The Dose

Catching up with Chef Richard Sandoval at Raya, Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

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By Greer Wylder
December 05, 2016

Executive chef Richard Sandoval could easily be the busiest chef in the country. He oversees 50 restaurants around the world and is usually on a plane to one of them. He was just in town at Raya at Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel to introduce his new fall menu along with chef de cuisine Steve Wan. Chef Sandoval is known for combining authentic Latin ingredients with international flavors. He’s always using inventive techniques to create new and unexpected concepts and cuisines such as modern and coastal Mexican, Latin-Asian, Peruvian and Pan-Latin. We are fortunate that he took the time to answer our…

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Celebrate the Holidays at SOCO and The OC Mix!

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By Greer Wylder
December 02, 2016

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! You’re invited to celebrate the holiday season at SOCO and The OC Mix in Costa Mesa this upcoming Sunday, December 4, and the following Sundays, December 11, and 18th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your family and friends to enjoy these free, family-friendly days filled with photos with Santa, Party Karacters, a festive photo booth at Granola Babies, live music, and holiday activities. Complimentary gift-wrapping provided will be available for holiday shoppers for a suggested donation to benefit Project Hope Alliance. In addition, MaxLove Project will host arts and crafts and a…

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An Exclusive Holiday Shopping Mixer at the New TPT Home & Garden

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By Greer Wylder
December 01, 2016

TPT Home & Garden invites you to an exclusive holiday shopping mixer on Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. at TPT Home & Garden’s new Orange County store in Fountain Valley. You can experience all that TPT Home & Garden has to offer and for one special night, enjoy festive holiday libations and sweet treats. During the shopping event, you can save 20% off on holiday items, and receive a $10 gift card with your purchase of $150 or more; and a $5 gift card with any purchase. RSVP to RSVP@TheACEAgency.com to attend. The new TPT Home & Garden store…

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12 Days of Christmas Lunch Returns to A Restaurant

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By Greer Wylder
November 30, 2016

This holiday season, A Restaurant will carry on its annual 12 Days of Christmas Lunch tradition beginning Thursday, December 1 and continuing on select weekdays through Friday, December 16. A Restaurant’s seasonal holiday lunch menu created by executive chef Jonathan Blackford will offer a variety of classic starters including a Pozole Verde, Braised Niman Meatballs and A’s signature Spicy Yellowfin Tuna. Entrees selections will include the Fusilli Pasta, Blackened Shrimp Salad and the A Burger. A Restaurant’s classic steak cuts are also available for lunch. Favorite side dishes are offered including Blue Lake Green Beans, Mac N Cheese and House Bistro Fries. For those looking to celebrate…

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Home for the Holidays at this Thursday’s Costa Mesa Home Tour

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By Greer Wylder
November 29, 2016

Come and see some of Costa Mesa’s finest homes decked out in their holiday decor this Thursday, December 1 from 3-8 p.m. The trees are trimmed and the decorations are hung making you feel welcome into the warmth and splendor of the holiday season. Learn design and style tips from top OC designers showcased in the homes. Shop for holiday gifts, enjoy music performances, and check out designer demonstrations at our reception hosted at the new Room & Board SOCO with light appetizers compliments of Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop at SOCO. Tickets for the Costa Mesa Home Tour cost $50 per person…

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