We’re Turning Japanese

August 15, 2013

Our latest mission is to try new restaurants off the beaten path to us. We feel like we’ve been in a food rut, and it’s time to venture out to delicious eateries that we’ve been meaning to get to. Each week, we’ll be reporting where we went and what we think you should try. Japanese food is one of our favorite cuisines, and that normally means we’re going out for sushi. But at Kappo Honda in Fountain Valley you can experience a traditional izakaya, which translates to something like a pub with bar food, or small plates. There’s a lot to…

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The Hot List by The OC Mix

August 14, 2013

Here at Greer’s OC, we scour Orange County for the best boutiques and one-of-a-kind finds. Luckily, some of the top retailers we love are all under one roof at The OC Mix at SOCO in Costa Mesa.  We love to shop local, so here's our list of the hottest, must-have goods from these fabulous, owner-operated shops.    The OC Mix at SOCO is a carefully curated collection of artisan, owner-operated culinary, fashion, and lifestyle purveyors inspired by the San Francisco Ferry Building and L.A.’s best shopping streets- located in our own backyard!  At The OC Mix, you'll find some of…

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Premium Denim, One Flat Price

August 13, 2013

Our favorite denim bar, Solutions The Premium Denim Store in Newport Beach is planning a tent sale like no other. For the first time all SALE DENIM will be one flat price of $70 from Thursday through Saturday. Solutions carries ultra flattering styles for curvy, petite, athletic, tall, and skinny women of all ages. And their fit specialist will help you find the perfect pair for any need you have. Shop for great denim for men and women, as well as dresses, tops, sweaters, and beautiful scarves, jewelry and belts. Solutions carries favorite denim brands such as Hudson, AG jeans,…

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Kicking Off ShopHarpers.com

August 13, 2013

Please join Erica Thomas, a fixture of the Orange County fashion scene and owner/founder of such popular boutiques as Erica Dee, Erica Dee Men’s, Erica Dee Kid’s, and now Harper’s in Corona del Mar as she celebrates her foray into online shopping with ShopHarpers.com on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. At the e-Commerce launch party co-hosted by Beth Jones of B. Jones Style and yours truly, you can enjoy foods from Veggie Grill, Juice Mixers by Ritual Wellness, and Skinny Girl cocktails. Harper’s is at 2610 East Coast Highway in Corona Del Mar.

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The Farm To Your Table in 24 Hours

August 11, 2013

Want your fruits and vegetables delivered from a local farm to your table in a day? It’s possible now that Laguna Beach based Alegria Fresh, a hydroponic vertical farm, offers locally grown certified organic fruits and vegetables delivered to your doorstep within 24 hours of harvest. Alegria Fresh just partnered with Orange County Produce, a third-generation family owned farm spanning more than 800 acres of Orange County. Thanks to this new partnership between the two farms, Alegría Fresh can offer its subscribers and local chefs a variety of seasonal vegetables including organic green beans, cranberry beans, yellow squash and green…

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