The Dose

45th Annual Virtual Fall Faire & Pumpkin Patch

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By Greer Wylder
October 16, 2020

Join the fun at the 45th Annual ENC Fall Faire on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Kids can embark on a virtual “Craft Crawl” and “Story Walk”. Play virtual nature games, and watch performances around the virtual “Fire Circle Stage” by folks like Birdsong and the Eco-Wonders. Watch SavorOC cooking shows to learn how to prepare delicious, sustainable food from chefs at local restaurants. Decorate yourself in your best Fall Themed costume or face paint, post your photo on Instagram, and tag it #2020ENCFallFaire for a chance to win awesome prizes! The schedule for the day’s…

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Sophisticated Spreads Grazing Tables and DIY Classes

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By Greer Wylder
October 15, 2020

With a love for creating cheese & charcuterie boards and entertaining their friends and family, Sophisticated Spreads was created by Emmy Rener and Katie Lowhorn of Newport Beach.  Sophisticated Spreads offers catered grazing tables, to-go boxes, and DIY classes. They can create show-stopping grazing for you and your guests. The ideal setup for your next birthday party, graduation, wedding, or any celebration to share with those around you. With fresh locally sourced meats and cheeses, they will make your table come to life! Or you can send a custom box to brighten someone’s day or to take with you on…

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Charlie Loves Coco and So Will You

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By Greer Wylder
October 13, 2020

Located across from Volcom in the heart of Costa Mesa’s constantly emerging industrial area, Charlie Loves Coco is truly a hidden gem inspired by the romance of travel. A global fashion and local furniture collective by California native Nicole McLain, the name Charlie Loves Coco is derived from Nicole’s love of animals, passion for animal rescue, and extensive journeys all over the world.  Charlie and Coco are actually the names of Nicole’s beloved cats, serving as her muses in the launch of her collective, inspired by the idea that if Charlie and Coco were people, the goods in Nicole’s collection…

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Patty’s Cakes & Desserts Celebrates 10 Years

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By Greer Wylder
October 12, 2020

Patty’s Cakes & Desserts is celebrating their 10th Anniversary with FREE cupcakes at their location in Fullerton on Wednesday, October 14! Their monumental milestone just so happens to fall on National Dessert Day, so the award-winning bakery is offering guests a free cupcake with their purchase all day. Patty’s Cakes & Desserts offers nearly 100 varieties of cupcakes daily, including 50 regular, 21 vegan, and 20 gluten-free flavors, all of which are iced-to-order. In addition to its regular menu of fresh-baked offerings, the award-winning bakery debuts a full lineup of gluten-free and vegan cupcakes available daily. They recently introduced new…

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Bourbon Steak Presents New Executive Chef & Indoor/Outdoor Dining

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By Greer Wylder
October 09, 2020

In March of 2020, Chef Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak Orange County celebrated its second anniversary. Named the #1 Restaurant in Orange County in 2018, and #2 in 2019 by Orange County Register critic Brad A. Johnson, the acclaimed steakhouse, complete with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, is considered a crown jewel in Dana Point.   Bourbon Steak has reopened with expanded outdoor dining overlooking Monarch Beach Resort’s Grand Lawn with beautiful sunset views and is offering limited indoor seating (per California guidelines). All seating is physically distanced for the wellbeing of restaurant guests. Now, the critically acclaimed restaurant enters into its third year with…

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