Yoga under the Olive Trees
Excited to share that Herringbone La Jolla will be hosting Yoga under the Olive Trees! Herringbone has partnered up with Lululemon La Jolla for a relaxing yoga session underneath the 100-year-old olive trees especially when the session is followed brunch. Post yoga-session enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbles or non-alcoholic beverage of choice paired with a two-course brunch menu full of all the sweet and savory classics. You will want to refuel with a refreshing glass of champagne and dishes like Soft Shell Crab Benedict, Pecan Sticky Bun, or the signature Lobster Roll. Grab your mat, come hungry, and be sure to stretch into your Sunday with good vibes that will get you through the whole week. $45; Sunday, 8:30 am – 9:15 am; 7837 Herschel Ave, La Jolla, CA
Celebrate LA!: LA Phil 100 x CicLAvia
The latest periodic CicLAvia street takeover event has a unique musical spin! They are teaming up with the LA Phil for a car-free street party featuring 1,800 performers in live shows and activities. Walk, run or bike the entire eight-mile route that stretches from Walt Disney Concert Hall to Hollywood Bowl. There will be six “hubs” like the Hollywood Stage where you’ll see Rivers Cuomo (Weezer) and Wynton Marsalis. Free; Sunday, 8:30 am – 8:30 pm
Music Tastes Good
Their two-day music, food, and arts festival returns to Marina Green Park, along the picturesque Downtown Long Beach shoreline. The fest will be headlined by New Order (Saturday) making their only west coast appearance this year, and Grammy-nominated and Mercury Prize-winning English singer-songwriter James Blake (Sunday). Find out who’s playing and who’s cooking during the whole weekend. $85+; Saturday & Sunday; 386 E Shoreline Dr, Long Beach, CA 90802
Van Nuys Arts Festival
Enjoy live music, art installations, family activities, local artists, food trucks and even a 3D dance party. Free; Friday, 6 – 10 pm; Van Nuys Civic Center, 14410 Sylvan St, Van Nuys, 818.778.4999
Rescue + Freedom Project Grand Opening
The Rescue + Freedom Project animal rescue celebrates the grand opening of its new rescue and outreach center in Agoura Hills. Tour the facility and meet survivor animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, pigs and peacocks. Then, dine on hand-crafted cocktails and plant-based fare from renowned chefs. $75; Saturday, 5 – 10 pm; Exact address provided upon RSVP
Abbot Kinney Festival
This festival, now
in its 34th year, spotlights the boutiques, artisan eateries and art galleries along the “coolest block in America.“ Enjoy food trucks and booths, kids’ rides and games, four music stages and three beer gardens. Free; Sunday, 10 am – 6 pm; Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA; 310.396.3772
Los Angeles Chocolate Salon
The 12th Annual Los Angeles Chocolate Salon features the finest artisan, gourmet and premium chocolate. Sample and discover new and original chocolate flavors. Enjoy demos, chef and author talks, wine tasting and beverage vendors, and interviews by TasteTV’s Chocolate Television program. Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm; Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E. Green St, Pasadena, CA
Oktoberfest celebration at The Fields LA
The newly opened The Fields LA is bringing a taste of Germany with their kick off Oktoberfest in Los Angeles. The Fields LA is hosting a festive celebration in the stylized urban culinary destination and rooftop terrace, featuring $5 German-influenced menu from The Fields LA Executive Chef Michael Teich, in addition to $5 beers, and live German music and a DJ. In addition to the 9 restaurant experiences and outside bar already residing within the dining complex, The Fields LA will ensure the steins stay full featuring Oktoberfest beers from Hofbräu, Bitburger, Boomtown, Weihenstephan, Veltins, and Modern Times. Dishes including: Beer Braised Bratwurst with sauerkraut & bell peppers; Pork Schnitzel served with caper aioli; Crispy Potatoes served with beer cheese; German Potato Salad (vegan); and Pretzels – cinnamon sugar & classic. Free; Saturday, 3 – 11 pm; The Fields LA, 3939 S. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90037; 213.419.9465; RSVP here
San Antonio Winery Harvest Festival
San Antonio Winery transforms its parking lot into a wine-themed harvest celebration in honor of its century of winemaking. Enjoy wine, beer, food, music, a charity grape stomp and more. $65-$90; Saturday, 5 – 9 pm; 737 Lamar St, Los Angeles, CA; 323.223.1401
Ocean Prime Beverly Hills’ Launches Brunch
Get a spot on Ocean Prime’s terrace for their luxe brunch. Options include Crab & Eggs with house made crab cakes and poached eggs, French Toast made with lemon curd, candied bacon and fresh berries, and Braised Short Rib Surf & Turf with a crispy gouda potato cake, lobster claw, poached egg and hollandaise, amongst many others. Bottomless blood orange mimosas will be flowing on the gorgeous patio. Sunday, 11 am – 4 pm; 9595 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Tastes & Sounds on South Lake
Sample a diverse selection of culinary delights from 20+ Pasadena Restaurant Row eateries at this culinary and music festival. Free; Saturday, noon – 5 pm; The Shops on Lake, 345 S. Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA; 626.792.1259
“The World’s Tastiest Party” with GTA
BeatBox Beverages is proud to announce their first national event series, “The World’s Tastiest Party” with GTA. The GTA music duo, consists of Julio Mejia and Matt Toth, two electro house and hip-hop producers from Miami. The series will kick off in the brand’s hometown of Austin, TX and proceed to cities around the U.S. like Columbia, South Carolina, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and many others before finishing up in El Paso, Texas. $25+; Saturday; Exchange – Los Angeles, 618 S. Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Le Dîner en Blanc
Launched nearly 30 years ago in Paris by François Pasquier, Le Dîner en Blanc de Paris continues to bring thousands of people together each year in cities all over the world. Today, more than 70 cities around the world host their own Dîner en Blanc, including Paris, New York, Sydney, Tokyo, London, Los Angeles, Kigali, Haiti, Chicago, Philadelphia, Melbourne, Johannesburg, Singapore, Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal. Le Dîner en Blanc promotes friendship and elegance, setting a new standard for chic outdoor events.Le Dîner en Blanc hits Los Angeles this weekend. So get ready to picnic in white and make new friends. One you rsvp you find out the secret location. Saturday; Email: losangeles@dinerenblanc.com
Frogtown Brewery 2nd Anniversary Extravaganza
Enjoy exclusive beer releases in bottles, cans, and on tap; live music; an outdoor beer garden; food specials from Kelly’s BBQ; a special artist showcase of illustrator Patrick Moss that celebrates the brewery and our amazing community; and so much more! Their tap list will be full of favorites, plus some new releases available for the first time, including their Prince George Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Porter made with Madagascar Vanilla Beans. Broken Vessel Imperial Pumpkin Ale will be back for the season! Saturday, 1 pm; Frogtown Brewery, 2931 Gilroy St, Los Angeles, CA 90039
The Oinkster Turns 12
Join The Oinkster in Eagle Rock for an all day celebration of their 12 years in burger business! To celebrate, diners can add a Drink & Fries to any sandwich order for just 12 cents! Bonus: around 7pm complimentary homemade cake will be served! $12 Gift Certificates will be randomly handed out to customers throughout the day too! The party keeps rolling the following day, Saturday September 29th, with a very special edition of their annual Oktoberfiesta tradition! This year The Oinkster welcomes back their brew buds from Hawthorne CA, Common Space Brewing for a tap takeover! For one day only: Bacon-wrapped Sonora-Style Polish Dogs, Beerchata (Beer + Horchata), and Micheladas. Friday & Saturday; 2005 Colorado Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90041
Dunkin’ Donuts Celebrates National Coffee Day with Buy One Hot Coffee, Get a Second One Free
National Coffee Day will be twice as nice at Dunkin’ Donuts this year, as the brand has brewed up a special buy one, get one offer. Anyone who purchases a hot coffee at participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide will get one hot coffee free (of equal or lesser value). In addition, Dunkin’ Donuts is now offering two special seasonal selections to satisfy cravings for the favorite flavors of fall. These include the brand’s classic Pumpkin flavored coffee and recent addition Maple Pecan flavored coffee, which serves a sweet and nutty taste for a delicious way to stay energized around the changing of the seasons. Saturday
W Hollywood Hotel
Everything gets better with coffee! In celebration of National Coffee Day, enjoy a complimentary cup at Delphine, Station Hollywood or The Living Room. Option to make it boozy with a shot of Jameson available at the bar for a small fee. Saturday
Half-Off Coffee at Jane Q Hollywood
Celebrate National Coffee Day at sunny, all-day Hollywood eatery Jane Q with half-off drip coffee. Head barista Riley Vaughn and his team serve up some of the most delicious LAMILL coffee drinks in town, with a wide range of milk and milk alternative options, a boozy vodka cold brew and the cult-fave Golden Honey Latte. Saturday
Klatch Coffee – FREE 12 oz. Pour-Overs and Code Word: ELIDA
In honor of National Coffee Day Klatch Coffee will be offering free 12 oz. pour-over coffee for Klatch app (iTunes/Google Play) users all day at the Redondo Beach, Rancho Cucamonga, San Dimas and Ontario store locations. Plus: mention the code word “ELIDA” in person at Klatch stores or on Instagram to be entered for a chance to win two free tickets to a tasting of the world’s most expensive coffee ($75 per 8 oz. cup!), the Elida Geisha 803, at the Klatch Roastery in Rancho Cucamonga on October 20. Saturday; 1800 Argyle Ave, Hollywood, 90028
