The Dose

Acapulco Turns 60 With All Day 60 Cent Tacos Sept. 24

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By Greer Wylder
September 22, 2020

The beloved neighborhood favorite Acapulco, known for infusing the festive flavors of Mexican-coastal cuisine with California’s freshness and innovation, has been serving Southern California since 1960. This month, the restaurant—an Xperience Restaurant Group concept—invites guests to celebrate their 60th Anniversary on Thursday, September 24, with 60-cent tacos all-day (11 a.m. to 11 p.m.) at all locations (Costa Mesa, Long Beach, Downey, and Glendale), with choice of al pastor, carnitas, grilled chicken, and carne asada. Adding to the celebrations will be live DJ entertainment starting at 5 p.m. and happy hour specials from 3-8 p.m., bringing the anniversary fiesta to life.…

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Shop Save Support | The Angelitos Card at South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
September 20, 2020

South Coast Plaza, in partnership with its boutiques and restaurants, supports Angelitos de Oro, an auxiliary of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire for the 19th consecutive year. The Angelitos Card, a South Coast Plaza exclusive, entitles cardholders to save 20%* at more than 80 participating boutiques and restaurants during the week of September 24–30, 2020.  *Some restrictions apply. See stores and restaurants for details. Donate $60 to Angelitos de Oro and in return, receive an Angelitos Card and save 20% at participating boutiques and restaurants. Purchase your Angelitos Card at  southcoastplaza.com. Angelitos Cards are…

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World Alzheimer’s Day Triple Matching Gift Challenge

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By Greer Wylder
September 18, 2020

Monday, September 21, marks one of the most important days of the year to the Alzheimer's disease community: World Alzheimer's Day. In the fight to end Alzheimer's disease, they like to say we are stronger together. If you've been waiting for the perfect time to join the movement to end Alzheimer's, a disease that affects 1 out of 10 Americans over the age of 65, this is it — because, on this global day devoted to the fight against Alzheimer's, they have an exciting opportunity: a World Alzheimer's Day Triple Matching Gift Challenge. For World Alzheimer's Day, a generous donor…

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Orange County’s Newest Boutique Hotel

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By Greer Wylder
September 17, 2020

Exciting news for travelers and anyone who loves a great staycation: The Inn at The Mission San Juan Capistrano a new boutique hotel just opened in Orange County. In the heart of Historic Downtown San Juan Capistrano, Inn at The Mission is just steps away from the awe-inspiring ruins of Mission San Juan Capistrano, known for the annual return of the Cliff Swallows.  Set upon four acres of lush landscaping, the hotel features  125 hacienda-style guest rooms with seven luxury suites and three residential-style villas Olive Grove and large outdoor deck overlooking the Great Stone Church Expansive outdoor dining at…

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Hendrix Dives into one-of-a-kind Ocean-to-Table Gems

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By Greer Wylder
September 16, 2020

Hendrix Restaurant & Bar’s new seasonal menu not only showcases the season’s most vibrant ingredients, but it also introduces exciting seafood dishes for guests to dive into. Executive Chef Rainer Schwarz’s ocean-to-table dishes, which have received much praise from critics and guests alike at his coastal restaurants, Driftwood Kitchen and The Deck on Laguna, now make their way inland as an addition to the Hendrix menu. To complement the bright, fresh flavors of the season, the following are the one-of-a-kind, ocean-to-table gems to join the menu: Alaskan King Crab Leg 1/2 lb house coleslaw jumbo asparagus | European drawn butter Whole…

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