The Dose

Swing Under the Stars On Valentine’s Day

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By Greer Wylder
February 12, 2019

This Valentine’s Day, you can spend the night dancing under the stars with someone special, family, and friends at a FREE community event at Julianne and George Argyros Plaza in Costa Mesa. Enjoy live music from Dave Stuckey and the Hot House Gang from 6 to 9 p.m.. The dance floor has room for all: singles, couples, seasoned dancers, and those just learning. They’ll have an expert instructor on hand to help you find your dancing feet, along with caricatures, giveaways from Bumble, and a chance to make your own Valentine’s Day card for someone special. While you’re there, enjoy…

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Delicious Dining Options on Valentine’s Day

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By Greer Wylder
February 11, 2019

Still looking for ideas on where to dine with your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day? Here’s a round-up of some local eateries offering Valentine’s Day specials. Provenance - NEWPORT BEACH  Celebrate Valentine's Day at Provenance and keep the love local! Chef Cathy Pavlos is serving up some seriously good eats this Valentine's Day. As with all special occasions at Provenance, guests can look forward to a no-nonsense, no-fuss, straight-up good time. Lovebirds will enjoy a 4-course Prix-Fixe menu featuring your choice of dishes such as Black Canyon Filet Mignon and Plancha-Seared Wild Branzino Filet. Full Valentine’s Day menu at provenanceoc.com/menu. Pricing…

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Lunar New Year Celebrations at South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
February 08, 2019

South Coast Plaza is celebrating the Lunar New Year through Monday, February 18. You can visit their  boutiques for special products and collections, receive a South Coast Plaza limited-edition gift with a minimum purchase, and enter a contest for a chance to win prizes from luxury boutiques. There’s exciting family-friendly experiences, unique exhibits, and a one-of-a-kind spectacular Year of the Pig centerpiece in Jewel Court. Enter for an opportunity to win luxury prizes from South Coast Plaza boutiques, including a $1,000 South Coast Plaza shopping spree. Entry forms are available at South Coast Plaza Concierge locations. South Coast Plaza boutiques…

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My Top 10 Valentine’s Day Gifts

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By Greer Wylder
February 07, 2019

Love is in the air and so is my Valentine’s Day Top 10 Gift List. Here’s the thing with Valentine’s Day, even if you don’t have a love in your life, you can treat yourself, your friends, or family! We're just one week out, so if you need help, here are my suggestions: Luxury Perfumes at Le Labo Ever since I discovered Le Labo fragrances, I can’t stop thinking about them. Le Labo is a luxury perfume brand that just so happens to have the perfect store at Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach. Each scent and bottle is made-to-order…

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What’s New at The Farm + Food Lab?

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By Greer Wylder
February 06, 2019

Solutions for Urban Agriculture is thrilled to be operating the Great Park Farm + Food Lab this year, in partnership with the City of Irvine and the UC Master Gardeners of Orange County. The Farm + Food Lab, located with the Orange County Great Park, is an interactive outdoor classroom for visitors of all ages, featuring numerous agricultural methods, interactive exhibits, and learning gardens. It is a working and dynamic organic agricultural space with a mission to educate visitors about gardening, inspire innovative and unique ideas, and facilitate a thriving community of people working in partnership. The Farm + Food…

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