The Dose

Shuck It!

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By Greer Wylder
September 11, 2012

Orange County’s newest destination for fantastic fresh oysters is Shuck Oyster Bar, a new concept from Noah Blom and Leonard Chan, two foodies helping to make South Coast Collection, a culinary destination in Costa Mesa. (Chan also owns Iron Press at SoCo, for local crafted brews and gourmet waffle sandwiches, and California Shabu Shabu in Costa Mesa; and Blom will be opening ARC at SoCo soon, a classic American cocktail bar with a wood-fired kitchen.) Shuck Oyster Bar is a place to celebrate shellfish at its finest; Blom and Chan take pride in offering 48 varieties of the highest quality of…

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Work Out in Style

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By Greer Wylder
September 10, 2012

On the hunt for stylish and figure-flattering workout wear? Look no further than the new Lorna Jane boutique at Bella Terra shopping center in Huntington Beach where you can stock up on great looks for running, cycling, yoga, Pilates, the gym and much more. The popular brand from Australia, worn by fit celebrities like Charlize Theron, Jessica Alba and Vanessa Hudgens, is a great source of fashion-forward activewear that uses high-tech fabrics designed to resist shrinking and fading, wicking moisture and will dry quickly. Designs come in chic colors, all inspired by runway trends. The new store carries Lorna Jane’s…

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Topshop and Topman at Nordstrom

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By Greer Wylder
September 07, 2012

Finally, a reason to look forward to a Monday. That’s when the favorite British fashion fix line, Topshop, launches at Nordstrom South Coast Plaza, and Topshop and Topman arrives at Nordstrom Irvine Spectrum Center and online at nordstrom.com. Starting Monday, you can shop for cutting-edge styles at affordable prices making its way to Nordstrom with new deliveries every week. And save the date for Saturday, Sept. 15, when both Nordstrom stores will be  celebrating its launch with fashion and styling events, as well as gifts with purchase. At the event shop from limited edition apparel, let stylists help you find…

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Doheny Day’s Rocks On

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By Greer Wylder
September 06, 2012

It doesn’t get much better than live music at the beach. And the summer’s end tradition, Doheny Days Music Festival is back this weekend at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point. On Saturday and Sunday, top headliners like Jane’s Addiction, The Flaming Lips. Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros, Jimmy Eat World, Steele Pulse and many more will play roots, rock, reggae and funk music. The festival will also provide eco-exhibits, food and drink stands, and a vendor village. Tickets cost $100 for general admission two-day passes, to $60 for single day general admission tickets. There are also VIP access…

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Batman Live Tonight

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By Greer Wylder
September 05, 2012

The must-see “Batman Live” kicks off its North American tour tonight at Honda Center in Anaheim. For the next five days, eight performances of the bold and elaborate production will transport fans to an elaborate 3D Gotham City. The action adventure show features a spectacular state-of-the-art stage, 42 cast members,  acrobats, a 105 ft. bat shaped LED video screen, pyrotechnics and the Batmobile, designed by famed racing car designer Professor Gordon Murray. Expect to see iconic Batman haunts come to life in a visually enticing way with illusion and flying effects such as Wayne Manor, the Batcave, The Penguin’s Iceberg…

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