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Spice of life: Irvine’s fieriest fare

4 weeks ago | irvinestandard.com | Benjamin Epstein

The enjoyment of spicy food is highly individual; what brings pain to one person brings pleasure to another. Communicating preferences to your server can be key to a dining experience that’s memorable in the best way. Kuan Zhai Alley at Los Olivos Marketplace presents China’s mala cuisine, mouth-numbing and spicy thanks to Sichuan peppercorns and chile peppers, respectively. Chef’s Special Dry Chili Chicken presents crispy chicken with loads of peppers. Mapo Tofu is peppercorn heaven.
Double Scoop in Irvine: New Bacio di Latte and Gelatissimo

1 month ago | irvinestandard.com | Benjamin Epstein

It has been 14 years since two brothers set out from their native Milan to discover the secrets of great gelato – and found them. Today, their “gelato puro” at Bacio di Latte is produced in each chic store daily according to ancient Italian recipes. Nearly 180 locations include the newest at Irvine Spectrum Center. Fruit for the gelatos and sorbets at Bacio di Latte is sourced from local producers; organic milk and cream come from family farms in Sonoma County.
Irvine Sports Roundup

1 month ago | irvinestandard.com | Tim Burt

Vaqueros take hoops league titleThe Irvine High School boys basketball team captured the Pacific Coast League title for the first time since 1991 with a perfect league record and advanced to the CIF Division 2A semifinals. The Vaqueros clinched their second league title in school history with a 65-60 victory over Northwood in double overtime in the championship. Irvine had a 22-game winning streak snapped by St. Bonaventure in overtime in the CIF semifinals.
Traditional Irish music comes to Barclay

1 month ago | irvinestandard.com | Tomoya Shimura

Irish traditional music band Danú, which has thrilled Celtic music lovers around the globe for three decades, will perform March 20 at Irvine Barclay Theatre. We asked founding member Benny McCarthy about the upcoming concert. What makes performing in the U.S. special for you? There is a huge connection between Ireland and the American people, and we enjoy bringing our culture on tour there. Many people have Irish roots going back generations.
Family celebrates more than three decades of taekwondo tradition

Jan 22, 2025 | irvinestandard.com | Marrie Stone

Serving Irvine since 1991 in two locations, Il-Do Taekwondo’s family-run business offers training by Grandmaster Chang Jin Kang (a ninth-degree black belt), Master Daniel Kang (a seventh-degree black belt), Master Lois Shim and Master Yoon Choi (both fifth-degree black belts). We spoke with the family to learn more about its prestigious tradition. What makes Il-Do unique? Daniel Kang: Aside from our longevity, few studios have a grandmaster. Even fewer have a grandmaster who trains students.
Library pioneer eager to serve community

Jan 22, 2025 | irvinestandard.com | Katherine Ellison

Julie Zeoli, the city of Irvine’s first librarian, says she’s eager to provide “world-class library services for a world-class city.”“Irvine has so many wonderful civic services, community centers and parks,” Zeoli says. “The only piece that was missing is an exceptional library system.”While other U.S. library systems are struggling with budget cutbacks, Zeoli’s position is enviable. Irvine recently appointed her to help create a brand-new system: Irvine Public Libraries.
Report finds rare balance – one job for each Irvine resident - Irvine Standard

Jan 22, 2025 | irvinestandard.com | Katherine Ellison

When Andrew Pellegrini moved to Irvine from Chicago four years ago, the main draw was a new high-level job at Edwards Lifesciences, a leader in Pellegrini’s chosen field of medtech. Yet Pellegrini – who now lives in Westpark with his wife, Libby, and their three young children – soon became just as excited about other attractions of his new home. “Being in Irvine was a huge, added bonus,” says Pellegrini, who is director of global health economics and reimbursement at Edwards.
SoCal’s top bike system gets even safer

Jan 22, 2025 | irvinestandard.com | Tomoya Shimura

Irvine has made biking safer and more fun with the recent opening of a new Class IV Protected Bikeway – the first of its kind in the city. This special type of bike path keeps cyclists separated from cars with grade separation, flexible posts and other physical barriers, providing a safer space for riders. The 1.25-mile path runs along Cadence between Radial and Chinon. Cyclists of all ages can ride on it, and electric bikes of all classes are welcome, too.
Memorable holiday meals

Nov 19, 2024 | irvinestandard.com | Benjamin Epstein

What makes a restaurant ideal for a holiday gathering? Dishes you won’t forget, special-occasion ambience and, of course, that it’s open on holidays. Here are three fine-dining destinations that offer memorable menus and decor and are open 365 days a year – including Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, Lunar New Year … whatever you wish. HabanaIrvine Spectrum Center“Every day is festive at Habana,” General Manager Rey Abreu says.
Irvine sports roundup - Irvine Standard

Nov 19, 2024 | irvinestandard.com | Tim Burt

Woodbridge High SchoolWoodbridge’s girls flag football team finished Pacific Coast League play with a 14-0 record, earning the program’s second consecutive league championship. “I am glad especially for the seniors who have been in the program for the past four years,” Woodbridge coach Mark Thompson says.