New to The Neighborhood Articles

60 - Nov / Dec 13

A longtime retailer in Old Towne, William Houchin (center) has added a second location to complement his venerable Watch & Wares Estate Jewelry shop on South Glassell in Old Towne. Opening this November next to Felix Continental Cafe in the Plaza, the new store displays... Read More →

A longtime retailer in Old Towne, William Houchin...

Etiquette for the Business of Life

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Candace Smith shares the fine art of etiquette with clients of all ages. Identifying with the struggles of learners everywhere, Candace teaches others how to easily navigate through a multi-course dinner, cocktail conversations, social introductions and more. Old Towne resident Candace Smith never felt entirely confident in social... Read More →

Candace Smith shares the fine art of etiquette with...

Growl Juice Pub

59 - Sep / Oct 13

Taking his cue from the craft beer concept, Orange native Josh Nichols serves up 100-percent organic, cold-pressed vegetable-and-fruit juice in six packs, growlers, flights and shots. His newly opened venue is located on North Glassell in Old Towne Orange. It’s only 500 square feet, but the newly opened Growl Juice Pub packs plenty of healthy... Read More →

Taking his cue from the craft beer concept, Orange native Josh...

Seven Gables Real Estate

57 - May / Jun 13

Headquarted in Tustin since the late 1970's, Seven Gables Real Estate has recently added an office in Old Towne that occupies an historic craftsman bungalow on South Glassell. President Mike Hickman (center) is surrounded by many of his long-time associates and staff. Take a stroll down North Glassell just a block from the Plaza and... Read More →

Headquarted in Tustin since the late 1970's, Seven Gables Real Estate has...

Orange Circle Optometry

55 - Jan / Feb 13

Dr. Ly Nguyen and Dr. Alex Romero recently acquired Orange Circle Optometry on East Chapman. The husband-and-wife team met in Florida at optometry school, but previously lived just 15 minutes apart from each other in Orange. - - - - Orange Circle Optometry All those in favor of... Read More →

Dr. Ly Nguyen and Dr. Alex Romero recently...

Smoqued California Barbeque

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Co-owners Mike Hernandez (left) and Drew Ciora have unveiled the all-new Smoqued California Barbecue on North Glassell in Old Towne. The hip, casual restaurant features an authentic wood-fired pit that brings a smoky flavor to beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, jalapeno sausage, St. Louis... Read More →

Co-owners Mike Hernandez (left) and Drew Ciora have...

Tiddlywinks Toys & Games

54 - Nov / Dec 12

Mom and entrepreneur Jeanie Viveros, along with her husband, Gil, show their playful side at the opening of Tiddlywinks Toys & Games in Old Towne. Kids are welcome to explore the many offerings while parents can reminisce among the variety of nostalgic toys. Pictured above... Read More →

Mom and entrepreneur Jeanie Viveros, along with her...

Old Towne Havana

53 - Sep / Oct 12

Old Towne Havana owner Budz Bedwan will soon be unveiling his newly expanded cigar shop on the Plaza, where premium hand-rolled cigars from around the world take center stage. A gathering spot for cigar aficionados, Old Towne Havana is busy rolling out its newly expanded space at 42... Read More →

Old Towne Havana owner Budz Bedwan will soon be...

SunSpark Yoga

52 - July / August 12

SunSpark Yoga in Old Towne occupies a historic building in Old Towne, where owners Ernie and Stacey Schuerman (pictured above) have transformed the space into a dedicated yoga studio featuring earth-friendly bamboo floors and a cadre of Alliance-certified yoga instructors. Always dreaming of owning their own yoga... Read More →

SunSpark Yoga in Old Towne occupies a historic building...

Wahoo's Fish Taco

50 - Mar / Apr 12

The Wahoo’s brothers (from left: Wing, Mingo and Ed) have established one of the most successful food chains in Southern California and beyond. They are pictured here at the VIP preview party of the new Wahoo’s Fish Taco on Chapman in Old Towne Orange. The highly anticipated arrival of Wahoo’s Fish... Read More →

The Wahoo’s brothers (from left: Wing, Mingo and Ed) have...