The Dose

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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A Solution To Your Child’s Struggle

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By Greer Wylder
March 15, 2017

Your neighborhood Huntington Beach Brain Balance Achievement Center, located in Seacliff Village Shopping Center, offers you and your family a solution to your child's struggle!  Brain Balance identifies the issues, sets a resolution plan and gets your child back on track.  Brain Balance creates a holistic view of your child through an initial set of tests that identify areas that need attention and strengthening. From the results of that assessment, they can create a plan focused on getting your child back on track. Brain Balance provides a comprehensive, non-medical approach that combines physical and sensory exercises with academic skill training…

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Chinese Culinary Hot Spot Opening First OC location

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By Greer Wylder
March 14, 2017

If you love delicious, flavorful and spicy Sichuan cuisine as much as we do, you’ll be thrilled to know that Irvine will soon be home to the first Beijing-based Meizhou Dongpo in Orange County.  On Thursday, March 16, the renowned Sichuan eatery with more than 120 locations in China, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, is opening at Culver Plaza Shopping Center in Irvine. At the new expansive restaurant expect fresh, sophisticated Sichuan fare set in an upscale contemporary setting. The extensive menu will include its famous house special, the famed tableside carved roasted duck, along with dim sum brunch items…

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Pure Barre Anniversary Party

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By Greer Wylder
March 13, 2017

I'm excited to share that Pure Barre Orange County, the original boutique lifestyle brand that innovated group fitness is set to celebrate its 8th anniversary in their four Southern California locations—Huntington Beach, Irvine, Mission Viejo, and Newport Beach--on Saturday, March 18 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pure Barre classes offer an extremely effective total body workout that lifts your seat, tones your thighs, abs and arms, and burns fat in record-breaking time.  With its unique franchise business model, Pure Barre has created an opportunity for fitness enthusiasts to pursue their dreams doing what they love. You can experience “the safest most…

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