The Dose

Brunch Options in OC Just Got Better

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By Greer Wylder
August 12, 2016

Your Sunday Brunch options are about to expand for the better. For the first time, Pizzeria Ortica in Costa Mesa, will add Sunday brunch to its already popular lunch and dinner service. The simple, but delicious a la carte menu, will be available starting Sunday, Aug. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chef Justin Miller’s new menu features small plates, “eggs and such,” and pizzas, with prices ranging from $6-$16. Innovative cocktails, crafted by award-winning beverage director Joel Caruso, include The Vegetarian—a bloody Mary with housemade mix and pickled vegetables; The Pescatarian, a tequila or gin version with house…

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The Elevated Nail Salon Experience

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By Greer Wylder
August 11, 2016

You can indulge in some luxe pampering at the latest Polished Perfect by Twila True that just opened in Irvine’s Los Olivos Marketplace. The nail studio is like no other, offering elevated manicure and pedicure services in a stylish and elegant environment—think plush settees and sleek, gleaming spa tubs. Polished Perfect by Twila True's has two other OC locations: a flagship location at East 17th Street in Costa Mesa; on Baker Street in Costa Mesa; and coming soon to La Floresta at Brea. Founder Twila True is setting a new standard in the nail salon experience by offering custom designed…

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Summering at Social

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By Greer Wylder
August 10, 2016

It’s been nearly two years since Social Costa Mesa opened on West 19th Street as a chef and ingredient-focused restaurant with locally-sourced produce and meats set in an open rustic atmosphere.  It’s a go-to place for shared plates, weekend brunch, late-night bites, seasonal menus, indulgent entrees, as well as handcrafted cocktails. Now, its new executive chef Brian Jezer has introduced a fresh summer menu with a delicious Crab & Heirloom Salad, Seafood Tower, Fresh Oysters, Summer Squash Toast and more! He works with chef de cuisine Daniel Chavez on many of the dishes, and bar director David Valiante is creating…

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Celebrate An Endless Summer at The Triangle

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By Greer Wylder
August 09, 2016

Summer may be winding down, but there is still plenty of fun to be had at The Triangle in the heart of Costa Mesa. From al fresco dining with family as we continue to enjoy our sunny OC weather, or spending time with friends bowling, catching a new movie, or dancing, The Triangle offers plenty of restaurants and entertainment for an endless summer. Tavern + Bowl recently opened a new patio, adjacent to the restaurant on Newport Boulevard. If you haven’t been to Tavern + Bowl, you’re missing out on some of the best casual yet contemporary American food in…

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And The Nominees Are…

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By Greer Wylder
August 08, 2016

The results are in for the first week of voting for the Golden Foodies - People's Choice Awards. The winners will be announced on September 25th at the Golden Foodie Awards. And the nominees are... Best American Cuisine The Ranch-Anaheim 370 Common-Laguna Beach Social Costa Mesa Best Mexican Cuisine Coyote Grill – Laguna Beach Urbana – Anaheim Solita – Huntington Beach Best Vegetarian Cuisine Falasophy – Food Truck Mead’s Green Door Café - Orange Provenance – Newport Beach Bartender of The Year Gabe Whorley at Ironwood – Laguna Hills David Valiante at Social Costa Mesa – Costa Mesa Jose Zepeda…

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