The Dose

True Food, True Change!

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By Greer Wylder
July 27, 2010

True Food Kitchen is coming to Fashion Island! Dedicated to simple, fresh and pure ingredients, True Food Kitchen uses seasonal, locally grown, organic produce as often as possible.  Developed in partnership with Fox Restaurant Concepts and best-selling author Dr. Andrew Weil, True Food Kitchen set a high standard with the original Phoenix location and the restaurant is committed to nutritious menu items that keep the environment in mind – wild or sustainably harvested seafood; natural, hormone and antibiotic-free chicken, turkey and natural angus beef; wheat free and gluten free options; and biodynamic, organic and sustainable wine. Your health isn’t the…

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A Culinary Adventure!

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By Greer Wylder
July 26, 2010

Love food & wine? Love traveling? Then a culinary adventure just might be for you. Acclaimed chef Mark McDonald of Old Vine Café (named 2009’s ‘Best Restaurant in OC’ by OC Weekly), along with master chef John Nocita from the Italian Culinary Institute, are hosting a gastronomic excursion to Italy, where guests will spend 10 days exploring and eating their way through the southern regions of Calabria and Sicily. Activities include: making 50 kinds of pasta alongside chefs from the Italian Culinary Institute, dining in some of the region’s best restaurants, touring wineries and sampling olive oil and cured meats…

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Refresh & Restore in 2 Hours!

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By Greer Wylder
July 23, 2010

Refresh and restore your mind and body with Spa Gaucin’s summer special, the “Refresher Duo.” The treatment was designed to relax tight, muscles and exfoliate lackluster skin. It starts with a 60-minute Mediterranean deep massage with the fresh scent of the spa’s luxurious Chardonnay massage oil. Next up, a 60-minute Advanced AHA Facial, which gives you a deep exfoliation and moisture replenishment for a younger look and healthy glow. It’s ideal for all skin types. The duo treatment costs $305 and the price is good through Aug. 31. The award-winning, 30,000-square-foot, full-service Spa Gaucin at The St. Regis Monarch Beach…

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Jewelry With A Modern Twist

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By Greer Wylder
July 21, 2010

We’ve found the perfect summer accessory that’s affordable and way chic. The Knaughty Summer by Cleeo Collection jewelry are hand-crocheted black nylon and silk bracelets with matte black seed beads, vintage clear rhinestone, sterling silver clasps, charms and more (prices range from $30 to $40). Costa Mesa-based designer Lori Epner says she draws inspiration for the bracelets from her girlfriends (each bracelet is named after one) and that every woman has a little bit of naughtiness in them. The bracelets can be worn solo or paired with your own jewelry to make it more personal. The Cleeo Collection represents what…

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OC’s Best Closets Revealed!

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By Greer Wylder
July 20, 2010

How much do you love to save on a coveted designer item, especially in this economy? The little-known secret in OC (until now) is that Aris on the Coast has a high-end rolling rack like no other—Louboutin’s, Hermès Birkin bags, Manolo Blahniks, Chanel, you name it—at great discounts. Owner Trey Russell is the go-to man for dropping off high-end designer apparel that has been lightly (or sometimes never) worn. To find out the latest arrivals, just check out Aris on the Coast’s Facebook page. And on any given day, stop by Aris on the Coast for apparel, stylish and special…

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