Monday, February 2:
Busy-Being Pop-Up
Space 15 Twenty is hosting a pop-up shop that focuses on rad Texas artisans like Cobra Rock Boot Company, Folk Fibers, and more. Aside from finding a beautiful item or two, you’ll leave with a new favorite American brand to add to your inventory. Saturday through Saturday, February 21; Space 15 Twenty, 1520 N Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, CA; 323.465.1893
Coffee Commissary
Coffee Commissary now offers house made baked goods and a rotating selection of top-grade roasters, including Portland’s Coava and Seattle’s Victrola in Palms. Get all your work done here because they have a ton of outlets and WiFi. 3425 Motor Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90034
modelFIT Pop-Up
The New York fitness class that’s made converts out of celebs for a pre-Oscars pop-up is in Los Angeles. Time to work that body and see what all the fuss is about. Monday through Sunday, Feburary 8; Catchlight Studio, 633 N La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA; 323.936.6106
“Love the Grape” Menu at Shutter’s One Pico
The wine-food pairing menu features a three-course pre-fix menu focusing on a distinguished wine producer and three of the more unique wines in their portfolio. February’s “Love the Grape” menu includes highlights like Seared Maine Diver Scallop with Black Truffle Puree, Shaved Fennel, and Butternut Squash;Roasted Saddle of Lamb with Braised Cabbage and Yukon Gold Potato; and Reblochon Cheese & Quince Marmalade. Additional details can be found here. Shutters on the Beach, 1 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.587.1717
The Spoon
Koreatown is welcoming a newcomer today. It’s a fusion restaurant of Korean kimchi flavors with Italian preparations. That means you can order kimchi pilaf topped with a sunny side up egg and bacon. Pizzas have bulgogi or pineapple, along with chicken piccata and spaghetti bolognese. Open, noon-9 pm; 621 S. Western Ave. #107, Los Angeles, CA 90005
Komodo’s New Happy Hour
Specials include $2 off all beers along with seven new menu items. 8809 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; 310.246.5153
Rock & Brews El Segundo’s 4th Anniversary
by breaking open its cellar doors for its first-ever Strong Ale & Cellar Reserve Fest. For the month of February only, the El Segundo Rock & Brews location will offer guests a selection of perfectly-curated and aged craft brews, many of which have been aging for up to four years. For the Strong Ale & Cellar Reserve Fest, guests can order from Rock & Brews’ list of over 20 aged brews, including: The Bruery 2011 Cuir, Lagunitas 2011 Gnarlywine, Napa Smith 2011 Grateful Dog, Stone 2011 Belgo Anise Imperial Russian Stout, Avery 2011 Hog Heaven Barleywine, Lost Abbey 2012 Angel’s Share, and more. 143 Main St., El Segundo, CA; 310.615.9890
Louis Vuitton—Series 2′
Louis Vuitton is invading a Hollywood warehouse for the first stop of its “Series 2” show, an “unconventional” exhibit that reinterprets the brand’s spring/summer 2015 ready-to-wear collection. The exhibit will house seven different rooms focusing on the label’s past, present, and future. Experience everything from the Louis Vuitton’s history as a trunk maker, a recreation of a fashion show backstage space, a 360-degree runway show projection room, a dreamy accessories gallery, and more showcasing the Nicolas Ghesquière-led brand. Free; Monday through Sunday, February 22, 10 am-6 pm; 1135 N Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Tuesday, February 3:
Joy and Sweets
This desert shop is partnering up with neighbor Island Monarch Coffee. Joy and Sweets specializes in French macarons and cupcakes that pair with IMC brews. Sweets include white chocolate raspberry and salted caramel macarons and raspberry & red velvet cupcakes. Open daily from 10 am-7 pm; 10818 Jefferson Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230
Wednesday, February 4:
Hotel Covell Opens
Hotel Covell is a new group of retro-esque suites (five) above the famous Los Feliz wine bar. They’ve got breakfast taco room service in the morning, Covell room service at night and—well, here are the important stats. 4626 Hollywood Blvd.,Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.660.4300
Executive Chef Mark Peel’s Pop-Up Dinners at Rascal
When Campanile closed in 2012, Angelenos were worried they wouldn’t be able to get founding Chef, Mark Peel, dishes. Now, after the recent announcement of Bombo, Peel’s new seafood driven spot slated to open in March 2015 in Grand Central Market, Chef Peel is giving you the chance to get a sneak peak of new dishes that may appear on the restaurant’s debut menu with a Pop-Up Dinner. Executive Chef Mark Peel will be cooking alongside Rascal’s Executive Chef Andy Lee, serving up an à la carte menu of potential Bombo entrees complimented by an array of appetizers and sides created by Chef Lee of Rascal. Dishes include Fish and Chips with Alaskan cod and steak fries, served with spicy vinegar and a cucumber yogurt dressing; Seared Marinated Tofu with a spicy vegan ragout of Napa cabbage, dried mushrooms, kombu, pickled garlic and radishes, served with scallion oil; Chicken Salad with eggplant, dried apricot, pecans, kabocha squash, roasted onion, potato, arugula and oregano vinaigrette; and the Chopped Salad with iceberg lettuce, red cabbage, marinated tofu, broccoli, Napa cabbage, chickpeas, picked carrots, red onion and oregano vinaigrette. Tuesday, 5-10 pm; 801 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.933.3229; Reys here
Kendall’s Brasserie and Bar’s “Passport to France”
This is a nightly dinner series exploring the tastes and flavors of Basque, Provence, and Lyon, France. Lyon-raised Executive Chef Jean Pierre Bosc is proud to present menus that salute his native country. Travel to the Basque region with dishes like the Baked Sea Bass Persillade with Bell Pepper Basquaise, and Coco Beans Ragout with Chorizo. In March, enjoy Provencal fare with Roasted Lamb Loin with Basted Tapenade, Artichokes Barigoule, and Fava Beans. Then, concluding the culinary journey through France in October, enjoy cuisine from Lyon, like the Volaille Demi-Deuil “Mere Brazier”, Poached Alf Chicken, truffled under the skin, with a Broth of Poached Vegetables, and Sauce Supreme. Each meal, inspired by the specific region, will include the choice of two appetizers, entrees and desserts options. Basque Region: February 3rd – 28th, Provencal: March 3rd – March 31st, Lyonnais: October 1st – October 31st, 7:00 p.m. – close; 135 N Grand St., Los Angeles, CA 90012; 213.972.7322
Dominick’s Casks & Cracklins Pig Roast
They have partnered with Jameson Black Barrel to bring back their annual patio roast with a Casks & Cracklins Pig Roast. Chef Brandon Boudet will be serving a menu of dishes featuring the Jameson Black Barrel roasted pig, $9 glasses of Dago wine and Jameson Black Barrel Cocktails. Wednesday, 5-11 pm; 8715 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; 310.652.2335
Thursday, February 5:
The Independence Opens
Owner Jonathan Chu has taken his old space (buddha’s Belly) and turn it into the bright and airy space named after the railroad that once traveled our City back in 1875. Tom Block (BLT Steak, Allen & Delancy, Beelman’s Pub) is behind the menu, so expect dishes like chicken wings with salsa verde dry-aged rib eye with wild mushrooms, and a burger with gruyere and caramelized onions, and shellfish stew with clams. Vincenzo Marianella is preparing cocktails like the Longshore, made with bourbon, port syrup, lemon, egg white, and bitters; and the Last Stop with scotch, grappa, amart averna, coffee, and whipped cream. Santa Monica native Tatia Oshidari manages both the front of house as GM and the 10 taps behind the bar, which pour mostly Californian brews. Open daily, 11:30 am-10 pm; 205 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
LAGOS
For one night only, an acclaimed Detroit chef is head to POT to present a menu of Nigerian specialties. Plus, he will be accompanied by Nigerian DJs and hip-hop artists in the Line Bar. Thursday; POT, 3515 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90010; 213.368.3030
America Martin’s “How The Sun Goes” Exhibition
America Martin has a brand-new show this month at JoAnn Artman Gallery. The work of painter and sculptor America Martin is influenced by both her Colombian lineage and strong affinity for modernism. She has a dynamic combo of cultures, styles, and techniques in engaging work with universal appeal. Martin’s paintings have bold abstract figures, vibrant color, and powerful lines. Thursday-through March 31; 326 N Coast Highway; 949.510.5481
solita Tacos & Margaritas Valencia Hosts Fundraiser To Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Clarita Valley
To celebrate the official grand opening of their new Valencia location, solita Tacos & Margaritas is throwing a celebration that will highlight both their authentic cuisine and delicious cocktails, while also supporting the benefitting charity, the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley. Enjoy complimentary eats all night long (drinks will be for sale) and 100 percent of the proceeds will go to the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley, an organization offering education, leadership, sports and arts programs to needy youth in the area. There will be a fresh guacamole station with mango, tomato, onion, chile and cilantro alongside their House-made Tortilla Chips and Duros. The Taco Bar will feature some of Executive Chef Deborah Schneider’s famous Baja-inspired wood-grilled and smoked dishes ranging from their Wood-Grilled Ancho Chile Chicken, Carne Asada, Pork Carnitas and more. There will be three bars with eight Specialty Margaritas, over 40 Tequilas and many other cocktail creations. Thursday; 24201 Valencia Blvd., Suite 3470, Valencia, CA 91355; 661.291.1399
RED Party
Three Day Rule has teamed up with the American Heart Association to host a RED party in honor of National Wear Red Day. There will be an open bar, a DJ, and 100% of proceeds going to charity. Please wear red. Ties.com will be there to sell affordable red ties to dudes who don’t own any red. Those proceeds will also go to charity. $30; Thursday, 7-10 pm; DSTLD Jeans, 8899 Beverly Blvd., West Hollywood 90048
