Monday
Spring Spritz Menu Debuts at Savoca
Savoca’s new beverage director Zachary, ex bartender at the iconic Sunset Tower hotel pays homage to classic Italian cocktails with three delicious Spritz variations. The Violetta Spritz is an effervescent drink with floral notes and a purple hue, and pairs with the tasty Burrata. The Angelino Spritz is the closest to the Aperol Spritz but Zachary has added Amaro Angelino, a local Los Angeles aperitif. This pairs perfectly with the Chicory Salad. As a lemon lover, the Limoncello Spritz is my favorite. Described as a new take on the classic digestif Limoncello, this cocktail complements the Chilled Baked Shrimp. Various prices; JW Marriott at L.A. Live – 900 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.765.8630
On Sale Now: Benny Boy Brewing x Milkfarm Cheese & Cider Pairing On June 3rd
In honor of World Cider Day, Benny Boy Brewing is teaming up with Milkfarm Artisan Cheese Shop Owner Leah Park Fierro for a guided cider & cheese pairing. Your ticket includes 4 flights of cider and 4 kinds of cheeses. $32; Friday, June 3rd, 7:00 pm; 1821 Daly St., Los Angeles, CA 90031
Mark Your Calendars: Pedal on The Pier Returns June 5th
On Sunday, June 5th, the Santa Monica Pier will be transformed into an outdoor cycling studio. The 10th Annual Pedal On the Pier returns to raise money for the Harold Robinson Foundation’s Camp Ubuntu, which provides year-round camp-based programming for L.A.’s under-resourced children in South L.A. The four-hour spinathon features relay teams of 1-5 riders and includes over 500 participants and 100 teams. Tickets can be purchased for $2,500 per bike or $100 per spectator. Both tickets include entrance to the event, live music, activities, and access to the food and beverage sponsors. Sunday, June 5th, 12 – 4:00 pm with a red carpet at 11:00 am; Santa Monica Pier – 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Tickets On Sale: Taste of the Nation Returns June 5th
After a two-year hiatus, No Kid Hungry’s culinary festival, Taste of the Nation makes its return on Sunday, June 5th. The tasty event will feature over 40 of L.A.’s top tastemakers of various cuisines and styles. Your ticket includes unlimited tastings of food, beer, wine, and spirits, music from live DJs, and an array of prizes and activations. This year’s host chefs are Top Chef winner and owner of Playa Provisions Brooke Williamson, alongside Mei Lin, Chef & Founder, Umamei and Daybird. 100% of proceeds benefit No Kid Hungry’s work to end childhood hunger in America. Come for the food and stay for the memories. $95 (Adults) and $25 (Children); Sunday, June 5th. 1 – 4:00 pm; Media Park – 9070 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
On Sale Now: The Annual AbilityFirst Food & Wine Festival
Sip, savor and celebrate, the Annual AbilityFirst Food & Wine Festival is back on June 5th! Proceeds from the evening will go to AbilityFirst, “A 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides programs and services to help children and adults with disabilities reach their full potential.” The evening will feature over 400 guests and 20 top restaurants, cocktail bars, wineries, breweries, and lounges displaying their finest dishes and drinks. $250 – $3200; Sunday, June 5th, 5 – 8:00 pm; Historic Laurabelle A. Robinson House – 195 South Grand Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105
On Sale Now: Gianmarco Soresi (Comedy Central) at the IMPROV, Brea June 5th
Comedian, actor, and podcaster Gianmarco Soresi is bringing his hilarious comedy to the Improv, Brea on Sunday, June 5th. Soresi’s stand-up has been featured on Comedy Central, Netflix’s Bonding, PBS’s Stories from the Stage, and The Real Housewives of New York. He was the winner of Amazon’s Comics Watching Comics Season 8, and his first comedy special Shelf Life was nominated for 3 NY Emmy Awards and is now available on Amazon Prime. $20 – $70; Brea Improv – 180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821
Tickets Now Available: Daou Vineyards Wine Pairing Dinner at The Restaurant at Mr. C Beverly Hills
The Restaurant at Mr. C Beverly Hills and Daou Vineyards are coming together for a delicious dinner and wine pairing. Executive Chef Max Farina of The Restaurant at Mr. C has curated a wonderful four-course menu that is paired with various Daou wines. $255; Thursday, June 30th, 7:00 pm; Mr. C Beverly Hills – 1224 Beverwil Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90035; 310.226.6245
Wednesday
Bar Lis Launches Weekly Burlesque Soiree, Femme Follies
Bar Lis launches a weekly burlesque night with live performances and a DJ. Inspired by the famous Moulin Rouge, the weekly burlesque show will be presented by Miss Tosh, the star and founder of the highly acclaimed revue, Beauty of Burlesque. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Please email reservations@barlisla.com to reserve your seat. Free entry; Wednesdays, 9:00 pm – 2:00 am; Thompson Hollywood – 1541 Wilcox Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Thursday
Two Exhibits in L.A. Featuring World-Renowned Artists Okuda San Miguel and Kai & Sunny
The Corey Helford Gallery welcomes you to view two new exciting shows. In the Main Gallery, behold the international touring group exhibition, I Don’t Wanna Be, I Am. The exhibition highlights work from artists like world-renowned Spanish painter and sculptor Okuda San Miguel. Gallery 2 features London-based award-winning duo Kai & Sunny’s Future Seasons. Their show depicts acrylic paintings on linen canvas and archival ballpoint pen drawings on paper. Please note no appointments are necessary and masks are required for entry. Thursdays – Saturdays (Through June 18th); 12 – 6:00 pm; Corey Helford Gallery – 571 S. Anderson St (Enter on Willow St), Los Angeles, CA 90033; 310.287.2340
