The Dose

The Future of Protein is Here

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By Greer Wylder
December 28, 2016

Looking for a tasty meat alternative? Look no further than Veggie Grill’s new Beyond Burger by Beyond Meat, the world’s first plant-based burger that’s so much like meat that they sell it in the meat section of grocery stores. Veggie Grill has created the VG Beyond Burger, an incredible classic-style burger built with grilled onions, crisp iceberg lettuce, house-made signature sauce, American “cheese” and served on a sesame bun. Adding Beyond Burger to the menu is the latest way Veggie Grill is offering original and craveable options. Founded in 2006, Veggie Grill is a premium fast casual concept that celebrates…

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Warby Parker Arrives in OC

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By Greer Wylder
December 27, 2016

Longtime fans of Warby Parker might not the be aware yet that Warby Parker opened at Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach. Dubbed the Warby Parker Map Room, it’s connected to Alchemy Works for cool accessories, home décor, and retro apparel. Warby Parker is known for its stylish vintage-inspired prescription eyeglasses that start at just $95. Their super handy and free online Home Try-On Program is a huge hit with fans who simply pick five styles they like, test them for five days and Warby will pick up the tab on shipping both ways. Whether or not you keep one…

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A Restaurant Within a Restaurant

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By Greer Wylder
December 22, 2016

If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary this holiday season, there’s the new Bluegold & LSXO at Pacific City in Huntington Beach. It’s a restaurant-within-a-restaurant concept from Jed Sanford and and chef Tin Vuong. Bluegold is a California coastal eatery with unobstructed ocean views and a diverse menu. LSXO highlights cuisine from District 1 in Saigon (where Vuong’s family come from). Both concepts are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and LSXO offers a relaxing afternoon tea with open-faced finger sandwiches, French pastries, and specialty sweets to complement international tea blends. Bluegold’s menu offers European/Mediterranean roots and features…

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La Buena Nocha and the Mesa Gala NYE

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By Greer Wylder
December 20, 2016

Looking for a chic and delicious spot for Christmas Eve dinner or a stylish New Year’s Eve gala like no other? Look no further than MESA at the Camp in Costa Mesa. Executive chef Niki Starr Weyler who has worked in some of the best kitchens in OC, including French 75, Charlie Palmer’s and Broadway by Amar Santana has created La Buena Nocha, a special Christmas Eve dinner menu featuring the season’s best tastes and paired with some of the best cocktails in OC. You can choose from Jamon, Queso y Chorizo with thinly sliced prosciutto, Manchego cheese, Spanish cured…

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The 2017 OC Restaurant Week Launch Party

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By Greer Wylder
December 19, 2016

It’s already time to start thinking about the 2017 Orange County Restaurant Week and the highly anticipated OC Restaurant Week Launch Party on Saturday, March 4 that will kick off the ninth year of the County’s most celebrated culinary event.   Orange County Restaurant Week is happening from Sunday, March 5th through Saturday, March 11th with more than 100 restaurants offering prix-fixe menus within the following price categories: lunch for $10, $15 or $20, and dinner for $20, $30, $40 or $50, with a limited number of $80 “luxe” menus. Participants involved are listed online at orangecountyrestaurantweek.com. Tickets are on sale now for the kick…

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