The Dose

A Cure for the Common Sandwich

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By Greer Wylder
November 14, 2013

From the creators of Chapter One in downtown Santa Ana, comes C4 Deli: the Cure for the Common, a counter service, New York style deli specializing in the simplicity and perfection of a deli sandwich made of hand-cured meat, fresh baked bread from OC Baking Company, and condiments made from scratch daily. The concept just debuted last month to rave reviews for its sandwich menu including homemade porchetta with broccoli rabe; a caprese with mozzarella, tomato, basil, lemongrass pesto and balsamic vinaigrette; and muffuletta with salami, capicola, mortadella, olive salad, and Emmentaler cheese. You can also order sides such as…

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East End: OC’s Newest Cultural Destination in the Works

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By Greer Wylder
November 12, 2013

Orange County’s newest cultural destination in the works, East End in Downtown Santa Ana, formerly known as the Fiesta Marketplace, is an upcoming venue for restaurants, retailers, and entertainment. The newly branded East End district dissects historic 4th Street between 3rd and 5th, and French and Bush. The developers have nearly completed the multi-million dollar revitalization and rebranding project that includes a 140,000 square foot retail, office, and entertainment center. The East End’s established music culture, from Yost Theater (Orange County’s oldest theater, built in 1912) and Yost Studios, have more recently become a mecca for electronic dance music by…

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Top 5 Greer’s OC and Travelzoo Holiday Deals

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By Greer Wylder
November 08, 2013

This week’s top 5 Greer’s OC and Travelzoo holiday deals are out for a limited time to give you offers and experiences in Orange County, Los Angeles and Palm Springs at a huge savings. Each day, you can find special deals in your Daily Dose of OC and on Greer’s OC Deals section. Choose from travel, hotel stays, dinners, spa days, wine tasting, sunset cruises and much more. Indulge in a four-course chefs’ dinner for two at The Peninsula Beverly Hills’ restaurant, the Belvedere at just $99 (reg. $165). Start with Butternut squash soup with ricotta ravioli and brown butter…

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Selanne’s Sophisticated Steakhouse

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By Greer Wylder
November 07, 2013

When Selanne Steak Tavern opens Friday in Laguna Beach, Orange County will be in for a treat. Selanne Steak Tavern is a new sophisticated upscale steakhouse unlike anything else we’ve seen. Owners Anaheim Ducks' forward Teemu Selanne and partner Kevin Pratt went all out to transform a historic 1934 home on the Pacific Coast Highway, formerly French 75, into a light and airy two-level restaurant with a warm tavern-style bar and a beautiful outdoor patio with ornately pierced lanterns. Selanne Steak Tavern features New American cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Joshua Severson, formerly at St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort. The…

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The Dream Destination Boutique

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By Greer Wylder
November 06, 2013

In North Laguna, you’ll find ARIS, a destination boutique that is casual and sophisticated. It is a dream boutique for the modern woman. Since it’s inception six years ago, ARIS has morphed into a luxe store that incorporates a dreamy outdoor courtyard for relaxing or special events. Here you will find hand picked women’s clothing, shoe and accessory designers as well as eyewear, items for the home, books, perfumes, and even fresh flowers. You can stop by for the perfect fitting jean, dress, jacket or even a beautiful scarf for a pop of color. Longtime clients rely on owner Trey…

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