The Dose

MaxMara’s Lunar New Year Celebration

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By Greer Wylder
February 06, 2013

Join MaxMara South Coast Plaza for a Lunar New Year celebration from Thursday, Feb. 7 to Thursday, Feb. 14 in honor of the centuries old tradition that represents good fortune, happiness and peace for all. MaxMara welcomes the Year of the Snake full of hope and great new possibilities, while handing out Lucky Red envelopes with free gifts and discounts for all customers. And, with the purchase of $1,500 or more receive a limited edition LiuLi handcrafted crystal snake necklace, while supplies last. You can also attend a special cocktail reception on Tuesday, Feb. 12 from 5 to 8 p.m.…

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Organic and Luxurious Mani-Pedis

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By Greer Wylder
February 05, 2013

Where do you go for a non-toxic and luxurious mani-pedi? The new Lollipop Nail Studio inside The OC Mart in Costa Mesa is the go to source for healthy and pampering nail services. Lollipop Nail Studio’s founder, Jackie Dalton was inspired by her four-year-old daughter: she wanted to create a studio where children and their parents could enjoy time together while indulging in a little bit of luxury and a healthy treat free of chemicals. Lollipop offers nourishing, water-based nail polish to lotions, scrubs and soaks made in-house of only the freshest organic ingredients. Lollipop’s nail polishes don’t include the…

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Couples Massage Giveaway at the St. Regis

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By Greer Wylder
February 04, 2013

Enter to win an intimate couple's massage at the five-star Spa Gaucin at The St. Regis Monarch Beach. This Valentine's Day, celebrate your love in one of our four romantic couple's suites, each complete with a romantic fireplace and deep soaking bath. Choose between a decadent deep tissue or a soothing wellness massage to relax and rejuvenate. Post-massage, enjoy a 20-minute couple's bath and savor the moment with a glass of Prosecco and artisan chocolates. This giveaway is valued at $415. The perfect gift this Valentine's Day is a Spa Gaucin Gift Certificate purchase yours today at Spagaucin.com! Enter to win the…

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Let’s Go Paso!

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By Greer Wylder
February 01, 2013

Paso Robles, a wine lovers dream destination, is celebrating Paso Robles Hotel Month through February offering a third consecutive night free with a two night stay. The offer is available at flagship hotels and inns such as Adelaide Inn, La Bellasera Hotel & Suites, the historic Paso Robles Inn, and more. Also, guests can enjoy a complimentary bottle of Hope Family Wine. Paso Robles is touted at the country’s fastest-growing wine regions—with 200 plus wineries, food and wine festivals and excellent farm to table restaurants. It’s only about a a four hour drive from Orange County and it’s a great…

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A Boost for Home Bakers

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By Greer Wylder
January 31, 2013

 Local self taught baker, Louise Sandy just let us know that on January, 1 the California Cottage Food Act become law making it legal for home-based bakers to run a business out of their home kitchen.  Prior to the law being passed people like Sandy had to either "fly under the radar" or take on enormous expenses renting commercial kitchens. The California Cottage Food Act allows home production of "potentially non-hazardous foods" like baked goods without cream or custard fillings, dry baking mixes, breads, candies, preserves, fruit pies, etc. that do not need to be refrigerated or kept hot. Sandy,…

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