The Dose

SOCO Uncorked 2016: An Indulgent Food and Wine Pairing Experience

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By Greer Wylder
March 15, 2016

Whether you’re an aspiring foodie or culinary master, SOCO Collection is Orange County’s favorite dining destination for gourmet cuisine, tasty snacks, and everything in between! On March 31, SOCO and The OC Mix’s award-winning eateries are joining forces for the 2nd Annual SOCO Uncorked – a one night-only food and wine tasting extravaganza. Set in SOCO’s open-air courtyard, SOCO Uncorked will feature delicious bites from more than a dozen of Orange County’s hottest restaurants including Pueblo, Taco Maria, Portola Coffee, Shuck Oyster Bar, ST Patisserie Chocolat, and Bistro Papillote among others. With each small bite, guests will also enjoy a…

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Global Genes’ DENIM Dash 5k for Rare Disease

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By Greer Wylder
March 14, 2016

Global Genes is gearing up for the 2nd annual worldwide virtual DENIM Dash 5K for Rare Disease from March 19 – 27. Locally, supporters are participating in the Southern California Global Genes 5k at the non-profit organization’s headquarters in Aliso Viejo on Wednesday, March 23 at 4 p.m., followed by a post-race finish line celebration. We’d love you to join our, “Greer’s OC Team” at the DENIM Dash 5k in support of rare disease patient advocacy. It will be a fun run for a great cause. The DENIM Dash begins and ends at Global Genes headquarters, with a post-race finish line…

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Elevated Pub Food in South County

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By Greer Wylder
March 11, 2016

It’s perfect weather for comfort food and a great time to check out Public 74 in San Juan Capistrano. Partners chef Gerry Kent and Chad Dickey created a rustic gastropub that specializes in unique libations and signature pub food. The acclaimed menu of comfort food-inspired offerings ranges from light salads to hearty entrees. Chef Kent prides himself in presenting only the finest in locally sourced ingredients to provide locals with decadent dishes not otherwise found in the picturesque town of San Juan Capistrano. “My goal is to create a menu that has a dish to fit how the diner is…

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Springtime Saturdays at Pacific City

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By Greer Wylder
March 10, 2016

Celebrate the start of spring at Pacific City in Huntington Beach! You can take photos with the Easter Bunny at Smocking Birds, have fun with the animals at the petting zoo on March 12, or Animal Variety Show on March 19, face-painting and makeovers courtesy of Sephora and M.A.C., succulent workshops, and more here. Cherry Hills Market is carrying spring/Easter décor and if you mention this, you’ll receive a 10% discount through March 15. Pacific City is at 21010 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach.

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Celebrated Italian Home Design New To SOCO

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By Greer Wylder
March 09, 2016

The celebrated Italian home design brand, Calligaris since 1923, just opened its first dedicated showroom in Orange County at SOCO in Costa Mesa. It features the complete line of the Italian furniture brand’s elegant and modern collection designed with the highest level of functionality. Calligaris fits in perfectly at SOCO, which is the only interior design center in Southern California to combine world-class purveyors of home furnishing showrooms - all of which cater to both the public and the interior design trade. Calligaris offers a mix of classic and contemporary furnishings created by some of Italy’s top designers. Each piece…

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