The Dose

Companies Coming for Xmas!!

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By Greer Wylder
November 08, 2010

The four-day annual shopping extravaganza, The Christmas Company, returns to the OC Fair Thursday through Sunday! It’s the major fundraiser of the year for the Junior League of Orange County’s supported charities. This year’s theme “Home for the Holidays” (artwork above by the super talented Timree Gold), features more than 90 unique vendors and a variety of special events. Celebrate its Opening Night Gala Wednesday from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Enjoy entertainment, live and silent auctions, and small plate dining from top restaurants including Blue Water Grill, Five Crowns, The Golden Truffle, The Melting Pot, NapaStyle, Newport Rib Company, Panera,…

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Digg This Cuisine!

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By Greer Wylder
November 05, 2010

Digg’s Restaurant & Bar, a new international fusion concept, just opened near downtown Huntington Beach. And in celebration, it’s offering Greer’s OC readers 20% off through November just for mentioning Greer’s OC! From gourmet burgers and salads to USDA Prime steaks and seafood, at Digg you’re going to find something for everyone. There are also international dishes like dakine, tender-sliced, marinated beef in a Mongolian sauce, and Digg’s deep pow, lightly breaded chicken or halibut chunks sautéed in Asian sauce. Other options include honey-glazed salmon, Alaskan crab cakes and a brandy pepper rib eye. The menu also offers a variety…

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Weekend: Reform Your Core!

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By Greer Wylder
November 04, 2010

Core Reform Pilates is a beautiful new studio at Westcliff Plaza in Newport Beach that combines the best of the lengthening and strengthening power of Pilates with fat-burning cardio training utilizing state-of-the-art Pilates reformer equipment in a dynamic group or private environment. To mark its recent opening, the studio is offering three Pilates Group Reformer classes for $30 ($105 value) for first-time clients and an introductory package of one month unlimited Pilates Group Reformer Classes for $185 (regular $285). You can go as often as once a day for 30 days! And just mention Greer’s OC and receive a free…

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Top Banana At South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
November 03, 2010

The new Banana Republic at South Coast Plaza could very well be the best Banana Republic store in the world! It’s a new concept that opens Thursday for men and women and spans two floors: top level for casual wear and sales and the lower level for formal wear, with an ingenious design so that as you enter the store, you’ll find the best finds for each season. Collections are situated in intimate boutiques—-almost idealized walk-in closets—that address all wardrobe needs for work and weekend, and Banana Republics signature lines: Heritage, a luxe line with some eco-friendly organic cotton, soy…

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Think Pink and Save!

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By Greer Wylder
November 02, 2010

After a summer closure due to fire damage, Pink Laundry, a contemporary women’s boutique, has reopened their Newport Coast location. And in celebration, it’s offering Greer’s OC readers 15% off everything through Friday (just mention Greer’s OC). Pink Laundry proudly carries an array of must-have brands at varying price points, including Madison Marcus, Elizabeth and James, Ella Moss, BB Dakota, Vince, Geren Ford, and Hudson. It offers something for everyone from casual to dressy wear, accessories, including shoes, jewelry and handbags, as well as a selection of baby and children’s items. The fresh interior boasts a variety of plush, sweet…

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