The Dose

Memphis Takes Manhattan!

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By Greer Wylder
October 21, 2009

We’re longtime regulars at Memphis, the OC-based restaurant in Costa Mesa and Santa Ana and their sister entertainment hubs including the live-music venue, Detroit Bar and Tin Lizzy Saloon (a gay friendly bar) in Costa Mesa. And we’re thrilled that Memphis is spreading the love (for when we visit) and for those who live in Manhattan Beach. Memphis at the Beach is serving its signature down-home Southern foods and lighter contemporary classics made with fresh produce, premium seafood, and fine meats. Just one block from the pier, the new Memphis at the Beach is pretty green: eco-friendly furniture, wheat board…

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Teeny Weeny Green Bikini!

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By Greer Wylder
October 20, 2009

Eco-friendly is a sexy concept, and with that said, so are OC-based L*Space swimwear’s new line of “green” bikinis. The new L*Space “Slinky” collection is pioneering “going green” with fabrics made from Sarona fibers—naturally occurring starch in corn kernels that reportedly use less energy and greenhouse gas to produce than other swim wear fabrics. L*Space Slinky separates come in solid shades of black, jade, red, and chocolate brown—and if you’re concerned about stretch—this fabric offers stretch with recovery! Price points are a bit higher than other collections—$60 to $72 per piece, but as a Greer’s OC subscriber you can save.…

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Over the Moon for Mars Viewing and Talk!

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By Greer Wylder
October 19, 2009

This is as close to Mars as you are ever going to get. OC Parks is offering a free Astronomy and Stargazing event Saturday at our favorite Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center, an architectural gem sheltered from the street at the Upper Newport Bay. Scientists from Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL),creators of America’s first satellite and the first robotic craft to the moon, are giving an update on their latest missions and explorations. And they’re bringing a slightly smaller scale replica of the actual Mars Rover for a close as you’re going to get sense of the Mars mission. You…

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Savor the Flavor During Newport’s Restaurant Week!

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By Greer Wylder
October 16, 2009

Dine at your favorite Newport Beach restaurants for “Savor The Flavor” a week-long culinary celebration where you can order bargain three-course prix-fixe lunches and dinners. Newport Beach Restaurant Week runs today through next Thursday. Nearly 75 of the finest Newport Beach restaurants are serving up special menus at $10, $20, $30 or $40. And the more you dine out, the more you’ll be rewarded. When your bill comes you’ll receive a Gratuity Card worth 20% off food orders redeemable after Restaurant Week ends, and a complimentary bottle of Perrier. Gratuity cards are good Oct. 23 through Nov. 30. And there…

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Surf & Sand: Flights and Bites at Splashes!

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By Greer Wylder
October 15, 2009

On the sand in Laguna Beach, Splashes Restaurant at Surf & Sand Resort is offering a chance to savor smaller portions of three entrees of American Coastal Cuisine, and maybe preview a new item that isn’t on the regular menu. Just $45, Monday through Thursday ($60 with wine pairing). 1555 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 949.376.2779.

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