The Dose

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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Hit the Deck

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By Greer Wylder
September 17, 2012

Please join us for tasty food, fresh fruit muddled cocktails and a breathtaking view at The Deck on Laguna Beach Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. to help send two Kenyans through college. My best friend Mona Shah-Anderson of Moxxe PR and I will guest bartend at the only open beachside eatery suspended over the sand in Laguna Beach for Educating Jack & Milly. The Deck will donate 10% of sales to their education. So please sip on Mona's Laguna Mojito, Greer's Guavo Mango Margarita, or a Blueberry Lemondrop with fresh blueberries, Stoli Blueberi vodka and lemon. You’ll also want to…

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Taste of Newport 2012

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By Greer Wylder
September 14, 2012

Newport's premiere food and entertainment festival, the Taste of Newport, celebrates 24 years at Fashion Island today through Sunday. The 3-day party is expected to bring more than 50,000 people who come to sample culinary delights from more than 35 local restaurants, to taste wines, cocktails and handcrafted beers, and to hear live bands perform throughout the event. This year's main acts include Andy Grammer tonight, Blondie and Devo on Saturday, and Roger Hodson, from Supertramp on Sunday.Sample cuisines range from casual to fine dining choices. A partial list include’s Catalina’s Avalon Grille,  Casey’s Cupcakes, Clay Oven Indian Cuisine, Fit…

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Welcoming Whole Foods Newport Beach

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By Greer Wylder
September 13, 2012

The highly anticipated Whole Foods Newport Beach will be opening at Fashion Island on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 9 a.m. Natural and organic foods enthusiasts will appreciate the supermarket’s emphasis on sourcing local products, and its reflection of the community with a coastal themed Back Bay Tavern, with 24 craft beers on tap, wine and spirits and meals that include beef, seafood, vegetarian and vegan options, as well as debuting the first fusion café and tea bar called the Tea Hive. Stop by and order an innovative green, black or oolong tea drink from the menu that comes frozen, sparkling, iced or…

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Inside Out Living

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By Greer Wylder
September 12, 2012

Whether you’re looking for exceptional décor for your home, or wanting to design a great outdoor living space, Inside Out [365] at SoCo in Costa Mesa should be on your list of places to go. Owner Camille Bastedo designs a line of outdoor furniture handmade in Indonesia and curates modern pieces that mix well with her furniture. Her line is made mostly of new and reclaimed plantation teak and suar woods and she’s able to pass savings along to customers since she’s manufacturing the line. Furnishings and accessories at Inside Out [365] include looks that go well with bohemian, industrial and…

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