The Dose

12 Days of Christmas Lunch at A Restaurant

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By Greer Wylder
November 30, 2015

For twelve special days starting Tuesday, December 1, the A Restaurant in Newport Beach will open for a lunch for a 12 Days of Christmas Lunch continuing Tuesdays through Fridays for the first three weeks of December. A Restaurant’s 12 Days of Christmas Lunch menu created by Executive Chef Jonathan Blackford offers both the lighter and more decadent sides of lunch. A variety of classic starters include a lobster bisque, mixed baby beets salad, and veal + pork meatballs. A diverse list of entrees features the porchetta sandwich, deep-dish quiche, smoked chicken cobb salad, and braised lamb + papperdelle.  A…

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Roger’s Gardens | Our Gift to You

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By Greer Wylder
November 27, 2015

November 27 ONLY Create new traditions by visiting Roger’s Gardens this holiday season and experience the true beauty of Christmas. Bring in your children to have photo’s taken with Santa. Start you holiday celebration now at Roger’s Gardens. Receive a complimentary set of three beautiful, handmade, European glass ornaments when you spend $125 or more. *Valid only November 27, 2015. Valued at $40. While supplies last. One per household. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Available in-store only. 2301 San Joaquin Hills Road in Corona Del Mar. 949.640.5800 | www.rogersgardens.com

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Dawn Sunflower, Runway Ready Fashions in Corona del Mar

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By Greer Wylder
November 25, 2015

With holiday parties and special occasions on the calendar, it’s prime time to look out for striking fashions. And, one of the best places to find beautiful pieces is local fashion designer, Dawn Nguyen’s flagship boutique, Dawn Sunflower in Corona del Mar. As featured in Vogue, Elle, Bazaar, Glamour, Hollywood Weekly and other fashion magazines, Dawn Sunflower is the place to find modern, feminine and elegant designs that Dawn created with heart and emotion in mind. She can transform a woman’s body into art with a simple piece of delicate fabric. Her heartfelt boutique’s name was chosen in part from…

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C DOBBS High Fashion in Corona del Mar

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By Greer Wylder
November 24, 2015

C Dobbs Boutique, formerly named Carol Rachelle in Corona del Mar, just celebrated the opening of its new location and rebranding. The boutique moved a few doors down to the former Francis Orr stationary store whose proprietor went into retirement.   C Dobbs – is named after the owner, Carol Dobbs who offers a curated selection of women’s apparel hand selected in Italy, France, Denmark and the U.S. C Dobbs also carries men’s clothing, accessories, specialty gifts and local artwork. The boutique is continuing to celebrate its new brand and the holidays with special events throughout the holiday season. You…

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Better Than a Blow Dry Bar

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By Greer Wylder
November 23, 2015

One of our favorite local day spas and salons, Bellagio Spas & Salons just debuted its first Bellagio Blowout Bar, inside their Newport Coast location. To celebrate, they are extending an introductory price of $99 for a prepaid series of three blowouts, which also includes complimentary Champagne and assorted snacks. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the affordable luxury of a professional blow dry, and leave looking better than ever. Bellagio is also a full-service spa and hair salon with premiere treatments and services. Bellagio Spas & Salons is celebrating its 25 year anniversary and just launched Bellagio…

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