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Monday, October 5:

Drink Pink at solita Tacos & Margaritas Valencia
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Mexican restaurant is shaking it up with special edition clase Azul Reposado Pink Bottles, pouring out premium drink specials and donating 75% of the beverage price directly to local Cancer Treatment Center, Circle Of Hope, a non-profit organization located in Newhall, CA. Circle Of Hope provides support to those diagnosed with cancer in the Santa Clarita Valley, offering emotional, financial and educational help. Enjoy this exceptionally smooth tequila three ways. Shaken tableside, you will receive a perfectly chilled solita house or skinny margarita and shaker crafted with Clase Azul Reposado tequila, house-made sweet and sour, a splash of fresh orange juice and Triple Sec or opt for the solita Skinny Margarita, mixed with Clase Azul Reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, a touch of agave nectar and a splash of soda for $30. Those who prefer simple sips of this distilled blue agave can savor a 2-ounce snifter of Clase Azul Reposado for $20. October 1st-October 31st; Westfield Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Blvd., Suite 3470, Valencia, CA 91355; 661.291.1399

Prime Mondays at Flemings
Enjoy a three course meal with your choice of the Craftsman Prime Ribeye, Pork Rib Chop or Sea Bass accompanied by Truffle-Parsley Mashed Potatoes, Spicy Thai Green Beans, Creamed Spinach or Fleming’s Potatoes. Each entrée comes with your choice of starter – Fleming’s Salad, Bloomsdale Spinach Salad or French Onion Soup – and dessert – Walnut Turtle Pie, Cheesecake or Carrot Cake. Plus, you can 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; find a location here.

Tuesday, October 6:

Taste on Melrose Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Throughout the month, the West Hollywood neighborhood restaurant will feature two house-made raspberry macaroons from Pastry Chef Katie Shyne for $6 with a portion of the proceeds supporting the non-profit organization Pink Lotus Foundation. This partnership continues Taste on Melrose’s long standing tradition of supporting local charities, including past partners the Trevor Project and Los Angeles LGBT Center. 8454 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069

Get Hooked On Executive Chef Marc Johnson’s New Contemporary Seafood Menu At Tipple & Brine
New Executive Chef Marc Johnson and Tipple & Brine present a brand new seasonal menu. Oyster lovers (myself included), can enjoy a walk-up oyster bar, Oysters On The Half Shell, and a trio of Oyster Shooters. Starters include Brussels Sprouts roasted with bacon, brown sugar and Sambal; Shishito Peppers sautéed with baby corn, grapes, goat cheese, pistachios and mint; and Roasted Asparagus topped with a poached egg, lemon confit and salsa verde. Salads including the Melon & Beet Salad topped with burrata, watercress, pickled mustard seeds and black garlic; the Chicory Salad has radishes, tomatoes, fennel and buttermilk dressing. You can also go for shared plates like the Mushroom Toast topped with goat cheese, caramelized onions and a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar or the Sea Urchin Toast with avocado mousse, sliced radishes and scallions. Raw dishes include Albacore served with onion soubise, Serrano chilies, hazelnuts, soy gastrique and cilantro flowers; Beet Cured Hamachi marinated in citrus, beet juice and vodka; and Charred Octopus served with ripe nectarines, cherry tomatoes and almond frisée drizzled with saba. Mains include Swordfish with summer squash, yellow corn, cherry tomatoes and Poblano peppers, drizzled with a red wine sauce; a pan roasted Sea Bass with snap peas, green beans, pear tomatoes; Braised Lamb Belly served with cous cous, kuri squash, golden raisins, pine nuts, sage and jus; and a Flat Iron Steak with bone marrow, asparagus, crispy onions, chervil and a uni Hollandaise. Dessert includes a sponge Carrot Cake topped with cream cheese frosting, butterscotch and pecans, which was named Best Slice Of Carrot Cake 2015 by Los Angeles Magazine. There is also a decadent Chocolate Cremeaux and a savory Cheese Plate featuring three cheeses, fresh baguette and jams. 14633 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403; 818.528.2550 (Photo Credit: acuna-hansen)

Hyde Sunset Kitchen + Cocktails Executive Chef Chris Crary
Hyde Sunset Kitchen + Cocktails is offering their first Cooking with Chris, an evening of cooking demons hosted and taught by Hyde’s Executive Chef Chris Crary. Get an inside glimpse of the culinary process with freshly harvested produce from Weiser Farms. You’ll learn how to make a fall salad, numerous seasonal side-dishes and sauces that are signature to the Hyde menu. Throughout the evening, you will indulge on a Roasted Beet Salad with Apples, Goat Cheese, Watermelon Radish, and Crispy Sunchoke, while Chef demonstrates his secrets to the perfect Crispy Parsnip, Roasted Carrot, and Parsnip puree. Free; Tuesday, 7 pm; 8117 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046; 323.940.1650

Wednesday, October 7:

Tom Bergin’s Public House‘s “Get Schooled” Craft Beer Dinner Series
Since owner Derek Schreck and managing partner Jordan Delp purchased the pub in mid-2013, they’ve established a formidable rotating craft beer program, along with an elevated, gastropub menu. In celebration of this, they’ll be offering an intimate, educational beer dinner every Wednesday in October in the pub’s rustic dining room. Enjoy a four-course dinner, paired with six specialty 7 oz. pours and a meet-and-greet with the brewer. $40; Wednesday, 7-9 pm; 840 S Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.936.7151

The Darkroom Launches New Exhibit from KROQ’s Cody Black
The fourth series of The Darkroom’s photographic musical retrospectives presents KROQ’s resident historian, Cody Black, showcasing the Los Angeles radio station’s key performances from this era’s top rock musicians. Co-curated by Rex Weiner and The Darkroom’s General Manager Jim Kalin, the two month exhibition, “Cody Black- Exposed ROQ”, captures intimate and exclusive behind-the-scene moments from inside the KROQ studios and on stage. Artists featured include The Killers, Foo Fighters, Blink-182, and more. Adding to the photography experience and as a nod to the changing musical landscapes from the 90s to today, The Darkroom’s Bar Manager Spenser Genesy is set to present whiskey-based Rodney on the Rocks and tequila-based Jane Says as “transformative” cocktails, made with specialty infused ice cubes and liqueurs that evolve with each sip. Opening Night Celebration: Wednesday, 8–10 pm (going through December 7th); The Darkroom, 7302 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.931.3800

Thursday, October 8:

Martini Week at Nick + Stef’s Steakhouse
Nick + Stef’s Steakhouse invites martini aficionados to celebrate the grand reopening and expansive redesign of the DTLA steakhouse with “Martini Week.” Seven martinis for $7/each will be served up in the sleek new bar and adjacent cocktail lounge area. Lounge in the low slung mid-century modern touches including chairs and plush caramel leather benches, or al fresco in the adjoining patio surrounded by the urban skyline of Bunker Hill. The menu includes New American Martini made with Aviation Gin, Imbue Petal and Thorn Vermouth, Lemon Peel; the 50/50 made with Plymouth Gin, Dry Vermouth Blend, Equal Parts, Bitters, Lemon Twist; the Marguerite made with 50/50 Martini with the Addition of Curacao; the Nick + Stef’s Martini made wih Beefeater Gin, Dry Vermouth Blend, Stirred, Garnished with Castelvetrano Olive or Lemon Twist; the Tuxedo #2 made with Ford’s Gin, Dry Vermouth, Maraschino, Orange, Absinthe Mist; the Martini #2 made with Belvedere Unfiltered, Vermouth, Stirred, Choice of Olive or Twist; and the Reverse Vesper made with Ketel One Vodka, Tanqueray Old Tom Gin, Cocchi Americano, Grapefruit Peel. Thursday– October 16th, 3-7 pm (weekdays only); 330 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA 90071; 213.680.0330

CreepLA
The fully interactive haunt experience set in an abandoned warehouse in the Arts District of DTLA is produced by a group of theatrical artists. CreepLA sets itself apart by providing a scare unlike any other that leaves you fearful long after their visit ends. $20-$30; Thursday through October 31st, 7-11 pm; 718 E. Jackson St., Los Angeles, CA

Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood’s PINKTOBER
Featuring Kaya Stewart, this concert supports fighting breast cancer. You can make a donation to local beneficiary, City of Hope, a leader in the fight against breast cancer. The Hard Rock is supporting breast cancer research with pink products available at Hard Rock properties with proceeds benefiting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. PINKTOBER products include: Pink drink: the Wildberry Smoothie, a non-alcoholic frozen blend of fresh bananas, piña colada mix, orange juice and Monin Wildberry and Pink merchandise: Jr Scoop Neck Burnout T-Shirt ($29.50); Rock Royalty Couture Scarf ($18); and a Collectable PINKTOBER pin ($12) Free; Thursday, 8 pm; Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood on Hollywood Blvd., 6801 Hollywood Blvd. #105, Hollywood, CA; 323.464.7625

Abigaile‘s Five-Course Beer Pairing Dinner
Abigaile’s food and beverage team will curate a menu of their current favorite German-inspired dishes and brews, including: Sausage Plank: Bavarian bratwurst, knockwurst, bockwurst, curry ketchup, hot mustard, sauerkraut paired with Victory Festbeir Marzen 5.6% ABV; Emmental and Onion Tart paired with Maui Mana Wheat 5.5% ABV; Smoked Trout and Apple Salad and potato pancake paired with Ommegang Rare Vos 6.5% ABV; Sauerbraten: red sauerkraut, cheese, and crispy onion spätzle paired with Stochasticity Your Father Smelt of Elderberries 10.3% ABV; and Kaiserschmarrn (Torn Pancakes) with rum soaked fruit, Speedway Stout caramel sauce paired with Alesmith Speedway Stout 12% ABV. $50; Thursday; 1301 Manhattan Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254; 310.798.8227

Fall Market 2015 at Pacific Design Center
The PDC’s Fall Market examines the worldwide influence of Global Glamour. PDC’s all-star, international line-up includes Elliott Barnes, Patrick Frey, Martha Kirszenbaum, Ashley Hicks, Jane Hallworth, Nicolas Libert, Emmanuel Renoird, Hutton Wilkinson and Vicente Wolf in conversation with renowned design and lifestyle editors including DEPARTURES Home+Design Editor Dan Rubinstein and The Hollywood Reporter’s Contributing Culture Editor Degen Pener. Additionally, Fall Market debuts nearly 20,000 square-feet of new, expanded and renovated resources to enhance PDC’s curated mix of luxe indoor/outdoor furniture, fabric, lighting, art and accessories. The Moderne-inspired Cygal Art Deco showcases collections in the Art Deco style; Holland & Sherry features the brand’s core collection; J|Geiger Shading Technology premieres its fascia-free shading systems; Samuel & Sons debuts its new flagship showroom; James Perse doubles its current showroom occupancy of casual California indoor and outdoor furniture pieces; Innovations re-opens its newly redesigned showroom embracing a lighter and more minimal aesthetic; Baker Furniture unveils a refreshed, updated showroom to include state-of-the-art offerings. Thursday, 9 am-6 pm; 8687 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.657.0800