The Dose

The Ultimate Beach Picnic in OC

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By Greer Wylder
September 08, 2020

The ultimate beach picnic for two to 30 people can be created for you in OC and LA thanks to the Picnic Collective. They’ll customize a picnic set-up from bluffs to harbor, gardens to sandy beaches. All of their picnics come with a signature coastal grazer cheese board, a bread box with croissants, and a dessert for each guest. Each setup also has a styling customization option. You can choose between a bohemian styling, coastal styling, a romantic set-up, or a themed set-up. They can tailor a picnic to fit your special occasion. Packages to choose from include set up…

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Fair Food Drive-Thru

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By Greer Wylder
September 04, 2020

OC Fair fans don't have to miss out on their food fix this year after all. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through Sept. 27, the Fair Food Drive-Thru will offer summer treats from four food vendors bringing a taste of the OC Fair to go. Guests longing for their favorite delightful indulgences can head to the fairgrounds in Costa Mesa and choose from special menus from one or all of the following: Cathy's Cookies Dippin' Dots Hawaiian Chicken Bowl Hot Dog on a Stick Menu items include turkey legs, teriyaki chicken bowls, hot dog and cheese dog on a stick,…

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Labor Day Weekend Dining Events & Deals At South Coast Plaza

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By Greer Wylder
September 03, 2020

More than 20 restaurants at South Coast Plaza—from fine dining to fast-casual—offer outdoor dining and takeout over Labor Day weekend starting today through Monday, Sept. 7. Unique to the holiday weekend are a spectacular clambake kit to preorder at Water Grill and a Michelin-star quality dinner from Knife Pleat served under the stars. Here are the details as well as other dining incentives.  Knife Pleat Knife Pleat will offer an extraordinary prix fixe six-course will be presented under the stars on Garden Terrace Friday, September 4 at 6:30 p.m. Closed Saturday-Monday. The Hall Global Eatery Select from chef Amar Santana’s six creative pokes made from sushi-grade seafood and…

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A Farm Box That Feeds You and The Community

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By Greer Wylder
September 02, 2020

Now you can order the freshest produce on the planet to enjoy at home while giving back to help feed the hungry in Orange County. Thanks to a partnership with Alegría Fresh, Second Harvest Food Bank and Bank of America you can order a FarmBox for $30 designed to feed you and the community. Revenue generated by this truly unique “Harvest-to-Home” program will power the jobs created to work the farm, as well as to purchase Farm to Family co-op produce at a seven times multiplier. Every dollar of profit generated by your purchase of a FarmBox translates into seven…

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Live Music Continues at Dana Point Harbor

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By Greer Wylder
September 01, 2020

There’s nothing quite like live music and thankfully it’s alive and well at Dana Point Harbor. They are continuing to present live music performances throughout the month of September as part of “You, Me + Vitamin Sea,” welcoming the community back to a safe harbor. Guests can enjoy free live music at select locations throughout the Harbor while indulging in alfresco dining along the water’s edge. Music performances will include a variety of genres including folk, jazz, country, contemporary island music, and reggae.    Dana Point Harbor restaurants are offering outdoor and waterside dining in extended patio areas, in addition to…

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