The Dose

Discover California’s #1 Luxury Hotel — Just Down the Coast

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By Greer Wylder
October 03, 2016

Bask in San Diego's endless summer glow with complimentary breakfast for two, valet parking and $50 resort credit. With blissful spa treatments, Tom Fazio golf, acclaimed dining and unrivaled service, you’ll soon experience why Fairmont Grand Del Mar is TripAdvisor’s #1 Luxury Hotel in California. For reservations, please call 1.855.314.2030 or visit fairmont.com/san-diego. Fairmont Grand Del Mar is located a mere five miles from the Pacific coastline at 5300 Grand Del Mar Court in San Diego.

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The 2017 Model OC Auto Show Oct. 6-9

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By Greer Wylder
October 02, 2016

By Greer Wylder The 2017-model OC Auto Show is around the corner, taking place October 6-9 at the Anaheim Convention Center. From FIAT to Ferrari, the annual event will feature hundreds of the latest cars, crossover, SUVs, trucks, vans and alternative fuel models. The show will also feature an off-road Jeep test track, 100-plus test drives, racing simulators, exotics, interactive fun for the little ones and more – really something for everyone. At the OC Auto Show, you can check out all the latest vehicles in a non-selling environment, talk to product specialists, inspect engines and experience the latest automotive…

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The Gray Event with Chef Pascal

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By Greer Wylder
September 30, 2016

Renowned Chef Pascal Olhats is planning a very special event to help save Elephants in Thailand. Pascal and his wife Chris spent a week volunteering their time in Thailand and now the founder of the Sanctuary, Sangdeaun Lek Chailert is coming to Orange County. The Gray Event is a special reception and dinner at Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar on Sunday, October 23rd. The reception begins at 4:30 p.m. with Thai appetizers, a silent auction, a photo station with a banner of elephants. Proceeds will benefit the Save Elephant Foundation. Guests will be entertained with authentic music…

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#NationalCoffeeDay at Common Room Roasters

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By Greer Wylder
September 29, 2016

We recently discovered what is now one of our favorite new coffee shops in OC—Common Room Roasters---it’s off the beaten path on Production Place in Newport Beach, but well worth seeking out. Owner Ed Moffatt opened Common Room Roasters last year and he’s bringing a Melbourne coffee shop experience to industrial Newport. With its proximity to local design and surf brands like RVCA, Purps, Volcolm, Hurley, Toes on the Nose, Slow Tide and What Youth, it’s a great meeting place for locals to get caffeinated. Common Room Roasters specializes in the finest micro-lot coffees and roasts them in house with…

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Bonjour Moulin in Laguna Beach

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By Greer Wylder
September 28, 2016

On the heels of Laurent Vrignaud winning a Golden Foodie Award for best French cuisine at Moulin in Newport Beach, he opens his second Moulin in Laguna Beach. The new location on Forest Avenue took over the former Scandia Bakery spot. Moulin in Laguna Beach offers a similar authentic French experience to his award-winning flagship store. “Laguna Beach has a special place in my heart. Its unique, relaxed vibe reminds me of the seaside communities across France,” said Laurent, who moved to Laguna Beach with his family in 2002. “In Laguna Beach, everyone walks about town, just as they do…

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