The Dose

SoCal’s First All Plant-Based Ice Cream Shop

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By Greer Wylder
August 26, 2018

If you're lactose intolerant, vegan, or just want to try a new frozen sweet sensation, you’ll need to discover Hug Life, which serves house-made dairy-free ice cream, shakes, ice cream sandwiches, Root Beer floats, and specialty cakes. Its original shop is in Garden Grove, and it just opened a second location in Orange.   The creamery serves generous scoops of "anti-dairy" plant-based ice cream made from a mixture of organic soy milk and organic coconut milk and sweetened with organic cane sugar, Nectar extract, and juice. Flavors include classics such as chocolate, Rocky Road, vanilla, strawberry, and cookies ‘n cream,…

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von Hemert Interiors Labor Day Sale

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By Greer Wylder
August 24, 2018

von Hemert Interiors is celebrating Labor Day Sale with their HUGE furniture sale going on now through Tuesday, August 28th at their Costa Mesa and Torrance locations. At the biggest sale of the year, you can expect to find savings of up to 75% off everything! Everything in both stores are on sale at the deepest factory discounts of the year.  They offer a beautiful selection of furniture, lighting, bedding, rugs, accent pieces, accessories, art and more. They also carry one-of-a-kind items, discontinued and unique "one-offs" that are sold "as-is" under their tent at their Costa Mesa location. They are restocking from their warehouse daily. Come by and take a look!  von Hemert Interiors staff is made up of experienced…

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Prism Boutique Expands into OC

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By Greer Wylder
August 23, 2018

In celebration of its expansion into Orange County, Long Beach-based Prism Boutique will host a two-day grand opening celebration at its new Costa Mesa location on Saturday, Aug. 25 and Sunday, Aug. 26, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Prism offers unique clothing, accessories, jewelry, vintage apparel and home goods handmade by independent artists from around the corner and across the globe. In the new space at the LAB Anti-mall, you can shop the store’s latest arrivals, and enjoy a fun-filled day of fashion, treats, drinks, and more. It will also host the store’s signature events, pop-ups and maker meet-and-greets.…

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The 5th Annual Newport Beach Wine & Food Festival

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By Greer Wylder
August 22, 2018

The Newport Beach Wine & Food Festival, one of Southern California's most exclusive and acclaimed wine and food events, is returning for its fifth year on Thursday, October 4 - Sunday, October 7. The weekend, filled with VIP events ranging from private chef dinners to yacht parties, is an opportunity for guests to meet James Beard award-winning chefs, Food Network & Top Chef stars, and enjoy tastings from over 40 of Orange County's top restaurants and wineries. The Grand Tasting event, which features unlimited small plates and wine tastings, celebrity chef cooking demos, live music, and more, will take place…

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Orange County’s Newest New York-Style Pizzeria and Beer Bar

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By Greer Wylder
August 21, 2018

Orange County’s newest New York-style pizzeria and beer bar, The Bowery brings New York pizza, 33 beer taps and a rock ‘n’ roll vibe to Fullerton and surrounding cities. The restaurant—founded by the owners of Downtown Fullerton’s Bourbon Street Bar & Grill next door—is inspired by New York’s traditions with a California twist. Pizza is served whole or by the slice. Classic pizzas include the Pesto with Arugula pesto, Bowery Cheese blend, ricotta, oven-roasted garlic, pine nuts and red chili flakes; The Butcher with red gravy, Applewood smoked bacon, pepperoni, Italian sausage and meatballs; and BBQ with BBQ sauce, Bowery…

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