The Dose

Spring Celebration at Roger’s Gardens and Farmhouse

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By Greer Wylder
March 22, 2017

You can experience artistic fresh floral and living displays and new spring home décor collections at Roger’s Gardens on Thursday, March 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy tastings of new spring artisan cocktails and savory bites by Chef Richard Mead at Farmhouse. You’ll be inspired by the beautiful environments that celebrate nature, habitats, and sustainable living, while bringing beauty into your own home and garden. The event fee is $25 per person, and tickets can be purchased here. A portion of proceeds will be donated to The Ecology Center’s “Grow your Own” program. The Ecology Center is a non-profit…

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Costume Ready? The Grand Opening Costume Party

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By Greer Wylder
March 21, 2017

From Mardi Gras feather boas and beads, to Fourth of July patriotic wear, and costume parties for milestone birthdays and New Year’s Eve celebrations, dressing up isn’t just for Halloween any more. Orange County’s newest and largest year-round costume shop Halloween Bootique is celebrating its grand opening at The Triangle with a costume party on Thursday, March 23 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite costume, look or mask and enjoy an evening of community artists, entertainment, a costume contest, a photo booth and refreshments. In addition, Halloween Bootique is offering a 10 percent…

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Next Level Seafood at Anchor Hitch

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By Greer Wylder
March 20, 2017

Easily one of the best seafood and raw bar restaurants in Orange County is located in an unlikely spot— at Union Market, on the top level of Kaleidoscope, a lifestyle center in Mission Viejo. Anchor Hitch specializes in artistic and delicious seafood dishes—incredible plates like Green Curried Scallop Risotto, with scallops flown in from Hokkaido, Japan; Pan-Seared Branzino with roasted cauliflower puree, cashew raisin puree and mushroom truffle jus; as well as Uni Pasta with fresh egg noodles, uni cream, sous vide poached egg, rice puffs and seaweed. In the kitchen, chef Michael Pham, formerly at The Foundry on Melrose,…

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American Comfort Foods with a Twist

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By Greer Wylder
March 17, 2017

If you’re craving tasty comfort foods that are full of bold flavors with a twist—like Iron Skillet Baked Cornbread with cheddar cheese and jalapenos, and a Cowboy Burger with onion fritters, BBQ sauce, bacon, cheddar, and fries look no further than Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern (JFAT) that already boasts five locations: San Diego, Dana Point, Brea, Woodland Hills and its newest Santa Monica location. Its two OC eateries at the Village at La Floresta center in Brea, and Dana Marina Plaza in Dana Point serve eclectic offerings of American comfort foods developed by celebrated Orange County chef/restaurateur David Wilhelm. Jimmy's…

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Celebrate the Luck of the Irish at The Triangle

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By Greer Wylder
March 16, 2017

If you’re looking for somewhere to celebrate the luck of the Irish tomorrow, The Triangle in Costa Mesa has a few fun dining and entertainment destinations offering St. Patrick’s Day specials. La Vida Cantina will offer day-long specials including green Coronas for $3, Tulemore Dew shots for $6, and festive green margaritas for $5. The popular restaurant will have entertainment throughout the evening, including guitarist and percussionist Cristian performing from 6 to 9 p.m., and DJ Crave from 9pm to midnight. La Vida Cantina will also have its regular Happy Hour from 4 to 6:30pm, and Late Night Happy Hour…

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