By Molly Chang & Alexander Tran
Wedged right between the 405 Freeway and the Costco of Fountain Valley, the South Coast Collection, better known as SoCo and the OC Mix, is the heart of culinary innovation and excellence. Combining the aesthetics of the San Francisco Ferry Building with L.A.’s best shopping streets makes SoCo and the OC Mix a one-way stop for tourists and locals alike.
Within SoCo, visitors will find an array of shops and restaurants under the collective name, The OC Mix. The OC Mix is a must-visit, and offers everything from award-winning coffee at the beloved Portola Coffee Lab to the delicious and environmentally responsible acai bowls at Birdie Bowl and Juicery.
Birdie Bowl and Juicery
The Birdie Bowl and Juicery’s homey environment allows for students to enjoy a delicious, tangy acai bowl while relaxing in the vibey seating area located just across the store front. The vegan juicery’s menu ranges from cold pressed juices and nut mylks to acai and pitaya bowls, offering an extensive variety of toppings, from coconut flakes to bee pollen.
Sunright Tea Studio
With the motto of “drinks made right,” Sunright Tea Studio will very well redefine the definition of decent boba tea. They fused mainstream tea culture with their very own twist of uniqueness by combining locally sourced ingredients, with an impressive presentation that will leave every customer with that “first sip experience…” But that “first sip experience” has molded into every sip with Sunright Tea Studio.
After ordering the two most popular milk and fruit tea drinks, the Brown Sugar Boba Milk and the Sunright Fruit Tea, we are pleased to say that Sunright Tea Studio really does live up to its motto. From the diverse types of tea to the perfectly chewy tapioca balls in every sip, this teahouse offers just the right amount of sweetness and flavor throughout its variety of drinks.
The Cheese Shop
With a unique array of flavors, The Cheese Shop is a one-stop shop for all cheese lovers alike. The establishment incorporates classic American sandwiches with unmatched, exotic ingredients that are of the highest quality.
With an array of unique and high-end stores, SoCo and the OC Mix is definitely a place worth visiting.
