The Dose

The Best Chicken in OC

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By Greer Wylder
August 24, 2015

Crispy, juicy rotisserie chicken, hummus, famous garlic sauce, and freshly baked pita like no other—this is Zankou Chicken. If you haven’t been to Zankou Chicken in Anaheim, you’re missing out on some of the best chicken in Orange County. With roots in Lebanon, the Los Angeles based fast casual eatery with eight locations mostly in the LA area, is affordable, delicious and committed to high quality standards. They do not serve frozen, canned, microwaved or artificial flavored foods. Its famous chicken is delivered fresh every day, beef is high quality USDA and its pita bread is baked fresh daily, too. …

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Pass and Share at the new OPM Restaurant and Lounge

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By Greer Wylder
August 20, 2015

Huntington Beach is booming with new great restaurants to choose from. We just celebrated the second location of our favorite sandwich shop in OC, Sessions West Coast Deli on the Pacific Coast Highway, and we love the ocean views and dining experience at BLK Earth Sea Spirits at Main and Pacific Coast Highway. And now, OPM Restaurant and Lounge just opened on Warner Avenue. With a modern twist on American cuisine with global influences, OPM is bringing new flavors, small bites and a tapas concept to the Orange County restaurant scene. Executive Chef Charles Cho, a Le Cordon Bleu graduate,…

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The Chipotle of Poke

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By Greer Wylder
August 20, 2015

For poke fans and anyone who loves fish tacos, the best news of the day is that Mission Viejo-based fins Poke Fusion is reopening today with a new makeover and all new customizable bowls—think the Chipotle of poke! Now, fins Poke Fusion focuses on custom-built poke bowls, macho rolls and fresh fish tacos, using only the finest ingredients. You can build your own meals with the help of fins’ talented sushi chefs, brothers Peter and David Cho.  The Chos began their culinary career nearly a decade ago at a sushi restaurant in the same spot, and are committed to offer the highest quality fish and…

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Ocean Views at Every Seat : The New BLK Earth Sea Spirits

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By Greer Wylder
August 18, 2015

The newest venue in Huntington Beach to enjoy al fresco dining, amazing ocean views and summer sunsets is at BLK Earth Sea Spirits. BLK features contemporary American cuisine with an emphasis on grilled certified Kobe and Wagyu hand‑cut steaks, poultry and fresh seafood. The sophisticated yet casual restaurant also offers an extensive wine list and selection of craft cocktails, as well as 24 individual beer taps and a custom beer tap room. Need lunch in a hurry? BLK has an Express Lunch menu available Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a variety of entrees served in…

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Perfectly Polished In Every Way!

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By Greer Wylder
August 17, 2015

Looking for an elevated mani/pedi experience? The luxe and upscale trend in nail salons continues with Polished Perfect by Twila True, a new nail studio that just opened on Baker Street in Costa Mesa, with a second location coming soon to East 17th Street. Polished Perfect by Twila True is on a mission to up the ante on the traditional nail salon concept by becoming a leader in nail art, procedural technique, studio environment, sanitation and business innovation. “Polished Perfect by Twila True was inspired by my time overseas where I experienced pristine nail care,” said founder Twila True. “I…

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