The Dose

Newport Dunes’ Annual Easter Celebration

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By Greer Wylder
March 27, 2018

Newport Dunes’ Annual Easter Egg Hunt returns to the waterfront resort at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 31. Hundreds of children will gather on the shores to search for more than six thousand eggs containing goodies ranging from candy and toys to golden eggs containing cash prizes. One lucky kid will pick up an egg enclosed with a token for a new bicycle. The Easter Bunny himself will lead the hunt and be available for family photos. The Easter Egg hunt is free! Easter Sunday, April 1 at Newport Dunes begins with the renowned Sunrise Easter Service delivered by Mariners Church Pastor Tim Lukei…

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Orange County Market Place Grand Reopening

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By Greer Wylder
March 26, 2018

You can experience the difference at the new Orange County Market Place in Costa Mesa during its Grand Reopening on Saturday, March 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.   The day is dedicated to the Orange County community with a fundraiser and live entertainment event, Taste of the Arts, supporting the Community Outreach Alliance. COA artists will perform on the stage in the South Event Space and host art installations and experiences, alongside a car show with the Cadillac Kings Car Club. Shop the Market Place while experiencing the vintage handmade market, Behind the Picket Fence, located in the…

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Beloved Food Truck, Crepes Bonaparte Opens First Store

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By Greer Wylder
March 23, 2018

Crepes Bonaparte, a concept Christian Murcia developed while in college and grew in Orange County with his wife Danielle, just opened its first brick and mortar location in Downtown Fullerton.  Guests can select their made-to-order crepes, ranging from sweet to savory, as well as fresh breakfast options at the counter, then select a seat at the indoor high tops or on the al fresco patio. Signature menu items include the Caprese with roasted tomato, seasoned chicken, mozzarella and garlic pesto, California Sunrise with avocado, crisp slices of bacon, roasted tomato, cheddar and a freshly cracked egg, and the HazelBerryAna® fresh…

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Welcome to Orange County Fashion Week®

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By Greer Wylder
March 22, 2018

The place to see the most exciting local and international fashion leaders, designers, stylists, and brands is OC Fashion Week® March 25 – March 28. Opening Day features a premiere of Fashion Parade 2018 in front of stunning panoramic city views at Marriott Irvine Spectrum’s Hive & Honey Rooftop Bar on Sunday, March 25 at 3 p.m. At this special preview, you’ll see the latest ready-to-wear creations from BGR Designs creator Berenice Gonzales, elegant designer Charmaine Joie Couture and Carmerad Hand-Made collection from girls’ wear designer Adina Bidian. Also introducing the Jewelry collections of Australian jeweler Sally Skoufis, Jacqueline Paolo…

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Jan’s Health Bar’s 45-Year Anniversary Celebration

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By Greer Wylder
March 21, 2018

Jan’s Health Bar celebrates 45 years of fresh, delicious, community-inspired food on Sunday, March 25 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Huntington Beach location on Main Street! Enjoy live music, free samples, and a fresh food-filled menu of sandwiches, soups, salads, and fruit smoothies during a special 45-Year Anniversary event celebrating one of Orange County’s most well-known and respected eateries. Today, Jan’s, home of the original Tuna and avocado sandwich, boasts three other locations, in Costa Mesa, Corona del Mar, and Laguna Beach. The first 45 guests to arrive at the event will receive a FREE $20 gift…

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