The Dose

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Unveils Renovated Guestrooms and Suites

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By Greer Wylder
March 15, 2021

Now that traveling is opening up again, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, one of Southern California’s first coastal resorts, debuts new guestrooms and suite renovations inspired by the ocean. Designed by luxury hotel interior designer Wimberly Interiors (The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Lido House, The St. Regis Princeville Resort, JW Marriott Casablanca, Morocco), the renovation showcases an airy, coastal-inspired aesthetic with refined, state-of-the-art features, and complements the contemporary ocean-inspired redesign of the resort’s Club Level Lounge, also renovated by Wimberly Interiors. Rooms feature hand-crafted and lighted glass art panels made in Europe that feature abstract images representative of coral and the ocean, with…

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The RealReal Newport Beach Luxury Resale at a Fraction of Original Price

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By Greer Wylder
March 12, 2021

Now you can shop for the luxury apparel you always dreamed of at a fraction of its original price. And, you can feel good about your purchases and or consigned pieces, too! You’re contributing to a more sustainable fashion industry. The RealReal’s business model is lessening luxury’s impact on the environment, one sale at a time. Luxury goods stay in circulation! The RealReal just opened a new brick-and-mortar shop at Lido Marina Village where you can shop resale from top designers including Gucci, Chanel, Hermès, Cartier, and Rolex. New pieces arrive daily! You can also enjoy in-store services such as…

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The Iconic Randy’s Donuts Arrives in OC

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By Greer Wylder
March 11, 2021

When Newport Beach resident Mark Kelegian purchased the iconic Randy’s Donuts in Inglewood six years ago, his dream was to expand the brand with his family and open multiple locations. They’ve already opened Randy’s Donuts in El Segundo, Pasadena, Torrance, and even franchises in Korea and Saudia Arabia. Thankfully, they also expanded to Orange County! Randy’s Donuts just celebrated it first Orange County location on Harbor Boulevard in Costa Mesa. You cannot miss the iconic 25 ft rooftop donut that Randy’s Donuts is known for at the former Jack in The Box location. More Orange County locations are in the…

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Pop-Up Picnic Experience in OC

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By Greer Wylder
March 10, 2021

Need help planning the perfect picnic? Look no further than Hello Picnic OC. It’s a pop-up picnic experience located in Orange County created by Harrison and Nicole who love hosting themed gatherings and decided to create an experience for others to enjoy. Nicole is an art director by day and an event planner by night. She was born and raised in small-town, Iowa and found her niche in Newport Beach. Harrison is an aspiring lawyer and small business owner from Corona Del Mar. His love for the outdoors and being hands-on compliments Nicole's artistic touch. At Hello Picnic OC, they…

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OC Restaurant Week Continues Through March 13

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By Greer Wylder
March 09, 2021

Orange County Restaurant Week, the region's most celebrated culinary event for more than a decade, continues through Saturday, March 13. More than 100 restaurants are participating in OC Restaurant Week, offering diners a wide variety of options, from casual and family-friendly establishments to upscale and fine dining. In addition to thoughtfully crafted Prix-Fixe Menus, OC Restaurant Week 2021 is designed to appeal to a wide range of diners, with something for everyone, including Date Night, Family Meals and Global Dining options. This year, the Cocktails of Restaurant Week showcases unique creations featuring Maker’s Mark, Hornitos Tequila, and Licor 43.  Diners have the opportunity to search the list of participating restaurants by name, location,…

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