The Dose

Global Wellness Day at Montage Laguna Dedicated to Charlene Florian

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By Greer Wylder
June 07, 2016

Global Wellness Day was born in Turkey just four years ago as the first “official” international day dedicated to living well. Today, it’s a globally accepted movement celebrated in 73 Countries, and it will be celebrated with Kerstin Florian skincare on Saturday, June 11 at the Montage Laguna Beach. Global Wellness Day at Montage Laguna Beach will be dedicated in memory of Kerstin Florian’s Chief Creative Officer, Charlene Florian who recently passed away. Charlene was an early Global Wellness Day supporter and speaker at the GWD in Turkey 2013. Kerstin Florian will honor her work by supporting Global Wellness Day…

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Show: The Supper Club ‘Gypsies and Thieves’

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By Greer Wylder
June 06, 2016

Looking for a night out that’s different from the norm? Show: The Supper Club returns on Friday, June 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Campus Jax in Newport Beach with Gypsies and Thieves, a  night of moving art, fusion music from the Middle East and dancing gypsies with swords and slithering snakes. The evening’s festivities will include tantalizing tapas and small plates that would make any gypsy dance for joy. The one-night-only performance of Gypsies and Thieves features exotic live musicians and performers from famous venues like Cirque du Soleil and The Magic Castle. “Show: The Supper Club was created as…

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The Wooden Boat Festival

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By Greer Wylder
June 03, 2016

Celebrate the maritime heritage of Newport Harbor and wooden boats past and present during the 3rd Annual Balboa Yacht Club Wooden Boat Festival on Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Seasoned boaters and novices can enjoy a day filled with maritime craftsmanship, art, exhibits, delicious food and drink, and lively music. The event will conclude with a 4 p.m. awards ceremony to honor the Best in Show (Perpetual Trophy), Best Sailboat, Best Powerboat, Best Human-powered Boat and People’s Choice Award winners. The Wooden Boat Festival is a free, all-day event dedicated to the unique nature, history and…

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New Eateries at Kaleidoscope and Union Market Mission Viejo

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By Greer Wylder
June 02, 2016

Just in time for the summer season, Kaleidoscope in Mission Viejo is opening three new restaurants; Union Market Mission Viejo is celebrating its first restaurant opening this weekend, and the entire center’s renovations are completed. The much-anticipated Anchor Hitch, a contemporary seafood restaurant, is celebrating its grand opening on Saturday, June 4. It will be the first restaurant to debut in Union Market Mission Viejo, a contemporary and chic dining and retail concept on the upper level of Kaleidoscope. Anchor Hitch serves most dishes family style, to encourage table interaction. Signature dishes include House Miso Clams (fresh Manila clams, mirepoix,…

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Four New Concession Stands in OC

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By Greer Wylder
May 31, 2016

It’s been a banner summer already for Alicia Whitney and the team behind SeaLegs Wine Bar and the new SeaSalt Woodfire Grill in Huntington Beach. Whitney and her team have enacted a long-term partnership with California State Parks at Bolsa Chica State Beach, including a long-term lease to operate four concession restaurants at the three-mile long Bolsa Chica State Beach. It’s the first California State Parks agreement to include more than one restaurant type concession in one agreement, and it’s only the second restaurant concession at a state park in Orange County. The Crystal Cove Alliance was awarded the first…

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