The Dose

Passionate about Pizza Napoletana

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By Greer Wylder
August 17, 2016

It's already been a banner year for Angelina’s Pizzeria. It recenlty opened its second location at the Los Olivos Marketplace in Irvine, after opening in Dana Point in 2012--- and it was just nominated "Best Pizza" in the Golden Foodies - People's Choice Awards. It could serve some of the most authentic Pizza Napoletana in OC. Owner Sandro Nardone left Atina, Italy to open a pizzeria, and along with the Angelina family, they source the best Italian ingredients, along with a hand built Stefano Ferrara wood-burning ovens—as premium as you can get. There’s no doubt the pizzas are some of…

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Irvine Improv Three Special Headliner shows

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By Greer Wylder
August 16, 2016

You’ll laugh till you cry at three upcoming special shows at the Irvine Improv at Irvine Spectrum, one of the largest comedy clubs in the country and the first to include an Umami Burger. Get your tickets today for Piff the Magic Dragon, Rob Schneider and David Spade--these stand-up shows are expected to sell out. On August 19-21 - Piff the Magic Dragon- The stand out star of season 10 of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” Piff wears a dragon suit (with a trademark Chihuahua named Mr. Piffles) and performs jaw-dropping magic tricks. Piff has performed to hundreds of thousands of fans in…

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Week Two, And The Nominees Are…

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By Greer Wylder
August 16, 2016

The results are in for the second 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 Food Influencer OC Comestibles Grub Tribe The Fork Report Best Burger Burger Parlor in Fullerton Mick's Karma Bar in Irvine 25 Degrees in Huntington Beach Best Beer Selection Hopscotch Tavern in Fullerton Provisions Market in Orange Grits Fullerton in Fullerton Best Mediterranean Cuisine Rosine's in Anaheim Hills D'Vine in Brea Kentro Greek Kitchen in Fullerton Best California Cuisine Napa Rose in Anaheim SeaLegs in…

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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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