The Dose

Farm Fresh at Fashion Island!

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By Greer Wylder
August 03, 2011

We were sad to say goodbye to Rustica at Fashion Island, but the same owners just opened Great Maple in Rustica’s former spot near Nordstrom. The new concept features American- and European-inspired cuisine with seasonal plates focused on responsibly caught seafood, farm fresh meats and tasty libations. It’s a place to stop in for small plates, gourmet burgers, grilled sandwiches, heartier dishes like orange smoked baby back ribs, maple balsamic bone-in pork chops; or pastas such as penne and meatballs; turkey bolognese; and house fried pasta with penne, market tomatoes, fresh basil, farm fresh egg, fennel sausage and parmesan. Starters…

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Want Graceful Skin?

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By Greer Wylder
August 02, 2011

One of OC’s best skin experts, Grace Gutierrez at True Grace Skin Care in Newport Beach, just introduced a new effective treatment for facial rejuvenation that you will love because it has  no downtime or irritation. The LED Light Therapy by Lumière Spa is based on years of medical research and used extensively by dermatologists and plastic surgeons internationally. At True Grace you can have the treatment in sessions of 30 minutes or included with a facial. It’s a great addition to oxygen facials, lifting facials with mild current, and microdermabrasion. It’s a non-surgical, natural way to stimulate collagen, smooth your skin, and add glow.  And True Grace Skin…

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If The Shoe Fits

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By Greer Wylder
August 01, 2011

We’re super impressed with Road Runner Sports Shoe Dog System that can really help you find perfect fitting running or walking shoes and help decrease the risk of injuries. Let’s face it, most people choose shoes for their look, not how they fit. With the Shoe Dog process you’ll discover what shoes will best address your arch, foot mechanics, body type, and needs. You’ll go through a 12-minute analysis and from a slow-motion video replay of your gait, you’ll see just how you’re landing, and through a process of elimination you’ll be directed to the right shoes that you should…

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All Decked Out!

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By Greer Wylder
July 29, 2011

A new beachfront dining experience just launched at The Deck at Pacific Edge Hotel in Laguna Beach. It’s the place to enjoy casual beach fare, fresh cocktails, watch surfers, or kick back in a cabana while getting a massage. Chef Michael Ingrino created the new simple and light menu of seafood, steak, burgers, salad, and paella, as well as specialty drinks an cocktails with fresh ingredients as cucumber, lemon, blueberry, basil and honey. Whether you want a private party or a private retreat The Deck also offers five spacious private cabanas with a variety of pampering services, including mobile airbrush…

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Weekend: Celebrate Summer & Do Good!

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By Greer Wylder
July 28, 2011

Celebrate summer and doing good at DealGooder’s Summer Soiree Party tonight from 5 to 8 p.m. at Ecco Restaurant at The CAMP in Costa Mesa. Enjoy delicious organic Italian foods from Ecco, music by DJ Bobidio, cocktails, giveaways and more. RSVP at rsvp@dealgooder.com. And if you haven’t already signed up to DealGooder, you are missing out. Not only will you save on local eateries, outings, spa treatments, retail stores, and much more you’ll also be supporting local charities--50% of the profits go back to a chosen charity of the week. Ecco Restaurant is at 2937 Bristol St. in A103 Costa…

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