The Dose

We Have Solutions

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By Greer Wylder
September 25, 2012

When it comes to shopping for coveted jeans it’s hard to beat the denim bar, Solutions The Premium Denim Store in Newport Beach. Owner, Susan Cianciulli Bailey scours the universe to find the latest denim, from trend-setting Siwy Denim to LA based and celebrity favorites Sinclair. Solutions will have the denim that will quickly become your favorites in ultra flattering styles. And now’s the time to find great deals at Solutions; it’s annual tent sale is starting Thursday through Saturday. You can save up to 75% off on great denim for men and women, as well as dresses, tops, shoes, and…

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The Air You Drink

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By Greer Wylder
September 24, 2012

Ever since Air debuted in grocery stores, organic markets, beverage emporiums and convenience stores throughout Orange County, it’s upping the ante on carbonated water by making it more exciting. Air, is the first sparkling water infused with alcohol for adults that comes in natural fruit flavors like berry and citrus. It’s low calorie--just 95 calories--and with only 4% alcohol it’s a perfect beverage option for a healthier lifestyle. Think a light club soda drink with an alcohol content similar to light beer. A 4-pack of Air’s 12 ounce slim cans costs $6.99, or two 16 ounce cans cost $3. It…

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Chefs for Scholarships

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By Greer Wylder
September 21, 2012

You can help deserving students in need of educational funds by attending the 7th annual Chefs for Scholarships Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Golden West College in Huntington Beach. At the family friendly event more than 30 local restaurants, wineries and breweries will be serving delicious foods and drink samples. There will also be  entertainment and opportunity drawings with a grand prize drawing to win an an iPad (32G), and a $100 Apple gift card. Children can have fun playing games on a mobile video game theater with Xbox and Wii, and with balloon art, face painting, and…

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Styling Event with Leslie Christen

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By Greer Wylder
September 20, 2012

Our very own Fashion Editor and OC Fashion Stylist Leslie Christen will be hosting an Style Event and trunk show with Paige Denim this Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Xpecting Maternity Boutique in Costa Mesa. Come shop this unique boutique that celebrates pregnancy and fashion so that mothers-to-be do not have to sacrifice style because of an ever-changing size  -  and receive a gift with purchase when you buy ANY Denim and get 25% off all other merchandise bought to pair with your new pieces.  Clients can find trends for all trimesters from a variety of designers.…

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Slow Roast for Good Times

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By Greer Wylder
September 17, 2012

Once again, Jeff and Christa Duggan, the husband and wife team behind Portola Coffee Lab at OC Mart Mix in Costa Mesa, are bringing Orange County a new coffee experience unlike anything we’ve had before: a dedicated slow bar to explore the wonders of coffees. Today, their new Theorem, an intimate barista-driven 6-seat bar, next to Portola Coffee Lab opens from 1 to 7 p.m. through Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Take a seat (after you’ve made a reservation) in the dimly lit Theorem bar and you’ll be treated to about 30 to…

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