By Jody Robinson There’s something about life in South Orange County that naturally unfolds outdoors. Maybe it’s the golden light that lingers a little longer. Maybe it’s the way dinner drifts from the kitchen to the patio without a second thought. Here, the backyard isn’t an accessory — it’s an
Where Beautiful Design Meets a Better Way to Remodel By Jody Robinson There’s something exciting about remodeling a home. It’s the promise of a fresh beginning—the chance to take a space that no longer quite works and transform it into something beautiful, functional and distinctly your own. For Ben Taherian,
By Jody Robinson There are certain holiday traditions that become part of your family’s story, and for us, visiting Universal Studios Hollywood during the most wonderful time of the year has always been one of them. What began when our kids were little has grown into a tradition we still
By Jody Robinson There are girls’ nights out, and then there are evenings that feel like you’ve stumbled into a secret. That was the feeling I imagined stepping into Highball and Naisho Omakase, two new Costa Mesa concepts that opened side by side earlier this year. The plan is simple
Americana Reimagined By Jody Robinson Photography by Diana Schmitt, Accent Portraits by Diana On a sunny afternoon in the River Street Marketplace in San Juan Capistrano, just a few steps from the historic charm and walkable streets that make the town so beloved, there’s a shop that feels less like
By Sherre Cook, Prearrangement Advisor, Anubis Cremations Talking about end-of-life planning isn’t something most people look forward to, but after more than 13 years helping families navigate these decisions, I’ve learned that planning ahead is one of the greatest gifts we can leave our loved ones. When someone passes away
A Pizza Lover’s Guide to Naples Ristorante e Bar By Timothy Robinson As the newest intern wandering the pages of South County Magazine, I’ve learned that the best stories often begin at the table—and as a self proclaimed pizza aficionado, I know a great one when I taste it. My
By Jody Robinson As the sun sets over Orange County, a beautifully illuminated home takes on an entirely new personality. Pathways glow with warmth, architectural details emerge from the shadows, and gardens become dramatic outdoor retreats. Great landscape lighting isn’t simply about visibility—it’s about creating an experience. For more than
Some partnerships are built in the boardroom. Others are forged over decades of friendship, mutual respect and a shared commitment to excellence. At Orange County Plastic Surgery at CosmetiCare, the collaboration between Dr. Juris Bunkis and Dr. Deborah Ekstrom is rooted in more than surgical expertise—it is the culmination of
Wine Country There are few places in California where the landscape seems so perfectly designed for wine. Rolling hills draped in vineyards stretch toward distant mountain ranges, oak-studded ranchland unfolds beneath endless blue skies, and coastal breezes drift inland from the Pacific. Santa Barbara Wine Country is defined by its
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