The Dose

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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Hot, Hotter, Hottest: SPICE-C Arrives in OC

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By Greer Wylder
July 17, 2020

Hot Chicken Fever continues to spread across SoCal! Spice-C is the latest fast-casual concept to specialize in hot chicken and it just opened at the District at Tustin Legacy. Spice-C’s menu is simple: hot chicken tenders and sandwich combos, with traditional sides. Fresh chicken that’s never frozen is marinated and fried to crispy golden perfection. Guests can choose from five levels of heat, ranging from Mild to Medium, to Hot and Extra Hot – and for serious hotheads, there’s the guaranteed eye-watering “Reaper” level of heat. Naked or no heat chicken tenders are also available. Sides include creamy coleslaw, mac &…

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Cowlessly Creamy Ice Cream, Now at Your Doorstep

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By Greer Wylder
July 16, 2020

Eclipse Foods, the creator of the first plant-based dairy products that are indistinguishable from conventional dairy, debuted their groundbreaking plant-based ice cream to much acclaim late last year through partnerships with beloved ice cream brands OddFellows in New York City and Mitchell's Homemade Ice Cream in San Francisco. Now for the first time, Eclipse is shipping their ice cream nationally, and partnering with a diverse group of notable chefs and restaurateurs — from established Michelin star winners to rising star talents — to create new limited-time collaboration flavors. All proceeds benefit the chefs' charities of choice, which include their own…

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