Monday, July 13:
Tripli-Kit Celebrates Opening with Chef Richard Blais
Brooke Williamson and Nick Roberts officially celebrate the opening of their newest project Tripli-Kit with special guest Chef Richard Blais who will sign copies of his James Beard Award nominated Try This at Home: Recipes from My Head to Your Plate. Located directly behind The Tripel, Tripli-Kit features a hand selected assortment of cookbooks, kitchenware and tabletop items perfect for any culinary enthusiast. All of the boutique’s offerings will be available for purchase throughout the night. Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm; 333 Culver Blvd., Playa Del Rey, CA, 90293
Clover Partners with Coolhaus
Starting today, local and organic cold-pressed juice company Clover has partnered with Coolhaus on two new vegan products. Clover has created a nut milk inspired by their favorite Coolhause ice cream flavor, chocolate salted caramel and Coolhaus has created an ice cream inspired by their favorite Clover cold-pressed juice. Caramel Salé is a chocolate salted caramel nut milk made from almond, cashew, cacao powder, medjool dates, maca, pink Himalayan salt, and water. Green Juice is a coconut-milk based ice cream with spirulina, banana, vanilla bean, candied dates and toasted coconut shreds. Prices for Green Juice range from $5-6 for ice cream sandwiches (depending on cookie choice) and $5 for a scoop at both Coolhaus locations. Pints of Green Juice ice cream can also be purchased for $12 at Clover’s La Brea location. Caramel Salé nut milk will be available for $12 at all Clover and Coolhaus locations (including Coolhaus trucks) and online. Monday; Clover, 342 La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; The Coolhaus Shop, 8588 W Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232; The Coolhaus Shop, 59 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105
dineL.A.’s Summer Restaurant Week
The Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (L.A. Tourism) is proud to announce the lineup for dineL.A.’s Summer Restaurant Week, the city’s popular biannual food event. Take advantage of fixed price lunch and dinner menus, as well as exclusive dishes, from hundreds of acclaimed L.A. chefs at noteworthy restaurants over the course of 14 days. The extensive list of 300+ participants includes hot spots like Connie & Ted’s, Fogo de Chão, Gracias Madre, Lotería Grill, and Sushi Roku who return to dineL.A. this summer with newcomers like Cadet, HYDE Sunset Kitchen + Cocktails, Royal, and The District by Hannah An. Enjoy lunch menus for $15-25 or plan a night out on the town with dinner options priced at $30-50. Plus, participating restaurants will be offering menus that are 15% off and many will also be creating exclusive menu items just for dineL.A. Monday-July 26
Tuesday, July 14:
Blue Bottle Coffee
is on the verge of making an official appearance, according to some emails pushed around by the popular roaster and coffee shop company. And to celebrate, the well-funded outfit is giving away free cups of joe. The plan is to teach up their new staff on all the inner workings of their coffee program by dishing out drinks of choice to anyone who stops in at the 8303 Beverly Boulevard location. The freebie fun kicks off this Monday morning, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and all you’ve got to do is mention their one-free-drink-per-person email. After that, the shop will officially come to life on Tuesday, July 14. In the meantime, there are several other well-received Blue Bottle locations across the city, as well as a shiny new one coming to the Bradbury Building soon.
Ray’s & Stark Bar, LACMA and Artbites Announce Cur-ATE Dinner Series
Ray’s & Stark Bar, in partnership with LACMA and ArtBites presents the next chapter of the Cur-ATE dinner series. Through this combo of fine art with culinary art, ArtBites founder Maite Gomez-Rejón will discuss the role of food in a historical and social context as it’s seen in art through a series of gallery tours, concluding with a four-course meal inspired by the evening’s art, by Chef Viet Pham of Ray’s and Stark Bar. This month, take a “bite” out of the city with an evening of exploring Los Angeles focused on the special exhibition Drawing in L.A.: The 1960s and 70s. Following, visit Ray’s & Stark Bar’s for a family style meal that celebrates L.A. neighborhoods. In September, Savoring Surrealism gives you a chance to discover Surrealism and enjoy a four-course meal with a French and Spanish flair inspired by Salvador Dali’s cookbook, Les Diners de Gala. In November, A German feast provides a chance to explore the art and culinary history of the country through a visit to the museum’s permanent collection of German art. After, enjoy a hearty and rustic family style meal. Meet at the BP Grand Entrance on the LACMA campus in front of Ray’s & Stark Bar. $90/LACMA Members, $100/Non-Members (Wine or cocktail pairings available for additional cost); Tuesday, 6:30 pm; LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036; Resys are required: 323.857.6010 (Resys close Wednesday the week prior to the event date at noon, all reservations are final).
Terrine’s First Bastille Day
Chef/Owner Kris Morningstar and his partners, Frenchmen Stephane Bombet and François Renaud, welcome renowned Michelin-starred, chef Dominique Crenn, for a limited engagement guest chefseven-course dinner. The joint menu will offer the first sneak preview of Crenn’s San Francisco restaurant Petit Crenn, a neighborhood tribute to the food she cooked during her childhood in Brittany, set to open this year. To complement Crenn and Morningstar’s menu, Head Bartender Ryan Wainwright will also craft a number of classic French cocktails centered on cider and calvados. Terrine’s regular menu will not be available. $65; Tuesday, 5:30-11 pm; 8265 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; 323.746.5130
Taste Of Farmers Market
Join in the 7th Annual Taste of Farmers Market and enjoy food samples from the market’s best eateries, beer and wine samples, live music, and free parking. Nosh on Nutella crepes, tuna tartare, handmade ice cream, fruit smoothies, and more. $40, $45/door; Tuesday, 5-9 pm; Farmers Market at The Grove, 6333 West 3rd St.; 323.933.9211
Wednesday, July 15:
Hyde Sunset Kitchen + Cocktails New Summer Menu
Executive Chef Chris Crary, featuring rustic California fare reflective of the restaurant’s airy and charming setting. Perfect for warm summer nights, Angelenos can settle in on the sweeping patio and enjoy standout dishes including: Peaches + Burrata, with prosciutto, grilled peaches, pesto, pine nuts, pretzel bread; Corn Crowdie, with pistachio, chile limon popcorn, jalapeño, buttermilk and herbs; Kale + Ricotta Agnolotti, with dried cherries, pine nuts, charred spring onion, and crispy kale; Pan Roasted Halibut, with pistachio, pea, mint and crispy shallot; and Mediterranean Grilled Lamb T-Bone, with curried couscous, tzaziki, sweet pepper and pickled red onion. To accompany the Chef Crary’s new fare are a mix of crips, vibrant and refreshing new summer cocktails like: Mezcal Penicillin with El Silencio Mezcal, lemon juice, house blended clover honey syrup, hour made “spicy” ginger syrup and lemon oil; Le Parisian with Grey Goose Pear vodka, St. Germain Elderflower Liquor, muddled cucumber, lemon juice, simple syrup and soda water; Kaffir Cana-Kazi with Fleur de Cana Rum, Sugar Skull Coconut Rum, lime juice, and muddled kaffir lime leaves; and Earl Grey Aviation with Bombay Dry Gin, Maraschino Cherry Liquor, Monin pistachio syrup, pressed lemon juice and Earl Grey tincture.
Tam O’Shanter’s Flora Springs Winery Pairing Dinner
The evening’s lineup will feature four wines from the award-winning winery (2013 Flora Springs Chardonnay, 2013 Flora Springs Sauvignon Blanc, 2010 Flora Springs Trilogy, 2013 Flora Springs Merlot), all of which will be paired with four mouth-watering courses prepared by the Tam O’Shanter. Founded in 1978, Flora Springs Winery is a family owned and operated winery committed to the traditions of fine winemaking for more than three decades. A representative from Flora Springs will be on hand to answer questions and talk about the featured wines. $85; Wednesday, 6:30 pm; 2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039; 323.664.0228
Edward Colver – LA Punk 1980-83 Exhibit at The Darkroom
The third installment of the The Darkroom’s photographic retrospectives dedicated to influential bands and musicians, the Melrose area bar presents an ode to punk rock with an exhibit from the genre’s foremost photographer, Edward Colver. Specialty themed cocktails like the Mosh Pit and Germicide will be offered at preferred pricing from 8-10 pm, as well as complimentary punk rock haircuts from the acclaimed Debonair Barber + Shave Parlor owners Justin and Preki. Sponsored by Pabst Blue Ribbon, the two month exhibition, “Edward Colver – LA Punk 1980-83”, is curated by Rex Weiner and The Darkroom’s General Manager Jim Kalin, and captures the wild personalities and raw action of Southern California’s punk rock era including bands and performers such as Black Flag, Henry Rollins, Darby Crash, Gun Club, Social Distortion, Circle Jerks, 45 Grave, and Jello Biafra. The fine art prints are available for sale and will be produced by A&I Photographic. Opening night celebration: Wednesday, 8-10 pm (on view through September 15th); 7302 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.931.3800
5-Year Anniversary Show for the Super Serious Show
CleftClips productions is proud to present the 5-Year Anniversary Show for the Super Serious Show, taking place at the same venue as its very first show, Smashbox Studios. Started in July 2010, Super Serious set out to combine the best of the Los Angeles Comedy scene, each show presenting a new mix of stand-up, sketch and music comedy, along with videos. It’s more than a comedy show, with a full-fledge pre-party including music, drinks, sweets and food truck. $10; Wednesday, 7 pm; Smashbox Studios, 8549 Higuera St., Culver City, CA 90232
Tanzy Westwood’s Sherry Yard Dinner
Tanzy Westwood will host a wine-paired dinner by three-time James Beard award winning chef Sherry Yard, the four-course prix fixe menu consists of: Sweet Corn Velouté, Heirloom Tomato & Black Mission Fig Salad with goat cheese, shaved fennel, basil vinaigrette, Pan Seared Snapper with summer squash “spaghetti,” marinated peppers, basil pesto, Grilled Filet with summer squash “spaghetti,” marinated peppers, basil pesto, and Suncrest Peach ‘Cobbler’ with almond streusel, blackberry ice cream. $50, Optional $30 wine pairing; Wednesday, 7 pm; 10840 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024; Resys required: 310.307.7022 or Patrick.Brennan@ipic.com
Summer Spa Soirée
Join in an evening of head-to-toe pampering and holistic offerings at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles. Enjoy complimentary poolside yoga (5-6:30 pm), healthy small bites, a glass of Champagne, and a selection of premium door prizes. Consultations with hair, beauty and skincare representatives from Eminence Organics, African Botanics, BAR Skin and Body, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, Clarisonic, NuFace, Salon 11, and Jane Iredale Cosmetics are also available in the spa reception. You can also reserve 15-20 minute mini-treatments, including the following options: Peach Bellini Hand Treatment, Eminence Mini-Facial, Chair Massage, Dr. Dennis Gross Peel, NuFace Contour and Lift Treatment, African Botanics Marula Experience, and Polish Change ($25, the amount can be applied towards retail purchases over $75). Guests receive a 15% price reduction on all retail purchases, as well as a special offering with gift certificate purchases over $250. Thursday, 5-8 pm; 900 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.763.4400
The Art of Melrose
The Melrose Business Improvement District is hosting a series of themed events for the summer that will highlight all the great things Melrose Avenue, from Fairfax to Highland, has to offer. The series is called The Art of Melrose and will be held every third Thursday throughout June, July and August. First up is focus on fashion and it will take place in the center section of the BID on the Gardner, Martel and Fuller blocks where there is a large concentration of high-end boutiques, trendy restaurants, and unique stores. The night will have live models in-store, mini-fashion shows, food trucks, live music, restaurant specials and other live entertainment. Thursday, 6-9 pm
