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June 13, 2007
Driving: Me Crazy!
You know what I hate most about my new life in Orange County? No, not that. That either. What I hate is that if I stay out any time later than, say, 10 p.m., the odds seem to be about 50/50 that the freeway exit I need will be randomly closed. Or even that the entire freeway will be randomly clos ... More >>
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June 19, 2007
Black and Blue at the zoo
You know what I hate most about my new life in Orange County? No, not that. That either. What I hate is that if I stay out any time later than, say, 10 p.m., the odds seem to be about 50/50 that the freeway exit I need will be randomly closed. Or even that the entire freeway will be randomly clos ... More >>
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June 27, 2007
Sonic Youth to Retrofit Urban Outfitters for Radio Benefit
Avant-garde jam band Sonic Youth and electronic-pop tunesmith Dntel (Jimmy Tamborello of the Postal Service) will be playing a free concert to benefit KXLU-FM 88.9 (Loyola Marymount University's campus station) at Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade Urban Outfitters, Saturday, July 21 (time as yet ... More >>
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January 31, 2008
KCRW, Now with Even More User-friendliness
Extraordinarily popular Santa Monica-based radio station KCRW 89.9 FM is introducing a new cutting-edge media player that, its publicist claims, “will empower online listeners to make KCRW their own.” (Does that mean we have to make the coffee, too?) KCRW’s Director of New Media, Anil Dewan ... More >>
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May 6, 2008
My Bloody Valentine to Tour N. America (Fingers Crossed)
It's the musical equivalent of J.D. Salinger emerging from seclusion. A mere 16 years since their last visit to this continent, shoegazer-rock masters of the omniverse My Bloody Valentine return to feed us with their bliss. Among the eight dates [see below; ht- Pitchfork], there'll be two at the San ... More >>
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May 27, 2008
DJ Frane at the Continental Room Tonight
Don't try this at home: DJ Frane's infamous "lightning lip scratch" trick. Recent Sprawl of Sound star DJ Frane will be spinning at Continental Room's event in Fullerton tonight; he also plans to play some records. And oh what records he'll play. Anyone who's heard his bongadelic hip-hop instrume ... More >>
Food
May 31, 2001
Insane In the Membrane
How to cook Santa Monica Seafoods yummy shellfish
Columns
February 6, 2003
Ramblings From the Lady on the Megaphone at the Peace Rally Who's So Annoying You Almost Become Pro-
How to cook Santa Monica Seafoods yummy shellfish
Blogs
January 15, 2009
Indie 103.1 Goes Off The Airwaves, Lives On Online
Edit: As you can see, the shock of this news has affected more than one of us here on staff...Acclaimed LA/OC radio station Indie 103.1--which attracted nationwide attention due to their deep playlists and unconventional specialty shows in the face of increasingly uniform FM radio formats--is abando ... More >>
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March 25, 2009
If Your Tap Water Tastes Like Rocket Fuel, Go Here
California's Department of Toxic Substances Control, which oversees the ongoing cleanup of a toxic site in Chino Hills which for years had been an Aerojet manufacturing facility, is collecting public comment on its efforts through April 10. Some testimony will be gathered at a ... More >>
Food
December 20, 2007
Counter Intelligence
The quest for the perfect burger ends in Irvine
Columns
February 13, 2003
New Column!
The quest for the perfect burger ends in Irvine
Features
January 4, 2007
2007: Looking Back at the Year Ahead
Predictions for 2007
Film
June 2, 2005
Wipe Out!
Lords of Dogtown lays it down and pretty
News
December 19, 2002
Slate Nailer
Conservative James Lacy plays turncoat to sway elections
Features
February 1, 2001
Holy Mackerel!
We came, we saw seafood, we ate it, we left
Columns
November 2, 2000
Lost Weekend
Finding the OC in LA
Columns
September 9, 1999
Letters
Finding the OC in LA
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April 30, 2009
Marché Moderne's Market Is A Feast For the Senses
As I mentioned recently, Marché Moderne is celebrating two years at South Coast Plaza with a two-night special tasting menu and market for diners. Last night was the first night; I attended--and also Twittered about the experience. The food was superb, the dishes showcasing top-tier produce from th ... More >>
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May 7, 2009
Monday Night BBQs Are Back On the Menu At Ho-Hum Habana
May is National Barbeque Month (yay!) and, so far, the weather's playing ball.Good to hear, then, that Habana at the Lab recently reintroduced its Monday night BBQ (from 10pm till midnight, from now through Labor Day), held on its gorgeous, romantic patio. Assuming I could ever last that l ... More >>
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July 21, 2009
Notable Releases - 7/21/2009 A Free Show at the Santa Monica Pier
Some notable releases for July 21, 2009:Sugar Ray-Music For CougarsAfter a six year hiatus to pursue other interests (like lead singer Mark McGrath hosting Extra), Sugar Ray have returned to produce music for... um.. judging by the title, middle aged women who frequent clubs in pursuit of stra ... More >>
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February 1, 2010
[UPDATED:] Trabuco Canyon's Lila Rizk Guilty in Massive Real Estate Fraud
UPDATE: At her sentencing in a Los Angeles federal court today, Trabuco Canyon's Lila Rizk received a three-year prison term for her role in a massive mortgage fraud scheme that caused tens of millions of dollars in losses to federally insured banks.A federal jury on Aug. ... More >>
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October 21, 2009
Free Crap That Came In The Mail: Everclear, 'In A Different Light'
Is there any more concrete evidence that a band is out of ideas than releasing an album full of new recordings of old songs?
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January 18, 2010
Overheard at the Farmers' Market, Part 3
I've always been a bit weirded out that the farmers' market near UCI is something of a tourist attraction. I understand the Santa Monica Wednesday market (it's huge) and the Hollywood market (it's in Tourist Central), but Irvine? Nevertheless, the parking lot fills up with out-of-state plates as ... More >>
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March 10, 2010
Oscar Winners Bust Sushi Restaurant For Allegedly Serving Whale
Did you hear about the sting operation recent Oscar winners for The Cove conducted at The Hump in Santa Monica? The covert investigation led to allegations that the popular restaurant was serving endangered whale meat. Above is the ABC 7's news clip on it. It became a national story in a ... More >>
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April 1, 2010
The Language Archive
South Coast Repertory
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April 29, 2010
Mariela Rebollo of Barcelona On the Go, Part 3
Photo by Kimberly ValenzuelaWe've been teasing you with the promise of a recipe from Chef Mariela Rebollo of Barcelona on the Go, but the day is here: if you head out to Santa Monica Seafood (the chef's recommendation for your octopus needs), you can make pulpo a la Gallega, or Galician-style oct ... More >>
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May 3, 2010
Gettin' Made: Crafty Classes for May
Picture from the Home Ec website Students from Jenny Ryan's Sewing 101 class show off their finished tote bags - learn how to make your own this month! May is here, time to scope out the craft class offerings around southern California! Get to Home Ec in Silverlake tonight for the monthl ... More >>
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June 3, 2010
Gettin' Made: Craft Classes for June
How is it June already? If you're running behind on your New Year's resolution to pick up a new craft technique or two, it's not too late - sign up for one of this month's craft classes being offered around the southland! Learn how to make this babydoll dress at Home Ec in Silverlake this mon ... More >>
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June 9, 2010
TONIGHT: Quadron at Commonwealth Lounge
So what's the reward for taking a horribly underrepresented musical genre in your native country and playing the hell out of it? In the case of Danish R&B duo Quadron, it's been well worth the risk.
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July 5, 2010
Katy Perry, Reinterpreted: "California Gays"
Filmmaker Ryan James Yezak made one of the cutest interpretations of Katy Perry's "California Gurls" we've seen. In it: hot, hairless twinks, a tribute to the movie Mean Girls, and various recognizable spots around Santa Monica.
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August 4, 2010
Gettin' Made: August Craft Classes
The last month of summer is upon us, and if you're looking for a way to get your learn on before heading back to school next month we've got you covered with a whole slew of craft classes available in and around Orange County! Look at all the great things you can learn how to make at The Urban Craf ... More >>
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September 2, 2010
Santa Monica: The Art of Summer Opening Reception
OCCCA
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September 9, 2010
Santa Monica: The Art of Summer
Orange County Center for Contemporary Arts
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October 1, 2010
Gettin' Made: BAM Fest Tomorrow in Santa Monica
Looking for something to do this weekend? How about an event that combines your love of booze, paintings and tunes? You're in luck--the first Beer, Art and Music Festival takes place tomorrow to bring you three great tastes that taste great together! After the jump, details on ho ... More >>
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November 3, 2010
Gettin' Made: Craft Class Schedules for November
The holiday season is upon us, and the economy's not much better than it was last year. There's no better time to learn a new crafty skill so you can make fabulous, money-saving gifts for your friends and family--thankfully, there's a slew of craft classes available near you to get you started! ... More >>
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December 1, 2010
Mitsuwa Marketplace Offers 20-Percent Off Everything Today!
For one day only, Mitsuwa Marketplace in Costa Mesa is offering 20-percent off everything in the market--yes, that includes ready-made sushi, bento boxes, meat and seafood--and yes, the place is a fucking madhouse.
Blogs
December 10, 2010
Bruxie Gourmet Waffle Sandwiches Already Planning a Second Location
Professor SaltClick here to see our slideshow of Bruxie Gourmet Waffles.Damn, that was fast: barely a month into its existence, not even a month after Shuji reviewed it and before Edwin could make his way down there, Bruxie Gourmet Waffle Sandwiches in Old Towne Orange is already looking to open ... More >>
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February 18, 2011
Dervaes Family Sends Out Ridiculous Press Release Claiming They're Not Trying to Shut Up Urban Homesteaders
Say what you will about the dingbat Dervaeses of Pasadena, the family that stirred a national controversy when they decided to trademark the terms "urban homstead" and "urban homesteading," but at least they're remaining consistent. They've maintained their innocence from the start, blaming a conspi ... More >>
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March 16, 2011
"I Used To Be a Vegan" by Zion I & The Grouch: Vegan Underground Rap Yo!
This last Sunday, I bit the bullet and tagged along with an "amiga" to a Jersey Shore-themed family party in Walnut. It didn't really work out, but at least I got the scoop for a bad-ass underground rap song.My then-unofficial cuñado ("brother-in-law," for you non-español forkers) Kenny Segal l ... More >>
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April 26, 2011
KCRW Global Street Food Fest SOLD OUT--But Win a Pair of Tickets NOW
Piaggio on Wheels will be there this Sunday, and so can you!SOOOOO...remember that panel I'm going be on this Sunday in Santa Monica, alongside KCRW-FM 89.9's Evan Kleiman, celebrity chef Jet Tila, and Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic Jonathan Gold? If you're interested, tough tamales--event is ... More >>
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May 12, 2011
World's Most Expensive Bowl of Pho Goes for $5,000
Edwin Goei/OC WeeklyAnQi's basic $9 pho. Pretty good, but will $4,991 in gourmet ingredients (and some cash for charity) make it better? We would hope. The pho experience is anything but fancy, and that's just fine for all of us at SAFII. Tarnished napkin holders, murky ice water, tattered booths ... More >>
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May 17, 2011
John Cole, Paroled Sex Offender, Accused of Fleeing Ankle Monitor and Jerking Off to Pilates Class
Police arrested a wanted Santa Ana parolee who allegedly jerked off while watching a pilates class in Santa Monica.John Cole was originally popped for suspected indecent exposure, but police in Santa Monica later discovered the 54-year-old was also wanted in Orange County for allegedly failing to ... More >>
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June 20, 2011
C.J. Jacobson from Top Chef Season Three: Nice Guy, Should Open a Restaurant in his Native OC!
I'm not really appropriate to take out in public settings, so it was nice to see my chica set up a double date for us, even better when she was taking us out of OC and into the nether regions of LA. The place: Son of a Gun, the new-ish seafood place by the guys behind Animal, that restaurant that ... More >>
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July 21, 2011
Drunk After Work: The Counter
The Place: The Counter, 6416 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine, (949) 336-7272; www.thecounterburger.com.The Hours: Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Blogs
November 7, 2011
[UPDATE: A Statement From Tovar] Goldenvoice's 30th Anniversary Fest: Social D, Bad Religion, Descendents Headline
UPDATE, NOV. 7, 9:52 A.M.: Founder Gary Tovar explains the lineup in a statement: "The artists and lineup for these special shows were chosen to reflect the bands that embraced and were instrumental in building Goldenvoice from day one. Like us, they had just the right screws loose. Because of th ... More >>
News
November 17, 2011
The Huntington Beach Surf Riot: A New Perspective
An English photographer unearths his shots of burning cop cars and surfboards from 1986, then brings them back to SoCal
Music
November 17, 2011
Big Sean, Now Really Big
The Detroit rapper lives the dream on his debut album
Blogs
December 5, 2011
Irvine's Mitsuwa Marketplace Food Court To Host Santouka Ramen
Edwin GoeiIt would've seemed a safe bet to assume that the new Irvine Mitsuwa Marketplace going into the 13,800 square feet space at Heritage Plaza that was formerly Ace Hardware would contain a Santouka Ramen. At every single Mitsuwa Marketplace in the US (Costa Mesa; Torrance; Los Angeles; Sant ... More >>
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December 22, 2011
The Toledo Show
Harvelle's
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