The Dose

Winter’s Hottest Picks

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By Greer Wylder
January 17, 2014

We’ve compiled some of our favorite things to do on this hot winter week courtesy of our partner, Travelzoo. Whether you want a spa experience at the Way Po Thai Spa, or an overnight stay at the boutique Custom Hotel in Los Angeles; or an award-winning Italian dinner at Valentino for two in Santa Monica, you can take advantage of some incredible winter specials for a limited time. Each day, you can find offers and experiences in your Daily Dose of OC and on Greer’s OC Deal section. Thai Massage at 55% Off Unwind with a 90-minute massage with two…

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Los Angeles: Art, Photography and Travel

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By Greer Wylder
January 16, 2014

Celebrating its 23rd year of bringing Los Angeles the finest in contemporary and historical photography, photo l.a. returns Friday to Sunday at a new venue at the LA Mart. Formerly held at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, the new downtown location allows for more galleries, and you can get your fill of art by attending the nearby LA Art Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Each year, photo l.a. celebrates several photographers who have made a mark on the world of photographic arts. It also features dozens of famed local, national and international artists, and hosts exceptional panels, discussions…

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Segerstrom’s Off Center Festival

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By Greer Wylder
January 15, 2014

Orange County’s epicenter for contemporary theater, live music and unique storytellers, the Off Center Festival at Segerstrom Center, returns next week from Thursday, Jan. 23 to Sunday, Feb. 2 for the third consecutive year. And, the Center will host its first POP: Party on the Plaza – a free celebration on Friday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. with a performance by celebrated Chicano/Latino theater troupe Culture Clash and the two bands Little Willie G. – The Original Voice of Thee Midniters and Latin rock band La Santa Cecilia. Food truck will also be serving up bites to hungry attendees. Also,…

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Introducing Trend Tuesdays: Holly in Heels

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By Greer Wylder
January 14, 2014

We’re excited to announce our new regular fashion columnist, Holly Clinard, otherwise known as Holly in Heels, who will be contributing to Greer’s OC Fashion page with Trend Tuesdays. A little bit about Holly: She’s a new mom smitten with shoes and addicted to style! Holly lives and breathes the fashion trends that make the West Coast a world leader in style. Holly has earned the enviable reputation as a leading women's shoe blogger; her blog has a loyal following and an international audience. Holly also writes regular fashion columns for several lifestyle print and online publications, including Locale Magazine,…

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The Sweetest Project

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By Greer Wylder
January 13, 2014

Move over donuts, cupcakes and the flash in the pan cronuts, Chef Bill Bracken, formerly of DivBar in collaboration with his wife Molly, and friends and chefs/bakers Ramon and Chari Reyes, launched the Ensaymada Project and are baking delicious buttery ensaymadas, a Filipino treat made in small batches. The team refers to their endeavor as a 'project' since they truly are on a mission to spread the news of this beloved pastry that’s been around since the 17th century. Ensaymadas can best be described as a cupcake sized, sweet bread that tastes like brioche topped with buttercream and grated cheese.They’re…

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