The Dose

20Q’s With Elyssa Fournier of Mixed Bakery

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By Greer Wylder
May 25, 2016

Introducing our favorite local pastry chef, Elyssa Fournier of Mixed Bakery in Corona del Mar. She took time out of her busy schedule of baking lemon tarts, scones, brioche, chocolate chip muffins, brownies, madeleines and any custom bakery order you can think of to answer our 20Q’s. All orders come by word of mouth or via Facebook, Instagram and online, yet she’s on a mission to open her own bakery. She misses the interaction with customers that she had in New York. You can find out more about Elyssa at Mixed Bakery here.

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Philharmonic House of Design Open Through June 19

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By Greer Wylder
May 23, 2016

Join the 2016 Philharmonic House of Design from May 24 - June 19 in the exclusive community of The Strand at Headlands in Dana Point. The House of Design epitomizes quintessential coastal living. Fifteen acclaimed interior designers from across Southern California transformed this 8,700 sq. ft. home into a Coastal Mediterranean masterpiece. An onsite boutique features clothing, jewelry and accessories and a Café provided by Saltwater Catering. Tickets cost $40 general; and $50 for a House Pass. Proceeds benefit the Philharmonic’s Youth Music Education Programs. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. 10 a.m. to 9…

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The Green Feast With Alice Waters

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By Greer Wylder
May 23, 2016

The 8th Annual Green Feast farm-to-table fundraiser, will be hosted by Chef Alice Waters, a pioneer of the farm-to-table movement on Saturday, June 18th at The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano. “From its inception, Green Feast was inspired by Alice Waters, who is one of the most influential and important figures in food in the past 50 years. We are honored not only to have attracted the attention of such a respected culinary leader, but also to have her join our local community leaders, chefs and farmers in this powerful demonstration of the future of food, which is rooted in organics and sustainability,” said Evan Marks, Founder…

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Your Resource for Organic Edible Gardens

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By Greer Wylder
May 20, 2016

Ever wonder where you can go for ideas, education and installments of organic edible gardens and vertical gardens? On Monday, Harvest To Home’s flagship store and showroom will open on Red Hill Avenue in Costa Mesa and will serve as a local resource for organic edible garden installation, design and maintenance services. Harvest To Home's staff will also host a series of free gardening classes, harvest exchanges, tips for healthy eating and seasonal recipes. Harvest to Home’s flagship is longtime vision of its founder Mike Saraylian who specializes in organic edible gardens and unique living art for residences and commercial…

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American Grill Meets Sushi

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By Greer Wylder
May 19, 2016

The thriving and award-winning grill concept, Kona Grill  just opened its first California location across from the Yard House at Irvine Spectrum Center. The new Kona Grill has a 1980’s Vegas lounge-style vibe, lots of blue lighting, an expansive bar and a custom focal point aquarium. It specializes in made from scratch American cuisine with a modern spin, award-winning sushi with fresh seafood flown in daily, as well as steaks, crafted cocktails and seasonal menus. Signature dishes include Macadamia Nut Chicken with a pineapple-papaya marmalade, Miso-Sake Sea Bass and a passion fruit crème brûlée. Sushi options include Salmon Wasabi Sashimi, with…

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