The Dose

The 14th Annual LAWineFest Moves to the Pike Outlets in Long Beach

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By Greer Wylder
May 30, 2019

Wine lovers and craft beer enthusiasts can prepare for two days of unlimited tastings and an informal way to hone wine knowledge at the 14th annual LAWineFest on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 in downtown Long Beach at The Pike Outlets. This year the fest raises funds and awareness for the Long Beach Public Library and Long Beach City College foundations and will highlight 200+ wines from around the globe, especially highlighting those made in California and Los Angeles County. Created by wine authority and educator Dr. Joel M. Fisher, it delivers a unique tasting opportunity in a…

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Social Costa Mesa Set to Open Sister Restaurant in Huntington Beach

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By Greer Wylder
May 29, 2019

Social Costa Mesa partners, Andrew and Raquel Dorsey and Chronic Tacos co-founder Dan Biello, will open their second concept, Social Huntington Beach in July. They’ll be taking over the SeaSalt Woodfire Grill location and bringing back original executive chef, Jeffrey Boullt to take Social Huntington Beach to the next level. Boullt returns to Social from Playground DTSA, where he was Chef de Cuisine from 2016 to 2018, and most recently, Rose Cafe in Venice Beach where he was Executive Sous Chef, cooking under Jason Neroni until April. Having grown up in Orange County and trained at Commander’s Palace in New…

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A Passion for Fashion and Charity, Tudaloo by Jodi Salerno

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By Greer Wylder
May 28, 2019

Orange County-based Tudaloo, founded by Jodi Salerno is a hot women’s totes and custom-made accessories company. In just three years, Tudaloo has expanded to over 20 retail locations across the country. And Jodi grew her line to include over 35 new products including a full line of dog accessories. There are also totes of all sizes - from clutch totes, cosmetic totes, tissue totes, yoga totes, pool totes, travel totes, and crossbody totes.  Tudaloo also makes dog leashes, dog bandanas, dog beds, coasters, blankets, placemats, garment bags, table runners, aprons, tablecloths and more. This Mother’s Day, 25 top mom celebrities were…

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GritCycle Celebrates Sixth Location and Gritty Up Fundraiser

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By Greer Wylder
May 24, 2019

GritCycle, Orange County’s most popular, community-based boutique indoor cycling centers, continues to expand with its sixth location opening in Ladera Ranch. Other GritCycle locations include Costa Mesa, Monarch Beach, Long Beach, Anaheim Hills, and Huntington Beach. In celebration, GritCycle plans to make its 6th Annual Gritty Up fundraiser for the John Wayne Cancer Foundation the biggest to date. GritCycle’s Gritty Up fundraiser includes a party and auction and a three-hour indoor cycling ride to support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation in its mission to improve outcomes for cancer patients and save lives through cancer research, education, awareness, and support. This…

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Aloha-Style Dining at Royal Hawaiian Fire Grill

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By Greer Wylder
May 23, 2019

In celebration of Royal Hawaiian Fire Grill’s one month anniversary, they rolled out exciting promotions. At the aloha-style restaurant in Laguna Beach, there's a new Changes in Latitude Happy Hour from 4 - 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Enjoy signature, frosty RoHi cocktails select wines, craft beers and well drinks at special pricing. Pair your drink with an innovative appetizer menu with all items priced between $5 and $10. Try Authentic Hawaiian Ahi Poke, Grilled Shrimp, Wood-Grilled Shishito Peppers and Edamame, crafty Fried Cheese Bites or daily-made Empanadas with a variety of delicious fillings. Also, new is Aloha Tuesday Local…

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