The Dose

Ironwood Seasonal Wine Country Cuisine

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By Greer Wylder
May 16, 2016

The new Ironwood restaurant in Laguna Hills, a concept from longtime OC restaurateur Russ Bendel, raises the bar on the dining scene in south Orange County. It’s offering international wine selections, craft beers, creative cocktails and wine country cuisine prepared from scratch by Bendel’s partner, chef Jared Cook. Bendel, formerly at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Newport Beach, also owns Vine Restaurant & Bar, a Napa Valley-influenced restaurant in San Clemente. Cook also oversees the kitchen at the award-winning eatery. Ironwood’s name was inspired by the evergreen desert tree—its hardwood is often used for handles of culinary tools.…

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Summer Style Forecast and Fashion Show

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By Greer Wylder
May 13, 2016

Fitness and fashion enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Style Forecast & Fashion Show event on Thursday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. at our favorite local shop for runners—A Snail’s Pace Running Shop in Mission Viejo. The evening will start with informal modeling featuring the latest and best names in fitness fashions, custom bra fittings by Moving Comfort, and personal shopping. You can take part in social media contests, raffles and other surprises with from top names brand names such as Brooks, ASICS and New Balance. Light refreshments will be served. You can RSVP here. Highlights from the fashion show…

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SeaSalt Woodfire Grill ‘Farm-to-Fire’ Grilling in Huntington Beach

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By Greer Wylder
May 12, 2016

After years of perfecting Santa Maria-style barbecue to her liking, Alicia Whitney, owner of the award-winning SeaLegs Wine Bar and her team just opened SeaSalt Woodfire Grill in Huntington Beach. The fantastic lumberjack breakfast and grilled meat concept specializes in “farm-to-fire” grilling made famous by mid-19th century settlers in Santa Maria Valley on the California central coast. Thanks to SeaSalt Woodfire Grill, you can enjoy a modern interpretation of the feasts that 19th century California ranches put on for their vaqueros as well as family and friends. It’s introducing the tasty, smoky, hearty flavors to Orange County. “Pitmasters’ live-fire grilling…

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Above and Below the U.S.-Mexico Border Finds at Alta Baja Market

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By Greer Wylder
May 11, 2016

The new Alta Baja Market at 4th Street Market in Downtown Santa Ana is the brainchild of Natasha Monnereau, a New Mexico native, sommelier and wine educator and event pro; and Delilah Snell, co-founder of Patchwork Show and the Craftcation Conference, and founder/owner of the former Road Less Traveled Store in Santa Ana, an award winning eco­boutique/sustainable workshop and lecture space. Celebrating Mexico’s food and culture, the American Southwest and California, Alta Baja Market is the first of its kind, one stop shop for rare finds from above and below the border including kitchen items, dry goods, gifts, books, wines…

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Zen-Like Skin Care and Wellness

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By Greer Wylder
May 10, 2016

At the new Skin Care and Wellness by Robin Marie in Laguna Hills, you can be treated to a Zen-like calm and the best in radiant, healthy skin services. For the first time in her medical aesthetic career, Robin Marie opened her own studio where she specializes in results driven signature treatments from her years of experience and continuous education. Robin Marie uses all natural products and optimal skin care techniques for your specific needs. We have been big fans of hers for years. She’s certified in a wide range of treatments including DiamondTome with Hydro Wand microdermabrasion, all levels…

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