The Dose

Celebrate Good Taste in Laguna Beach

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By Greer Wylder
March 05, 2014

Food and wine enthusiasts can celebrate a three-day culinary adventure coming to Laguna Beach on Friday to Sunday. At Celebrate Good Taste you can take advantage of world-class cuisine and prix fixe menus created by award-winning chefs, food and drink pairings, chefs’ tables and daily events throughout Laguna Beach. Exclusive hotel packages are also available. Highlights from Celebrate Good Taste start with Sunset, Mojitos and Appetizers at The Rooftop Lounge on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at hotel La Casa del Camino. Award-winning Chef Craig Connole will create stations to showcase his top 10 tastes from K'ya Bistro Bar…

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Surf’s Up

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By Greer Wylder
March 04, 2014

Spring recess break is just around the corner. Your children are getting antsy to get outdoors and play. Why not introduce them to the sport of surfing? Whether they are already little shredders or they have never stepped foot on a surfboard, Erik Nelsen’s Spring Recess Surf Camp offers a safe and fun environment to learn how to surf. Not only will your kid learn to surf on the gentle waves at West Newport Beach, but also they will learn a daily lesson on ocean safety, tide movements, wave forecasting, and the importance of our marine environment. As a bonus,…

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The Biggest Night in OC Music

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By Greer Wylder
March 03, 2014

Celebrate the best in local music on Saturday, March 8 at the 13th annual OC Music Awards at City National Grove of Anaheim. It’s the biggest night in Orange County for local musicians who will be honored for their talents in 26 music categories, as well as 8 live performances by local artists and special award presentations to the Offspring for their impact on local music and Kid Ramos for his life long career achievements. The red carpet arrivals start at 6:30 p.m., with a pre-show cocktail reception at 7 p.m.; the awards show at 8 p.m. and after party…

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Greer’s Girls’ Glimpse into OC Restaurant Week

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By Greer Wylder
February 28, 2014

At Saturday's launch party of the 6th annual Orange County Restaurant Week at Newport Lexus, 800 guests sampled food and drinks from an array of chefs and restaurants. Greer's Girls were there to capture the fun on film here that also raised funds for Share Our Strength.  And don't forget, through Saturday, March 1, 100 restaurants will be offering prix fixed menus set at $10, $15 and $20 per person for lunch, and $20, $30 or $40 per person for dinner. You can click on restaurant name to see menus; search by city or price point online here. It’s a…

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A New Sustainable and Modern Environment

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By Greer Wylder
February 26, 2014

The sustainable design brand, Environment, formerly at South Coast Plaza, has just relocated to SOCO in Costa Mesa. Environment, recognized for its organic, modern, and eco friendly wood furniture will celebrate its grand opening tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. You can RSVP at eventssoco@environmentfurniture.com. Guests will enjoy an evening of delectable light bites and a glass of bubbly as you browse the sustainable and stylish furniture collection. Environment’s new 3,000 square foot showroom highlights beautiful pieces in reclaimed Brazilian Peroba rosa wood, naturally distressed military canvases and other beautifully crafted furniture made in America. The space uses natural materials…

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