Melody Nazarian | December 2, 2011 11:05 amIf you were a fan of Tengu Sushi in Westwood, you're sorry to see it go. But don't be too sad, because debuting in its place is a lively Mexican restaurant that is sure to bring on lots of fun and delicious times. Casa Azul (10853 Lindbrook Dr., 310-209-0666), soft-opening today, is brought to us by Vicente Del Rio, the chef behind the two Frida locations.Read More
Melody Nazarian | December 2, 2011 7:03 amThis Rebecca Minkoff sale will turn you into a bag lady — Racked LA
Ludo rolls out a new LudoTruck menu and holds a foie gras pop-up — Eater LA
Hollywood's favorite new jewelry line, Auden — All the Rage
Nine scene-y places in LA that aren't obvious — Refinery 29
Pub meets brasserie at 3rd Street Station, opening soon on Third Street — Grub Street LA
Introducing the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy Los Angeles — The Daily TruffleRead More
Melody Nazarian | December 1, 2011 7:35 amOctober wasn't too shabby, but November was a busy month in terms of restaurant and bar openings. Around 12 new spots popped up around town from Studio City to Santa Monica to Venice Beach to Bel-Air. Wolfgang Puck's highly anticipated new eatery debuted, a few restaurants got second locations, and The Original Farmers Market finally got a top-notch burger joint.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 29, 2011 10:29 amThe famous Victoria's Secret Fashion Show made its 2011 debut a few weeks ago in NYC. We saw plenty of sexy recap snaps, but tonight the over-the-top production comes to life on our tubes on CBS, starting at 10 p.m. But before you catch all that skimpy glitz and glamour, find out where two of the hottest VS models, Miranda Kerr and Lily Aldridge, like to chow down and get pampered when they're off the catwalk and on the streets of LA.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 29, 2011 7:39 amAside from gifts galore, holidays are also a time to indulge in extra special festive food. The gift part is a bit more labor intensive since you have to go out and find it, but a handful of LA restaurants are making it easy for you to devour away by concocting holiday-inspired food and cocktail menus for the month of December. All you have to do is drive to the eatery and open your mouth.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 29, 2011 7:02 amWhether you like it or not, the holiday madness is going to take a toll on your body and psyche. That's when you're going to be in dire need of a getaway that offers rest and relaxation, minus the long annoying flight. But really, I don't care what month you plan your staycation at Terranea Resort (6610 Palos Verdes Dr. South, Rancho Palos Verdes, 310-265-2800), all I care is that you do it.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 24, 2011 6:37 amMark Salling is really easy on the eyes, yes, but his heart is pretty, too. The Glee actor has partnered up with ConAgra Foods in support of its Child Hunger Ends Here campaign to make sure no student stays hungry. "People generally want to give back, but are limited by time and by financials.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 23, 2011 7:05 amAnother day, another over-the-top Sam Nazarian venture. This time, Sam and his SBE crew are bringing Angelenos a superb supperclub experience with Greystone Manor Supperclub (643 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood) in West Hollywood.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 22, 2011 7:56 amVosges Haut-Chocolat (311 N. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills, 310-275-3621) may be a newcomer to LA, but it's certainly not a newbie when it comes to the chocolate. There are three Vosges boutiques in Chicago — where the company's main kitchen is — two in New York, and one in Las Vegas.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 21, 2011 7:27 amThere have been so many new restaurant openings lately, it's been hard for my stomach and me to keep up! But this isn't the time to ignore all the cool spots that are popping up around town. There's Roy Choi's latest project in Venice Beach, The Six Restaurant's Studio City outpost, an Hermosa Beach Mexican eatery (pictured above) that's worth driving to just to check out the fancy decor, and a couple more newbies worth checking out.Read More
Melody Nazarian | December 2, 2011 7:03 am
This Rebecca Minkoff sale will turn you into a bag lady — Racked LA
Ludo rolls out a new LudoTruck menu and holds a foie gras pop-up — Eater LA
Hollywood's favorite new jewelry line, Auden — All the Rage
Nine scene-y places in LA that aren't obvious — Refinery 29
Pub meets brasserie at 3rd Street Station, opening soon on Third Street — Grub Street LA
Introducing the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy Los Angeles — The Daily Truffle
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