New to The Neighborhood Articles

55 - Jan / Feb 13

Dr. Ly Nguyen and Dr. Alex Romero recently acquired Orange Circle Optometry on East Chapman. The husband-and-wife team met in Florida at optometry school, but previously lived just 15 minutes apart from each other in Orange. - - - - Orange Circle Optometry All those in favor of... Read More →

Dr. Ly Nguyen and Dr. Alex Romero recently...

Smoqued California Barbeque

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Co-owners Mike Hernandez (left) and Drew Ciora have unveiled the all-new Smoqued California Barbecue on North Glassell in Old Towne. The hip, casual restaurant features an authentic wood-fired pit that brings a smoky flavor to beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, jalapeno sausage, St. Louis... Read More →

Co-owners Mike Hernandez (left) and Drew Ciora have...

Tiddlywinks Toys & Games

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Mom and entrepreneur Jeanie Viveros, along with her husband, Gil, show their playful side at the opening of Tiddlywinks Toys & Games in Old Towne. Kids are welcome to explore the many offerings while parents can reminisce among the variety of nostalgic toys. Pictured above... Read More →

Mom and entrepreneur Jeanie Viveros, along with her...

Old Towne Havana

53 - Sep / Oct 12

Old Towne Havana owner Budz Bedwan will soon be unveiling his newly expanded cigar shop on the Plaza, where premium hand-rolled cigars from around the world take center stage. A gathering spot for cigar aficionados, Old Towne Havana is busy rolling out its newly expanded space at 42... Read More →

Old Towne Havana owner Budz Bedwan will soon be...

SunSpark Yoga

52 - July / August 12

SunSpark Yoga in Old Towne occupies a historic building in Old Towne, where owners Ernie and Stacey Schuerman (pictured above) have transformed the space into a dedicated yoga studio featuring earth-friendly bamboo floors and a cadre of Alliance-certified yoga instructors. Always dreaming of owning their own yoga... Read More →

SunSpark Yoga in Old Towne occupies a historic building...

Wahoo's Fish Taco

50 - Mar / Apr 12

The Wahoo’s brothers (from left: Wing, Mingo and Ed) have established one of the most successful food chains in Southern California and beyond. They are pictured here at the VIP preview party of the new Wahoo’s Fish Taco on Chapman in Old Towne Orange. The highly anticipated arrival of Wahoo’s Fish... Read More →

The Wahoo’s brothers (from left: Wing, Mingo and Ed) have...

Old Towne Orange Farmers and Artisans Market

Home Grown

45 - May / Jun 11

A team of community members helped bring the new Saturday morning farmers’ market to fruition. From left: Betsy Elliot, treasurer; Vicky Kisow, director; Brandon Kunkle, market manager; Nedra Kunisch, director; Brian Kunisch, secretary; Martha Turner, director; and Megan Penn, president. - - - - Old... Read More →

A team of community members helped bring the...

Old Towne Orange Walking Food Tours

Appealing Addition to Old Towne

44 - Mar / Apr 11

Taking to the streets of Old Towne are Deanna and Renee, proprietors of the newly launched Old Towne Orange Walking Food Tours. The two sisters are providing fun and informative tours that bring foodies together for cuisine, shopping and socializing. Old Towne Orange Walking Food... Read More →

Taking to the streets of Old Towne are...

Circle City Barbers

with Phil Hernandez

42 - Sep/Oct 10

Co-owners of Circle City Barbers, Phil Hernandez (left) and Eric Webb present quality barbershop services in a hip, retro environment highlighted by hot rod memorabilia and tattoo art. Eric’s longtime customers from his former Westminster location are flocking to Old Towne to support the new... Read More →

Co-owners of Circle City Barbers, Phil Hernandez (left)...

Laurenly Clothing Boutique

with Lauren Leigh Miller

42 - Sep / Oct 10

A Chapman University grad, Lauren Leigh Miller brings her boutique offerings to Old Towne in the form of Laurenly, featuring contemporary apparel and accessories for women. - - - - Laurenly Clothing Boutique “Chapman University graduate Lauren Leigh Miller always knew she wanted to open her own... Read More →

A Chapman University grad, Lauren Leigh Miller brings...