Diane Armitage
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The Drake
The Drake of Laguna Beach has just sailed past its second anniversary and is only increasing its velocity as it continues its graceful cruise. Last Sunday night, I opted for The Drake for a post-birthday dinner with one of my best friends. Aside from ordering a couple...
Rebel Omakase Now Taking Reservations for Aug. 17th Open
At last, the Japanese-founded dining experience – Omakase – has arrived in Laguna Beach. New owners Jordan Nakasone (“Itamae” or Head Sushi Chef) and wife, Debrah Cha, will be opening Rebel Omakase on Tuesday, Aug. 17th at 5 p.m. Initially beginning with dinner...
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Laguna Playhouse’s “Barefoot in the Park” a Must
Laguna Playhouse is debuting one of my all-time favorites, Barefoot in the Park, with shows that begin on Sunday, March 1st and run through Sunday, March 22nd. No less than Paul Rodriguez and Rita Rudner are in two of the four starring roles. Rodriguez plays the part...
2020 Patriot’s Day Parade Promises Fun & LESS Traffic Snarls!
In Laguna Beach, the well-loved Annual Patriot's Day parade starts at 11 a.m., which means hundreds of happy citizens participating, thousands watching from the sidewalks, and traffic diversions beginning as early as 9:00 a.m. The parade starts at 11:00 a.m. by Laguna...
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Chef Marc Cohen Permanently Closes Watermarc
On Monday (yesterday), Chef Marc Cohen announced that he has permanently closed his second restaurant in Laguna Beach, Watermarc. "I can't tell you how distraught I am to announce that Watermarc Restaurant is now closed permanently," he noted in his online message....
Did You Hear that Dinner Bell at Sapphire’s Pantry?
As you know, in the middle of all this uproar Restaurateur Russ Bendel is working to get the revitalized Sapphire, Cellar. Craft. Cook in play for those days when all of our restaurants are granted opening reprieve. While he still putters in the main restaurant, his...
Fabulous Salads to Beat Back the COVID Bloat
OK, let's admit it. When this whole "stay at home" thing began in early March, many of us may have been guilty of diving into comfort food and snacks. Three weeks ago, beef stroganoff and anything with pepperoni seemed very sensible and essential food groups to me....
New Craft Cocktails, Pizza Kits & … Spin Bikes?
Welcome to another week of imaginative cookery and cocktailing from our Laguna Beach restaurants! First, thanks to all of you out there who stepped up and ordered your Easter Sunday dining fare from one of our Laguna Beach restaurants. It buoyed many of our...
Easter Restaurant Options in Laguna Beach During COVID
I love celebrating Easter, but this year has almost gotten away from me. (Seems I've had other things on my mind. You, too?) Several restaurants are reporting special menus for Easter Sunday. Keep in mind that just about all of these restaurants offering Easter...
Tues, 4/7/2020 Restaurant Update & Cool New “Challenge”
Here I am again, back with more Laguna Beach restaurant updates for you. I hope the news I share here and at StuNewsLaguna is a happier daily briefing than most of the news you're seeing elsewhere. I've always adored our restaurant owners and chefs in this town. I'm...
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Giant Outrigger Race on Saturday, Aug. 10th
This Saturday, August 10th, something really big will be swimming in our Laguna waters. All 32 of the Southern California Outrigger Paddling Clubs begin the most strenuous part of their summer season – the 9-man relay race – in the annual Whitey Harrison Canoe Classic...
World’s Largest Skim Contest, The Vic 2019, Returns Aug. 18th
In May this year, the Pros' United Skim Tour began 2018's seasonal run for the crown at a full-on gallop. The Tour hits both coasts, with Cabo San Lucas and Santa Cruz early in the season, followed by East Coast Outer Banks (NC) and Dewey Beach, Delaware continuing to...
Monthly Garden Walk a Unique Discovery of this Magical Town
Saturday morning, on a last-minute whim, I joined Ruben Flores’ monthly Garden Walk. Years ago, Ruben started the Garden Walk at his original location at Mountain and Coast Highway and continued the tradition after moving the nursery to North Laguna at Jasmine. I tell...
Watch What You Do With That Tree!
The City of Laguna Beach recently adopted a Tree Removal Ordinance to establish protection of the urban forest in the City by requiring a permit be issued before the removal of private trees in three categories. This ordinance is in effect starting Thursday, July 26,...
Wine and Chocolate Tastings at Festival Each Thursday
My favorite weekly event at the Festival of Art? Easy. Thursday evening’s “Art, Jazz, Wine & Chocolate.” It's a great evening of wine and chocolate tastings, with great music to boot! I’m not sure that this event needs a lot of salesmanship. When you have art,...
Laguna Beach 4th of July Fireworks Show 2018
For 2018, the Laguna Beach 4th of July Fireworks show is once again originating from Monument Point at Heisler Park. Here’s the official scoop: Closures & Fireworks Schedule The Point itself will be closed the entire 4th of July day. And, at 5:00 p.m., the area of...
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