The Dose

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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One Lucky Mother for OC Moms

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By Greer Wylder
July 05, 2016

Moms can join the inaugural “One Lucky Mother” event on Saturday, July 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at The District at Tustin Legacy for an exciting afternoon of delicious food, wine and a showcase of unique experiences.  The event is designed to spoil moms with delicious food and drinks from: La Crema Winery, Liberated Wines, Benvolio Wines, A Coffee Bar by Portola Coffee, Water bar by Hawaiian Springs Water and Incredible Food by: JT Schmid's, Bluewater Grill, Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Q, Beer and Bites by The Auld Dubliner, Cake by Nothing Bundt Cakes, Fresh salads by Market 2 Plate and Sushi Rolls by RA…

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Whatever you do, do Blink Inc.

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By Greer Wylder
July 01, 2016

Blink Inc., a new photo shoot experience opens today at Fashion Island. Its niche is delivering professional digital photography in real-time at an affordable price. With its blank canvas backdrop to inspire creativity, self-expression and personal style during a photo shoot, you can create an elegant and fun photo shoot. Each shoot can last anywhere from 10-minutes to several hours, and the result will give you a hundreds of beautiful photographs that you can view, buy and share instantly via Blink Inc.’s website. Pricing is affordable with shoots start at $25. Images can be purchased a la carte for just…

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50 Year Celebration at Avila’s El Ranchito

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By Greer Wylder
June 30, 2016

Avila’s El Ranchito celebrates its 50th anniversary with 13 family-owned restaurants serving Mama Avila’s authentic Mexican recipes made from scratch daily. The first Avila’s El Ranchito opened in Huntington Park in 1966 with only five tables. Today, a member of the Avila family oversees each restaurant and they’ve planned summer celebrations to thank their guests at each location. Mama’s recipes are always made to her standards, including several signature specialties. Mama Avila’s Soup, a longtime favorite, is made with fresh made chicken broth, hand-pulled chunks of chicken breast and rice. Garnished with generous portions of avocado, tomato, cilantro and lime…

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