The Dose

Get Your Skin Summer Ready at OC Skin Vibes

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By Greer Wylder
April 07, 2021

OC Skin Vibes is the newest skincare oasis to just arrive in Orange County. It’s a woman-owned and operated business by Sasha Young who is a licensed esthetician and twice certified specialist in permanent makeup. Sasha is so passionate about skin and helping her clients look and feel their best that she took a leap of faith and switched careers and opened during the pandemic. “In my previous career, I was in the financial industry for close to 23 years. What made me decide to change careers? Good question! It was being laid off three times from 2016-2019. It was…

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Celebrate the Spring Season at Roger’s Gardens!

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By Greer Wylder
April 06, 2021

Discover the world of nature, gardening, orchids, and indoor plants at Roger's Gardens. Experience viewing artistic garden displays for inspiration. Learn how to rejuvenate your garden by creating a beautiful flowering and bountiful edible garden. Connect with their gardening experts and discover specialty plants through weekly live streams. Decorate your home with unique statement pieces. Bring nature and beauty into your garden and home. Weekly Gardening Tips LIVE Streams on Facebook & Instagram Every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Weekly “Plant of the Week” Features Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. on Facebook & Instagram Experience Spring in the Garden!…

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The Hideaway, A Hidden Gem in Long Beach

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By Greer Wylder
April 05, 2021

The Hideaway is a hidden gem on Anaheim Street in the Zaferia district in Long Beach for anyone who appreciates a modern-day chophouse and the perfect cocktail. And, now is a great time to experience The Hideaway, it’s participating in Dine Out Long Beach through April 15 with a three-course menu for $40 per person. The Signature Drink is an Absolut Elix Orange Blossom Martini, $10. The ultra-talented Chef Ryan Morrison has curated classic steakhouse signature dishes with hints of unexpected riffs on familiar items. The menu features starters for sharing, burgers, and sandwiches as well as beefy steaks and…

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Orange County’s First Craft Distillery Serves Spirited Dishes

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By Greer Wylder
April 02, 2021

Orange County's first craft distillery is now serving up "spirited" dishes to go with its lineup of grain-to-glass spirits. Blinking Owl Distillery's new kitchen means guests can now enjoy food with their craft cocktails and it's not your average bar food, thanks to chef Luis Perez and Eddie Perez of Lola Gaspar, who are running culinary operations for the distillery. Expect tasty bites infused but what else but Blinking Owl spirits, from lovely endive, fennel, cauliflower, and apple salad with vodka citrus ginger vinaigrette to the juiciest lil baby burger with a Utah-inspired bourbon fry sauce to beautifully blistered pizza…

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12 Newport Beach Restaurants Make Easter Egg-Cellent

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By Greer Wylder
April 01, 2021

Easter is right around the corner, which means it’s time to hop to it and start planning! Below is a selection of Newport Beach take-home meals and dine-in offerings that are sure to make Easter eggs-tra special. Bayside Restaurant When it comes to brunch, there is only one way to do it: bottomless style! Celebrate Easter with a three-course bottomless champagne brunch at Bayside Restaurant. Dig into decadent dishes like mushroom soup, crab cakes, eggs Benedict, braised short rib breakfast hash and more! Reservations can be made between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. with live music from 10:30 a.m. to…

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