The Dose

‘Tradition Meets Innovation’ at Cafe Jardin

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By Greer Wylder
August 12, 2019

It’s always wonderful to start a new week with great news: After a hiatus to focus on his health, beloved chef Pascal Olhats is returning to cooking at Café Jardin in the beautiful Sherman Library and Gardens in Corona del Mar. He has decided to make it his top focus. He’ll also be working with an amazing young, up-and-coming top chef, Chef Jessica Roy. “Our culinary paths have crossed at several charity events over the years. While I was looking for a kitchen partner, Chef Jessica expressed her desire not only to work with me but also finds it very…

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The 9th Annual Los Angeles Food & Wine, August 22-25

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By Greer Wylder
August 09, 2019

Southern California’s fave food and wine festival, Los Angeles Food & Wine, is ramping up to its ninth rendition, August 22-25. Festival-goers will rub shoulders with the nation’s hottest chefs during the four-day epicurean extravaganza, with events spanning the City of Angels. Fans of fine food can score tickets a la carte at lafw.com. Among the culinary stars at the festival, the legendary Jeremiah Tower (“The Last Magnificent”), native Angelenos Nancy Silverton, Jet Tila and Alvin Cailan, and several celebrity chefs, like Curtis Stone, Tim Hollingsworth, and Antonia Lofaso. The festival will also showcase wines from across California and the…

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David Wilhelm Opens “His Most Exciting Restaurant Yet”

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By Greer Wylder
August 08, 2019

Tavern House, a new waterfront eatery in the former 3-Thirty-3 Waterfront location in Newport Beach is now open and serving a combination of all-time favorites and new offerings from longtime restaurateur, David Wilhelm.  The menu offers a combination of Wilhelm’s ‘greatest hits’ such as the Honey Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Prime Mishima Ranch Burger, Maple and Bacon Charred Brussels Sprouts, Snapper Veracruzana, Salmon Carpaccio, and others, alongside a variety of classic New American dishes with a creative spin by Tavern House’s Executive Chef, Mike Payne. All menu items are prepared with the highest quality ingredients featuring sustainable and properly harvested seafood, humanely-raised…

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The 3rd Annual Pacific Wine & Food Classic

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By Greer Wylder
August 07, 2019

Celebrate the summer season at the third annual Pacific Wine & Food Classic, a two-day culinary event with incredible chefs, restaurants and wineries at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18. Participating chefs will create dishes reminiscent of their fondest summer memories and all-new activations will remind guests of favorite summertime feelings. In between bites and pours, dance on the beach at the Silent Disco by Celebrity Cruise, relax at The Wine Lounge by Dacor Luxury Kitchen Appliances, or stop by the Bubble Bar for a glass of bubbly featuring G.H. Mumm.…

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Hi-Time Wine Cellars 13th Annual Charity Chili Cook-Off

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By Greer Wylder
August 06, 2019

Hi-Time Wine Cellars will celebrate its 13th annual Charity Chili Cook-Off benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of Central Orange Coast on Sunday, August 11 from 12-5 p.m. This year’s theme is “Rockin’ Blues” and guests are encouraged to wear their favorite blues-themed attire. Attendees will sample chili and beverages from a wide variety of local businesses and organizations including The Alley, Asom Broso Fine Tequilas, Blue Marble Cocktails, Bluewater Grill, Bootleggers Brewery, Café International, The Cannery, Caliente, Costa Mesa Fire Department, The Country Club, Cutwater, Daily Squares Catering, Harp Inn, High Noon, Jim Beam, Juliette’s Kitchen, Newport Rib Company,…

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