The Dose

Oak & Coal, A New Yakitori and Craft Beer Eatery

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By Greer Wylder
June 13, 2017

Eastside Costa Mesa just landed a new Japanese style yakitori and craft beer eatery. Oak & Coal features Japanese skewers of organic, free range poultry, wagyu beef, free range pork, and fresh vegetables cooked slowly over Japanese oak. And, you can also enjoy a rotating tap selection of craft beers from various local breweries. The menu also includes soba noodle dishes as well as daily handmade kimchi dumplings in limited supply. Owner Jeff Chon also runs The Alley in Newport Beach, Tabu Shabu, and The Wayfarer in Costa Mesa. Happy Hour runs from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday.…

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Sushi Roku’s 2nd Anniversary and International Sushi Day

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By Greer Wylder
June 12, 2017

Sushi Roku, a pioneer of contemporary sushi, offers a diverse menu with traditional Japanese cuisine, vibrant global flavors and California’s seasonal bounty. Sushi Roku’s seasoned sushi chefs use the finest, freshest fish from around the globe. And now, in celebration of Sushi Roku’s second anniversary and International Sushi Day in June, the Fashion Island restaurant will offer all guests 50% off its entire food menu on Monday, June 19th and Tuesday, June 20th (dine-in and dinner only). Sushi Roku is also offering an exclusive anniversary menu from Monday, June 12 through Tuesday, June 20 with specials showcasing the unparalleled sushi experience for which the restaurant…

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The Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival

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By Greer Wylder
June 09, 2017

The Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival will be celebrated on Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Balboa Yacht Club. More than fifty classic show-ready wooden vessels will be lined up. Stay all day long and enjoy delicious food, libations and live music by the bay. You can participate in the people’s choice voting from the start of the festival up until 3 p.m. And, there will be opportunities throughout the afternoon to set out aboard the 82-foot schooner, Curlew. All ages are invited to participate in nautical arts and crafts, toy boat building, and the…

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Shop the Block Summer Kick-off Benefiting JDRF

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By Greer Wylder
June 08, 2017

Lido Marina Village is the place to be on Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. for live music, fun activities and shopping for a good cause during its Shop the Block Summer Kick-off! During this special event, you'll be able to enjoy boat fountain and tasty treats, get your very own Lido flash tattoo and experience Lido Marina Village shopping and dining at your leisure. Lido Marina Village will donate 10% of all sales made during the event to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) so don't miss out on the opportunity to support a great cause as…

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Events Take Center Stage at the Landmark Lido Theater

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By Greer Wylder
June 07, 2017

June is a busy time for events and event planning, from graduations and other family celebrations, to charities kicking off fall fundraising, and even companies planning year-end presentations and holiday parties. This year, you can plan an event to remember at Orange County’s iconic Lido Theater in Newport Beach. Offering a new, state-of-the-art projection and sound system, along with its elegant lobby chandeliers, vintage poster cases, an original working box office, and the magnificent waterfall red velvet curtain on stage, the Lido Theater is one of Orange County’s most unique special event venues. The auditorium, including a balcony not seen…

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