Los Angeles Weekend Roundup
Friday
hoopLA’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays are amongst us, and that means it’s time to dust off those ugly sweaters and get ready for White Elephant gift exchanges. But how do you find the perfect gift? Take a breath, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and relax because we’ve got you covered. We drew inspiration from Oprah’s Favorite Things and Amazon’s best Black Friday deals to compile a list of the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. From beauty to books, home and kitchen, health and wellness, fashion, sports, electronics, travel, and more, ’tis the season for hoopLA’s 2022 Holiday Gift Guide.
The Kebab Shop Northridge is Now Open
SoCal-based, fast-casual Mediterranean eatery The Kebab Shop is now open in Northridge. The menu features bites like the San Diego Wrap, filled with a Kebab choice (such as seasoned carved chicken or tender lamb), award-winning fries, feta cheese, garlic yogurt, greens, tomato-cucumber, and red onion, and the customizable, refreshing Plates atop fragrant Saffron Rice, with sides such as Fall-apart Falafel, Spicy Hummus Pita, and Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. Various prices and hours; 19545 Nordhoff St., Ste. 70, Northridge, CA 91324; 818.428.1152
Mr. T Serves Up Global Street Food Elevated with Contemporary French Techniques
From the mind of Restaurateur Guillaume Guedj comes Mr. T., the latest exciting culinary addition to the Sycamore District. The menu is vast in flavor with fresh ingredients intricately prepared in the French way. Highlights include: Mr. T Mac N Cheese, The “Uni”(Koshihikari rice, confit egg yolk, sea urchin crème), Mr. T Lamb Kebab (Roasted lamb, tzatziki, spicy aioli), and Bucatini A La Tequila (Spicy San Marzano tomato sauce and crispy parmesan). Reservations encouraged. $25+; Fridays – Saturdays, 6 – 10:30 pm and Tuesdays – Thursdays, 6 – 10:00 pm; 953 N. Sycamore Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90038
Los Angeles Recognizes Veterans Day
- Black Angus Steakhouse: Black Angus Steakhouse invites all current and past members of the military to enjoy a free dine-in meal on Veterans Day. The delicious dine-in meal includes a 6 oz. Top Sirloin Steak, Mashed Potatoes, and Steamed Broccoli. Free with military photo ID; Friday, 12 – 3:00 pm; Various locations. For those who can’t make it to Black Angus on Friday, the steakhouse chain offers service men and women a 15% discount year-round.
- Castaway: Nestled in the hills of Burbank sits hidden oasis Castaway. The restaurant is honoring vets with 10% discount off all items on the menu when they come in to dine. Various prices; Friday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm; 1250 E. Harvard Rd., Burbank, CA 91501; 818.848.6691
- Corner Bakery: Any active and former military members who stop in on Veterans Day will receive 20% off their order. Various prices; Friday, Various hours and locations
- El Torito (Brea): El Torito is honoring vets with 20 % off to all veterans and active service who dine-in. Military ID must be presented when they place their order. Various prices; Friday, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm; 555 Pointe Dr., Brea, CA 92821; 714.990.2411
- Las Brisas: Las Brisas welcomes all veterans and active service member to experience coastal California cuisine with 20% off their meal. Military ID must be presented when they place their order. Various prices; Friday, 8:00 am – 10:00pm; 361 Cliff Dr. Laguna Beach, CA 92651; 949.497.5434
- NORMS: SoCal iconic eatery NORMS is honoring all veterans with a 50% discount on any entrée for themselves as well as a veteran or non-veteran friend! This offer is available at all locations for dine-in or to-go orders, only, with valid ID. Friday, various prices, hours, and locations
- Odyssey: Granada Hills farm-to-table hilltop restaurant Odyssey is offering vets a 10% discount off all items on the menu when they dine-in. Various prices; Friday, 4:30 – 9:30 pm; 15600 Odyssey Dr., Granada Hills, CA 91344; 818.366.6444
- Orange Hill: Orange County hilltop hideaway restaurant Orange Hill is offering veterans a 10% discount off all items on the menu for dine-in. Various prices; Friday, 4 – 9:00 pm; 6410 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92869; 714.997.2910
- The Proud Bird: The Proud Bird, the bustling hybrid food bazaar and historical aviation hub supports Veteran’s Day by offering complimentary entrées to veterans. Vets can choose from the Salmon Teriyaki Bowl, Nashville Chicken Sandwich, or an Individual Build-Your-Own Pizza. Free; Friday, 11:30 am – 8:00 pm; 11022 Aviation Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045; 310.670.3093
- Rock & Brews: The brainchild of KISS front men Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, Rock & Brews seamlessly blends rock ‘n roll with a menu of elevated American food and an unrivaled selection of craft beers. As a thank you to our vets, the restaurant is offering a complimentary Pulled Pork Sandwich or a Strawberry Fields Salad to all army, military and first responders. AND, KISS front man Gene Simmons will be on-site at the El Segundo location handing out meals to veterans. Free; Friday, various hours and locations
- SOL Mexican Cocina: SOL Mexican Cocina is sharing a taste of Baja with all veterans and active service members, with 20% off their meal. Military ID must be presented when they place their order. Various prices; Friday, various hours and locations
- Solita Tacos & Margaritas: For Veterans Day, Solita Tacos & Margaritas is offering all veterans and active service members 20% off their meal. Military ID must be presented when they place their order. Various prices; Friday, Various hours and locations
- Whiskey Red’s: Waterfront seafood-driven restaurant Whiskey Red’s wants to thank all veterans by offering 10% off all items on the menu for dine-in. Various prices; Friday, 12 – 9:00 pm; 13813 Fiji Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; 310.823.4522
Mark Your Calendars (11/17): Caldo Verde Presents an Evening Inspired by Tanya Holland’s Third Cookbook California Soul
Portuguese-inspired restaurant Caldo Verde invites you to a special one-night culinary event. Chef Suzanne Goin curated a special menu of various dishes inspired by Oakland-based chef Tanya Holland’s third cookbook, California Soul. Holland’s cookbook features a collection of modern soul food with more than 80 seasonally inspired comfort-filled recipes that trace the roots of modern California soul food to the Great Migration. Caldo Verde’s limited California Soul menu will include a Fried Artichoke Po’Boy, Gumbo Z’herbes with Dungeness Crab and Prawns, Sorghum and Cinnamon-Glazed Pork Loin, and Gravenstein Apple Hand Pie. Cookbooks will also be available for purchase on-site. Various prices; Thursday (11/17), 5 – 10:00 pm; DTLA Proper – 1100 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.806.1023
Saturday
AppleFest at Benny Boy Brewing
This weekend Benny Boy Brewing is hosting an AppleFest Fall Festival in honor of apples and autumn in the city. Turn the wheels on Benny Boy’s old-fashioned cider press, and be among the first to taste Benny Boy’s Pippin Pommeau, a 19% apple brandy aperitif, straight from the barrel. Enjoy fresh Apple Cider Donuts and Apple Pie slices from Gemini Bakehouse, shop elevated pantry staples from Carla’s Fresh Market (Sunday), and enjoy a classic Midwestern Fish Fry (Sunday) along with food from pop-up food vendors A’s BBQ (Saturday), Correa’s Market & Mariscos (Saturday) and River Street BBQ (Sunday). Various prices; Saturday – Sunday, 12 – 10:00 pm; 1821 Daly St., Los Angeles, CA 90031
The California Science Center Hosts the 2022 Los Angeles Brewsology
Saturday nights are for science and beer at the California Science Center’s Brewsology Beer Festival. During the unique museum experience, guests can sip 150 ice cold beers from 50 breweries while exploring the California Science Center. $50 – $65; Saturday, 7 – 11:00 pm; 700 Exposition Park Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90037; 323.724.3623
Doughbrik’s Pizza is Now Open
YouTube star David Dobrik welcomes you to his new pizzeria, Doughbrik’s. The new pizza concept serves two styles of traditional Chicago-style pizza with specialty homemade sauces, the Meat-Lovers and Pepperoni. Various prices and hours; Mondays – Sundays; 801 North Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046
APT.4B Streetwear Empire Opens at ROW DTLA
Inspired by the street culture of New York City, and the “era at the intersection of music, fashion, and lifestyle,” APT.4B has relocated its Fairfax Avenue location to ROW DTLA. Co-founded by Monique and Moon Moronta, APT.4B sells a range of graphic T-shirts, crewnecks, accessories, and more, and has drawn a huge following that includes celebrities like Jay Z, who has collaborated with the brand. APT.4B is unveiling a collaboration with Adidas this December. $55+; Tuesdays – Sundays, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm; 777 Alameda St, Suite 120, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Mark Your Calendars (12/3) – Reveal: The Ultimate Nudity and Fashion Experience
Au-Naturel Services welcomes you to a different kind of fashion show experience. Cue Reveal, “a courageous event that fuses nudity and fashion into one unforgettable evening.” The night features the latest fashions from designers Dwane Rhodes and Akasha, celebrity stylist Winnie Stacks, and guest influencers. $34.99; Saturday (12/3), 7 – 10:00 pm; Art Beyond Survival – 684 Mateo St., #4, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Sunday
The Front Yard Fall Block Party
Fall comes to The Front Yard this Sunday with a beer and wine block party! Kick back and relax to live music by the The Rick Cowling Duo, while partaking in a pop-up holiday shopping soiree, and dining on gourmet samplings, and beer and wine tastings. Proceeds from the event go to New Horizons, a local non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals with special needs reach their potential and fulfill their dreams. $35 – $75; Sunday, 2 – 5:00 pm; The Garland – 4222 Vineland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 91602; 818.255.7290
Chocolate Sundaes at The Laugh Factory
This Sunday evening, the Laugh Factory welcomes you to laugh until your stomach hurts at Chocolate Sundaes. The weekly comedy show features a hilarious host, DJ, and performances from seasoned veterans, as well as up-and-coming comedians who you’ve seen on all of the major networks. You never know who you may see at Chocolate Sundaes. Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Justin Bieber, J Cole, and Tyrese have all been spotted laughing in the audience. And, some of your favorite funny celebrity comedians like Kevin Hart, Katt Williams, Howie Mandel, Bill Bellamy, Ali Wong, and Tracy Morgan have all dropped in to give the audience a surprise set. $25+; Sunday, 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm; The Laugh Factory – 8001 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
