The Dose

Aussie Eatery Celebrates Four Years in Costa Mesa

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By Greer Wylder
March 20, 2019

Outpost Kitchen, the Aussie eatery in Costa Mesa celebrates four years with vibrant new additions to their breakfast and lunch menus. Inspired by the 1970s beach cafes of Australia, restaurateur Jay Lewis recreates the familiar feeling of a neighborhood meeting spot, the go-to place for clean, fresh food with Outpost Kitchen. Lewis recently announced his plans to open a second location this summer at 3420 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa. To lead culinary operations for his growing brand, Lewis has tapped Executive Chef David Osborn who brings to Outpost Kitchen more than 30 years of culinary and operations experience. With…

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Festival Ballet Theatre’s Storybook Masterpiece Sleeping Beauty

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By Greer Wylder
March 19, 2019

Celebrate spring with a full-length production of the beloved classical ballet, The Sleeping Beauty on Saturday, March 23 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 24 at 2 p.m. at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. This timeless love story will feature renowned guest artists Beckanne Sisk and Chase O’Connell of Ballet West in the lead roles. Festival Ballet Theatre’s heart-warming production of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece brings to life fabled storybook favorites Princess Aurora, Puss ‘n Boots, Little Red Riding Hood, and the Big Bad Wolf…characters that remind us that good always triumphs over evil. This production is set to the music of Peter Tchaikovsky with choreography by Artistic Director…

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Indian cuisine meets Mexican flavors

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By Greer Wylder
March 18, 2019

Indian cuisine meets Mexican flavors when ADYA chef/partner Shachi Mehra and Puesto chef Katy Smith present “From Mumbai to Mexico City,” their 2nd annual collaborative dinner on Thursday, March 28 at 6 p.m. The dinner will feature 5 courses that showcase each chef's individual style, as well as the magic that happens when the authentic flavors of ADYA and Puesto collide. In addition, Puesto Pastry Chef Erik Aronow will be involved in the dinner, creating a one-of-a-kind dessert inspired by both India and Mexico. “My goal with the Guest Chef Collaborations is to show our guests how Indian food can come together with cuisines from other parts of the…

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Build Your Organic Bowl at Mother’s Organic Kitchen

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By Greer Wylder
March 14, 2019

Do you want to eat more fresh and organic foods? Look no further, the new Mother's Organic Kitchen in Costa Mesa just opened in the former Thai Spice spot on E. 17th St. in Costa Mesa. It’s the perfect place to stop by for fresh seasonal build your organic bowls, soups, paninis, juices and smoothies, coffees and teas and grab-and-go items. It’s open all day, so you can get breakfast, lunch or dinner. Mother’s jumped on the popular build-your-own-bowl concept that’s just about everywhere, and this one is organic and tasty. You can choose a base from Ancient Grain Mix…

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Orange County’s Best Mobile Coffee Service

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By Greer Wylder
March 13, 2019

Bring some of the finest artisan coffee beans to your next party, event or wedding in a vintage-inspired mobile coffee trailer with Moonwood Coffee. The family-owned coffee catering company takes great pride in offering a global experience in every cup. Coffee beans are sourced from small family farms across the globe. Each batch is handcrafted and artisan-roasted to highlight its specific flavor. Moonwood Coffee offers mobile coffee catering throughout Orange County and surrounding areas. The full-service coffee bar provides two hours of service—which includes two baristas, a mobile coffee bar, and a full-size trailer. Moonwood offers hot and cold coffee…

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