The Dose

A Wonderful New Year

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By Greer Wylder
December 18, 2013

Make plans to ring in the New Year at Orange County’s most classic and historic restaurant, the “A” Restaurant in Newport Beach. It’s offering a memorable evening and dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 31 with two dining options; the regular menu will be available from 5 to 7 p.m., and a second seating starting at 9 p.m. will have a five course prix fixe menu for $125, which includes entertainment by a DJ, party favors and a Champagne toast at midnight. The prix fixe menu will begin with lobster and caviar (Maine lobster, fennel, blood orange, white sturgeon caviar and avocado);…

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Let Uber Be Your Designated Driver This Holiday Season

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By Greer Wylder
December 17, 2013

Driving around during the holidays can be a pain, but with Uber, catching a ride is simple. Uber is a free app that connects a private driver to you with a tap of a button. You can request a ride and be picked up within minutes.   And as a special for Greer’s OC readers, Uber is offering $50 off your first ride with Uber. Just sign up with the code, GREER at uber.com/go/greergift. (This offer is for new users only in Southern California.  It expires Jan. 31, 2014. ) You can track the arrival of your ride, the payment is cashless,…

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Let’s Go! Red O

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By Greer Wylder
December 13, 2013

Orange County already boasts its fair share of sophisticated Mexican cuisine from the likes of non-TV celeb chefs such as Chef Carlos Salgado at Taco Maria at SoCo; Chef Deborah Schneider at Sol Cocina in Newport Beach and Solita Tacos and Margaritas opening Dec. 26 at Bella Terra in Huntington Beach; and Chef Gabbi Patrick's at Gabbi’s Mexican Kitchen in Old Towne Orange. Not to mention the machine at Javier’s that’s hands down the best people watching scene in Orange County. And now, celeb Chef Rick Bayless, most known for PBS’ “Mexico One Plate at a Time” and Bravo’s “Top Chef…

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Mix and Jingle at SOCO and The OC Mix

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By Greer Wylder
December 11, 2013

The holidays are in full swing and what better way to celebrate than taking some time out of the holiday rush to enjoy an evening with your friends and family at SOCO and The OC Mix! This Thursday, Dec. 12, you're invited to "Mix and Jingle" at SOCO from 6-10 p.m. Then, this Saturday, Dec. 14, come back to SOCO and The OC Mix to visit with Santa - and get your free photo with the jolly old elf. SOCO and The OC Mix are hosting two holiday events you don't want to miss! Plan to attend the free "Mix…

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If The Bespoke Shoe Fits, Wear It

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By Greer Wylder
December 10, 2013

When it comes to luxury men’s shoes, Berluti is arguably in a class of its own. The Paris based company, founded in 1895, has its own Venezia leather exclusively used for its men’s shoes; its shoemakers follow a century’s old painstaking process to perfect each shoe for fit and comfort, and each shoe is made in classic, timeless lines. This attention to detail, history, and luxury comes at a price: Berluti shoes range from about $2,000 to $3,000. And they never go on sale. Berluti recently opened an exquisite boutique for men at South Coast Plaza where you can order…

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