The Dose

Costa Mesa Wood Racquet Classic

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By Greer Wylder
August 28, 2012

The place to be this Labor Day weekend is at the 14th annual Costa Mesa Wood Racquet Classic to benefit the John Wayne Cancer Foundation. The fashionable and philanthropic event brings classic style to the forefront, participants in the tennis tournament play with wooden racquets and wear vintage tennis attire. The event starts Saturday at the Palisades Tennis Club in Newport Beach with matches between men, women and children. After the tournament, a reception will be held at the Boathouse Collective in Costa Mesa. On Sunday, the championship tournament will take place at neighboring Costa Mesa residences owned by Clay…

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Haven Brewing in OC

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By Greer Wylder
August 27, 2012

While Haven Gastropub in Old Towne Orange turns three, beer lovers can celebrate by tasting its latest foray of producing small-batch, house-crafted beers tonight from 6 to close. For the first time, Haven Gastropub is launching Haven Brewing in Orange County. It's natural progression for the first gastropub in Orange that takes bar food and beers seriously.  Guests can sample 10 signature beers from their micro-production all crafted at the brewery inside Haven Gastropub + Brewery in Old Pasadena. Order 5-ounce tasters (priced $2-$4, depending on beer), and pair them with a special menu featuring items from Haven Gastropub, taco…

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Pop Up Gatsyb-Esque Picnic

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By Greer Wylder
August 24, 2012

LA’s first mass picnic, PopUp Dinner L.A., an enchanting underground dinner meets flash mob meets outdoor picnic inspired by similar affairs in San Francisco and San Diego is happening Saturday. Join in with friends at the “Gatsby-esque” experience in a secret location in Los Angeles (you’ll found out where to go the day of the event via email.) Guests of PopUp Dinner L.A. are required to dress all in white and bring their own tableware, food and beverages reflecting dining in style. Tables, chairs, entertainment will be provided and even food and beverages for those who would rather purchase pre-ordered…

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Macy Gray at Mozambique

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By Greer Wylder
August 23, 2012

The upstairs Shabeen Lounge at Mozambique offers the ocean breeze, dramatic sunsets of the Laguna coast, and the sensational sounds of acoustic and reggae artists paired with savory cocktails and top rated dining. And a night to remember is happening Friday at Mozambique when Grammy-award winning Macy Gray returns with her band. For just a $30 cover charge, you can see the hit R&B and soul singer songwriter best known for her international hit single “I Try”, from the multi-platinum debut album “On How Life Is.” Doors open at 7 p.m., show time is at 10:30 p.m. Mozambique is at 1740 S.…

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Wonder on the West Coast

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By Greer Wylder
August 22, 2012

New York based C. Wonder just made its West Coast debut at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Co-founded by Chris Burch, Tory Burch’s ex-husband, the whimsical, colorful and savvy fashion and home accessories boutique offers a luxury shopping experience, minus luxury price tags. Most items cost an average of $40, including apparel, jewelry, housewares, gadgets, electronics and gifts. For those who favor monograms, for just $10 you can customize colorful totes, oxford shirts, and blankets, or shop from ready to go personalized gifts bearing alphabets such as belts, bottle stoppers, mugs, and stationery.  Whether you’re looking to add some colorful basics…

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