The Dose

Primed for Something Tasty

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By Greer Wylder
January 08, 2010

Now that the holidays are in the rear-view mirror, we can breathe a sigh of relief. We say now is the perfect time to share a Sunday meal with your family (or better yet friends, we know how families can be) in a warm atmosphere. Fleming’s at Fashion Island is offering its three-course prime rib dinner every Sunday in January at a special price of $29.95 per guest. First, your choice of salad: the wedge, Fleming’s or Caesar. Second course includes 12 oz. of succulent prime rib au jus, creamy horseradish and dijon sauces served with your choice of one…

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What a Week for Newport Dining

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By Greer Wylder
January 06, 2010

Dine at all of your favorite Newport Beach restaurants starting Jan. 22 through Jan. 28 for Newport Beach Restaurant Week, the annual week-long citywide culinary celebration where you can order bargain three-course prix-fixe lunches and dinners. Newport Beach Restaurant Week features nearly 75 of the finest Newport Beach restaurants that will be serving up special lunch menus at $15 or $20 and dinner menus at $25 or $35. And the more you dine out, the more you’ll be rewarded. When your bill comes, you’ll receive a Newport Beach Dining Reward Card worth 20% off food orders redeemable after Restaurant Week…

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We Love It Raw

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By Greer Wylder
January 05, 2010

Whole Foods in Tustin landed a major coup with the partnership of Jenny Ross of 118 Degrees Restaurant at The CAMP in Costa Mesa. Ross, the chef/owner of 118 Degrees, OC’s premiere raw foods restaurant, is debuting a new Raw Bar Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. It’s a free grand opening party and you’re invited! The Raw Bar features Jenny’s delicious raw cuisine inspired by her past ten years in the raw food movement. You can sample raw bar favorites like chocolate truffles, lasagna, portabello tacos and more; and drink Kombucha martinis (we might pass on this one). Singer,…

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Stand Up and Be Surfing!

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By Greer Wylder
January 04, 2010

The epicenter of all things paddle surfing in OC is at Paddle Surf Warehouse in Costa Mesa. It’s a one-stop shopping destination for all paddle board-related gear with more than 100 boards in stock. Choose from even cutting-edge paddleboards plus bags, paddles, and deck pads. It carries boards for high-performance surfing, or just paddling along the coast and even lakes. Owner Mike Roberts, a paddle surfer enthusiast, can answer any questions you might have about the sport. The C4 Waterman Stand-Up Paddle surfboard line is the culmination of Robert’s knowledge along with three other pros who bring more than 160…

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How to get 70% off at CdM Boutique

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By Greer Wylder
January 01, 2010

Finally a new year, and a new chance to save on hard-to-find chic women’s apparel. Westerly Boutique in Corona del Mar starts its progressive sale Saturday at 10 a.m. It works like this: your first item is 50% off, your second item is 60% off, your third item and consecutive purchases are 70% off. Owner Lindsey Garland seeks out coveted fashion-forward designers that you won’t find elsewhere in OC. Choose from organic tees, premium denim, cocktail and party dresses, jewelry, accessories and more. Designers on sale include Alexander Wang, See by Chloe, Tucker, Madison Marcus, A.L.C., IRO, Opening Ceremony, J…

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