Henry’s provides a varied selection

Henry’s Marketplace, owned by Wild Oats, is a transitional market --

it’s somewhere between a natural foods store and regular grocery

store. The middle of the store -- one-third of the space -- offers

produce, and the rest has a huge supplement section, bulk foods,

dairy, deli, bakery, meats and fish, wines and champagne. Low shelves

and open spaces add to the store’s appeal. The store also carries

Harris Ranch beef from Central California, Foster Farms chicken and

fresh fish delivered six days a week. Customer service is top notch.

8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. 3030 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa. (714)

751-6399.

FIND COMFORT HERE

Frette, South Coast Plaza’s boutique carries the same Frette hotel

linens found in many five-star hotels, and its main luxury bedding

with a 600-thread count. Frette is also known for its luxury

loungewear, mostly cashmere; blankets, throws, table linens,

fragrance and candle line. The world’s most pampered babies can sleep

with and wear the new Baby Frette line -- exorbitantly priced

pajamas, bibs, bassinets, bunting, and bedding. There are great

promotions throughout the year, including after-summer and

after-Christmas sales. Open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday;

from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; and from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Sunday. (714) 556-7080. www.frette.com.

IT’S A BOAT SHOW

Newport Dunes hosts the West Coast’s largest in-water boat show

Wednesday through Sunday. Hundreds of yachts, sport fishers,

sailboats, speedboats, personal watercrafts and boating accessories

displayed for RV and boating enthusiasts. Also, two large tents will

house a variety of marine accessory equipment exhibits, and experts

will demonstrate products and answer questions. Admission costs $10

for adults, and children 12 and younger get in for free. Newport

Dunes Waterfront Resort offers a state-of-the-art 406-site RV park

with double-wide, individually fenced spaces and outlets for cable

TV. Open from noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday; from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Thursday and Friday; from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; and from 10

a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach. (949)

757-5959.

LOOK HOT, STAY HOT

La Perla specializes in hand-finished Leavers lace lingerie made

on ancient looms in Calais, France. Four-lace lines range from

couture to moderate prices, all top of the line quality. Other groups

available include ready-to-wear, bustier, garters, T-shirts, body

suits, water bras, seamless underwear and a cotton line. La Perla is

also famous for its unbelievable swimwear collection, priced from

$215 to $470. Halle Berry wore La Perla suits as the Bond girl in

“Die Another Day.” “Our swimwear is for when you want to kick back

and look hot all day,” manager Cindy Jo Homa said. “You don’t go in

the water in La Perla suits.” Open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to

Friday; from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; and from 11 a.m. to 6:30

p.m. Sunday. Level 2, South Coast Plaza. (714) 754-7500.

www.laperla.com.

MAKE FEET FEEL NICE

Bologna, Italy-based Bruno Magli designs comfortable high-end

shoes for men and women. Styles range from classic to contemporary,

and lines from casual to dressy. Most shoes are handmade. There’s a a

selection of leather jackets, purses and belts to complement the

shoes. The store has two sales a year, in June and December. Open

from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; from 10 a.m to 8 p.m.

Saturday; and from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Level 2, South Coast

Plaza. (714) 966-2600. www.brunomagli.com.

GET OUT THE SPOON

West Hollywood’s independent bookstore, Book Soup, opened a second

location here at South Coast Plaza. Book signings happen two to three

times a month. It’s known for edgy fiction, art, architecture, film

and music books. There are more books on fashion, cooking,

children’s, true crime and biographies. Plus there’s a selection of

imported French and Italian CDs and handmade cards. Open from 10 a.m.

to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; and from

11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Level 2, South Coast Plaza. (714)

689-2665.

HEAR YUM FROM THE KIDS

The Yard House, at Triangle Square, has one of the best local kids

menus: certified Angus beef burger with natural cut fries or fruit;

fish and chips with natural cut fries or fruit; all-beef hot dog with

natural cut fries or fruit; fresh chicken breast strips with natural

cut fries or fruit; made-to-order cheese or pepperoni pizza; and

buttered egg noodles. All meals are priced at $5.95. Meals come with

a 12-page activity book, a “Kiddie-Kooler” beverage and a whole fruit

frozen strawberry bar. 1875 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. (949)

642-0090.

* BEST BUYS appears Mondays and Fridays. Send information to Greer

Wylder at greerwylder@yahoo.com; at 330 W. Bay St., Costa Mesa, CA

92627; or by fax at (949) 646-4170.