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Broken Yolk Cafe now open at Crossroads

Broken Yolk Cafe, at Barranca Parkway and Culver Drive, serves traditional favorites and limited-edition items such as Kickin’ Chicken Corn Cakes and Pumpkin Spice Pancakes, along with 12-ounce mimosas. A ribbon-cutting ceremony in October...

November 19, 2024

3 outdoor adventures

Explore single-track trails Open access days offer a great opportunity to explore two seldom-hiked single-track trails: Rabbit Run and Fox Run. They’re rocky and steep, but a fun challenge offering fabulous views. Access the...

November 19, 2024

Generosity on display

The city of Irvine and the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee are inviting community members to join the annual Holiday Toy Drive, providing support and holiday cheer for families of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine...

Brazilian steaks now at Venture Park

Galpão Gaucho, a Brazilian steakhouse with roots in Napa Valley, has opened at Venture Park, near the airport. Inspired by Brazilian cowboy traditions, the menu presents 18 cuts of skewered meats in an all-you-can-eat...

November 19, 2024

South Lake Middle School wins honors

Irvine’s South Lake Middle School has been named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. South Lake is one of just two schools in Orange County and 356 nationwide...

November 19, 2024

Citywide Serve Day draws hundreds

More than 650 residents came together for Citywide Serve Day, organized by the nonprofit Love Irvine in collaboration with the city. Attendees gathered at Heritage Park Community Center before dispersing to nearly 30 service...

Irvine among nation’s greenest cities

Thanks to its abundance of parks, open spaces and trees, Irvine has been named one of the “Greenest Cities in America” by the finance website WalletHub. The 2024 rankings highlighted Irvine’s fifth-highest percentage of...

November 19, 2024

Sweet treat secrets and success

Pawel Pietrasinski, owner of Honey & Butter Macarons, has seen plenty of holiday seasons at Irvine Spectrum Center, as the shop opened in 2016. “I only have good things to say about Irvine Spectrum;...

Irvine sports roundup

Flag football nabs title Woodbridge High School Woodbridge’s girls flag football team finished Pacific Coast League play with a 14-0 record, earning the program’s second consecutive league championship. “I am glad especially for the...

November 19, 2024

Memorable holiday meals

What makes a restaurant ideal for a holiday gathering? Dishes you won’t forget, special-occasion ambience and, of course, that it’s open on holidays. Here are three fine-dining destinations that offer memorable menus and decor...