The Dose

A New Sustainable and Modern Environment

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By Greer Wylder
February 26, 2014

The sustainable design brand, Environment, formerly at South Coast Plaza, has just relocated to SOCO in Costa Mesa. Environment, recognized for its organic, modern, and eco friendly wood furniture will celebrate its grand opening tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. You can RSVP at eventssoco@environmentfurniture.com. Guests will enjoy an evening of delectable light bites and a glass of bubbly as you browse the sustainable and stylish furniture collection. Environment’s new 3,000 square foot showroom highlights beautiful pieces in reclaimed Brazilian Peroba rosa wood, naturally distressed military canvases and other beautifully crafted furniture made in America. The space uses natural materials…

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OC Fashion Week March 3-8

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By Greer Wylder
February 25, 2014

It’s a week of fashion Orange County style when Orange County Fashion Week kicks off Monday, March 3 through Saturday, March 8 with daily events featuring local talent, models, hair, beauty and fashion designers as well as international designers presented by Orange County Fashion Council. Each day, the chosen venues in Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Orange and Laguna Beach will reflect the tone and styles of the fashions ranging from couture to avant-garde, tailor-made to innovative hautech. Day 1 of Orange County Fashion Week starts with Sweet Splendor of Style: SUGAR RUSH on Monday, March 3 from 6 to 9 p.m.…

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Sleep On It

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By Greer Wylder
February 24, 2014

When it comes to modern and contemporary furniture, we love Cantoni in Irvine for its Italian style and quality, creative interior design, and vast selection. And its Sleep Studio, which address sleep issues, is also among the best in Orange County. And as luck would have it, tomorrow is their one-year anniversary of its Cantoni Sleep Studio. Cantoni is celebrating from 6 to 8 p.m. with light bites and drinks and an exclusive wellness workshop with world-renowned sleep expert Dr. Neil Stanley. You can find out tips on how to get a better night’s sleep on a luxury bed at…

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Let’s Misbehave!

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By Greer Wylder
February 21, 2014

Please join me at the premiere gala of Orange County, the JDRF OC's annual Dream Gala “Let's Misbehave!” on Saturday, March 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the St. Regis Monarch Beach. The black tie event is personal for me since one of my four sons was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes 8 years ago, and I want the burden of this terrible disease to disappear for my son and for everyone affected as soon as possible. I believe that JDRF is on the right track to cure, treat and prevent T1D. JDRF is the only organization with a strategic research…

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100 Restaurants in Six Days

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By Greer Wylder
February 20, 2014

Orange County's highly anticipated culinary event, the 6th annual Orange County Restaurant Week will be kicking off on Sunday, Feb. 23rd through Saturday, March 1st.  During the annual foodie event, 100 restaurants will be offering prix fixed menus set at $10, $15 and $20 per person for lunch, and $20, $30 or $40 per person for dinner. You can click on restaurant name to see menus; search by city or price point online here. It’s a great opportunity to get out and try new restaurants or visit your favorites and save on incredible dining experiences for one week only. Presenting sponsor…

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