The Dose

A’Maree’s Trunk Show and Sale!

Image
By Greer Wylder
December 17, 2009

A’maree’s, one of our favorite boutiques, is gearing up for the holidays with a Deanna Hamro Jewelry Trunk Show Friday (10 a.m. to 6 p.m) and Saturday (10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) (Deanna Hamro’s stackable rings are pictured above) at its Westcliff Court location. A’Maree’s is also having a sweater and jeans sale at its Balboa Island store with 50-70% off. Also open Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Or call for an appointment. 1649 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach, 949.642.4423 and 332 Marine Ave., Balboa Island, 949.723.0051.

Continue Reading

Mmmm, Bacon Chocolate Bar

Image
By Greer Wylder
December 16, 2009

In just a few short years, Christopher Michael Chocolatier has easily become one of the most famous OC based chocolatiers. As seen on “The Today Show,” and as the chocolatier to the Grammys and the Academy Awards, his creations are sought throughout the country. Michael searches high and low for premium ingredients, favors fair trade Venezuelan chocolate, organic and fresh dairy products, homegrown herbs, and fruits picked from his family orchard. He also combines spices and savory flavors to make unique creations like the popular Sizzling Bacon Bar, with crispy, blended into creamy milk chocolate, and get this, pop rocks…

Continue Reading

Honeydew for You!

Image
By Greer Wylder
December 15, 2009

The day our lingerie budgets went south, European handmade laces, etc. took a back seat to, it’s hard to say out loud, budget lingerie. Things looked grim. But then came along Honeydew Intimates, a collection of lingerie that became an instant favorite. We love the vivid hues, prints, unique boy shorts and panties at, get this, affordable prices. And thankfully, Honeydew is not skimping on quality, the collection prides itself in using only the finest fabrics: imported cottons, knits, Supima cotton, Modal, rayon, nylon, and ribbed cottons. Choose from bras, cami sets, chemises, boy shorts, g-strings, and bralettes, and sleepwear.…

Continue Reading

Going Native in OC

Image
By Greer Wylder
December 14, 2009

Founder and Chef Tanya Petrovna just opened her third Native Foods in OC at The District at Tustin Legacy. It’s a must even for non-vegans. The original local vegan restaurant features a long list of snacks, salads, handholds (sandwiches or burgers), pizzas made with organic wheat crust, soups, hot bowls, and sweet treats. Petrovna, who’s working on her third cookbook, is taking special orders for Christmas on the popular Famous Native Wellington (pictured above). They always sell out, but you can reserve one today, only $39.95, serves 6 to 8. It’s a puff pastry filled with savory home-made seitan, organic…

Continue Reading

25 Boutiques Under 1 Roof Saturday!

Image
By Greer Wylder
December 11, 2009

We must be dreaming. Hassle free holiday shopping, affordable prices, and OC’s best boutiques under one roof? That’s what Boutiquing.com is giving you with “Everything Under $80” shopping event Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Village in Irvine. Men’s, women’s and children’s boutiques will offer apparel, jewelry, accessories, home furnishings, gifts and more at affordable prices! And it will happen rain or shine with a DJ, food, fitting rooms, giveaways and swag bags for the first 80 guests. Shop from 25 local boutiques including Scout 3, Tres Chic, 5 Seas, Patina, Carmen Parks, Macalistaire at 1850, Hannah…

Continue Reading