Articles

73 - Jan / Feb 16

A Sweet Spot in Old Towne Orange

The Skeffington clan gather in front of the historic sign and pharmacy cabinet at the newly renovated Watson’s Soda Fountain & Café. New owner Billy (center behind Coca-Cola sign) with (from left): Ben, Billy’s wife, Laurie, Kendyl, Chanler, Taylor, Cole, Megan with grandbaby Tanner, Declan,... Read More →

The Skeffington clan gather in front of the historic sign and pharmacy cabinet at the newly renovated Watson’s Soda Fountain & Café. New owner Billy (center behind Coca-Cola sign) with (from left): Ben, Billy’s wife,... Read More →

73 - Jan / Feb 16

Field of Valor

Field of Valor In April 2015, when Gary Remland proposed that the Community Foundation of Orange (CFO) spearhead a Field of Valor in Handy Park on Veterans Day weekend to honor vets and raise funds for veterans’ causes, many doubted if the event could be... Read More →

Field of Valor In April 2015, when Gary Remland proposed that the Community Foundation of Orange (CFO) spearhead a Field of Valor in Handy Park on Veterans Day weekend to honor vets and raise funds... Read More →

73 - Jan/Feb 16

Richard Bausch

Richard Bausch Read Richard Bausch’s work and you almost feel like an eavesdropper. As the characters in his short stories and novels navigate the intensely personal scenarios in which he enmeshes them, you might feel compelled to give them some privacy—yet the well-crafted stories keep... Read More →

Richard Bausch Read Richard Bausch’s work and you almost feel like an eavesdropper. As the characters in his short stories and novels navigate the intensely personal scenarios in which he enmeshes them, you might feel... Read More →

73 - Jan / Feb 16

Hilbert Museum of California Art

Hilbert Museum of Califonia Art With its unique combination of manmade and natural—from the mountains and ocean to Hollywood—California is truly like no other state. It is the Golden State’s majesty and vibrant history that is depicted in the extensive California Scene painting collection at... Read More →

Hilbert Museum of Califonia Art With its unique combination of manmade and natural—from the mountains and ocean to Hollywood—California is truly like no other state. It is the Golden State’s majesty and vibrant history that... Read More →

72 - Nov / Dec 15

EagleWing Crossfit

A Healthier Orange

EagleWing CrossFit It’s the perfect fit for CrossFit, says Alisha and Bill Halczyn about the historic Old Packing House in Old Towne, where they opened EagleWing CrossFit gym last June. Located near the railroad tracks, the rustic, 1920s-era building has found a new life now... Read More →

EagleWing CrossFit It’s the perfect fit for CrossFit, says Alisha and Bill Halczyn about the historic Old Packing House in Old Towne, where they opened EagleWing CrossFit gym last June. Located near the railroad tracks,... Read More →

72 - Nov / Dec 15

Benjie's Delicatessen

with Lloyd Weinstein

Among famous and landmark restaurants in Orange County, Benjies New York Deli on Tustin Ave. just north of 17th St. in Santa Ana deserves a place of honor. Established in 1967 by Stan Weinstein, this venerable eating establishment now owned and operated by Stan’s son,... Read More →

Among famous and landmark restaurants in Orange County, Benjies New York Deli on Tustin Ave. just north of 17th St. in Santa Ana deserves a place of honor. Established in 1967 by Stan Weinstein, this... Read More →

72 - Nov / Dec 15

Andrew Carroll

Andrew Carroll When Andrew Carroll’s family home burned down a few days before Christmas in 1989, the loss of irreplaceable keepsakes resulted in a cousin, who heard about the fire, sending Carroll a letter that would profoundly change the course of his life. Dated April... Read More →

Andrew Carroll When Andrew Carroll’s family home burned down a few days before Christmas in 1989, the loss of irreplaceable keepsakes resulted in a cousin, who heard about the fire, sending Carroll a letter that... Read More →

72 - Nov / Dec 15

Cholame Vineyard

When Orange Park Acres landscape professional David DuBois and his wife decided to buy property in 2005 in San Miguel, he found the land well suited to growing wine grapes, so he prepared 10 acres and planted the best grape varietals for the location. “It... Read More →

When Orange Park Acres landscape professional David DuBois and his wife decided to buy property in 2005 in San Miguel, he found the land well suited to growing wine grapes, so he prepared 10 acres... Read More →

71 - Sep / Oct 15

Home Sweet Home

with Sue Jackson

Country Roads proprietor Sue Jackson relaxes at home with her granddaughter, Riley. The couch, which came from one of her dealers at her Country Roads antiques store, complements the eclectic décor that includes a late-1800s pine stepback cupboard, plus an old Downtown Orange parking sign... Read More →

Country Roads proprietor Sue Jackson relaxes at home with her granddaughter, Riley. The couch, which came from one of her dealers at her Country Roads antiques store, complements the eclectic décor that includes a late-1800s... Read More →

71 - Sep/Oct 15

Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders

with Steve Sims

International coffee importer Steve Sims has recently opened a barista café in Orange across from Home Depot on West Katella. The café fronts his new warehouse and headquarters of Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders, previously located in Placentia. Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders He previously worked in... Read More →

International coffee importer Steve Sims has recently opened a barista café in Orange across from Home Depot on West Katella. The café fronts his new warehouse and headquarters of Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders, previously located... Read More →