The Dose

Hold On To Your Seats!

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By Greer Wylder
December 17, 2010

Today UltraStar Cinemas at Anaheim GardenWalk is rolling out the first and only D-BOX motion technology in Orange County, with the premiere of “TRON: Legacy.” Twenty-six D-BOX seats are meant to draw the viewer in with subtle motion effects creating sensations that pitch, heave and roll in perfect sync with the onscreen action. Currently there are only 17 theaters in the world offering the D-BOX experience. Also, UltraStar will screen “TRON: Legacy” in both 3D and D-BOX for a combination of realistic motion effects with larger-than-life images providing a multi-sensory immersion to experience films in a whole new way. To…

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Fresh Boutique Shopping!

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By Greer Wylder
December 15, 2010

In this economy it’s nice to see the success and growth of Deanna Frieze’s OC-based Fresh Produce Handpicked Stores. She opened Fresh Produce on Balboa Island in 2006, and now she boasts five new stores, along with two boutiques: Sunny Days on Balboa Island and Sadie Devaney in Laguna Beach. And she’s offering a special to Greer’s OC readers through Christmas Eve: Receive 20% off entire purchases (excluding Brighton, Troll, and sale items) just by mentioning Greer’s OC. This offer is valid at all of Deanna Frieze’s stores throughout the area. Sunny Days is the newest retail shop on Balboa…

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Fashion For A Cause!

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By Greer Wylder
December 14, 2010

Join us for a Feliz Navidad shopping and fundraiser party Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (cocktails and appetizers from 4 to 7 p.m.) at one of our favorite boutiques, LuLu in Costa Mesa. You pick up some of the season’s best fashions, and save 10% on new arrivals, including Chan Luu dresses, the latest from 3 Dot, Cooper holiday dresses, Seven cargo and velvet trousers, Minnie Rose Cashmere and a ton of stocking stuffers under $20. And LuLu is donating a portion of Thursday’s sales to the education of two young Kenyans. Greer Wylder met Jack and Milly…

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James Perse Pops Up!

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By Greer Wylder
December 13, 2010

It’s not that often that a sought-after designer opens a temp shop at South Coast Plaza, but luckily for us James Perse has opened a pop-up shop for the holidays. (Hurry in, it’s closing on an undisclosed date after Christmas.) LA-based James Perse, the must-have brand for luxurious tees, tanks, scarves, sweaters, hoodies, and other basics is selling last season’s and overstock items that you’ll adore at various discounts. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to save some extra cash during the holidays and come home with understated chic James Perse clothing. His clothes are easy to wear, and can…

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Spice It Up!

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By Greer Wylder
December 10, 2010

You never again have to fear the day when you’re about to try a new recipe but can’t find Kaffir lime leaves, Cardaman pods or Za’atar Seasoning. To the rescue is cook’s paradise, the Savory Spice Shop, which just opened its first SoCal store at Corona del Mar Plaza. This is your one-stop spice emporium where you can find a wide array of hand-blended spices freshly ground weekly. With more than 400 spices and more than 140 original blends, the gourmet shop’s unique concept allows you to smell, taste and purchase fresh spices from around the world in customized amounts…

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