The Dose

The Shopping Destination You BOTH Will Love!

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By Greer Wylder
April 24, 2013

SoCo and The OC Mix in Costa Mesa is the culinary and shopping destination that both you and your "better half" can agree on. Greer's OC already has let you in on many of the amazing shops and eateries that women will love, now it's time to let you know about a few haute spots for the man in your life. Whether it's discovering the not-so-secret menu at ARC, or watching the NBA over some IPAs at The Iron Press - every guy will find something to love at SoCo and The OC Mix. Read on to see how men's…

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Be Still, My Waffling Heart

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By Greer Wylder
April 22, 2013

The quintessential gourmet waffle eatery, Bruxie, is opening its fifth location today at 8 a.m. in Huntington Beach. The restaurant has a loyal following of fans regularly craving Bruxie’s savory and sweet gourmet waffle sandwiches since its flagship location debuted three years in Old Towne Orange. The Huntington Beach Bruxie is at The Strand on 5th, one block from Main and Pacific Coast Highway; and in early May its first Bruxie Streetside, a walk-up window, will be open from 7 a.m. for shakes, floats, desserts and beverages. At Bruxie, you can order original takes on authentic Belgian waffles, such as…

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8 Days, 300 Films, Parties at NB Film Fest

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By Greer Wylder
April 22, 2013

The 14th annual Newport Beach Film Festival—eight days of film screenings, seminars, Q & A’s with filmmakers, red carpet galas, parties and more—kicks off Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Big Newport with the West Coast premiere of Green Day’s documentary “Broadway Idiot” a behind the curtain glimpse how their punk rock, album “American Idiot” became the acclaimed musical. Immediately following the film, the opening night gala takes place at Fashion Island. The party features culinary tastings from 35 of Orange County’s premiere restaurants and a special performance from American Idol winner Taylor Hicks. The Newport Beach Film Festival runs April…

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El Corazon de Costa Mesa

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By Greer Wylder
April 18, 2013

The newly rebranded lifestyle center, The Triangle in Costa Mesa is celebrating the opening of El Corazon de Costa Mesa on Saturday, April 20 at 4 p.m.  El Corazon will offer an innovative menu inspired by Mexico’s seaside cantinas coupled with a list of handcrafted cocktails. Chef Armando Martinez, who trained with award-winning chef Rick Bayless created the El Corazon’s coastal Mexican cuisine menu and he was as executive chef of Red O, Bayless’s popular Los Angeles restaurant. El Corazon is a come as you are, drink-in-your-hand destination with an affordable menu, farm-to-fork flavors, and family-style dining.  Signature dishes are priced…

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California Wine Festival

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By Greer Wylder
April 17, 2013

Celebrate wine, food, music, and breathtaking ocean views at the California Wine Festival Friday and Saturday in Dana Point. Attendees can enjoy California wine tasting from fine vintages, as well as wineries from Oregon and regional microbreweries, sample delicious gourmet foods such as artisan breads, cheeses, olive oils, and listen to live music. The event kicks off Friday from 6:30 to 9 p.m. with “Sunset Rare & Reserve” wine tasting at the Marriott Laguna Cliffs Resort & Spa in Dana Point. California’s best winemakers will open rare and reserve bottles in a wine lover’s fantasy night of sipping at the Marriott’s…

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