The Dose

Knife Pleat Debuts Al Fresco Lunch

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By Greer Wylder
July 09, 2020

Michelin-starred Chef Esnault and restaurateur Yassmin Sarmadi welcome you back at Knife Pleat at South Coast Plaza for lunch with al fresco dining. It’s a great way to take advantage of this beautiful Southern California weather. On their spacious open-air patio, they’re offering dine-in service during lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Enjoy seasonal dishes that showcase Chef Tony Esnault's focus on flavor and artistic execution, created with organic produce and 100% humanely & sustainably raised meats and seafood. Selections range from seafood dishes, including Lobster Caesar and Ora King Salmon, to Knife Pleat's noted Duck…

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Old Vine Kitchen & Bar Reopens

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By Greer Wylder
July 08, 2020

The beloved and award-winning Old Vine Kitchen & Bar returns to the Orange County culinary scene by reopening on-premise dining on July 8, with an emphasis on staff and guest safety and an expansion of its intimate dining experience. In addition to Old Vine’s popular backyard patio, guests can now spend evenings enjoying two newly-acquired outdoor dining spaces: The Roof and The Stairway Patio. Between these two spaces, over fifty new outdoor seats will be available in the restaurant. All three patios will offer a comfortable ambiance, populated with shady umbrellas, an abundance of greenery, and a series of art…

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Newport Beach Film Festival Returns Aug. 6 – 20

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By Greer Wylder
July 07, 2020

The 21st Annual Newport Beach Film Festival will return with the world premiere of A Life of Endless Summers: The Bruce Brown Story as its Opening Night film. The Festival, which was originally scheduled for late April, was postponed due to the COVID - 19 Pandemic. This year only, all screenings will take place at THE LOT - Fashion Island. The Festival will run for a two- week span, August 6 - August 20,  in order to accommodate all of its planned screenings. The Opening Night screening of Life of Endless Summers: The Bruce Brown Story will take place on…

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Live Music and Outdoor Dining in OC!

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By Greer Wylder
July 06, 2020

Live music and outdoor dining are possible this summer. Bistango and Bayside restaurants are both still OPEN for business, with regular hours. They are taking advantage of their quite lovely outdoor patios, and have moved their live music outside too! SUMMER JAZZ SERIES: Fresh air, live tunes, great food. It’s just the mini escape many people need.  Under the palms at Bistango and on Bayside’s lush patio, either location is the perfect setting for summer. Bayside has music seven nights a week, plus at Sunday brunch. Bistango features live music from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. TAKEOUT…

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Fourth of July Outdoor Dining & Takeout Is Alive and Well

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By Greer Wylder
July 03, 2020

Fourth of July outdoor dining and takeout is alive and well! Stay safe and healthy, and check out these great restaurants! Angelina’s Pizzeria in Irvine. New Burrata, Proscuitto, and Truffle Pizza is a fave. 8573 Irvine Center Drive in Irvine. 949.436.5200. Craft House in Dana Point. Neighborhood Restaurant & Bar with award-winning local new American food, cocktails, craft beer, and boutique wines. They have a new outdoor patio and a wagyu burger. 34094 Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point. 949.481.7734. Descanso Restaurant in Costa Mesa. Open for patio dine-in service and take out for the Fourth of July! Join them…

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