The Scout Guide Newport Beach, Volume 2

NEWPORT BEACH CALIFORNIA

Newport Beach-based Michelle Q. Linovitz Real Estate Group is comprised of an extraordinary team of real estate advisors who are results-driven and forward thinking. Harnessing exceptional marketing skills, vast knowledge, and an extensive network, the Michelle Q. Linovitz Real Estate Group provides unparalleled local representation and expertise. With some of the area’s most exceptional property offerings and an impeccable track record yielding over $500M in career sales, Michelle and her team provide clients with an unrivaled full-service experience catered to each and every need. No matter how ambitious the goal at hand, let us show you how we can do real estate better .

AN OCEAN OF OPPORTUNITY AWAITS

ALEXANDER MARINE USA offers an unrivaled premier selection of new yachts on the West Coast, as well as an extensive selection of pre-enjoyed yachts from coast to coast. Our promise is to put you in the ideal yacht to match your discerning lifestyle. From initial contact to final contract, our expert staff will serve with integrity, competence, and confidentiality.

Join us on the journey to making your yacht dreams a reality. Contact us today to get started...

Experience the best of NEWPORT BEACH at LIDO MARINA VILLAGE. Dine al fresco along the water, and explore a mix of charming boutiques and stylish shops. Experience an inviting village ambiance while you stroll, and discover creative details at every turn.

BEAUTY

& FITNESS BEAUTY & FITNESS

Aesop

Cos Bar

Curl Fitness

DINE & DRINK DINE & DRINK

Circle Hook

Lido Bottle Works

Malibu Farm

Nobu

Recognized by the Michelin Guide

Le Labo

TReSs Apothecary + Salon

The only waterfront salon in SoCal

Rye Goods

Skål Pizza

Zinqué (zin-kae)

FASHION

& ACCESSORIES FASHION & ACCESSORIES

Alchemy Works Harbor House

Aloha Collection

Bad Birdie

Clare V.

Cynthia Rowley

Eberjey

elysewalker Faherty

The Great.

Check out the latest nds in the former bank vault

SPECIALTY & HOME SPECIALTY & HOME

French Buckets Flower Cart

Lido Village Books

Malibu Farm Home Collection

Serena & Lily

Jenni Kayne LoveShackFancy

Marrow Fine

The RealReal

Roller Rabbit

Kids can create complimentary bracelets while you shop in store

Stoney Clover Lane

Velvet by Graham & Spencer

Shoppe Amber Interiors

Sugar Paper

Vision Electric Boat Rental

Catch the sunset on the bay in an electric boat

Illustration

by: Gibb

Tiffany Greenleaf Owner

INTERIOR DESIGN

BRENT & TRACEY M c KEE

MIKE CLOSE President

NEWPORT THE SCOUT GUIDE ® BEACH vol. 2

Welcome to the second volume of The Scout Guide Newport Beach. This guide is a celebration of the people behind the exceptional local businesses in Newport Beach — the entrepreneurs, makers, and creators who have followed their passions and share a commitment to our town and the surrounding communities.

We hope this guide will inspire discovery and connection. Browse it, display it, share it, and most importantly, use it. Shop, dine, drink, throw a party, buy a house, renovate, decorate. Whether you’re a visitor, newcomer (welcome!), or a longtime local, we are sure you will nd something within these pages that will help enhance your life and enjoy our city to the fullest.

To each member, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for being a part of this powerful and collective network. It is an honor to tell your story, and I can’t wait to share more about you in the coming year.

To Newport Beach at large, thank you! And to our readers, thank you for using this guide. Next time you’re at one of these businesses, be sure to stop by and meet the people that make Newport Beach such a special place to live, work, and play — and don’t forget to tell them The Scout Guide sent you!

Cheers!

Catherine

CATHERINE LOWE Editor Owner

Victoria Kennedy Gallery Owner

Meet the newest local design collaboration – The FlairHunter x BrewerSweet Co. Be prepared for elevated interiors, unparalleled style, and a unique design experience like no other.

TAILOR - MADE AFRICAN SAFARIS

At Ubuntu Travel, we care about your whole journey. From the moment you speak to our travel specialists to your return back home, we are dedicated to making every detail of your safari in Africa absolutely flawless and with memories to last a lifetime. Africa is waiting for you. Named Condé Nast Top Travel Specialists for four years running.

KATHRYN MILLER, third generation jeweler. Shop a curated collection of exquisitely crafted fine jewelry in 14 and 18 karat gold and platinum or create a completely custom piece of your own.

Shelley Geiler Owner

DANIELLE DAVIDSON DULEY Owner

A HISTORICAL MUSEUM DEDICATED TO COLLECTING, CONSERVING, AND PRESENTING THE LOCAL HISTORY AND CULTURE OF NEWPORT HARBOR

A Family Museum For the Young and Young at Heart

BIMNB

Katie Koentje Owner

LIZ CANADY Co-founder

SUSAN BUSH Co-founder

CHAN LUU

MOTHER DENIM

NATALIE MARTIN

THE GREAT.

BEEK..

XIRENA

GIGI CLOZEAU MISSONI

HEATHER TAYLOR HOME

LISA CORTI

VOYAGE ET CIE

TINA FREY DESIGN

FLAMINGO ESTATE

ESTELLE COLORED GLASS & MORE!

Audrey Elo Owner + Curator

[ tro oˈvī ] A lucky find, a found treasure, something stumbled upon by chance.

ANTIQUE AND VINTAGE LIMESTONE FOUNTAINS, POTTERY, FURNITURE & INTERIOR PLANT STYLING

NESTLED IN THE PICTURESQUE

Sonoran Desert, the Valley of the Sun warmly invites you to relax and immerse yourself in the serene indulgence of self-care, outdoor exploration, exceptional cuisine, and vibrant arts and culture. A short trip from the coast, the sister cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale collectively provide the ideal destination for embracing authentic local experiences in the Grand Canyon State. Explore additional Scouted Destination recommendations at thescoutguide.com/phoenix

STAY

ARIZONA BILTMORE | CIVANA WELLNESS RESORT & SPA

FOUR SEASONS RESORT SCOTTSDALE AT TROON NORTH

ROYAL PALMS RESORT & SPA

SANCTUARY CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN

THE BOULDERS RESORT & SPA | THE GLOBAL AMBASSADOR

THE HERMOSA INN | THE PHOENICIAN

SHOP

AMY ATELIER & MAN ATELIER | CAMELBACK FLOWERSHOP

CAVE + POST TRADING CO. | FRAMED EWE | CORNELIA PARK

FOUND HOME & DESIGN | GARAGE BOUTIQUE & CONCEPT STORE

MANOR | METALMARK FINE JEWELRY | MODERN MANOR

TO BE CONTINUED | THE COLLECTOR’S HOUSE | URBANA

VALERIANNE | WILLOWS FINE GOODS & DESIGN

DINE

ARCADIA FARMS CAFE & THE MARKETPLACE

BENEDICT’S CAFE & BENEDICT’S CATERING

BINKLEY’S RESTAURANT | BACANORA | LAGRANDE ORANGE

CHRISTOPHER’S AT WRIGLEY MANSION

ESSENCE BAKERY CAFÉ | GLAI BAAN | PIZZERIA BIANCO

SOTISSE | TARBELL’S & TARBELL’S WINE STORE

TRATTO | VALENTINE

EXPERIENCE

ARTSTUDIO 1.0.1 | BENTLEY GALLERY

BONNER DAVID GALLERIES | DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

HEARD MUSEUM | PHOENIX ART MUSEUM

SCOTTSDALE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART | TALIESIN WEST

WESTERN SPIRIT : SCOTTSDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST

thehardwarehousekitchen.com

714.273.8552 | @thehardwarehousekitchen

CANDY HIRTE Owner

Home Decor

Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Jennifer LaBanca, R.N.

Bryan Doonan, M.D.

ASHLEY IRENE Founder + Culinary Garden Designer

Innovating to solve our youth’s greatest challenges since 1981

orangewoodfoundation.org | @orangewoodfoundation

THE ORANGEWOOD FOUNDATION is so fortunate to be welcomed into The Scout Guide Newport Beach community. Its members have shown up for Orangewood Foundation and the youth we serve in such creative ways this last year. Some have used their talents to make our spaces more organized while others have imparted wisdom or shared their cooking skills at youth events. Others have donated auction items or even opened their own doors to host events benefiting our mission. If you’re looking for a way to give back to your community, follow the lead of The Scout Guide community, who have creatively employed their time, talent, and treasure to support youth in Orange County. Reach out to Orangewood Foundation to learn more about how you can make a difference.

Jeannie Denholm Owner

Elaina Graham, Founder & Owner

TOP TEN NEWPORT BEACH

THE CULINARY SCENE

Thanks to an influx of new restaurants, Newport Beach has become Orange County’s top culinary destination. Across its ten unique neighborhoods, find a wealth of culinary delights – seemingly on every corner. From swank restaurants touting steaks, seafoods, and sommeliers to healthy eateries and hidden local gems, Newport Beach offers over 400 restaurants to please every palate. Need to narrow down your options? We recommend new-to-Newport hotspots like Skal Pizza, SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa, Palmilla Tequila y Cocina, SET Steak & Sushi at Pendry, Toastique, Starfish, The Whaler, Parakeet Café and JOEY.

DON’T MISS: Newport Beach’s signature culinary experience is the Dock & Dine. Simply rent an easy-tooperate electric boat and head to over a dozen waterfront restaurants in Newport Harbor to dock your boat and dine inside or order a Dock & Dine and enjoy a floating picnic.

ROGER’S GARDENS

Family owned and operated since 1975, Roger’s Gardens is a Corona del Mar landmark. With a veritable wealth of horticulture, it’s the ultimate destination for the botanically-inclined. Expect hundreds of plant species – from herbs and fruit trees to roses, landscape plants, and indoor trees – alongside gardener essentials like tools, imported Italian pottery, fountains, and plant care favorites. You’ll also find a well-curated selection of indoor/outdoor furnishings, entertaining essentials, and gifts, as well as an impressive lineup of educational programming and enthusiastic garden experts to answer your every question.

DON’T MISS: Over-the-top seasonal events from their holiday boutiques to the world’s largest tomato plant sale.

THE WEDGE

The Wedge is one of the most iconic surf spots on the West Coast and, certainly, in Orange County. Located at the extreme southeast end of Balboa Peninsula at the intersection of the beach and a manmade jetty, the right south or south/west swells can produce waves up to 30 feet high. A serendipitous byproduct of alterations to the Newport Harbor (completed and re-dedicated on May 23, 1936), The Wedge stole Newport Harbor’s unofficial title as the West Coast’s premier surf spot.

DON’T MISS : Its feature in the cult classic film, Endless Summer.

CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK

With 3.2 miles of beach, 2,400 acres of backcountry wilderness, over 15 total miles of trails, an offshore underwater area, and a 2.5-mile paved trail running along the bluffs, Crystal Cove State Park is one of Orange County’s largest remaining examples of open space and natural seashore. Its stunning beach and bluffs have been captured in American film, by American Impressionist painters, and in the photo albums of countless daytrippers and vacationers over the past 150 years. In fact, Crystal Cove first attracted Hollywood filmmakers in the 1920s before seasonal tent-dwellers took up residence in the 1930s. For the next half-century, a handful of families leased on-site cottages from the Irvine Company, which owned most of the area’s coastal ranchlands until, in 1979, the land was sold to the state of California for preservation as a State Park.

DON’T MISS: The Park’s 46 vintage, rustic coastal cottages are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. They have all been refurbished and are available to reserve.

BALBOA ISLAND FERRY

Since 1919, the Balboa Island Ferry has provided continuous service for vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians between Balboa Island and Balboa, approximately 800 feet across the harbor. An alternate route is available via bridges, but many choose the ferry to enjoy a scenic crossing with historic charm. In the 1950s, local Joseph Allan Beek built three double-ended wooden boats for his ferry service: the Admiral, the Commodore, and the Captain. Each holds three cars and up to 75 people. Today, the Balboa Island Ferry is still a family- owned and operated business, with Beek’s sons currently operating the same three ferries.

DON’T MISS: The 1936 Ferris wheel at the Fun Zone.

NEWPORT HARBOR

By square footage, Newport Beach has more water than land. And at the heart – both literally and figuratively –is Newport Harbor, located between Balboa Peninsula and the mainland. Comprising seven islands, Newport Harbor is West Coast’s largest recreational harbor – a fact locals are quite proud of. Charter a sailboat or yacht, be the captain of your own Duffy, SUP, kayak, or jet ski to properly take in the famous views.

DON’T MISS : Back Bay (officially called Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve & Ecological Reserve), Southern California’s largest remaining natural estuary, which flows into the Newport Harbor.

CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE

The longest-running Christmas boat parade in the country, Newport Beach’s Christmas Boat Parade is a staple of local holiday festivities. Hosted by the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce Commodores Club, nearly a hundred extravagantly decorated vessels –from kayaks to yachts – make their way down the 14-mile course, illuminating the harbor. The course, called Ring of Lights, takes boats by what are arguably Newport Beach’s most festive homes. While locals often gather at friend’s and neighbors’ homes, visitors can take in the spectacle at Marina Park on any of the five consecutive nights the parade runs.

DON’T MISS : 50 Days of Festive Fun, kicking off in midNovember and running through the first week in January.

NEWPORT BEACH FILM FESTIVAL

Celebrated as one of the nation’s leading luxury lifestyle film festivals, the 25th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival brings the best of classic and contemporary filmmaking from around the world to Newport Beach for eight spectacular days. With over 350 films from 50 countries, special events, red carpet galas, compelling conversations with filmmakers, international spotlight events, and seminars, it’s a wonderful nod to the movie stars who have historically called Newport Beach home.

DON’T MISS : The caliber of celebrities and films makes this a must stop on the film awards circuit.

RETAIL THERAPY

Whether you’re looking for exclusive designer outposts or unique boutiques, you’ll find them here in walkable, open-air settings often boasting a view. Fashion Island is an outdoor mecca that encompasses over 125 upscale, specialty stores, many of which are exclusive to Newport Beach. For luxury, Lido Marina Village offers waterfront storefronts. Or, shop the charming boutiques of Marine Avenue on Balboa Island to discover unique finds and local artisan goods. For one-of-a-kind spots, Corona del Mar Village and Crystal Cove Shopping Center are peppered with hidden gems touting treasures worth the trip.

DON’T MISS: New retailers: Veronica Beard, Good American, Bad Birdie, Arhaus, and RH Gallery (late ‘24)

BALBOA ISLAND MUSEUM

Opened in 2018 and fittingly housed in a 1927 building with its own rich history, The Balboa Island Museum is a free educational experience dedicated to collecting, conserving, and celebrating the culture and history of Balboa Island, Newport Beach, and Orange County. The first museum dedicated to quintessential Newport Beach traditions and history, it tells the story of our community’s rich heritage. Expect exhibitions on surfing, fishing, and The Wedge; and learn about the locals – many of them artists – that are shaping the future of Balboa Island, Newport Beach, and Orange County at large.

DON’T MISS : The well-curated gift shop that stocks local art and mementos, alongside a surprisingly chic collection of gifts and goods.

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