The Dose

You Need A Holiday!

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By Greer Wylder
July 13, 2016

The newest social cocktail lounge in OC, Holiday in Westside Costa Mesa will open Friday, July 15 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. With a throwback to the classic cocktail era--a dimmed ambiance and atmospheric music--it’s the place for an enticing evening experience out on the town. It will offer a sultry blend of craft libations, late night gourmet snacks, and nightly entertainment. Holiday is the newest concept from the Social Management Group (SMG) operators and promoters of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and special events. The group has also developed Sutra Nightclub, Bassmnt NightClub and La Vida Cantina to name a…

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Culture, Music and Art at Long Beach POW! WOW!

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By Greer Wylder
July 12, 2016

POW! WOW! Long Beach returns July 11-17 with a week-long celebration of culture, music and art, changing the face of the city with large-scale mural installations.  Inspired by Honolulu’s POW! WOW! Hawaii and following on last year’s successful inaugural event in Long Beach, the festival centers around internationally renowned artists who will complete a series of urban murals throughout the city. Installation locations will include major attractions and landmarks such as the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Long Beach Convention Center, Edison Apartments, and Westin Hotel in Long Beach. Participating artists include Sean “Hula” Yoro, Felipe Pantone, Cinta Vidal Agulló,…

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Consign with Christie’s Auction Specialists

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By Greer Wylder
July 08, 2016

Following exceptional results at auction in 2015, Christie’s specialists will be visiting the First Team Real Estate Newport Beach office on Thursday, July 14 to provide complimentary and confidential valuations of your jewelry, watches and works of Asian art.  You can schedule an appointment today to learn more about the benefits of consigning with Christie’s.   For jewelry, contact Peggy Gottlieb at pgottlieb@christies.com or 310.385.2665. For watches, contact Brandon Frazin at bfrazin@christies.com or 212.636.2691. For Asian art, contact Andrew Lick at alick@christies.com or 415.982.0982. The Rolex above, a fine and rare stainless steel Chronograph Wristwatch with Bracelet, Cosmograph, Daytona, Paul Newman. Model, Ref.…

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Urban Produce Farm Store Opens in Irvine

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By Greer Wylder
July 07, 2016

Join the grand opening of the Urban Produce Farm Store in Irvine on Saturday, July 9 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. They have a one-of-a-kind patented growing system that alone is worth the drive and visit. Urban Produce is on an impressive mission to revolutionize locally grown produce and globalize it. Their high-density vertical growing system allows them to grow the equivalent of 16 acres of produce on an 1/8 of an acre footprint. While you’re there, pick up some fresh organic produce and get a bite to eat from Chef Bill and support Bracken's Kitchen.10% of proceeds will benefit…

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Modern Mexican Cuisine at Anepalco

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By Greer Wylder
July 06, 2016

Chef Danny Godinez at Anepalco is on a major roll—he’s elevating Mexican cuisine in Orange County and beyond. He grew up in Acapulco and cooked alongside his mom at her restaurant since he was a young child. She instilled in him that cooking from scratch was the only way to go and her influence stuck. He’s worked at some of the best kitchens in Orange County and already has two thriving restaurants in Orange under his belt: Anepalco Café on Main Street, and Anepalco at the ALO, an Ayres Hotel on W. Chapman Avenue. And, he’ll be opening El Mercado…

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