Monday, June 8:
Prime Mondays at Flemings
Enjoy a three course meal with your choice of the Craftsman Ribeye, Pork Chop or Sea Bass accompanied by Truffle Mash and Spicy Thai Green Beans. Each entrée comes with your choice of salad – Fleming’s, Bloomsdale Spinach, or French Onion. you also get to choose a dessert like Walnut truffle, Cheesecake or carrot cake. To complete the experience, pick two glasses of wine from a pre-selected menu for $20 or two glasses of wine from a more premium pre-selected menu for $30. $49.95; Monday
Beau du Bois’ New The Corner Door‘s Spring Drinks Menu
Bar Manager and cocktail aficionado Beau du Bois has created a new Spring Drinks Menu that will be available for just a limited amount of time! The cocktail list is comprised of three sections: six shaken, six stirred and two classics. Under the shaken section, you will find the Three Way, made with jalapeño-infused tequila, house-made raspberry and tamarind cordial, lime and egg white; and the Topless Mermaid, made with vodka, pineapple, lime, banana-infused rose and blue curacao. The Stirred section includes the Death Row Cocktail, made with two types of rum, kaffir lime and coconut-infused Campari, sweet vermouth and Aztec chocolate bitters; and the Lumberjack Liquor Cabinet composed of bourbon, apple brandy, maple syrup and cinnamon smoke. The Classics include the Billionaire made with bourbon, lemon, grenadine and absinthe, as well as the Daiquiri with silver rum, sugar and lime. 12477 W Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066; 310.313.5810
Clover
Over two years ago, Clover sold its juice, smoothies and products at the take away window at The Churchill. On June 21st, Clover will be leaving the West 3rd Street spot to focus on a curated clover experience at three new stand alone stores opening between September – November this year. (and continue to operate out of their flagship store at 342 S La Brea Ave.) To thank the West 3rd St community and loyal customers, the Clover take away window location will offer everyone who buys a bottle of cold-pressed juice, a second one at 1/2 off through June 21st! Through June 21; 8384 W 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA
TAPS Fish House & Brewery Opens in Irvine
When you enter through the brick entryway, you will see the custom glass red wine storage cellar, an oyster-charcuterie station, 18-foot-high ceilings, vintage-style light fixtures and faux leather tufted booths. In addition to 150 California-centric wines by the bottle and 20 wines by the glass, they have 24 taps. You can expect seafood, hand-cut steaks and signature oyster-charcuterie bar, with a marble iced display. This location will be the first TAPS to showcase some meats and fish cooked in a J & R “Little Red Smokehouse” smoker. From Mesquite, Texas it’s fueled by apple wood and cherry wood and is inspired by the popular smoker at sister restaurant Lillie’s Q in Brea. A smoked prime rib is offered nightly. Rotating smoked fish offerings include trout, albacore, salmon, mussels and oysters and will be featured at TAPS’ famous over-the-top Sunday buffet brunch. 13390 Jamboree Rd. at The Market Place in Irvine, Calif., 92602; 714.619.0404
Tuesday, June 9:
Simbal Opens
Prepare for dim sum carts and small plates in a minimally designed industrial spot with small pops of color here and there. Grab a spot at the light wood tables and get ready for a southeast Asian feast that is full of creativity along with simplicity, and vivid flavors. Think of your meal as a form of mixing and matching with dishes like coconut-juice-braised pork belly, chili jam mussels with tamarind, fried Chinese donut, and a banh mi panzanella salad. 120 San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90012; 213.626.0244
Willie Jane Fundraiser
Now, Tuesday Nights are community nights with happy hour all night (starting at 4 pm) and complimentary smoked chicken wings (at 6 pm). This Tuesday, they are raising money to purchase uniforms for The Westside Wolfpack. $10 donation at the door; Tuesday, 6-10 pm; 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291; 310.392.2425 or reserve online
Mr. C Beverly Hills‘ Poolside Cinema
With a newly refreshed, yacht-inspired pool deck, Mr. C Beverly Hills invites you to take in the warm summer nights like a Venetian. The Poolside Cinema – in partnership with Peroni Nastro Azzurro, is held every other Tuesday to August. Relax in new slate grey lounge chairs and couches by premier outdoor furniture designer David Sutherland, as you take in dinner and a movie under the stars. Enjoy light Italian dishes like Yellowtail with mint, avocado, onions, and lime and Baby Spinach Salad with Chiodini mushrooms, bacon, and ricotta. Caprese-style popcorn, Peroni Nastro Azzuro on-tap, and cocktails like the Arbusto with Avión Blanco tequila, grapefruit shrub, housemade ginger and Demerara syrup, lime, and Fever Tree ginger ale. Movies screen at sunset and guests are encouraged to arrive early, as seats are available first-come, first-served. The line-up includes: June 9 – The Italian Job; June 23 – The Devil Wears Prada; July 7 – Casablanca; July 21 – Catch Me If You Can; August 4 – Pretty Woman; and August 18 – Midnight in Paris. Tuesday, 7 pm;
Wednesday, June 10:
Andaz West Hollywood’s Wine Tasting
Each month, Andaz West Hollywood teams up with the experts at V Wine Room to guide wine-lovers through a selection of curated red and white wines from boutique California wineries. This month, say “Guten tag!” to a selection of German & Austrian style wines produced locally here in the Golden State. The event is free to guests and neighbors (21+). The event will take place in Andaz’s Wine Gallery on the first floor. Free; Wednesday, 5-7 pm; 8401 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA; 323.785.6090
Estate Opens
This is a new sophisticated spot with leather seating, light wood floors, glowing lights, leather tufted booths, and bronze and gold accents. Order up dishes like Hamachi flatbread; Tuna Tacos; Calamari; an Ocean Trio made up of albacore, spicy ponzu, fried onions, ahi tuna tartar, crispy rice, and gulf white shrimp “mojito” watermelon; spicy pork ramen; Sea Trout; Hanger Steak with caramelized onions, radish confit, asparagus, smashed potatoes; and dessert of Chocolate Soufflé Cake with a Mocha & Anglaise Sauce. Opens Wednesday; 1519 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90403; 310.394.7722
Los Angeles Film Festival
LA’s film fest will be full of premieres, including indie and mainstream films. Expect the world premieres of Requiem for the Dead and American DREAMers. You have the option of buying festival passes or swiping up individual screening tickets, here. Wednesday through Thursday, June 17; various venues
Thursday, June 11:
solita Tacos & Margaritas Celebrates National Corn On The Cob Day
Get the summer time veggie grilled to perfection by Partner and Executive Chef Deborah Schneider. The Grilled Corn Elote is a whole ear of corn roasted over a wood grill and smothered in butter, chipotle salsa, California chiles, Cotixa cheese and sprinkled with green onion (for just $3.75). 24201 Valencia Blvd., Suite #3470, Valencia, CA 91355; 661.291.1399
Thrillist’s Pop-Up Culinary Road Trip
Thrillist is bringing the best bites from around the U.S. to our fare city, including Chicago deep dish pizza, New York bagels, New England lobster rolls, Philly cheesesteaks, and more. $33; Thursday-Sunday, June 14; Siren Orange Studios 1 and 2, 1050 N Orange Dr.; 323.467.3559
The CLD Style House Sample Sale
They’re featuring dozens of designers, thousands of items and very deep discounts! Shop summer dresses, t-shirts, swimwear, sheer tops, workout wear, statement jewelry, sneakers, flats, designer heels, handbags for day or night, beach bags, scarves, tanning products, rompers, jumpsuits, leather jackets, denim, maxi dresses, raw silk blazers, and so much more! Plus, they’ll have $1, $5, and $10 bins closing out many very-well-known designer brands! Thursday-Sunday, 10 am-6 pm; 1206 Maple Ave., 11th fl, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Hollywood Fringe Festival
A celebration of all things performing arts (we live in Los Angeles, after all). The Hollywood Fringe Festival is a two-week extravaganza with tons of events in various theaters, clubs, bars, and more. Check out the full schedule, here. Thursday through Sunday, June 28; various locations
