The Dose

Glasspar Restaurant Ready to Safely Reopen

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By Greer Wylder
May 20, 2020

Glasspar restaurant in Dana Point is ready to safely reopen. Chef-owner Rob Wilson and his team have gone through California’s 12-page document and 90-point guideline for resuming dine-in service. Since the guidelines were released last week, Glasspar has retrofitted its restaurant and made adjustments to service to meet and exceed the State’s proposed guidelines by removing tables, installing sanitizing stations, and providing the staff with RealShield™ PPE. With a superior menu of sustainable seafood and stunning interiors, Glasspar made a splash in Dana Point when it opened in December 2019. The classic American seafood hall focuses on thoughtfully sourced, respectfully…

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Manassero Farms Introduces Curbside Produce Boxes

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By Greer Wylder
May 19, 2020

A great way to get healthy nutritious food and support our local farmers! Manassero Farms introduces NEW curbside produce box selections! You can place an order for a pickup. A Wednesday Box offers a weekly supply of fruit & veggies with fun box bonuses and recipes. The Basic Box (Mix of Fruit & Veggies) $49 The Berry Bountiful (All Fruit) $52 The Very Veggie (All Vegetables) $43 The Detox Box (Mix of Antioxidant-Rich Fruits & Veggies) $48 The Asian Inspiration (Lovely mix of Fruits and Veggies) $48 Ask About Available Menu Add-Ons Prepared by Three-Pug Bakery & Catering: This Week's…

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OC United Way Philanthropy Fund Breakfast with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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By Greer Wylder
May 18, 2020

Orange County United Way will host its annual Women’s Philanthropy Fund Breakfast virtually on May 20, from 9 – 9:45 a.m., with a live Q&A with NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Now more than ever, vital funds are needed to support Orange County families and children facing poverty and housing instability in challenged neighborhoods. It is essential that the programs continue helping the most vulnerable in the community in the wake of COVID-19. The virtual breakfast is free to attend. The format for this year’s breakfast will be live-streamed virtually, due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis. As the event’s…

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts Virtual Spring Carnival

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By Greer Wylder
May 15, 2020

Segerstrom Center for the Arts invites you to celebrate Spring at its first virtual Spring Carnival on Sunday, May 17. Enjoy fun, food and crafts, all accessed virtually on scfta.org/springcarnival – from the comfort of your own home. And admission is FREE to the Center’s Spring Carnival. In the days leading up to the carnival, they invite you to join the fun with a series of Instagram challenges. Each challenge hints at an activity that will be included with the May 17 carnival package and is a new way to get creative at home. There’s something for everyone, from cooking…

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4th Street Market Keeping the Community Well Fed

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By Greer Wylder
May 14, 2020

A number of 4th Street Market’s creative food concepts are continuing to provide flavorful fare to go. They're grateful for the support of the community and look forward to reopening and welcoming guests. Banh Xeo Boys, the food hall’s newest addition (recently soft-opened in May), brings a unique menu featuring authentic Banh Xeo (Vietnamese crepes) to the market. Co-Founders Daniel and David were born and raised here in SoCal but have been inspired by the flavors of their childhood to create this concept.  “We look forward to educating the community on what Banh Xeo is and what a unique and…

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