallery where its new Summer Lovin’ exhibition is now on display through Aug. 15. Featuring the works of artists Greg Miller, Michael Callas, Anja Van Herle, Anna Kincaide and Mary Finlayson, the mixed-media exhibit celebrates color and texture through depictions of swimmers submerged in water, fashionable female forms, flower-festooned figures and more. Visit JoAnne Artman’s Laguna Beach galleries by appointment to get inspired and find new pieces for your home chic home. joanneartmangallery.com
Balboa Bay Resort’s outdoor fitness classes take place just steps from the harbor. BY ZAC WALKER
BREAK A SWEAT Take your fitness routine outside with Newport Beach’s CAZ Training Club, which has partnered with Balboa Bay Resort to bring hotel guests complimentary classes every Monday. Held on the property’s Bayfront Lawn, the sweat sessions focus on high-intensity interval training and team cardio with strength-focused movements in a series of circuits to achieve the ultimate burn. Three afternoon sessions—at 4, 5:15 and 6:30—are on offer for up to 10 guests per class, ensuring CAZ’s deft trainers are able to give each fitness enthusiast plenty of dedicated attention. Now that’s flex appeal. caztrainingclub.com; balboabayresort.com
Jimmy Choo JC star bracelet and black acrylic JC cuff. AARNA SPA PHOTO BY THE MERITAGE COLLECTION
GOOD AS GOLD While Jimmy Choo fans have access to plenty of the British brand’s iconic footwear, its newly refreshed South Coast Plaza boutique is also one of the few locations to offer its beauty products—ranging from satin and matte lipsticks to high-pigment nail polishes—and stunning jewelry pieces. Pop your pout with 14 seductive shades, including the punchy Coral Sunset and the pearly dark-pink Magic Choo, then add some sparkle to your wrists with the signature JC cuff, available in a range of colors and sizes, and the whimsical JC star bracelet, decked out with Choo’s classic icons, the pearl, star and JC monogram. Shopping spree, anyone? jimmychoo.com; southcoastplaza.com
The OrangeSicle Mimosa is topped with Moët & Chandon Champagne. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
WISHFUL DRINKING Soak up the sun with a cocktail in hand at Lido House Hotel in Newport Beach, where its new poolside beverage menu has launched just in time for summer. Kick the morning off with the OrangeSicle Mimosa (orangesicle sorbet and vanilla bean topped with Moët & Chandon Champagne); spice things up with the Lido Libre (Mexican Coca-Cola and rum topped with lime foam); or chill out with the Summer Spritz (California citrus ice, fresh mint and Nolet’s gin). No matter the order, these fresh cocktails are sure to make a splash. Cheers! lidohousehotel.com
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SALT OF THE EARTH Aarna Spa—Paséa Hotel & Spa’s 5,800-square-foot oasis in Huntington Beach—continues to evolve with the debut of its new Salt Room. Highlighted by an expansive pink Himalayan salt wall, the healing space aims to reduce stress, increase energy and elevate the mood of its lucky visitors. Book a treatment, like Aarna’s Ocean Devotion—a 50-to 100-minute massage featuring Balinese oils—in one of its eight rooms; relax in the private Spa Garden, complete with fire pits and cabanas; or enjoy yoga and fitness equipment to break a sweat. Let the relaxation commence. paseahotel.com
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VEG OUT As plant-based diets grow in popularity, the offerings for vegan eaters continue to improve. The latest restaurant to join the veggie-forward movement is South Coast Plaza’s Paradise Dynasty, where more than a dozen vegan dishes are now available. Gourmands can expect vegetable-stuffed dumplings, buns and wontons swimming in chile vinaigrette; fried rice; stir-fried noodles; rice cakes; noodle soups; Dan Dan noodles; Mapo tofu and more. Downstairs, sister concept Le Shrimp Ramen will equally entice vegan diners with new vegan ramen soup with tofu, mushrooms and bamboo shoots, plus tossed dry ramen in chile vinaigrette. Sometimes, it is easy being green. paradisegp.com; southcoastplaza.com
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THE BREAKFAST CLUB Rise and shine in Newport Beach at the new OEB Breakfast Co. Located in Westcliff Plaza, the morning eatery offers patrons both traditional and inventive fare starting at 7:30AM daily. “I fell in love with OEB at first bite and knew it would be a wonderful addition to Orange County’s breakfast scene with its innovative dishes being unlike anything else I’ve experienced,” shares Walid Daoud, managing partner of Newport Breakfast Concepts LLC. Satiate your sweet tooth with the decadent French toast trifle or indulge your savory side with the Gold Digga Breakfast Bowl—duck fat-fried potatoes, poached eggs, fresh local cheese curds, Berkshire roast pork and brown butter hollandaise. Come hungry! eatoeb.com
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TOTALLY TORY Freshen up your seasonal wardrobe with Tory Burch’s annual summer capsule collection. Available in-store at select Tory Burch boutiques—including Costa Mesa’s South Coast Plaza—the limited-edition offering will launch in July and include a range of signature pieces in exclusive colorblock and graphic prints. Basket-weave designs shine bright in hues of yellow, blue, green and red, set against black and white backdrops. Inspired by the textures of vintage lawn chairs, garden lattice and wicker, and traditional beach umbrella colorways, the print is splashed across totes and a one-piece bathing suit with a matching wrap sarong, plus accented in bikinis, sandals and more. Go ahead, dive in. toryburch.com; southcoastplaza.com
PARADISE DYNASTY PHOTO BY RON DE ANGELIS
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