Monday:
Prawn Opens in Pasadena
Los Angeles Chef Mark Peel has opened the second iteration of his seafood concept, Prawn, in Pasadena. Chef Peel opened his first Prawn location in the Grand Central Market and like Prawn at GCM, Prawn Pasadena will feature California’s most pristine, locally-sourced seafood. The menu includes Thai Lobster Roll with Maine lobster, roasted onion, potatoes, and spicy coleslaw and bacon rouille in a soft roll; Clam Chowder with Kabocha Squash, and famous Seattle Fish Stew with fresh shrimp, squid, clams, mussels and fresh fish in a house-made lobster broth with spicy rouille served over rice; Caldo Picante (Spicy Broth) with shrimp and chicken in a spicy shrimp broth with black beans, roasted yams, roasted onions, mustard greens, tomato and okra; Spicy Scallop with spicy shrimp broth with chili paste, toasted peanuts, roasted onions, kabocha squash and potatoes, served over rice; and the Chilled Shrimp and Crab Soba Noodle Salad with soba noodles, napa cabbage, mustard greens, scallions, toasted peanuts, shiitake mushrooms, kombu and roe with peanut dressing. Rounding out the menu will also be several options for vegetarians and vegans, including a Custom Grain Bowl option where you can choose from four veggie toppings like Turmeric roasted cauliflower, kabocha squash, roasted broccolini, spiced almonds, stewed chickpeas, roasted shitake mushrooms and a choice of protein like a fried egg, tofu, spicy chicken, and spicy shrimp, served on barley and quinoa tossed in a sorell pesto and garnished with pickled sweet peppers. In addition to the signature menu, Prawn Pasadena will also feature a bountiful raw bar with fresh seafood curated by Chef Peel. Monday; 16 Miller Alley, Pasadena, CA; 626.219.6115
Wednesday:
Robata JINYA Celebrate 7th Anniversary
They are offering a seven-course prix fixe menu with signature favorites spanning the past several years, including the restaurant’s shrimp toast, Ikura-Oroshi, and oyster shooter; Yellowtail Tiradito and Albacore sashimi with crispy onion; JINYA signature home made tofu; Wagyu stone grill; baked crab hand roll; half-sized “Diner’s Choice” ramen; and home made caramel nut ice cream. $48; Wednesday-November 19th, 5 pm-close; Robata JINYA, 8050 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 323.653.8877
Chef’s Counter with Chef Wes Whitsell
Join Manuela and enjoy the delicious multi-course tasting menu. $75, $50/wine pairing; Wednesday, 7 pm; 907 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Prunotto Multi Vintage Barolo and White Truffle Dinner
For those who wish to experience this sublime pairing in its full glory, this is the perfect event for you. Head to Upstairs 2, where Chef Maiki Le has put together a beautiful 5-course dinner with white truffles that will be paired with Barolos of Prunotto. Enjoy 6 Barolos, including 4 vintages of their “Bussia” cru, as well as an Arneis and a couple of Barberas. $290; Wednesday, 8 pm; 2311 Cotner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064-1877
Thursday:
Beaujolais Nouveau Day at Pitchoun! Bakery
Visit Pitchoun! Bakery to celebrate the release of the 2017 Beaujolais Nouveau. The French holiday, observed every year on the third Thursday of November, celebrates the release of the young vin de primeur Beaujolais Nouveau, a fruity and light red wine that’s released just 6-8 weeks after harvest. In true French fashion, Pitchoun! will be serving the wine by the glass, or by the bottle! Thursday through November 19; 45 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
