Chef Sang Yoon, chef and proprietor of the celebrated Father's Office gastropubs in Los Angeles, is bringing his most anticipated new concept to Orange County, and South Coast Plaza lands the debut. Tiny's Burger opens this Monday, June 15.

The concept lives on Level 1 near Carousel Court and brings together an Americana burger stand and a konbini-style snack shop under one roof. The name is a tribute to Yoon's late Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, a famously opinionated dog whose uncompromising personality apparently shaped the whole venture. The space leans into a playful outdoor feel brought indoors, nodding to the classic American burger stand while leaning global with its snack shop component.

The menu is a collaboration between Yoon and Chef Nanor Harboyan (Helms Bakery, Destroyer), and it does not play it safe. The signature burger is a 4 oz. dry-aged beef patty dressed with Tiny's sauce, a blend of gochujang, ssamjang, ketchup and mustard. 

The Tokyo Dog is a 10-inch Nathan's all-beef hot dog topped with bonito flakes, furikake, kewpie mayo and sweet soy. Other standouts include Miso Mac n Cheese with American and sharp cheddar cheeses plus white and red miso, an All Beef Chili finished with Chinese chili crisp, Salt and Vinegar Tots and Pineapple Dole Whip.

The konbini shop carries house-made grab-and-go sandos and salads alongside snacks and drinks sourced from around the world.

Tiny's Burger is open seven days a week. Hours are Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., No. 1000, Costa Mesa.

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Fashion Island is bringing back one of Newport Beach's most beloved summer traditions. For six Saturday evenings this season, the Neiman Marcus-Bloomingdale's Lawn transforms into an open-air concert venue for Live on the Lawn, a sunset music series presented in partnership with ETA Presents.

Running June 13 through Aug. 1, the series features an all-star lineup of Los Angeles jazz musicians who have performed alongside Aloe Blacc, Jason Mraz, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, John Legend and Kendrick Lamar. Each night kicks off at sunset, with a relaxed coastal atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in, sip something cold and let the music do the rest.

Grab-and-go picnic meals and refreshments are available for purchase from Bloomingdale's 59th & Lex Cafe, Mendocino Farms and Scratch Bakery Cafe. Reservations are required and can be made through Eventbrite.

Here's a look at the full 2026 lineup:

June 13: A Tribute to Dr. Lonnie Smith Organist Wil Blades honors the jazz legend alongside guitarist Jeff Parker, who recently toured with Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and percussionist John Davis.

June 20: Danny Janklow + Elevation Band Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Danny Janklow leads this funk-and-jazz ensemble, joined by John Davis on drums and Cooper Appelt on bass.

June 27: Millstone Reverie with Adam Levy and Molly Miller Two formidable jazz guitarists team up for a blend of Americana and modern jazz. Miller serves as principal guitarist in Jason Mraz's touring band; Levy has recorded with artists including Tracy Chapman.

July 18: Alex Schwarz Trio Bassist Alex Schwarz leads one of the LA scene's most inventive trios, with Horace Bray on electric guitar and Anthony Fung on drums, performing original compositions and modern jazz improvisation.

July 25: A Tribute to James Williams Drummer Shawn Baltazor draws on deep New York jazz roots to lead an all-star quintet celebrating pianist James Williams, with Sam Brash on piano, Jameel Robers on saxophone and Brad Williams on electric guitar.

Aug. 1: Daniel Rotem Quintet Saxophonist Daniel Rotem closes out the series with a quintet featuring Kellen Harrison and Jonathan Richards on bass, Nicole McCabe on saxophone, Juliet Knowles on trumpet and Jonathon Pinson on drums, performing both classic standards and original works.

For tickets and more information, visit FashionIsland.com.

Three years in the making, The Curated Life Shoppe quietly landed in Laguna Beach this past April, and it was worth every moment of the wait.

Owner Michelle Trotter spent years traveling to France, handpicking products on each trip and putting them into storage until she found the right space to present them. She was specific about what that space needed to be. "I just knew that the base of the interior had to be white to highlight the beauty of each product," she says.

The result is a boutique destination filled with one-of-a-kind home goods, tabletop pieces, textiles and lifestyle products sourced directly from France and across Europe. Think French turbans, scarves and velvet pillows, hand-painted pillows, beach towels with matching duffle bags, Turkish towels and robes, wine glasses, 24-karat gold-rimmed cups and saucers, and soaps that might just replace your entire skincare routine.

The products have stories behind them, and Trotter sought them out intentionally. As she traveled and sourced, she listened for the makers who lit up when they talked about their craft. It was almost always women. "It wasn't just trial and error," she says. "It was apprenticeship and intention in crafting."

Two items have her particular attention. Her favorite beach bag and weekender, available in shades she calls mango and mojito, comes from a small-shop artisan in Toulouse who has scaled to meet growing demand without sacrificing quality. Then there are the soaps from Marseilles, which she stocks because they transformed her own skincare routine. "Allow such an indulgence without the flight to France," she says.

Trotter's love affair with French culture started in her teenage years, flipping through fashion magazines and gravitating toward the avant-garde color and design of the 1980s. Decades later, she traded holiday gifts one year for a family trip to Europe and never looked back. The experience became the foundation for her future travels, friendships built across the Atlantic, and eventually the inspiration for one of her children to settle in Paris permanently.

What she brings back from France is harder to bottle than any product. "When in France, I am always at peace, moving quietly, absorbing the ease of the people around me," she says. She describes sitting in a friend's brasserie, watching regulars place a coin on the counter each morning without a word, just a nod. That kind of easy exchange is the spirit she's after at The Curated Life.

Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday. 

The Curated Life is at 1540 S Coast Hwy in #104 Laguna Beach. 949.818.5433

Pictured here Carnitas Sopes - Crispy masa cups piled with slow-cooked carnitas, refried beans, a bright avocado salsa molcajete, and cotija. 

Wild Fork, the specialty meat and seafood market known for its wide selection of responsibly sourced proteins, is inviting Orange County residents to explore international flavors during its upcoming World Cuts International Sampling Events.

The free events will feature products inspired by Mexico, along with chef-led grilling demonstrations, complimentary samples and meal ideas designed to elevate summer entertaining.

Wild Fork partners with farms and producers around the world to offer more than 700 high-quality products, all free from 100 unwanted ingredients. From everyday staples to premium and hard-to-find cuts, products are blast frozen at peak freshness to preserve flavor and reduce waste. Shoppers will find everything from beef, pork and poultry to seafood, lamb, exotic meats, prepared foods, fruits, vegetables and specialty items.

During the World Cuts events, Wild Fork chefs will host 15-minute Grill and Learn sessions at noon and 1 p.m., sharing tips and techniques for preparing international cuts and flavors on the grill. Guests can sample featured products, discover new recipes and learn about proteins from around the world.

The events are free and open to the public.

Event Schedule

Costa Mesa
Saturday, June 13, noon to 2 p.m.
Wild Fork
495 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa

Mission Viejo
Saturday, June 13, noon to 2 p.m.
Wild Fork
27785 Santa Margarita Parkway, Mission Viejo

Huntington Beach
Sunday, June 14, noon to 2 p.m.
Wild Fork
20002 Brookhurst St., Huntington Beach

Wild Fork also has a Laguna Niguel location at 28022 La Paz Road.

For more information, visit WildForkFoods.com.

Shopbop is bringing a four-day pop-up experience to Newport Beach June 4-7 at The Shore at Lido Marina Village. The temporary shop will feature a curated selection of fashion, accessories and lifestyle favorites from a variety of sought-after brands, along with special events and interactive experiences throughout the weekend.

Guests can personalize charm jewelry with Roxanne Assoulin on June 4, customize Alex Mill tote bags on June 5, and enjoy complimentary Madewell screen-printing with qualifying purchases June 6-7. The pop-up will also showcase brands participating in The Climate Pledge, including Reformation, Stella McCartney, DL1961, Faherty and others.

With waterfront views, summer style inspiration and a variety of exclusive activations, the Shopbop Pop-Up offers a fun way to explore new brands and seasonal favorites while strolling Lido Marina Village.

When: June 4-7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Shore at Lido Marina Village, 3300 Via Lido, Newport Beach
Admission: Free

For more information, visit Shopbop.com.

Orange County-based brand LYNKS began with a simple solution from a mother trying to help her daughter. Founder Lyn immigrated from Vietnam with big dreams and quickly faced the realities of long commutes, tight budgets, and shoes that never seemed to stay on her feet. Her mother came up with a practical fix using a simple elastic band, and that small idea eventually became the inspiration for LYNKS.

Today, LYNKS transforms that original concept into a stylish handmade accessory designed to help shoes fit more securely while adding a fashionable detail to your look. The patented “8 LOOP” design gently wraps around the foot for a more comfortable fit and works with everything from heels and flats to sandals and sneakers.

Available in prints, glitter, solids, and playful patterns, LYNKS lets you change the look of your shoes while making them easier to wear throughout the day. Each piece blends comfort, function, and style in a way that feels thoughtful and personal.

It is a smart idea with a meaningful story behind it, created by a local founder who turned a real-life challenge into something both practical and fashionable.

Learn more and shop styles at lynksco.com.

Sherman Library & Gardens is preparing to welcome Hazeltine’s, a new restaurant overlooking the gardens and Pacific Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. The restaurant will be operated by Damian Orozco, owner of the historic Tea House on Los Rios in San Juan Capistrano, and will focus on seasonal purveyor-to-table cuisine, thoughtful hospitality, and an expanded dining experience for Sherman guests.

Named after Moses Hazeltine Sherman and his daughter, Hazeltine’s will feature brunch, lunch, dinner, a full-service bar, and catering for Sherman events. The new two-story restaurant space also returns dining to the garden’s original roots, when light lunches were once served from the Tea Garden to visitors decades ago.

Before the restaurant officially opens, Sherman is offering a preview through the new Hazeltine’s Afternoon Tea Experience, held select Sundays throughout the summer and fall during seasonal garden exhibitions and installations.

The curated tea service includes loose leaf organic tea, seasonal scones with preserves and clotted cream, tea sandwiches, petit fours, strawberries and cream, and optional Champagne service. Vegetarian and gluten-free accommodations are available with advance notice.

Upcoming tea dates include June 14, July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 and Oct. 18 at Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar. Reservations and advance payment are required here, and space is limited.

Sherman Library & Gardens is located at 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar.

After nearly four decades serving the Newport Beach community, Champagnes Kitchen has officially opened its new Huntington Beach location, the first expansion for the family-owned restaurant since the original debuted in 1989.

Situated in the former IHOP space at Main Street and Olive, the 3,950-square-foot restaurant brings the brand's approachable service, elevated comfort food and family-friendly atmosphere to the heart of downtown Huntington Beach. At 1,000 square feet larger than the Newport Beach original, the new space gives the team plenty of room to grow.

The opening caps nearly a year of lease negotiations and roughly four and a half months of intensive construction and renovation. Working alongside longtime commercial builder Slater Builders and Steiner Studios, the Tobey family completely reimagined the aging space from the ground up, modernizing it while preserving the welcoming neighborhood feel that has long defined the Champagnes Kitchen experience.

Heading up the new location is a leadership team with deep roots in Orange County hospitality. Executive Chef Daniel Cherri, formerly of Lounge Group, leads the back-of-house culinary program. General Manager and Bar Manager Jordan Ramirez brings eight years of experience from Playa Mesa, where he built a strong background in operations, hospitality and team leadership. The connection runs deeper than the org chart: owner Matt Tobey and Cherri go back several years to their time working together at Wild Goose in Costa Mesa, and Ramirez and Cherri previously crossed paths through Lounge Group. It is a team with real chemistry, both personally and professionally.

Together, they are aiming to make Champagnes Kitchen Huntington Beach a go-to all-day dining destination for locals and visitors, with an emphasis on quality ingredients, approachable pricing and genuine hospitality.

The menu balances lighter fare with heartier options. Standouts include the Kale Super Food Salad, tossed with quinoa, apples, fennel, dried cranberries, roasted pumpkin seeds, candied almonds, mint, almond cheese and champagne vinaigrette, and the Hot Father Sandwich, piled high with griddled mortadella, capicola, salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, pepperoncini, Italian dressing and mayo on a fresh baguette.

Dinner brings dishes like Southern Fried Chicken with whipped potatoes, garlic green beans and chicken au jus, alongside a Pan Seared Rib Eye with sauteed broccolini, medjool dates, almonds and mint chimichurri. Save room for dessert: pastry chef Winnona, a CIA graduate, turns out lemon and hazelnut chocolate tarts, beignets and fresh cookies, including a Salted Toffee cookie worth skipping nothing else for.

With a wide variety of gluten-free and vegan options, the restaurant was designed to welcome everyone, whether guests are stopping in for a family breakfast, a casual lunch, date night cocktails or a solo meal near the beach.

Family-owned dessert café Uncle Fluffy is opening its second Orange County location at Triangle Square in Costa Mesa on Saturday, May 23.  Known for its airy and jiggly Japanese-style cheesecake, the popular dessert shop has built a following for its freshly baked sweet treats and specialty drinks. Uncle Fluffy also has an Orange County location in Huntington Beach.

To celebrate the grand opening, Uncle Fluffy will offer samples of its signature cheesecakes, tarts, lemonade and blended coffee drinks from 1 to 7 p.m.

The café’s fluffy cheesecake will be available in original, mocha, pistachio and lemon flavors. The original cheesecake comes in three sizes starting at $10.99, while specialty flavors are offered in the smallest size only.

Guests will also find a variety of freshly baked tarts including cheese, chocolate, matcha, mango and pistachio, along with macarons and mochi. Everything is baked fresh on-site daily.

In addition to desserts, the menu features hot and iced espresso drinks, matcha, blended coffees, fruit smoothies and other non-coffee beverages.

Uncle Fluffy is located at 1870 Harbor Blvd. at Triangle Square in Costa Mesa, facing Newport Boulevard. The shop will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call (949) 220-7579.

Uncle Fluffy is also located at 120 5th Street Suite C120 Huntington Beach.