New to The Neighborhood Articles

A Fresh Start

101 - Jan / Feb 21

Kerry Song, Founder and CEO of Abbot’s Butcher, in her Old Towne Orange office, discovered her passion for healthy meat alternatives after working as an investment banker in New York and San Francisco. Abbot’s Butcher With food trends like veganism and vegetarianism gaining popularity, companies... Read More →

Kerry Song, Founder and CEO of Abbot’s Butcher,...

Butaton Ramen

A Fresh Start

101 - Jan / Feb 21

Butaton Ramen Chef and Owner James Nguyen is proud to present his rich ramen, which was created based on his mother’s original recipes. “This is the best ramen I’ve ever made,” he says. “When I tasted it, I was so happy I started dancing around... Read More →

Butaton Ramen Chef and Owner James Nguyen is...

Jaxon's Scratch-Made Chix Tenders

Providing Flavorful Opportunities

100 - Nov / Dec 20

Joseph Mahon, who created both Burger Parlor and the newly opened Jaxon’s Scratch-Made Chix Tenders, holds two baskets of his homemade chicken tenders. As he transitioned from burgers to chicken, Mahon says he knew he wanted to keep his business in Old Towne because of... Read More →

Joseph Mahon, who created both Burger Parlor and...

Moana Nui School of Polynesian Dance

Making a Positive Impact

99 - Aug / Sep 20

Sheila Vaiura Walstead dances at a Moana Nui event. Walstead’s Tahitian name, Vaiura, means “sacred water,” so when she developed her own studio, she took the water inspiration to create the name Moana Nui, which translates to “vast ocean.” - - - - Moana Nui... Read More →

Sheila Vaiura Walstead dances at a Moana Nui...

Philz Coffee

is Making a Positive Impact

99 - Aug / Sep 20

From left to right, Philz Coffee employees Jose Ramirez, Nicole Siffrar, Rocky Covill, Emiko Haga and Mckenzie Kuyper stand in front of the soon-to-be-opened coffee shop. The Philz Coffee building keeps many of its historical features, including the three rolling doors used by the previous... Read More →

From left to right, Philz Coffee employees Jose...

1886 Brewing Company

with Proprietor Mike Hernandez

98 - Mar / Apr 20

Owner Mike Hernandez (left) and brewer Shaun Morgan toast to 1886 Brewing, which opens soon. The menu includes a mix of appetizers and entrees, and will offer IPAs, lagers, stouts, as well as craft cocktails. - - - - 1886 Brewing Company Something is brewing... Read More →

Owner Mike Hernandez (left) and brewer Shaun Morgan...

Marywood Hills

with Farrah Larson

98 - Mar / Apr 20

Neighborhood Sales Manager Farrah Larson stands in front of the property information for Marywood Hills, designed by The New Home Company. In 2019, The New Home Company was named 2019 Builder of the Year by Professional Builder Magazine. Marywood Hills On top of the beautiful... Read More →

Neighborhood Sales Manager Farrah Larson stands in front...

Shannon Family Mortuary

with Julie & Charles Link

98 - Mar / Apr 20

The new owners of Shannon Family Mortuary, Julie and Charles Link, intend to carry on the same personalized mortuary services as their predecessors. A fixture in Old Towne since 1933, the family-run mortuary offers caring, supportive service during what is often a difficult time for clients. -... Read More →

The new owners of Shannon Family Mortuary, Julie...

Heemo Sushi

with Head Chef Jeong Pil Son and Manager Brian Yoon

97 - Jan / Feb 20

Heemo Sushi head chef Jeong Pil Son (left) and manager Brian Yoon present a variety of their fresh entrees. Pictured (from left) are their Chef Special Sashimi Platter, Poki Salad, assorted sushi and Heemo Roll. They source their salmon from a well-known farm in Scotland... Read More →

Heemo Sushi head chef Jeong Pil Son (left)...

Smiles of Orange

with Dr. Maryam Jackson

97 - Jan / Feb 20

Meet Dr. Maryam Jackson and her team at Smiles of Orange. Pictured (from left) are Debbie (dental assistant), Karen (office manager), Dr. Jackson, Kasie (registered dental assistant), Dana (dental hygienist) and Karen (dental hygienist). In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Jackson runs an online blog... Read More →

Meet Dr. Maryam Jackson and her team at...