The Dose

Happy for Yappy Hour!

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By Greer Wylder
April 11, 2014

Heading out for the evening often means leaving Fido, Rover and Buddy at home. Wouldn't it be fun to bring your furry, four-legged friend along? The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel has the perfect solution to your doggy dilema - monthly Yappy Hour! On May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 and Sept. 18, your pup can relax on the Dana Lawn while enjoying hand-made dog biscuits and bacon, chicken, cheese, beef and liver flavored water, while you can purchase burgers, brews and wines (no biscuits for you!). Besides getting to hang out with your terrier, hound or teacup, proceeds from…

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Taste Balboa this weekend

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By Greer Wylder
April 10, 2014

What are you craving? Pasta? Seafood? Burgers? Pizza? On Sunday, no matter your craving, head over to Balboa Village for Taste of Balboa and enjoy some of your favorite dishes from your favorite Balboa spots. The celebration, which lasts from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. on April 13, is part of the kick off for the annual Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race, but you can enjoy dishes from $1 to $10 from Bella Luna Café, Cruisers: Pizza Bar Grill, Cucina Alessa, Harborside Restaurant, Mint Leaf Thai Cuisine, Newport Landing Restaurant, Ruby’s Diner, Sabatino’s Lido Shipyard Sausage Company, The Porch and…

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The healthiest bar!

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By Greer Wylder
April 09, 2014

Tired of the same old catered food? Us too, until we stumbled upon Jan's Health Bar! Jan's Health Bar specializes in fresh and healthy food such as sandwiches, soups, salads, fruit smoothies, fruit salad, granola, guacamole, salsa, as well as daily specials. Now through May 31 Jan's is offering 10 percent off all catering orders over $100 plus a $10 gift card for you to use on your next visit. With the beautiful and warm weather already here in Orange County, it's the perfect time to start planning your spring and early summer gatherings - from Easter to office celebrations…

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Celebrate Easter Beachside

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By Greer Wylder
April 08, 2014

Visit Montage Laguna Beach for an unforgettable Easter celebration. Bring the family for Easter brunch in the grand ballroom and stay for an egg scavenger hunt, petting zoo and pictures with the Easter Bunny.  Or choose an intimate dinner of spring-inspired cuisine crafted by our esteemed Chefs. Make it a weekend getaway in one of our finest suites. Reserve three consecutive nights and receive a $500 resort credit online at Montage Laguna Beach. Montage Laguna Beach is at 30801 S. Coast Highway in Laguna Beach. 949.715.6000.

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Celebrate with Kiehl’s and CASA in Brea!

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2014

I am a big fan of Kiehl's wonderful skin, hair and beauty lines - from natural lotions to eyecreams to their cleansing masques - and I am so glad they are opening a brand new Orange County location at the Brea Mall on April 8. Plus, in honor of the new store opening, Kiehl's has partnered with CASA of Orange County to bring "Camp Kiehl's" to the public for their grand opening from 3 to 5 p.m. Kiehl's has been around since 1851 and remains committed to giving back to the communities in which it does business. As part of…

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