The Dose

BELLO Debuts Brunch Italian Style

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By Greer Wylder
July 24, 2020

Brunch fans rejoice! B​ELLO by Sandro Nardone​ will debut its brunch menu on Saturday, July 25. It's available on two beautiful patios, they also offer delivery and takeout. Since opening, BELLO has become known for its blend of traditional authentic and modern Italian food. The brunch won’t be Bello’s traditional Italian fare found at dinner. Chef/Owner Sandro Nardone is combining traditional brunch fare with Italian ingredients and techniques to create something familiar but a bit different. “The Morty and Eggs is a great example. We have traditional Southern Red Eye Gravy but we combine it with grilled Mortadella, which is…

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Newport Beach Restos Offer Taco and Tequila Pairings

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By Greer Wylder
July 23, 2020

Tomorrow is National Tequila Day and what better time to try taco and tequila pairings from favorite Newport Beach restaurants. All of these drinks and eats are available for dining al fresco or to-go to enjoy at home. Wild Taco Head over to Wild Taco on Balboa Peninsula to enjoy their extensive list of tacos including classics such as carne asada and carnitas, but also lobster, red snapper, scallops and calamari. Order a pitcher of their tangy mango margarita for the table on their outdoor patio or grab one of their on-the-go margaritas for home! 407 W. 31st in Newport…

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A Restaurant Reopens With New Patio Dining Experience

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By Greer Wylder
July 22, 2020

One of Orange County’s best restaurants, the A Restaurant in Newport Beach will reopen thanks to a new, spacious tent that offers an open-air experience at the landmark location. Reservations are required and currently available. Patio dining debuts on Thursday, July 23 at 5 p.m. and continues daily from 5 to 10 p.m. Seasonal cocktails and a curated wine list accompany a menu of A Restaurant classics and contemporary specials courtesy of newly-appointed Corporate Executive Chef Alfonso Ramirez alongside Chef de Cuisine Roberto Gomez. Enjoy the romantic atmosphere of A Restaurant’s new patio or take your favorite dishes and bottles…

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Live For Distinction at 580 ANTON

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By Greer Wylder
July 21, 2020

Luxury is yours at the extraordinary and upscale community of 580 Anton. Located in the coveted South Coast Metro area of Orange County, you’ll be a few steps from South Coast Plaza, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and future home of the Orange County Museum of Art. Their stunning residences feature hand-selected designer finishes and fixtures. No detail has been taken for granted. Have your choice of stunning and open floor plans, walk-in closets, balconies, and refined finishes. Choose from a generously-sized studio priced from $2,131, one-bedroom priced from $2,256, and two-bedroom luxury floor plans priced from $2,948. The distinctive…

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Master Chef Susumu Ii opens Sushi Ii in Newport Beach

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By Greer Wylder
July 20, 2020

In mid-February, Sushi Ii quietly opened its doors in Newport Beach. Located on the second story of Mariner’s Pointe, Master Chef Susumu Ii presents a Japanese dining experience steeped in tradition, craftsmanship, and time-honored technique with his eponymous Sushi Ii. The restaurant is one of Orange County’s newest eateries, but Sushi Ii is the culmination of decades that Chef Ii has spent meticulously dedicating to mastering the traditional art of sushi. Distinguishing Sushi Ii from other authentic sushi restaurants is Chef Ii’s spirit of shokunin - the relentless dedication and pursuit of perfection in one’s craft.  Rooted in centuries of tradition, the menu at…

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