O.C. Now: Friday

Pets of Orange County: Meet Kody and Sleepy

Rescue Pets: Domestic short-hair cats, 1 year old
Owners: Matthew, Brian, Sean, Nicole, and Amanda Coppersmith of Seal Beach
Rescue: Helen Sanders Cat Protection and Welfare Society (Catpaws)

Cathy Thomas Cooks Up Armenian Lasagna with Alicia Cox

The restaurateur behind Huntington Beach’s vibrant beachside eateries joins Cathy Thomas to make her grandmother’s beloved borek dish.

Fren Founder Aisha Ross on Building a Stylish Brand for Dogs on “The Zest”

Ross is the founder of Fren, the brand creating elevated essentials for your best friend, including dog collars that can be embroidered, bandanas, and more. You might’ve seen her stylish dog accessories in collaborations with Free People, Monty’s, and Sidecar Doughnuts. In this week’s episode, she shares how she came up with the idea for Fren, what she looks for in a collaboration, adorable behind-the-scenes moments, and more. You can read more about Fren in Orange Coast‘s February 2026 issue.