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Just Beat It!

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By Greer Wylder
February 15, 2010

Bike2theBeat is an indoor cycling fitness studio in Newport Beach disguised as a nightclub complete with a disco ball, DJ instructor, and light effects. It guarantees to be as much fun as a night out on the town (but better for your body!). The “dancing on a bike” studio offers low-impact, out-of-the-saddle spinning for a full-body workout promoting both muscle toning and cardiovascular fitness On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m owner Jim DeNuccio teaches the free Rookie Rider Sessions—a $56 value—designed for newbies/beginners. Other specials include Happy Hour Fridays—a class at 5:30 p.m. for $10; and free session during…

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Romancing the Family

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By Greer Wylder
February 12, 2010

The kids will love you for this! Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort is offering a Valentine’s package for the entire family, good through March 7! Romancing the Family takes care of the “no babysitter issue.” A family can spend the day together in the incredible resort amenities, while kids have fun doing crafts, activities, and playing at Camp Hyatt. The resort offers three restaurants, the Pacific Waters Spa, a water playground, a tranquil lagoon-style swimming pool, poolside bar and cafés, and an eclectic shopping experience with everything from pizza to surf memorabilia and fine art. The beach is easily accessible…

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Fast, French, and Fantastic

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By Greer Wylder
February 10, 2010

In just 45 minutes, Chef Pascal Olhats of Pascal’s in Newport Beach says he can show you how to make an evening special in a way only the French know how to do. “It’s all about romance!” says Pascal, one of Orange County’s best restaurateurs. He’s inviting you into his kitchen at Epicerie Pascal in Newport Beach for a romantic dinner workshop at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. (The workshop enhances his special Valentine’s four-course take-home dinner available for pick up Sunday.) It includes wine tasting and pairing suggestions, presentation tips and tricks as well as dinner preparation timelines. Guests will…

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Win a $499 iPad from Greer’s OC

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By Greer Wylder
February 09, 2010

This is our best contest EVER (we wish we were eligible to enter). We are giving away a new, sexy $499 iPad from Apple to one of our subscribers. Here’s how to enter: If you’re already a subscriber to the Daily Dose of OC, just share this giveaway on your FB profile page and email a screen shot to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). If you are not a subscriber, sign-up now (it’s free and painless) for your chance at the iPad. Good luck and thank you for spreading the Gospel of Greer’s OC and good luck. We’ll announce the winner on March…

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Jam-packed Action (Sports)!

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By Greer Wylder
February 08, 2010

Last week at ASR (Action Sports Retailer) in San Diego more than 400 core surf skate brands converged to show the latest apparel, footwear, swimwear, accessories and more. Just a few of the notables: Volcom, RVCA, Lost, O’Neill, L*Space, Atwater, and Skullcandy’s new collaboration with Jay-Z Entirely. It wsas overwhelming to see everything in just one day, which is all we had time for. But here are some favorites we found! It was super exciting to see Lightning Bolt back (founded in 1972). The company just re-launched a men’s and women’s apparel line inspired by surf and skateboarding culture. The…

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