The Dose

Meet the ‘Five Summer Stories’ Filmmakers

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By Greer Wylder
April 21, 2014

One of the many must attend events at the 15th annual Newport Beach Film Festival April 24- May 1 will be the celebration of 50 years of award winning filmmaking, with Laguna Beach based director Greg MacGillivray and his team at MacGillivray Freeman Films.  “A Retrospective with MacGillivray Freeman Films” includes the screening of “Five Summer Stories”  on Tuesday, April 29 at 5 p.m. at South Coast Village Theater. It represents the culmination of Jim Freeman and Greg MacGillivray’s first decade of making surf films together. A panel discussion will follow with surf icons Laird Hamilton, Gerry Lopez, Herbie Fletcher,…

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RITZ-CARLTON LIVE!

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By Greer Wylder
April 18, 2014

Plan a luxe staycation at our favorite Downtown L.A. hotel, The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles that literally towers above the city’s fantastic L.A. LIVE entertainment complex. It’s a serene oasis where Staples Center, Nokia Theatre, Club Nokia, The Grammy Museum, Conga Room and Regal Cinemas are within steps from the property. It’s the best place in the city to escape for a luxurious retreat, while still being close to the action. The LEED certified hotel boasts 123 sophisticated and modern guest rooms with high tech and comforting amenities such as concealed and vanishing TV’s in the bathroom mirrors, sumptuous beds, refreshment…

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NB Film Fest: One Week, 350 Films, 50 Countries

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By Greer Wylder
April 17, 2014

The 15th annual Newport Beach Film Festival—a week of pure film bliss—kicks off Thursday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Edwards Big Newport with the world premiere of “Lovesick.” Orange County native Josh Goldstein produced the opening night romantic comedy starring Matt LeBlanc, Ali Larter, Adam Rodriquez and Chevy Chase. (Cast and crew from “Lovesick” are scheduled to appear at the red carpet and screening.) “Lovesick” tells the comic tale of Charlie Darby (Matt LeBlanc), a man who seemingly has everything going for him; however, the one thing that Charlie doesnt have is love. When Charlie starts to fall for…

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Sandwiches are in Session

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By Greer Wylder
April 16, 2014

Today, Sessions Sandwiches opens on the Newport Beach Peninsula bringing locals, foodies and visitors a new casual gourmet sandwich eatery. Sessions is all about fresh baked bread, local vegetables and premium meats to make the perfect complete meal: the sandwich. Orange County resident Matt Meddock, with the help of his friends and two co-owners Maxmilian “Max” Schlutz  and Beckham Thomas are introducing the concept of a relaxed gourmet deli inspired by the many surf and skate sessions on the peninsula over the years. Sessions features 16 cold and hot sandwiches, four gourmet hot dogs (“Longboards”), a multitude of house-made sauces,…

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On The Waterfront: The Winery

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By Greer Wylder
April 15, 2014

Premium wines and contemporary California regional cuisine from award-winning Chef Yvon Goetz will be served at dinner only daily, starting today, at the new stunning Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar in Newport Beach overlooking the Marina. The new Winery Restaurant Newport Beach will bring the same distinguished experience as its flagship location at The District in Tustin, only this one will strive to make you feel like you’ve been transported to a relaxing getaway in Napa or Sonoma, albeit one with ocean views from its second-story dining room and breathtaking bar. The new wine focused restaurant features warm wood flooring, stone…

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