Jenny McCarthy and Carmen Electra talk about their show biz careers, ex’s and future plans at the Svedka Vodka Anti-Valentine’s Day Party. Jeremy Piven, Adrian Curry and others joined them at Agency in Hollywood iso their future ex’s.

Celebrities and tastemakers love to come out and converge and this night in Hollywood they were invited to celebrate the launch of McDonald’s® Chicken McBites™, the newest menu innovation that brings premium taste and poppable fun in every bite, and will be available at participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide January 24 – April 20, 2012. Grammy-nominated recording artists Salt-N-Pepa gave a [...]

There’s no denying that we all love to indulge in our favorite fast food at times, such as a juicy BURGER KING® bacon burger.  But as we’re all aware, one needs to be conscientious of what you’re putting in your body. Such as with one of America’s favorite comfort foods: bacon. LA’s The Place had [...]

Yxta (pronounced eeks’-tah) Cocina Mexicana went beyond my expectations. Driving past the more gentrified part of Downtown LA with the likes of the Geffen Contemporary and Spice Table, I wondered where I was going as I entered the industrial side of Central Ave. Motivated by the promise of a bevy of different speciality tequilas gracing [...]

Free Pancakes at IHOP? You read it right; IHOP, a long-standing favorite of many Americans for breakfast, lunch and dinner, invite guests to enjoy free pancakes, in honor of the of the company’s philanthropic National Pancake Day on Tuesday, February 28, 2012, all for a cause. IHOP’s fundraising objective is to raise $2.7 million, for [...]

Award Season is upon us! There are the Golden Globes, the Indie Spirit Awards, the Emmys, the Grammys, the Oscars, and now, finally, The Tastys! The star-studded 3rd Annual TASTE AWARDS are taking place this year at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood on January 12, and LA’s The Place Magazine is giving away two tickets [...]

LA’s The Place recently checked out Zinc, a fine dining farm-to-table restaurant at Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach. Zinc is a very cool concept of restaurant meets sleek, beautiful open lounge with a casual, stimulating atmosphere. Pair that with delicious American comfort food and you have a great result – a hotspot that people will [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2012! Steps from the Pacific at the very end of Route 66, better know as Santa Monica Blvd., explore the wines of the world at Pourtal Wine Tasting Bar. Taste 40 different wines by the ounce with an additional 30+ labels by the glass, including dessert wine and [...]

CHAYA Restaurants in Beverly Hills, downtown Los Angeles, and Venice will enjoy an array of festive New Year’s Eve dining celebrations and exclusively-themed evenings including a “Midnight in Paris,” “New York Nights” and “Mardi Gras Carnival.” CHAYA’s signature Euro Asian cuisine, as overseen by Executive Corporate Chef Shigefumi Tachibe and his culinary team at each [...]

Situated in Studio City, Raphael Restaurant and its world cuisine, has recently launched a new menu featuring Small Bites. Perfect for enjoying over a few drinks or even a fabulous alternative to an entrée, these new menu items will be sure to add a unique social dimension to your evening out. Raphael’s Small Bites are [...]

This holiday season Roy’s Restaurant invites kids to roll up their sleeves and explore their culinary creativity at the annual Keiki Gingerbread event. In true holiday spirit, the Keiki Gingerbread event brings parents and children together on December 11th for a fun afternoon of imagination, creation and dining. For only $25 each, families can enjoy lunch [...]

LA Market Restaurant by Kerry Simon has created three-course, prix fixe holiday menus for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve. The unique menus, offered for $52 per person and $21 for children under 12 (exclusive of tax and gratuity), showcase LA Market’s spin on classic holiday dishes influenced by the restaurant’s signature contemporary [...]

Muffinmeal Get creative with cupcakes and muffins!  New Cupcaque “Muffinmeals” puts cup-like holes in muffins or cupcakes making them easy to fill and decorate.  Fits any brand, make or model pan; cup slides up or down and locks into place to make shallow or deeper holes.  Muffinmeals make easy to think beyond sweet and make [...]

Taberna Mexicana in Beverly Hills is known for their amazing contemporary Mexican Cuisine, their killer $3 Happy Hour, and now, they are giving a gift for the Holidays! This year, Taberna Mexicana will be offering a $25.00 gift card to anyone who dines in on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day! With [...]

Naya Sunset & Naya Lounge, Silver Lake’s newest destinations for modern Indian cuisine and contemporary, are celebrating the season with two special menus on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Naya, meaning “new” in Hindi, invites friends, neighbors and visitors to enjoy what may become a new Christmas Eve tradition or to ring in the [...]

Whatever excuses you have for failing to travel to London, Rio de Janeiro or New York to ring in 2012, don’t worry. Crustacean in Beverly Hills will take you to the BEST New Year’s Eve festivities, from the Big Ben, Copacabana Beach, Times Square, to Rodeo Drive, beginning at “Noon with a Midnight Vibe” with [...]

Back by popular demand, for the 3rd year in a row, Pourtal Wine Bar will feature Bottomless Bubbly to ring in the New Year. Not only should your dollar go further, but your wine should too. Spend your New Year’s Eve at Pourtal Wine Bar where a glass of good bubbly will never ever be [...]

WP24 Restaurant and Lounge invites guests to ring in the New Year with a six-course indulgent menu. Located on the 24th floor of the Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE, WP24 Restaurant and Lounge affords guests panoramic views of Los Angeles in an elegant, fine-dining setting. The theme of the New Year’s Eve menu is [...]

This year, it’s easy to stay healthy during the holiday season with the pure goodness of pomegranates. With its deep ruby red color and sweet yet zesty taste, the pomegranate is the must-have healthy ingredient to incorporate into all your holiday feasts.  This year, the experts at POM Wonderful have created these unique holiday recipes [...]

Besides all the joy and celebration the holidays bring, also comes the weight gain from all the holiday eating and drinking. To avoid overeating, or to help with a weight loss plan, Dr. Michael Snyder developed the Fullbar brand to offer a weight loss solution. Dr. Snyder is a noted bariatric surgeon, who has spent [...]

This is the time of year to do something special with the ones who are special to you. This holiday season, through the end of January,  enjoy Afternoon Tea Service at Boxwood Café by Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood, and you can help someone else out at the same time;  *15% of all [...]

Just in time for the holiday season when a lot of people do more celebrating and drinking than any other time of the year, not to mention New Year’s Eve! To avoid the horrible feeling and effect a dreaded hangover has, Bytox has formulated a special hangover remedy and has carefully marketed it in an [...]

Indulge your taste buds with the newly redesigned and reopened Naya Sunset and Naya Lounge in Silver Lake, a side-by-side restaurant concept offering a delectable and unique twist on Indian food. Naya, which means “new” in Hindi, will be sure to take your taste buds and senses through an unforgettable journey of romantic architecture and [...]

The Orlando, LA’s newest boutique hotel, is going to be a life-saver if you have family or friends coming to visit during the holidays. Having undergone 6 million dollars in renovations to the entire hotel, The Orlando is stylish, moderately priced and located in the heart of trendy West 3rd Street area of West Hollywood. [...]

Tequila has the reputation of being the drink of experiences best forgotten. But there is a new era of tequila upon us. Karma Tequila wants to introduce you instead to tequila as the elegant spirit of unique tastes and sensations that you will want to remember. The creators of Karma Tequila understand that there there [...]

Ever heard of cowboy-French cuisine? Neither had I before I went to LON’s at The Hermosa Inn fine dining restaurant in Paradise Valley, near Scottsdale, Arizona. I knew I was in for a memorable dining experience when I rounded the corner and gasped. LON’s outdoor patio was a glowing, mesquite-fragrant wonderland from the wood-burning fire [...]

Fresh baked pies from Coco’s and Carrows have been a holiday tradition for years for thousands of Americans. And now, their annual “Pies for a Purpose” will enable customers to purchase a fresh baked pie for donation to local food banks in California, Nevada and Arizona. You will be recognized with a special Pies for [...]

In LA, you know you’re in-the-know when you’re privvy to those hidden gems off the beaten path. But there’s no keeping this potential best-kept secret a secret when The Churchill has so much to offer. Restaurateurs Beau Laughlin and Brett Cranston, who opened The Hudson in 2009, bring LA’s newest, coolest gastropub to the neighborhood, [...]

Deciding on a great restaurant to have your Thanksgiving dinner? Check out The Churchill, the fabulous new neighborhood gastropub, featuring turn-of-the-century inspired decor, and a farm-to-table local and sustainable menu. They make all their own pastas and sausages and cure their own meats. and have a separate pastry chef that bakes their own breads and [...]

In a city that churns out a new trendy restaurant as fast as they spin out the new A–list celebrity of the moment, Koi Restaurant is a rare phenomenon that is still a Los Angeles hotspot for both foodies to enjoy and starlets to be seen. Like Meryl Streep or George Clooney, Koi has stood [...]

SpaWater is your guide to creating world-class spa water at home. SpaWater brings the elements of hydration and nutrition together in a beautiful and elegant way, with fresh fruit-infused water. Proper hydration is critical for maintaining your health, and every cell in your body relies on water for proper function. For years, spas around the [...]

Holiday Gift Idea! The challenge to lose weight or maintain one’s weight seems to be a never-ending battle. But there are great tools to assist, and one that has been proven to be very effective is Slimmies Weight Loss Chocolate Chews. Not only do they satisfy your sweet tooth, but contain a highly-refined form of [...]

Ready for a Night of the Living Dead bar creepy-crawl? The bars (except Varnish) of 213 Nightlife are in a ghoulish competition to win the best Zombi-licious bar scene of Halloween 2011. Each bar, with a $500 budget, created a different Halloween theme, a $5 Zombie punch and most got deadly serious about bartender costumes. [...]

Located in the heart of West Hollywood, fresheast is a new fast-casual restaurant concept that incorporates vibrant flavors from Asia into a guilt-free menu comprised of healthy, organic ingredients. No matter what your preference, fresheast has something for everyone, including a number of options for the kiddos. With a variety of menu items, fresheast offers [...]

The holiday season is upon us and it’s holiday party-planning time! From finding the perfect present to hosting the best holiday party, the jolly season can present its challenges… but rest assured,  Alizé Liqueur and Appleton Estate Rum are here to help you serve up the merriest holiday concoctions! Uncover the complex, satisfying flavors of [...]

This Saturday, Oct. 22nd, stop on down to LA’s Original Farmer’s Market, where LG Electronics and Good Housekeeping will be visiting as their final stop on the Greener Living Tour, a five-city farmers’ market circuit designed to educate consumers on how to live healthier and greener, and more cost-effectively – with the help of fresh [...]

Which chefs have the most Klout? The Klout Score measures influence based on ability to drive action. Every time you create content or engage you influence others and your Klout Score goes up. As tastemakers, these chefs influence everyone from industry food and beverage professionals to the casual cook at home…but it’s not who think.  [...]

Calling all gypsies, tramps and thieves. Downtown Los Angeles’ oldest bar but newest rendition by Dana Hollister of Villains, One-Eyed Gypsy, opened Friday, October 7,  2011. One-Eyed Gypsy is a cross between a 1930’s circus and saloon brothel rolled into one delicious den of debauchery. After charming the hairy behemoth of a yak at the [...]

Just as the seasons change, so does the menu at True Food Kitchen in Santa Monica Place. New fall items debuted October 4, 2011 to reflect autumn’s produce at the healthy hot spot in Santa Monica. “As the seasons change, so do the best local ingredients,” said Executive Chef, Michael Stebner. “At True Food Kitchen, [...]

LA’s The Place had the privilege of hosting Michelin Star Chef Marco Pierre White, known as the Godfather of Modern Cooking, here at our studio, for a cooking demonstration featuring professional secrets to help create flavorful dishes at home. As the youngest chef to be awarded three Michelin stars, Marco Pierre White is recognized as [...]

Korean celebrity chef, Cathlyn Choi, hosted the second annual “A TASTE of KOREA” Gala, at the Garden Suites Hotel, sponsored by the LA Korean Culture Center and Carma Media Entertainment. The gala event treated guests to a spectacular red carpet evening of Korean cuisine and entertainment, including music, dance and a fashion show. The “A [...]

The Strand House, Manhattan Beach’s newest, hottest dining destination, not only has stunning Pacific Ocean views but a gourmand menu to match. The brainchild of Michael Zislis’, the Zislis Group, which owns the fashionable Shade Hotel and fun-loving Mucho Ultima Mexicana, The Strand House opened in August under the guidance of Chef Neal Fraser, Chef [...]

LA Times and Food & Wine’s The Taste kept Angelenos eating, drinking and traveling around LA for four days over Labor Day weekend. Nine themed events from burgers to food trucks to film noir were held in Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Downtown. On Monday, The Taste culminated with an old fashioned BBQ hosted by Food [...]

Fall is here, the nights are getting longer, the air cooler and time to keep an eye out for things that go bump in the night. Monster movie season is upon us… On Saturday September 10th, BBQ Films and Cinema Speakeasy partner up and will be hosting a free bi-coastal pop-up movie night — screening [...]

Have you ever just itched to do the chicken dance or craved the starchy style of German fare, but can’t quite make the trip across the pond to experience the true Oktoberfest? Well, Alpine Village offers an authentic German getaway right here in Los Angeles! Alpine Village is the oldest and the largest Oktoberfest celebration in [...]

Add this to your list as a must-dine destination on your next jaunt to Sin City – Wynn Las Vegas’ Lakeside with award-winning Chef David Walzog at its helm. With the opening of Lakeside, Chef David Walzog of the Wynn Las Vegas can add one more notch to his successful restaurant career. SW Steakhouse, the [...]

Lucky for Angelenos, Labor Day is not the end of our sizzling summer, but merely the beginning. Therefore, VOGA Italia’s Late Summer Sangria, made with VOGA Italia Moscato, peach beer and in-season ripe fruits, will come in handy for at least a few more glorious months. Impress party guests at your Labor Day bash by [...]

Southern California foodies unite, 4 days, 3 locations, 9 events of unlimited food, wine and spirits! Los Angeles Times and Food & Wine’s THE TASTE debuts to top last year’s Los Angeles food festivals with chef celebrities galore, nine events across Los Angeles, cooking/cocktail demos, restaurant samplings, film screenings and DJs. Throughout Labor Day weekend, [...]

The London Bar by Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood is making the most of the remainder of the summer, beginning now continuing through the end of September. Every Monday- Friday from 5 p.m -7p.m., come and enjoy sexy cocktails and savory appetizers for only $5 each. And for extra measure, valet for only [...]

Named after owner Jesse Gomez’s professor at Loyola Law School, Yxta Cocina Mexicana continues to add to its menu and promote signature dishes like their handmade tortillas, freshly made guacamole, slow-cooked carnitas, enchiladas de mole, and empanadas, Several updates were made as well, including tostadas with sashimi-grade tuna, sweet shrimp taquitos and salmon in pipián [...]

Sonoma County is a refreshing travel destination for an urbanite like myself as it is a community of like-minded people that are ‘terroir-conscious’ and are connected to the full circle of life. They demonstrate a ‘craftsmanship over commercialism’ by buying each others’ products. This is evident with common Sonoman sayings touted by locals like “Eat [...]

When a high profile chef who spent over 25 years as head chef with one of LA’s most high-profile restaurants opens a cozy, neighborhood restaurant of his own, that’s what you call a best-kept secret. Residents of Beverly Hills are delighting in the fact that Chef Jose Prado, formerly of the world-renowned, The Ivy, with [...]

Finally, the heat is on in Los Angeles – an ideal time to gather ‘round the pool and show off your best mixologist talent. Here at LA’s the Place we appreciate drinking a well-balanced cocktail creation, but we can’t necessarily tell you how to do it. That’s why, on a recent trip to Sonoma, we [...]

Has it already been a year since Santa Monica Place opened? Apparently, we were so busy enjoying its uber-modern, open-air shopping and dining experiences that time just happily flew by. Santa Monica Place is celebrating their one-year anniversary with food, fashion and music events August 5 – 14, 2011. Shop ‘n Dine Perfect timing for [...]

Koi Restaurant, known as one of the hottest celebrity hangouts, is not only trendy but also has a philanthropic side. Koi is donating 50% of the proceeds from sales of new menu items to the U.N. World Food Programme at all three Koi locations – Los Angeles, New York, Las Vegas until August 14, 2011. [...]

With direct access from Hwy 121, Viansa Winery & Marketplace is a brilliant initiation to Sonoma Wine Country.  Sonoma County has long been synonymous with the Italian heritage; many of the early settlers of the valley were originally from Southern Italy. Therefore, the Tuscan-themed property of Viansa Winery that greeted us was a fitting homage [...]

William and Kate may have come and gone, but they left a touch of royal influence. Keep the luxurious tradition of afternoon tea alive even after the royals have left. Mid-afternoon is the perfect time to take a break from your busy life. Let your body and mind relax and indulge in Afternoon Tea at [...]

Special occasions call for special cuisine, and when an event comes and you need a meal to dazzle your guests, Jennie Cooks Catering is here to help. Jennie Cooks Catering offers a wide variety of catering options that can help you make your event just the way you want it. They have created an innovative [...]

The classic and well-known Dukes West Hollywood on Sunset Boulevard has just received a facelift and overhaul from New York-based restaurateur Adam Newton, including new menu items and a renovated design. In 1993, Newton started his restaurant career in the Northeast with the McNally Brothers. He continued forging relationships in the industry, working with new [...]

On Thursday, June 23rd, the Glow Ultra Lounge, housed at the Marriott Marina del Rey, celebrated their Re-launch Party with DJ Cat to support the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. Glow Ultra Lounge has updated their design and now includes a VIP entrance, new dance floor area, improved lighting features, and nightly specials throughout the summer. [...]

The world’s most celebrated couple will be welcomed, with hearty Canadian hospitality, July 7 – 8, 2011 to Calgary, Alberta. During their North American tour, Prince William and Princess Catherine’s visit to the modern cowboy city will mark two momentous occasions. It will be the first time any member of the British Royal Family has [...]

On June 11th and 12th, the LA Wine Fest, featuring the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine Tour, took place at the historic Raleigh Studios in downtown Los Angeles for the 6th year in a row, benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles and also supporting the Hollywood Wilshire YMCA. Spectators enjoyed over 150 wines from all [...]

The higly-touted supperclub Los Angeles will begin its summer world tour on June 8, 2011. A true feast for all senses, supperclub los angeles is best described as merging food, drinks, fashion, music, film, entertainment, art and culture into one. With a unique interior design and setting that will leave guests in awe, supperclub los [...]

The original BoHo Restaurant closed up shop at its original location on Sunset and Ivar and moved to Hollywood and Highland with a new space and under the same, well-known name BoHo. Restauranteur Adolfo Suaya was able to open the new restaurant in time for the summer months in the heart of Hollywood to the [...]

Worldwide fast food chain Wendy’s is introducing its latest option in the salad category with the Berry Almond Chicken Salad. Highlighting the culinary movement of farm-to-table with ingredients straight from the farm, Wendy’s is the only national fast food chain to serve a salad with fresh berries during this season. The restaurant touts more than [...]

Newcastle Brown Ale, created in 1927 by Colonel Jim Porter and known as the legendary “One & Only”, is kicking off the summer with the first of four limited editions brews. I had the fun job of going to a special tasting for the brand’s Summer Ale. It’s a light and refreshing ale that compliments [...]

The W Los Angeles – Westwood has many amazing happenings this summer for LA locals. This month, new Executive Chef Dakota Weiss showcases versatile culinary skills with menu of global influences at hotel’s renowned fine dining restaurant NINETHIRTY, with a new monthly dining experience called “W Around the World”. New and innovative menus with exotic [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2011! True Food Kitchen has opened in Santa Monica and was an immediate smash. People cannot get enough of this new innovative, health-conscious, beautiful eatery, developed in partnership with Dr. Andrew Weil, best-selling author and 30-year pioneer in developing, applying, and teaching others about the principles of integrative [...]

The W Los Angeles Westwood has a delicious summer in store for guests. Summers are for Americana celebrations of life and nothing is more traditional than a Backyard BBQ, pool parties, movies…and more! Even better, at the W Los Angeles, they will take care of the work, you just have the fun! Beginning Memorial Day [...]

Francophile alert! A culinary tour of France awaits you, although you won’t have to use your passport to do it. On May 22, 2011, Club Culinarie of Southern California is hosting their 31st Annual Picnic des Chefs,  an elegant and entertaining outdoor soiree featuring gourmet cuisine from different regions of France, with 30 wineries represented [...]

The Balvenie, one of the world’s last handcrafted Single Malt Scotch Whiskey, hosted a private tasting event at the Bar Marmot, Hollywood as a part of their Balvenie Rare Craft Roadshow. Two smartly dressed Scottish Balvenie ambassadors, Nicholas Pollacchi and Andrew Weir, led the tasting and shared their experiences about their nationwide search for US [...]

Representing 100 wineries, 20 breweries and distilled beverages, six corporate sponsors and benefiting the Children’s Tumor Foundation, the 5th Annual Calabasas Malibu Wine & Food Festival will be the hottest ticket on June 18 this summer, and will honor Barbara Lazaroff of Wolfgang Pucks and SPAGO with a lifetime achievement award for her philanthropic endeavors [...]

Spring is here and there is no sweeter escape during this season than to wine country! And Santa Barbara/Solvang wine country is a favorite getaway for Angelinos. Now, until May 31sth Hadsten House Inn & Spa is offereing a two-night midweek getaway for two people who want to experience the best of Santa Barbara wine [...]

Winemaker Hillary J. Stevens knew at an early age that she had a love for agriculture and science.  Her first job at a winery coincided with her studies at Oregon State University, where she earned her Bachelors Degree in Food Science and Technology. She discovered her passion for winemaking, and the rest is history. Hilary [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for Best New Hollywood Hot Spot for 2011! The brand new, and first-ever Rolling Stone Los Angeles Restaurant and Lounge, based on the iconic music magazine, has opened in the heart of Hollywood. Never before has Rolling Stone Magazine ventured into the culinary world, and they have done so [...]

On May 2nd, the Austrian Wine Marketing Board and the Austrian Trade Commission presents the first-ever “Austria Uncorked” at the sleek and sophisticated SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills on Monday, May 2nd from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., special VIP hour from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Experience popular Austrian wines, which will be paired [...]

Get that delicious, gourmet morning cup of coffee in less than a minute at home without having to go to the coffee shop, with the new NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® single-serve coffee machine. There are four sleek, ultra-modern designs, that will look more like artwork on your kitchen counter or office than an appliance! But good [...]

Suba Sushi & Tapas Lounge is giving Long Beach residents a chance to enjoy an amazing fusion of Japanse and Spanish elements in their cuisine, led by Chef David Santiago Sr. on the tapas side and Chef Shane Hollinger on the sushi part of the menu. In some instances, restaurants off the beaten path serve [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2011! If you love well-crafted, authentic Italian food, Italian-style art deco architecture, and charming old-world service, then Tanino Ristorante & Bar in Westwood is a must-try. LA’s The Place has found it to be one of the best restaurants in LA for its well-executed,  fine Italian cuisine, great [...]

This past February, Olive & Thyme opened in Toluca Lake, Calif., giving the Valley a new gourmet marketplace with sweet treats and savory meals. The family-owned and -operated establishment is open from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Friday, offering its patrons a wide array of cheeses, wines and other gourmet food. The dessert [...]

Food and Photographs will be the theme for Foundation Rwanda’s Evening of Food & Fotos LA. Foundation Rwanda & La Brea Bakery will host an evening of award-winning photography combined with fine cuisine from some of LA’s top chefs like Suzanne Goin of AOC and Dahlia Narvaez of Mozza to support women and children affected [...]

Cinnamon and Raisin – an American flavor combination favorite of spicy and sweet is now available as the newest flavor in Raincoast Crisps. It’s wonderful for breakfast, especially if you’re on the run, or perfect to pair with a Roquefort cheese for your next party. In 2007, acclaimed chef, entertaining expert and cookbook author Lesley [...]

The luxurious Sofitel LA, known for it’s culinary excellence (Kerry Simon/Simon LA) and Le Spa presents a new low-calorie gastronomy spa program, in partnership with Thalassa Sea & Spa. Under the creative helm of Chef/Partner Kerry Simon, Executive Chef Marius Blin and Chef Patrique, Sofitel and Le Spa unveiled dedicated spa menu items, known as [...]

First & Hope Supper Club, known for its modern comfort food and handcrafted cocktails, presents a fun and delicious St. Patty’s Day Event, with live comedy, showcasing 7 comediens. St. Patty’s Day – March 17, 2011 Starters: Shrimp “tacos”, guiness batter, avocado, cilantro Irish “nachos”, irish cheddar, bacon, sour cream & chives Irish “pop tarts”, [...]

Gallo Wines, experimenting in small production wines, have launched Apothic Red 2009. To introduce Los Angeles press and tastemakers to their newest creation, Apothic Red and winemaker Boyd Morrison, hosted a five-course family style dinner at the trendy Beverly Hills’ Vietnamese-centric Red Medicine restaurant.  Apothic Red 2009 possesses all those flavor profiles California wineophiles have [...]

By Andrew Congdon New York’s Mediterranean mainstay Fig & Olive made a splash this week by celebrating the opening of its first West Coast location with a three-night extravaganza. Friday’s event, An Evening in the South of France, featured fashion by Chloé, champagne by Moët & Chandon and regional appetizers by Michelin-star guest chefs Sebastien [...]

Calling all cookie dough lovers! Kukees (pronounced cookies), recognizes that millions of people love cookie dough as much as, if not more than the cookie. Kukees gourmet cookies taste just like cookie dough but have none of the health alarms of eating raw ingredients as its baked! And Kukees using only the best, high-quality ingredients, [...]

Haldi Root Restaurant & Bar has become not only a culinary destination but a buzzing, social hub of the San Fernando Valley. Under the helm of Executive Chef Sanjay Kumar, guests are treated to both traditional Indian cuisine like Garlic Chicken and Lamb Chops Kandahar and Italian classics like Lasagna and Chicken Parmigiana that incorporate [...]

There’s a hot, new destination in Hollywood…Nirvana’s new all-night happy hour, called “Bliss Hour”. Every Sunday through Wednesday at NIRVANA in Beverly Hills. Enjoy a refreshing Mango Mojito with Mango Rum and mint, a spicy Burning Passion with Clementine Vodka, Crushed Serrano Chili with Fruit Essences or an Absolute Happiness made from Svedka Citron Vodka, [...]

From brothers George and Charbel Ghabi, comes Rounds Premium Burgers, a new fast casual dining experience located on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood. The Ghabis continue to reinvent the classic American favorite—the hamburger! Rounds sits in the heart of West Hollywood, across the street from Millions of Milkshakes and nestled between staples like The [...]

Hosted by the European Union and Italian government, Piero Selvaggio, owner and well-known chef of Valentino Restaurant in Santa Monica, presented the unique characteristics of Speck Alto Adige PGI and Asiago PDO, two gems of the traditional and authentic Italian cuisine that are making a strong debut in the US gourmet food market. (The PGI [...]

To help you achieve those New Year health-conscious resolutions,  Panera Bread has added new delicious and nutritious items like creative salads and smoothies to help you stick with your goals as well as some festive treats for when you want to reward yourself for all your hard work. Thai Chopped Chicken Salad Panera’s new Thai [...]

Many restaurants within hotels are pleasant additions to the amenities of the property but wouldn’t stand a chance in the fierce competition of outstanding, stand-alone Southern California dining options. KITCHEN 1540, of L’Auberge Del Mar Resort, with James Beard Chef Paul McCabe at its helm, not only rises to the top for its stunning ambience [...]

Aromas of sautéing garlic and fresh-picked basil waft through the dining room of the newest Drago family restaurant in Beverly Hills – Via Alloro. Appropriately named, Via Alloro represents the street the brothers and chefs Giacomino and Tanino Drago grew up on in Sicily and ‘alloro’ in Italian means bay leaf. Los Angeles has been [...]

Instead of the typical food options when you visit a theme park like corn dogs, burgers, fries and churros, Universal Studios Hollywood theme park introduces The International Café, offering refined and healthy alternatives. Last night, Universal Studios Hollywood theme park hosted a regal “Bloggers’ Banquet” to celebrate the launch of the International Café and its [...]

Wendy’s, one of America’s most popular fast food chains, continues to expand its original lineup of flavors, and just announced the addition of the new Asiago Ranch Chicken Club sandwich line to its menu. These sandwiches consist of aged Asiago cheese, thick-cut applewood smoked bacon and Wendy’s own classic chicken breasts. To keep variety as [...]

Pinkberry is doing something special for Valentine’s Day. The original tart frozen yogurt brand presents the Pinkberry Swirly Gram, a unique Valentine’s Day treat that can be delivered to loved ones nationwide. Simply call or visit a local Pinkberry store or go online to www.pinkberry.com/swirlygram to order a Pinkberry Swirly Gram. Imagine the delight your [...]

Sweet Lady Jane expanded its Southern California dominance in the dessert world with the December 2010 opening of its second location in Santa Monica, joining the already popular West Hollywood store. On Dec. 3, Sweet Lady Jane held an official grand opening, giving away free coffee with purchase and free mini cupcakes to the first [...]

Whether you’d like a five-star dining experience or even a cooking class to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style, the Gordon Ramsey Restaurant has what you need. Tucked inside the highly acclaimed London West Hollywood Hotel, a romantic dining experience is just waiting to happen. Frequented by famous lovers such as David and Victoria Beckham, Gordon [...]

As the old saying goes, a way to your lover’s heart is through his or her stomach. LA’s the Place brings you an array of delicious Valentine’s Day treats to do just that. Madame Chocolat of Beverly Hills Say it with chocolate, of course, the sure aphrodisiac. This year give Madame Chocolat’s fanciful and fun [...]

First & Hope Supper Club in Downtown Los Angeles is hosting an old-timey, swank celebration for the holiday encompassing all things love called the “St. Valentine’s Ball.” Couples and singles alike are welcome to paint the town Valentine red with delicious culinary and beverage experiences at the First & Hope St. Valentine’s Ball. Two prix-fixe [...]

Valentine’s Day is a holiday to get creative in showing your admiration and love. What better way to do that than mixing it up literally with a few exotic and erotic cocktails made from Lucid Absinthe, Russian Standard Vodka, Camus Cognac and Flor de Caña rum? Below are a few great cocktail recipes for toasting [...]

Valentine’s Day is dedicated to lavishing the one you love.  A way to demonstrate to your beloved how wonderful they really are is by choosing quality champagne to celebrate with. Nothing commemorates a special moment like toasting with Moët & Chandon. Moët & Chandon, the champagne of celebrations, is introducing a limited-edition Moët & Chandon [...]

In Los Angeles, going to any of the Drago family restaurants is a unique and elegant dining experience. Whether you live on the Westside or the in the Valley, the Drago family restaurants are here for your Valentine celebration. Each Drago restaurant is offering Valentine’s Day menus designed to romance not only the taste buds [...]

For those who might be planning to pop THE question, Simon LA Restaurant in the Sofitel Hotel is offering an uber-luxurious, VIP private dining room experience. It is also perfect for the couple who simply prefers complete privacy and ultimate pampering for their Valentine’s Day celebration. In addition to its special Valentine’s Day Menu (see [...]

Dazzle your sweetheart with the perfect Valentine’s Day solution! The perfect pairing for Valentine’s Day is to be found in Westwood, where Tanino Ristorante and Sarah Leonard Fine Jewelers in are presenting the first 75 couples who make a reservation at Tanino and spend $100 between February 11 – 14th, will be dazzled with a [...]

On Sunday, Feb. 6, the Beverly Hills restaurant Via Allora is celebrating this season’s ultimate football game, Super Bowl XLV, with a special menu available from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., allowing guests to visit the restaurant before the big game and stay after the final play is made between the Green Bay Packers and [...]

While everyone else is focused on who to wear and other preparation for the 68th Annual Golden Globes, the cuisine and elixer of the gods is being seen to. The Beverly Hilton’s Executive Hotel Chef, Suki Sugiura and Executive Pastry Chef, Thomas Henzi announced the menu for the 68th Annual Golden Globes created by  with the exclusive champagne [...]

L’Auberge Del Mar – the perfect Southern California romantice weekend getaway destination. Luxury at the beach in Del Mar, CA.

LA’s The Place presents the premiere of “Celebrity Restauranteur”. Join our celebrity friends as they visit L.A.’s hottest restaurants and chat with top chefs in Los Angeles. In this episode, Lee Reherman, host of Hot Rod TV on the Speed Channel, is joined by Kevin Farley, star of David Zucker’s American Carol and director of [...]

Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge presents a New Year’s Eve bash comparable to Rio’s famed Carnival. Samba’s New Year’s Eve Celebration is taking place at both locations, Universal CityWalk and Redondo Beach, 207 North Harbor Drive. For only $60-$80, guests can enjoy an all-you-can-eat Churrascaria serving over 11 types of meat including chicken, pork, lamb, [...]

Bialetti Cookware introduced new pieces for 2010 Christmas gift ideas, ranging in price from $19.99-$69.99, including Aeternum by Bialetti. The Aeternum line is eco-friendly, free of PFOA, free of PTFE and free of Cadmium. The white coating on the cookware also has nonoceramic, non-stick coating. The sauté pans are available in 8″, 10.25″ and 12″ [...]

LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010 - Most Romantic Lounge in LA! Celebrate New Years Eve 2011 Times Square style overlooking the beautiful harbor! New York City invades LA this New Years Eve Glow Ultra Lounge is transformed into Times Square. Bring out your inner star and walk the red carpet, get your picture taken [...]

In celebration of this year’s Z100 Jingle Ball, Stride Gum brought 20,000 packs of their new Mega Mystery gum to sponsor the VIP Artist Gift Lounge and the Coca-Cola All Access Lounge on Dec. 10 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The event was visited by celebrities including B.o.B (Grammy nominee), Paramore (Grammy nominee), Jay Sean [...]

If you’re headed to the beautiful San Diego area for the holidays, join Chef Paul McCabe at KITCHEN 1540 at L’Auberge Del Mar for a most delicious dinner during the most wonderful time of the year. Choose from or join them for both Christmas and New Year’s Eve Dinner. Chef McCabe is known for his [...]

Trident Vitality will not be on store shelves until 2011, but at its launch event, celebrities received a sneak peek of the new gum. On Dec. 8, Kelly Rutherford (“Gossip Girl”), Tyson Beckford (actor, model, TV host: “Make Me a Supermodel”), Doug Reinhardt (“The Hills”), Adrienne Bailon (“Cheetah Girls,” “Keeping Up with the Kardashians”), Kelenna [...]

They say the best Christmas gifts are those that someone wouldn’t buy for themselves! Located at the always exciting and fun Universal’s CityWalk, iFLY and Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge have partnered to offer the ‘Dine on the Fly’ promotion. It  includes two indoor-sky-diving flights and two meals. Talk about a unique night out! Great [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010! When you think of great vodka, you might  imagine some of the high-profile, imported brands. This past week, we had the opportunity to discover USDA Certified Organic Moon Mountain Vodka , the only vodka made in the U.S., at a dinner and vodka pairing at Hatfield’s Restaurant in Hollywood. [...]

After being in business for over ten years, Lilly’s French Cafe & Bar on Abbot Kinney now boasts a full liquor license.  This is in line with other changes that have recently occurred such as an interior redo, bar menu, new menus. Lilly’s is proud to be mentioned as one of the Top Brunch and [...]

The Westside’s Tiato Market Garden Cafe announces its new holiday menu that stays true to its commitment to sustainable living with a twist of Green glamour. Tiato’s gearing up for the holiday season with organic sustainable themed-fare appropriate for everything from Halloween to New Years. Tiato is the latest restaurant concept and event venue from [...]

When you think of your perfect dinner, what do you imagine drinking alongside it? Perhaps an ingeniously engineered cocktail or a fine glass of wine? Those options may suit people of a certain palate; however, the plain truth is that there is no less art in beer than in liquor or wine. True, beer is [...]

Come on out to chic and artsy Abbot Kinney on Sunday, October 24, 2010, from 3:00 pm to 7:oo pm, as the Inside Out Community Arts will host the 2nd Annual “Taste of Abbot Kinney.” Discover the burgeoning family of restaurants, drinking establishments, artists and merchants in LA’s trendiest community on the coast. “We are very excited [...]

As the holidays are upon us once again, there are numerous occasions for celebrations but what to serve your guests?  LA’s the Place has created a ‘spirited’ guide for gifts or for serving your guests, including cocktail recipes, at upcoming holiday gatherings. Moët & Chandon Moët & Chandon is synonymous with extravagant occasions, memorable champagne [...]

Looking for a casual but trendy, upscale place to relax with fire pits, DJ station and outdoor cabanas overlooking the water on the West side of Los Angeles?  Look no more, Glow Lounge in the Marina Del Rey Marriott has all that and more. Recently undergoing a design overhaul, MDR Marriott is transforming their once [...]

Calling all Los Angeles foodies! Tickets for the 28th American Wine & Food Festival held on September 25th at the Universal Studios’ Backlot are on sale now. While you enjoy the glorious cuisines of the finest chefs, you’ll be helping out the Puck-Lazaroff Charitable Foundation that benefits the Los Angeles Meals on Wheels Programs.

As the season changes from blazing summer heat to cool fall breezes rustling the falling leaves, Panera Bread® is celebrating with menu additions utilizing fall’s best aspects. Panera Bread is also featuring comfort food to keep you warm as the season’s weather gets chilly again. Panera’s Orchard Harvest Chicken Salad Panera’s Orchard Harvest Chicken Salad [...]

Tired of wasting hundreds of napkins for a party? LA’s the Place has discovered an eco-friendly solution to paper napkins and placemats that can only be used once. MyDrap napkins and placemats are made in Spain of sturdy 100% cotton that can be washed and reused. They are great for casual entertaining like cocktail parties, [...]

FOOD & WINE Magazine hosts its first Taste of Beverly Hills this weekend, featuring cooking demonstrations from some of the country’s most celebrated chefs, restaurant tastings, wine and mixology seminars, live musical performances, and appearances from top culinary personalities like Top Chef 6 winner, Michael Voltaggio and Chef Ludo Lefebvre of Ludo Bites. Firework Launch [...]

The Los Angeles Times invites you to join the Celebration of Food & Wine Festival this Sunday, September 5th, 12-8 pm at the Paramount Pictures Studios to benefit the non-profit Share Our Strength. From the epicurean to those who simply love good food, this all-day event has every ingredient to satisfy your appetite for new [...]

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, The Bistro Garden in Studio City will hold a special dinner benefitting the Concern Foundation for Cancer Research on Friday, September 24th, 2010. A selection of the most popular menu items available at the original Bistro and Bistro Garden restaurants, famous in Beverly Hills from the 1960s to the 1980s, will [...]

An LATP Top Pick for 2010! Chinese food in Los Angeles is nearly as ubiquitous as traffic, smog, or celebrity sightings. From the rare and unique, to the mundane and everyday, we travel through most of these without a second thought. However, in a few special cases, a restaurant can give us a moment of [...]

Checkers Downtown and Grey Goose Vodka are teaming up on Aug. 25 to present a special night for guests at the Los Angeles hotspot. Grey Goose Brand Ambassador and master mixologist Guillaume Jubien will serve as host of the exclusive dinner lead by Chef de Cuisine Dave Baker. The meal will include five courses and [...]

If you enjoy an abundance of meats during a meal and nighttime entertainment to accompany your dining, then Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge is just the place to venture into for a casual and laidback and fun dining experience. At Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge, the signature meal is the option for an endless supply of [...]

Last Thursday, July 29, 2010, Los Angelenos’ taste buds got the royal treatment at the American Wine & Food Festival’s first exclusive summer pre-party event – “An Evening On The Beach.” With unobstructed views of the ocean on the private beach of the Santa Monica Jonathan Club, LA food and wine aficionados were wined and [...]

Back in the day, Westwood was the epicenter of Los Angeles dining and nightlife. In April, Chef Nick Jacob opened the Glendon Bar and Kitchen, helping to restore the city’s culinary stature. When putting together the perfect neighborhood bar, you’d take the comfort of a local hangout, cross it with the sophistication of a serious dining and [...]

To celebrate the casual culinary tradition of enjoying your favorite take-out at home, Turning Leaf ® Wines believe that even these informal occasions deserve to be enjoyed with a glass of wine. They have issued a national survey to see how Americans get their take out and what wines they were pairing with their food. [...]

Flashing Ferris wheels, carousels, acrobats and dancers accompanied 62 of the city’s top restaurants, wineries and liquor providers as the Concern Foundation raised more than $1 million for cancer research on Sat. July 10, 2010. The “circus” themed, “Concern Under the Big Top,” 36th Annual Block Party at the back lot of Paramount Studios welcomed [...]

Due to potential E.coli contamination, a second round of Fresh Express bagged lettuce has been recalled per the the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s warning. The FDA conducted a normal check on products and found positive strands of E. coli O157:H7 in a Hearts of Romaine salad product from Fresh Express. The recall was officially [...]

Cynthia McFadden grew up in Maine, so she considers herself something of an expert on seafood. During her travels a few weeks ago, she discovered a place where they cook up some of the best shrimp and king crab legs she has ever had — it’s a little joint in a strip mall called “Hot N [...]

Located in downtown Los Angeles Hilton, Checkers Downtown restaurant does not skimp on classy, elegant ambiance and satisfying flavors, courtesy of Chef Todd Allison. The award-winning and Zagat-raved spot mixes American cuisine with California and French influences, creating several dishes that will leave lasting impressions on the diner. The intimate atmosphere somehow combines the feeling [...]

Craft Los Angeles is helmed by Chef/Owner Tom Colicchio, who brought his successful eatery west after making a splash with Craft and Craftbar in New York City, and Craftsteak in Las Vegas. Craft Los Angeles’ build-it-yourself, ala carte menu uses local and family farm ingredients to offer their patrons the finest in American cuisine. Congratulations [...]

Herblicious and healthy too! The restaurant group House of An that opened the famous Crustacean in Beverly Hills is launching their latest restaurant, Tiato, on June 28th in the MTV building in Santa Monica, CA. The concept, driven by Catherine An, is healthy New-American cuisine with a touch of extravagance. Committed to not only healthy [...]

Chipotle Mexican Grill, your favorite burrito stop around the corner, has announced its move to serve only 100% naturally raised beef in its barbacoa and steak dishes. Chipotle estimates that it will serve nearly 23 million pounds of naturally raised beef this year. The increased supply will allow all California Chipotle restaurants to serve premium, [...]

ABC News “Nightline” illuminates how the young chef, René Redzepi, elevated Noma in Copenhagen to its standing as best restaurant in the world in the S. Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants rankings. Also during the interview, he also discusses his new cuisine he calls, “New Nordic.” The chef spoke with “Nightline” recently about his cooking [...]

It was a night of  TV stars, celebrity hosts, VIP partygoers and America’s Best Dance Crews in one intimate Hollywood venue filled with bottle service, amazing vodka concoctions, and robot-inspired dance battles. On Sat. May 22, SVEDKA, the fastest growing vodka in the world, presented “R.U. Bot or Not?” Battle of the Bots at Wonderland.

As we head into the warm months, it is essential to drink plenty of water. If your taste buds just roll over and yawn about the idea of drinking plain water, get ready for a big surprise with all-natural essence water infused with fruit from HINT. You can enter to win a free case of HINT just [...]

Bertolli celebrated the finale of its 6-episode online series “Into the Heart of Italy”, featuring Marisa Tomei, Rocco DiSpirito and Dan Cortese, with a celebrity dinner party last week. At Culina in Los Angeles, dinner guests enjoyed the authentic ingredients and preparations that are the inspiration for Bertolli Frozen Meals and discovered by Rocco, Dan [...]

One of the nation’s largest wine and food showcases, The San Diego Bay Food & Wine Festival has announced its return for a 7th annual showcase, to be held this year November 17-21. The festival will feature the finest of local and foreign cuisine, wines from nearly 1000 wineries around the world, cooking classes, wine [...]

Give Mom a break from the cooking and treat her to a glorious dining advernture out! There are some of the best restaurants in LA that are presenting great Mother’s Day brunches! SIMONLA @ THE SOFITEL HOTEL LA Brunch menu offers an early and late riser Prix Fixe menu each with three menu selections. Think [...]

Coconut has become extremely popular in the United States in recent years and has fed and nourished populations around the world for generations. Pacific Islanders consider coconut to be the cure for all illness. The coconut palm is so highly valued by them as both a source of food and medicine that it is called “The [...]

Malibu/Calabasas Food & Wine Festival to benefit Alzheimer’s Association and the Los Angeles county Sheriffs department, will take place on Saturday, June 19, 2010, from 2pm – 7 pm. It will feature live music, fabulous food, entertainment, and beer, wine and spirits. This wonderful food & wine festival in beautiful Calabasas will feature two live [...]

Natural Products Expo West/Supply Expo 2010 was bigger and better than ever. The event covered two entire floors of the Convention Center with 7 different categories: Food, Organic Products, Heath & Beauty, Miscellaneous Hot Ticket Items, Supplements, Natural Living & Pet Products, and a very popular Supply Expo. Natural Products Expo West/SupplyExpo celebrated its 30th [...]

What do you think of when you hear the words  “wine country”? Do you picture rolling hills in France? Perhaps the valleys of Napa or Sonoma in California? If you said any of those things, you’d be absolutely right. Without a doubt, they produce some of the best wines in the world. One of California’s [...]

More than gifts and entertainment were provided for guests who attended Haven 360, HFM Media and A-List Communications’ Awards Week celebrity experience venue. During a three night event running from March 3rd to the 5th at the Andaz West Hollywood Hotel, guests got the opportunity to sample and even take home some of Johndrow Vineyards [...]

 The Varnish held an event on February 17th for everyone to experience the historical alcoholic bevarage that is Absinthe. Event attendees traveled in a 19th century style carriage from cocktail bar to cocktail bar experiencing the mystery of Absinthe. The Event The Pernod Absinthe Downtown Trot, like the drink itself, was no stranger to the elegance of antiquity. Passengers were met [...]

Jenny Craig’s motto, “we change lives”, was physically proven in the morning of Feb. 3, 2010 at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills at an exclusive press event hosted by Jenny Craig CEO Patti Larchet. Actor Jason Alexander, actress Sara Rue, and rapper, singer, and actress Queen Latifah and others testified to the wonders Jenny [...]

On Thursday, February 4th, actress Alison Melnick hosted a spectacular gathering to promote SVEDKA Adult Playground 2033 Vodka at The Playhouse in Hollywood, a venue where decadence and debauchery thrive in an elegant way.

With Valentine’s Day 2010 around the corner, LA’s The Place has the perfect idea to have your beloved really swoon at the restored 1920’s Downtown Hilton Checkers.  Go beyond the basics of a dinner or standard red roses. Why not truly indulge your heart’s desire and stay the night and celebrate in style? It will [...]

On Thursday, Feb 4, 2010, fans of Iron Chef Kerry Simon will have the chance to dine with the Rock n’ Roll chef himself at SimonLA Restaurant at the Sofitel Hotel Los Angeles. (Check out our article on Kerry Simon and SimonLA here) Join him for a most unique dining experience, which will begin with [...]

Simon LA in the Sofitel Hotel, ranked one of the best restaurants in Los Angeles, and an LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010,  invites you to enjoy Christmas culinary delights, followed by Simon LA’s famous “Junkfood Platter,  to accompany their special Christmas dinner and post-Christmas brunch menus crafted by legendary chef Kerry Simon. Savor one-of-a-kind [...]

Calling all serious wine lovers and wine collectors for Spectrum Wine Auctions’ first auction at 5 pm, Saturday, November 21st at  The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, CA, and simulcast at Crown Wine Cellars—located 20 meters underground in a former munitions bunker—in Hong Kong at 9:00AM local Hong Kong time on Sunday, [...]

  Ever heard of Mexican whiskey or French brandy? Actually you might not recognize them by their past nicknames, but after campaigning for a legal distinct name, you know them today as tequila and cognac. Today, cachaça (pronounced ka-SHAH-sa) makers are working to remove the Brazilian rum moniker to replace it with the accurate name [...]

When in Vegas, we have the motto of, “Go big or don’t bother”.  Nove Italiano Restaurant, perched on the 51st floor of the Fantasy Tower in the Palms Casino like an emperor’s throne, with 360 views, glittering décor, and award-winning Italian cuisine is at the top (literally and figuratively) of the list of must-do’s in [...]

Dazzling over 600 guests’ taste buds at the trendy Sofitel Hotel, the Club Culinaire of French Cuisine held its first annual boutique trade show.  Unique, gourmet food was for the sampling such as five-hour braised Angus beef, soft slices of lardo, black Truffle butter, local Salmon from Michel Blanchet, duck sausage with lingonberries, fruit tarts [...]

No time or motivation to cook your favorite Thanksgiving culinary delights this year for your family and friends? Relax and give thanks for Koo Koo Roo, Southern California’s leading chicken bistro. They are offering delicious and affordable specials this Thanksgiving for your celebratory gatherings. Koo Koo Roo makes it simple to enjoy a Thankgiving holiday [...]

Headed to Vegas soon for a little fun, frivolity and food? We wanted to share our latest discovery of a great Italian restaurant in Las Vegas called Nove Italiano . Located at the top at Palms Casino Resort’s Fantasy Tower, you can preserve your wallet while indulging your taste buds with their new four-course pre-fixe menu for $45, [...]

Everyone was in high spirits at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago Restaurant in Beverly Hills on October 21st  of last week. Sobieski Vodka spirits that is.  Imperial Brands, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Belvédère S.A hosted an elegant cocktail party where the A-listers of Hollywood got a first-rate introduction to Sobieski Vodka’s new flavored vodkas, Sobieski Cytron [...]

Ever wanted to send homemade chicken soup to a sick friend or family member? Now, you can – without ever doing the cooking! Forget flowers, Spoonful of Comfort is a brand new Florida company that features old-fashioned, homemade chicken soup that can be sent to a loved one… anywhere in the country. They use a [...]

Foodie Alert! How does  combining two of the most luxurious delicacies sound for the making of an unforgettable culinary evening? World renowned Chef Roy Yamaguchi is creating this rare opportunity to experience four varieties of Moët & Chandon Champagne paired with delectable sushi creations at his Nationwide Dinner on Tuesday, November 10, 2009. Master Chef [...]

This isn’t your grandmother’s port. Sandeman Porto Wine is breaking out of its conventional confines of merely being a digestive drink to sip on after dinner with dessert, cheese or a cigar.  Sandeman Porto of Oporto, Portugal, one of the world’s most renowned makers of first rate port, makes a big beautiful ruby-colored splash into [...]

Celebrity Chef Todd English has introduced the GreenPan, a new stainless steel 11” fry pan with glass lid. The functionality and ease of the GreenPan makes it ideal for any kitchen, allowing you to cook a variety of meats and vegetables.  Chef English’s GreenPan is covered with long-lasting Thermolon nonstick food release and an even-heating [...]

HealYourHunger.com invites you to be a part of a full day event focused on “Weight Loss from the Inside Out” on November 21, 2009 from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm at the Loew’s Hotel in Santa Monica.  Join 100 others excited about the MIND, BODY and SPIRIT approach to achieving healthy weight loss and learn [...]

“When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s Amore!”  You can easily imagine Dean Martin sitting down and enjoying a meal in the New York style Vittorio’s Ristorante in Pacific Palisades.  In the sea of trendy restaurants in Los Angeles, a quarter of a century old Vittorio’s is a respite to New [...]

The coveted Original Long Beach Lobster Festival will be gracing the city of Long Beach once again during a super tasty weekend extravaganza starting on Friday, September 11th and ending on Sunday, September 13th. This special event specifically catering to seafood lovers will take place at the charming Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach and will [...]

Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau presents their premier event for the South Bay, the annual “14th Annual Dive N’ Surf Redondo Beach Lobster Festival”, where 12,000  lobster lovers converge to California’s Pacific Shores for a Rock n’ Lobster weekend of “Music, Food, Fun and Sun” highlighting Dive N’ Surf Beachwear, Body Glove [...]

Milk Studios in Hollywood played host to the opening event for SVEDKA Adult Playground 2033. SVEDKA Vodka (www.svedka.com) collaborated with Brent Bolthouse, founder of Bolthouse Productions to produce the first in a series of events that convey a vision of what nightlife could be like in 2033. A trendsetting LA event producer, Bolthouse lent his [...]

Nespresso (www.nespresso.com), the leading innovator in luxury-portioned espresso introduced Nespresso CitiZ, a new line of espresso machines that bring an urban sensibility to your kitchen while offering high quality espresso with the touch of a button. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re paying 5 bucks a cup to stand in a line, you’re undoubtedly ready [...]

In a city where long term relationships are hard to come by, the American Wine & Food Festival returns for its 27th year from October 2-4. Tickets are now on sale for the annual event, hosted by the Puck-Lazaroff Charitable Foundation and benefiting Los Angeles chapters of Meals on Wheals, which features world-renowned chefs, vintners [...]

What better way to celebrate The Style Network’s newest stars than having Chef Rocco Di Spirito makeover their dining experience with Bertolli Frozen Meals? Bill Rancic and wife Giuliana DePandi Rancic, whose show “Giuliana & Bill” launches August 5th, celebrated with Chef Rocco at the Bertolli Frozen Meals Malibu Beach House with a meal that [...]

If you’re in LA, you don’t need an iPhone App or a Nelly song to tell you “It’s getting hot in here”. So while you may not be in a position to “take off all your clothes” you can still cool down with summer coconut treats Coconut Pinkberry, Vita Coco and Dark Chocolate Coconut Fruit [...]

In recent years, coconut water has made its way onto the health scene as a natural alternative to the sugary sports drink. As LA’s the Place searched for the perfect specimen in this latest nutritional craze, we came across “C2o pure coconut water” and were immediately impressed. “A Naturally Smarter Choice” as its motto states, [...]

After successfully collaborating in Las Vegas, Chef Kerry Simon and business partner Elizabeth Blau entered the Los Angeles market with the opening of Simon LA in 2006. If we want to understand Kerry Simon this is where to start. Tucked away inside Sofitel LA, a French and Hollywood-inspired hotel that anchors the majestic skyline of [...]

If you’ve ever needed a reason to support free trade, Prowood Wine & Spirits will pour you one in a glass. Prowood Wine & Spirits (PWS) is an exclusive beverage importer that distributes the highest quality brands through the US, Mexico and Canada. Prowood launched in 2003 and quickly became one of America’s top importers and [...]

The stars came out last night to celebrate the launch of the new Three Olives Vodka flavor Bubble.  Kim Kardashian hosted the event and Erin Lucas of MTV’s The City was on-hand as the celebrity mixologist.  Other attendees included Khloe Kardashian, Lance Bass, Jill Zarin (Real Housewives of New York City), Kelly Bensimon (Real Housewives of [...]

Want to escape to the south of France this summer but the economic situation had put a squeeze on your plans? No worries. Maison 140 Hotel and Bar Noir in Beverly Hills has the perfect solution to your Francophile yearnings with no passport necessary and even better, no parking hassles either. A Rosé by Any [...]

Madera is known among the locals as the Southern gateway to Yosemite. It’s a relative unknown to many, though wineries in Madera have been producing since the late 1930s. Madera is an easy stop along the way to Yosemite or Tahoe, and perfect for an enjoyable, relaxed, and casual day, or days, of wine tasting. [...]

Whether they’re soft, hard, freshly baked, packaged, or filled with chocolate chips and nuts, everyone loves to munch on cookies. However, because of various food allergens, not everyone is able to enjoy these tasty treats that bring such delicious pleasure. This is where HomeFree Cookies, a new brand of organic, ready-to-eat, whole grain cookies that [...]

This past Sunday, June 16th, Angelinos delighted in the 21st Annual Share Our Strength’s “Taste of the Nation” Festival. L.A.’s hottest chefs and restaurants were all there, united by their passion for flavorful food and helping hungry children. Taste of the Nation Los Angeles is dedicated to raising critical and much needed funds to support [...]

Summer’s in and apparently so is Pinkberry. The frozen yogurt conglomerate has become all the rage and everyone just can’t get enough of these frozen delights. As if things couldn’t get any better, this summer Pinkberry is introducing two exclusive, new scrumptious treats: Bing Cherries and the Pinkberry Fruit Parfait. This summer, Pinkberry is determined [...]

It’s always fun to indulge in some of your favorite foods and completely submit yourself to the overpowering, delicious flavors joyously assaulting your taste buds. But what’s even more enjoyable, not to mention rewarding, is when you can participate in a cause that will aid hungry children at the same time. When you attend the 21st Annual [...]

Ever need your faith in humanity restored after slogging through the trenches of city life? LA’s the Place highlights a morale boosting get-away in a land not too far off with clean air, great eats and people so nice you’d think you’ve landed in an episode of Twilight Zone. A mere three and half hour [...]

Wines, bourbon, sake, artisinal spirits, and unique beers will set the tone for Los Angeles’ largest wine festival, returning to the Southland June 6th and 7th, and featuring over 100 wineries and craft beers. This year’s LA WineFest is also proud to support the Children’s Tumor Foundation, Wildwoods Foundation, and the Hollywood YMCA. A Full [...]

With today’s busy schedules it’s hard to make sure we eat the right combination of fruits and vegetables to keep us going. Vemma® comes to the rescue, with its powerful, good-tasting liquid nutrition. Their healthy blend provides the necessary formulation your body needs with its blend of 12 full-spectrum vitamins, 65 minerals, rare Mangosteen fruit [...]

To celebrate Kathy Griffin hosting the 2nd Annual A-List Awards, Bertolli hosted an exclusive “A-List” Night-In event. Held in a loft  in Tribeca (New York City), Chef Rocco DiSpirito whipped up an amazing menu for Kathy and friends.

Three times the charm, Chaya now has a culinary love triangle of restaurants to satisfy wherever you may be in Los Angeles. Chaya Downtown, nestled among highrises, opened Monday, March 16th 2009. It offers the same Euro-Asian menu and festive cocktails as the other two yet it possesses something so exciting that Angelenos will come [...]

With 16 original margaritas, tantalizing Mexican cuisine, and views of the beautiful beachgoers in stunning downtown Manhattan Beach, Michael Zislis’ Mucho Ultima Mexicana Restaurant is mucho fun! Whether you want a refreshing break from the salt and sun of the beach on a lazy Sunday or you want an exciting weekend party scene, Mucho delivers.  [...]

Feeling the crunch of the economy but still want to treat yourself to a fine dining experience? ONE Sunset has the perfect solution.  Maximize the senses without maxing the credit card at ONE Sunset’s  “ONE of Almost Everything” tasting menu every Tuesday night. For only $45 per person on Tuesday Tasting night, satisfy your cravings [...]

The Sunset Strip welcomed a hot new restaurant called TONY’S and celebs flocked for the grand opening – not just to enjoy the delectable Italian cuisine but to raise funds for the amazing non-profit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Maria Menounos and her foundation, “Take Action Hollywood” hosted the evening and received an honor from Childrens [...]

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Idea! Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching, lovers are scampering to decide “what would my loved one really like?” That is where Christopher Michael Chocolates comes in. In the heart of Newport Beach, California, Christopher Michael Chocolates is definitely not your ordinary box of chocolates. These handmade chocolates not only tantalize [...]

Are you looking for great Cuban Food Restaurant in the South Bay? Havana Mania in Redondo Beach has it! Redondo Beach restaurant Havana Mania has the best Cuban food in the South Bay. With over thirty years of tradition, the Luis Montesdeoca family continues on his family’s legacy by providing the most authentic Cuban Food [...]

Valentine’s Day is usually a day reserved for all infatuated, smitten, and lovesick couples that flock by the hundreds to all the romantic and dimly lit restaurants where they can enjoy a few unnoticed smooches in peace. Unfortunately, where there are couples, there are also singles who no doubt get increasingly sickened by all the [...]

Sometimes food and love can be intertwined in the strangest ways. There may be a food that you absolutely love or perhaps you first fell in love with your spouse or significant other while sharing a yummy apple pie a la mode. This year, Whist, the luxury restaurant located inside of the grandiose Viceroy Santa [...]

The famous Mondrian Hotel on the Sunset Strip’s restaurant, Asia de Cuba, offers a sexy way to spend Valentine’s Day. Couple a quintessential atmosphere with inventive cocktails, and an eclectic cross-cultural cuisine, you can ensure a saucy, special and fun experience, either with a date or your with your BFF. You can dine early or [...]

Boule, a modern chocolate patisserie collaborated with Anheuser Busch to create a chocolate and beer-paired event. Those with sophisticated palettes were able to appreciate not only good beer, but chocolates that looked more like edible art than food. Boule’s chocolatier worked alongside a team from Anheuser Busch to create 5 unique pairs of chocolate and [...]

The Los Angeles “Innaugural Go Green Expo”, the country’s foremost interactive and proactive eco-concerned “living-green” showcase presented by Perf Go Green, is officially set to open to the public at The Los Angeles Convention Center January 23-25, 2009 with fabulous, world-renowned “New York Times” bestselling authors Julie Edelman (The Accidental Housewife), the “in-the-know”, humorous, and [...]

American Blast is the newest energy drink on the scene bringing not only long lasting vitality without any of the competitors’negative side effects but health benefits as well.  Robyn Russo, owner of American Blast, explains, "Most of our competitor’s energy drinks are simply loaded with calories, carbohydrates, sugar and sodium using the reaction to these [...]

New Year’s Eve 2008 in Los Angeles is going to be the best yet, with hot parties and celebrations all over town. How are you going to decide where to go? Here’s some choices to help with your delightful dilemma. And, please, don’t drink and drive! Happy New Year!

Metropolitan Gifts will customize each arrangement, providing distinctive gifts for each of your intended recipients. Metropolitan Gifts has designed brand new arrangements in the past for companies such as Toyota and Ritz Carlton, as well as the Emmy gift suites and Oscar winners. All of Metropolitan Gifts come in recyclable or reusable packaging, and their [...]

Flappers, suspenders, jazz music, and romance—The Edison, downtown LA’s nostalgic lounge, is a blast-from-the-past into the 1920′s. Focusing specifically on the prohibition era, The Edison blends history, art, and science into a unique speakeasy, alive with culture, cocktails, and good company. Last Friday, December 5th, The Edison debuted their new Barrel of Bathched Woodford Reserve [...]

If the thought of even more land-lubbing poultry is unappealing, maybe it’s time you head for the sea. Bluewater Grill’s Southern California locations are offering seasonal cheer with some special good tidings. The fresh twist on holiday dining includes a limited-time yuletide cocktail, a seasonably favorite holiday meal, and a money-saving shopper’s special. Bringing the [...]

The newest and most luxurious gem of the desert, the luxe Palazzo Las Vegas, counts Restaurant Charlie, helmed by the iconic Chef Charlie Trotter, as one of its premier destination restaurants. Charlie Trotter , best known for his nationally aired, award winning PBS cooking series, “The Kitchen Sessions with Charlie Trotter”, is recognized as one of the world’s most noteworthy [...]

On a Hollywood landmark rooftop under a balmy evening sky, stars lit up the night as the ultra-premium vodka, Ultimat, was welcomed into The Patron Spirits Company family. Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein, back in business after his fiery plane crash in September, spun tunes as celebrity guests dined on delicious hors d’oeuvres, mingled and danced [...]

Ever hunger to experience authentic exotic tastes sans the imminent jet-lag that goes along with leaving the country? NINETHIRTY at the W Los Angeles- Westwood Hotel present a fusion of international cuisine that takes you or, rather, your palette to places all over the world. While the hotel broods the Los Angeles sleek and uber [...]

You can’t read a magazine or watch a half an hour of T.V. without someone trying to sell the best new diet. But what if instead of selling temporary fixes, someone introduced a way to incorporate healthy eating as a way of life? As one of the newest trend setters in educated grocery shopping, LABELWATCH.com [...]

Rose’s Cocktail Infusions, the official bar sponsor for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios, delightfully provided guests of the elite fashion summit with super tasty and refreshing cocktail mixers during the Los Angeles Spring 2009 Show. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is one of the largest trend-inspiring events that annually graces the City of Angels, faithfully drawing hundreds [...]

From gourmet food sampling, wine tastings, to celebrity chef demonstrations, LA Magazine’s The Food Event is the location for all foodies, gourmands, wine lovers, home chefs, and anyone who has a palate to please. On Sunday, October 26th, the culinary extravaganza will take place at Saddlerock Ranch in the Malibu Hills. Attendees will have a [...]

On Friday night , the two-time FIFA World Cup Brazilian soccer captain, Cafu, was hanging out with a group of guys and drinking Hennessy, at the trendy lounge in NYC, Catch-22.  Cafu came in with 8 handsome male friends and sat in the back right corner on the ground floor for the majority of the [...]

  The culinary event of the year is once again hitting Los Angeles! Combining world renowned chefs, mouth watering food and drink, sensational entertainment and of course a good cause, Wolfgang Puck’s 26th Anniversary American Wine & Food Festival will begin on September 26th and feature three amazing celebrity-infused events to benefit the Los Angeles [...]

The bell rings. Patrons clap and cheer…it’s time to eat. At Lizarran Tapas Restaurant in Fullerton, eating is designed to be fun. Some of the fun comes in the form of food on a toothpick (pintxos). Some of it arrives tapas-style on small hors d’oeuvres plates. Guests are encouraged to talk, mingle, share food and [...]

The revitalization of Hollywood continues as Hush Lounge, a new supper club in a former speakeasy on the corner of Hollywood and Hudson, opened on August 8th. Hush Lounge is a lush phalanx of rooms that combines the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age with contemporary touches. A tasting event was held on August 7th to [...]

Formerly known as Corsa Cucina, the Italian eatery Stratta has opened in the Wynn Las Vegas. Offering a casual, yet electric atmosphere, Stratta is the latest premier restaurant offering by famed chef Alessandro Stratta. Coming to the Wynn Las Vegas (where Alessandro is also the executive chef of their 5-star restaurant Alex) from Renoir at the [...]

The Santa Monica Beach will be the setting for the L.A. BBQ Festival on September 13th and 14th, as top pitmasters from around the country will showcase the best BBQ. 20,000 BBQ lovers from San Diego to Santa Barbara are expected for this one-of-a-kind BBQ extravaganza featuring the country’s top pit masters from Texas, Missouri, North [...]

A special evening showcasing the delights of cultivated wild mushrooms was presented at One Sunset restaurant in West Hollywood on July 9. The event was held in conjunction with San Diego County’s Golden Gourmet Mushrooms. The intent of the evening was to present four uncommon mushroom varieties by showcasing them in different gourmet dishes. The [...]

by August McLaughlin So you’ve decided to take spectacular care of yourself this summer. You peruse the aisles at Walgreens for the best sunscreen; one that will allow for optimal coverage, that won’t wash away in sweat or water; one that doesn’t contain pore-clogging oils. Yes, you think to yourself, this year your health ranks [...]

Dan Silberstin’s Drink:Eat:Play, Cosmo Deck, Fiji Water and K and L Wine Merchant team up for the most lavish children’s party of the year, “The Gourmet 5 Year Old Party”, hosted at Boulevard 3 in Hollywood. The event featured over a dozen delicious reasons why being a kid is so much fun. A mixture of [...]

Courvoisier, the Cognac of French legend Napoleon, is on a national and then worldwide tour that started in Downtown Los Angeles. Hosted at the prestigious Palm Restaurant and featuring Brand Ambassador Pierre Szersnovicz and Napoleon curator MaryAnna Murphy.  Courvoisier hosted the event, with Ana Jovancicevi of Handcrafted PR handling the situation, in a posh private [...]

One of the most talented and innovative choreographers in the business, Shane Sparks celebrated his birthday a bit more low key than has been tradition in Hollywood. Sparks held his birthday bash at the Falcon Restaurant situated on Los Angeles’ historic Sunset Boulevard. 

If you’re looking for a pristine escape from the Los Angeles crush, look no further than the transformative Falcon Restaurant. LAsThePlace.com discovered this little gem tucked away in Hollywood on Sunset Blvd. Walking into the Falcon “Lair”, you feel as if you are transported to another space and time. Chic, pristine and comfortable, the atmosphere and service [...]

On May 30, 2008, The Avenues of Art & Design in conjunction with Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood,CA presented Tables of Ten: Dining for a Cause hosting a dynamic culinary arts and design event. Gathering for one special night, these world-renowned designers, showrooms, restaurateurs and chefs united to create a unique dining experience where [...]

On May 22nd, Wine and Spirits Magazine hosted their “Hot Picks” wine-tasting event at Culver City’s MODAA Gallery featuring popular restaurants including Katana, Osteria Mozza and La Brea Bakery. Proceeds from the event benefit the Surfrider Foundation. Something wonderful has been happening in Los Angeles recently. Wine bars are popping up everywhere. And they’re hits. [...]

Chefs & ChampagneSM party in the Hamptons, hosted by the James Beard Foundation, has been a nearly 20 year tradition, though the party moved west this year. For the first time ever, The James Beard Foundation hosted the annual fundraiser on Melrose Place on May 4th, combining – and celebrating – the worlds of cuisine [...]

The Avenues of Art & Design at the Pacific Design Center will be hosting a dynamic culinary arts and design event on Friday May 30, 2008, with proceeds benefiting Inner-City Arts. Tables of Ten: Dining for a Cause will bring world-renowned restauranteurs, chefs, designers and showrooms together at the outdoor plaza of the Pacific Design [...]

On Thursday, May 22, 2008, Wine & Spirits Magazine will showcase their critics’ favorite wines of the world. Southern California’s up-and-coming wine pro’s and local restaurants provide bites and pours while featuring local, young wine professionals and restaurants in the two-city tasting event Hot Picks.    Save water.  Drink wine. LA Hot Picks is designed [...]

On Thursday April 24, West Hollywood Hot Spot The One Groups Coco Deville hosted the Izze de Ville reception as a first look into the highly anticipated Izze de Ville cocktail. Lights were dim and colors filled the air. The music pumped, and dancing bodies twisted and swayed. Beautiful women flocked through the area and [...]

Just north of Santa Barbara on the coast of the Pacific Ocean, lies the appropriately named town of Summerland. In that town, Summerland Winery produces a vastly diverse range of premium wines focusing on the rich vineyard resources available to them, which stretch from Santa Barbara to Monterey. Founded in 2002 by Nebil Zarif, Summerland [...]

How much does a couple bottles of sake and some good sushi cost you?  What if I told you I went to an all-you-can-eat, all-you-can-drink event last night where I partook of the best sushi in town and 20 of the best sakes in the world continuously over the course of four hours for $35? [...]

Everyone is understanding the importance of "superfoods". From blueberries, to red wine, to dark, leafy greens, California is queen in providing the freshest, nutritious foods that help make our lives so full. In LA, we especially care about treating our bodies right, and it’s a well known fact that most Americans (90%) do not get [...]

The first new eatery to open at the Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas in five years, AGO Restaurant held a lavish grand opening on March 3rd. Hosted by executive chef and restaurant namesake, Agostino Sciandri and his famous partner, actor Robert De Niro, AGO welcomed a star-studded guest list. Recognized for popularizing the Northern [...]

Changing with the times, while staying true to their roots, Mirabelle on Sunset has remained a West Hollywood staple since 1971. Family owned and operated from day one, Mirabelle offers their customers an American Bistro menu, infused with a West Coast twist.  By focusing on tasty fresh ingredients served in a comfortable atmosphere, George and [...]

Tokyo Table (www.tokyotable.com), is a contemporary Japanese restaurant on Restaurant Row in Beverly Hills. This is a one time only opportunity to experience their upcoming event "Sake Nights". This is not to be missed! They are presenting two Sake Nights, one on March 20th and one on April 17th, both Thursday nights. It will be really fun [...]

Chef Scott Garrett brings his special brand of adventurous cuisine to the Avalon’s blue on blue restaurant. Experimenting with California’s organic and artisanal ingredients, Garret adds an extra jolt by mixing them with spices from around the world. Combining colors and textures to create eye-popping presentations, Garret takes a playful, yet knowledgeable approach to his [...]

The Malibu Civic Center is the new location for the 2008 Malibu Wine Classic, which will take place Saturday, April 5, 2008.  It will feature over 60 wineries and several dozen leading Malibu and Los Angeles restaurants such as Water Grill, JerNe, Allegria, Geoffrey’s, Casa Escobar, Michael’s, Il Grano and many more The Wine Classic showcases [...]

The 3rd annual LA Wine Fest is coming to Raleigh Studios on July 12 and 13th. With two days of fabulous wine tastings and speakers, this event is already receiving an overwhelming response, so you’ll want to get your application forms in as soon as possible to reserve your tables and sponsorships. A special program [...]

Next time out in Hollywood, if you’re in the mood for a refreshing, new cocktail, put down your boring Vodka & Soda and order up an IZZE WASSER – the latest IZZE Cocktail collaboration between master mixologist Michael Rubenstone and IZZE Sparkling Juice Co.   The inspiration for this innovative cocktail, renowned celebrity lawyer Laura Wasser, [...]

Orange County has come to be known for its plastic-is-fantastic ladies who lunch, but the crowd in the “American Riviera” is good at giving back too. At the Festival of Children Foundation’s Festival of Children™ benefit event last week, over $6000 was raised for the foundation. This non-profit’s mission is to offer support services and [...]

Michelle Weinstein, President of Optimal Nutrition Inc. bestows a customized door-to-door organic meal service that encourages a conveniently healthy and organic lifestyle for the busy professional, the super star celebrity, athlete and the average family. What is setting Optimal Nutrition Inc apart from all other health food regimes are their efforts to promote a healthy [...]

Eating healthy can be the best spice you add to your life and your meals with d’Oni specialty sauces. Made with the finest natural ingredients, d’Oni condiments are not only good for you, but the delectably irresistible blends are as exotic as they are fun. Packed with personality, these sauces can turn an average grill [...]

Bubbles flavored the good times as hip 20-something’s moved to the beat and mingled at the W Hotel’s Whiskey Blue in Westwood. What brought on this occasion? Piper-Heidsieck and Viktor &Rolf have unofficially launched the LA fashion week by introducing the world’s first-ever upside down champagne bottle. “Champagne is the glamour drink, par excellence. It’s [...]

Belvedere Vodka is helping writers, actors and directors celebrate each other’s accomplishments and successes with signature cocktails for the Academy Awards. The Belvedere Luxury Lounge at the Four Seasons celebrated the Oscars on Friday and Saturday with a gift suite before Sunday’s big show.  Celebs were able to relax in Belvedere’s luxurious setting while receiving [...]

To honor Grammy nominees this year, ‘Green With Music’ offered the first, all-green gifting retreat. The suite was hosted in the modern eco-luxury of The South Collection. This downtown location can not only boast sustainable design, advanced architecture, and endless views, but it is also the only all green-eco-chic high rise development in LA.  Grammy [...]

Whiskey Blue at W Los Angeles is becoming the premier destination in Hollywood for L.A.’s “IT” crowd.  With its provocative design and charged ambiance, the W is able to host a range of ultra-chic events such as Stephen Colletti’s 22nd B-day party at the launch of Vinyl Vixen Thursdays at Whiskey Blue and Rebecca Mader’s celebration of [...]

For a unique Valentine’s experience, enjoy “Japanese soul food” at Tokyo Table Restaurant and Bar on Restaurant Row in Beverly Hills. The $90 Valentine’s Day menu, called “From Tokyo With Love,” features a live jazz band in addition to the custom five-course meal, as well as one of L.A.’s largest selections of sake picked by [...]

Bringing New York sensibilities to Los Angeles, ONE Sunset makes its mark in West Hollywood. As the sister restaurant to ONE Manhattan in, you guessed it, New York, this Sunset Strip eatery offers up New American cuisine amidst its sultry lounge with Spanish and North African inspired designs.   Concept  ONE Sunset was designed by [...]

Hope Wine, a product line consisting of coastal California Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, which are all produced and bottled in Sonoma County, has donated $10,000 in cash and over $30,000 in wine to charities in its first year. Eight young professionals, all under the age of thirty, came together to create and establish this [...]

The specialty wine retailer Vino 100 has recently opened at the Hollywood & Highland complex. Offering more than 100 wines priced at $25 and under, Vino 100 makes it easy for their customers to understand which wines are best suited for them. Just in time to make your Valentine’s Day gift buying decisions easier, Vino [...]

Valentine’s Day is all about romance and Moet & Chandon is doing their part to keep that tradition going by giving you the perfect gift idea. With their Bubbles of Seduction Gift Pack, this champagne giant wants to make sure lovers everywhere enjoy Valentine’s Day to the fullest. Filled with enticing gifts, this specially selected [...]

If you’re looking for Valentine’s Day ideas to spice up your love life this year, look no further than the W Hotel. With their Feel the Wuv package, the W LA invites you  to enjoy their special offerings at the NINETHIRTY Restaurant and Whiskey Blue Lounge,  as well as partake in a little Sex in [...]

Amaranta Cocina Mexicana’s Dia de San Valentin If you’re sticking close to home for Valentine’s Day, make a reservation at Amaranta Cocina Mexicana. This authentic Mexican eatery, located in the Westfield Topanga Shopping Center is preparing for their romantic three-course prix-fixe dinner, prepared by Executive Chef Sarah Rocio Gomez, from 5:00 p.m. – 10 p.m. [...]

Fresh Dining – a daily purveyor of calorie-controlled and healthy gourmet meals – and Blue Clay Fitness have teamed up to make it easier for new moms to get back into shape after giving birth. The landmark Fresh Mommy program will combine an organic gourmet meal delivery program with world class fitness training to restore [...]

If you’re looking for an innovative evening filled with culinary treats, inspired sake and spirits, set in an environment, surrounded by architectural wonders and hip international urbanites, then head downtown to LA’s Bank District. There’s plenty on the plate, on pour and in the room, sure to sate any appetite.   As an East Coaster, [...]

As the star of the second series of “The Bachelorette” on ABC, Meredith Phillips is certainly no stranger to the dating world. And as a professionally trained chef, she’s certainly no stranger to the cooking world, either. Intertwining her lifelong love of cooking and her expertise on relationships, Phillips takes you through 25 different three-course [...]

Learn to prepare a romantic meal from Executive Chef Warren Schwartz of Whist at his special couples cooking class on January 30. The hands-on class is open to the public as well as to hotel guests, and includes tips on cooking and presentation, recipes for making an incredible Valentine’s Day meal at home, and suggestions [...]

There are a slew of Mexican restaurants in the greater Los Angeles area, but if you want truly authentic Mexican cuisine, head to Amaranta in Canoga Park. Instead of Americanizing their menu, like so many other Mexican restaurants do, Amaranta offers traditional dishes that reflect the many diverse regions of Mexico.  Combining ingredients, textures, aromas [...]

Go on a whirlwind adventure right in your own home with Lupicia Teas. Specializing in teas from around the world, each Lupicia teabag is a passport to flavor, quality and wellness. From India to China, Japan and Africa, the global sensation is not your grandmother’s tea anymore.  The ambassador of beverages, tea has come a [...]

The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family and indulge in great food and drinks.  But making all the meals and mixing all the cocktails can take a lot out of you! So why not let someone else deal with all the hassle, and you just sit back and relax. When making [...]

Christmas is just around the corner and if you’re like most people, you haven’t a clue what to get the people in your life.  The holiday season should be filled with friends, family, food and fun – not stress over buying the perfect gift.   We at LA’s the Place have come up with many [...]

Pristine red carpeting lined with velvet ropes paved the way to the huge glass doors of the House of Hennessy. The two story mansion tucked away in Beverly Hills stretched along L.A.’s famed Mulholland Drive was the host of the Hennessy: Flaunt Your Taste party.   The Entrance Above the entrance, a drive-in movie affect [...]

As if it’s not hard enough not to overeat on Thanksgiving. Now that I’m privy to a top chef’s secrets on how to make the day’s food even more irresistible, I’m surely doomed. Lucky for me and my waistline, the holiday only comes once a year. Whist Restaurant at the Viceroy hotel in Santa Monica [...]

Winner of the 2007 World Beverage Congress’ Best Health Initiative award, FRS energy drinks  are a healthier and tastier way to get an extra boost.  With their patented formula of beneficial antioxidants and vitamins, FRS delivers a smarter, smoother and longer energy lift.   FRS’ Natural Ingredients Standing for Free Radical Scavenger, FRS contains 100% [...]

Diners at the West Hollywood hotspot Mirabelle were in for a treat Tuesday night when Britney Spears showed up with her assistant/cousin Alli Sims, friend/manager Sam Luftus as well as another gal-pal. The outing occurred hours after Britney returned her kids- whom she spent the afternoon with- to ex-husband Kevin Federline. The pop star, who [...]

The Concept They’re rich, colorful and sinfully delicious! Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Anyone who calls herself French would have grown up with them. They’re available at a few select cities all over the world. And now they’re available to all Angelenos in a Beverly Hills store named Paulette. I’m talking about Parisian macarons.   [...]

"It’s not a drink. It’s an experience." Words Ecstasy Brand lived up to greatly Monday evening at the enchanting One Sunset, as they offered their unique Spirit for tasting. Guests were warmly met by Julie Goodson, Account Coordinator of Platform Media Group, and escorted through the amazing candle lit and long stem rose décor by [...]

When you already are renowned as one of the foremost sparkling winemakers in the country, how do you celebrate the launch of a new sparkling wine? If you’re Eileen Crane – president and winemaker of Domaine Carneros – you introduce your wine in style, embarking on an Epicurean tour throughout Hollywood’s most popular hotspots to [...]

All too often you go out to a restaurant only to have an average experience. You may have a decent meal, but nothing stands out about it, leaving you with no lasting impression. Granville Café is definitely not that place.  After experiencing what this eatery had to offer, I left excited that I found a [...]

Celebrities and other VIPs from around the world flocked to The New York Public Library on Friday, September 28th, for the international release of Chivas Regal 25-Year-Old Scotch Whisky. Though originally released in 1909, creating global demand and being sought after by the finest restaurants, nightclubs and cruise lines, this luxury Scotch has not been [...]

by August Johnson, CN  If anyone knows the term "sweet tooth," it is me.  As a child I once went trick-o-treating on a hot July afternoon, deducing that going door-to-door in out-of-season costume was well worth the possibility of a confectionary bite.   We eat sugar and its manifestations because it tastes good, it is convenient [...]

Molly Sims, Kathy Griffin, Randy Jackson, Carrie Ann Inabba and Greg Grunberg. They’re just a few of the celebrities using The Magic Bullet, the world’s best selling blender. Perhaps its popularity can be attributed to the fact that this compact item takes up so little space yet is perfect for multiple functions. Whether you need [...]

Are we really in Vegas? Trader Vic’s, the famed tropical island-themed dining and entertainment venue is now on the Las Vegas Strip. With over 15,000 sq. ft. for your enjoyment, the upscale restaurant, second-level plush ultralounge, and outdoor party patio appeals to everyone. Trader Vic’s Las Vegas dons a sleep contemporary design with backlit bamboo [...]

Conveniently located in the heart of Studio City, Lal Mirch or ‘red chili pepper’ in Hindi, is Zaman Jaman’s take on traditional Indian cuisine with a contemporary twist. Its cozy interior and warm tones make it the perfect setting for a quiet romantic dinner or a family get-together. Traditional Indian touches give it a rustic [...]

The 23rd Annual Natural Products Expo East drew in a larger crowd this year with over 25,000 attendees and 1,790 exhibits, making it east coast?s largest natural and organic products trade show and conference. Held in Baltimore, MD and produced by New Hope Natural Media, a division of Penton Media, Inc, the tradeshow ran from [...]

Downtown Burbank was bustling with activity on Thursday, September 27th from 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm. An estimated 1,500 patrons had gathered on San Fernando Valley between Magnolia & Orange Grove to taste the best of downtown Burbank. 30 restaurants and eateries offered a tasting of their lip-smacking food that was accompanied by foot-tapping live [...]

Celebrity Chef Jerome Brown has been a personal Chef to the stars for almost 20 years. His clientele consists of Master P, Colin Powell, Nancy Kerrigan, Priscilla Presley and Shaquille O’Neal. Chef Rome, as he’s known by, currently serves as personal chef to Clippers point guard, Brevin Knight, but Brevin is not Rome’s only client. [...]

Already popular among celebrities, Kate Somerville’s White Room hosted a spectacular gifting and services suite in honor of the 59th annual Emmy Awards. Catherine Bell, Sally Pressman, Kate Beckinsale, Kate Walsh, Felicity Huffman, Paris Hilton, Debra Messing, Joley Fisher, Robert Patrick, Simon Cowell, Terri Seymour and Kristen Bell were among some of the celebrities who [...]

For those of you who have mastered the art of wine tasting, there is a new gustatory challenge on the horizon. Tequila tasting. You might wonder – are there enough varieties of tequila to warrant developing one’s palate and cultivating snobbery around the beverage?  I’m here to tell you, there are. You might then wonder [...]

Hosted by co-founder Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Corolla, The San Gennaro Foundation will honor high profile Italian-Americans, Frankie Valli and John DeJoria at the Prima Notte Gala. This event will kick off The 6th Annual Precious Cheese Feast of San Gennaro and will take place on September 27th.  Featuring some of Los Angeles’ most prominent [...]

The Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau bring you the 12th annual Redondo Beach Festival. Kicking off September 21st, the festival features three days of live music, dancing, family fun activities as well as delectable food, namely fresh Maine Lobsters cooked by Bristol Farms in the World’s Largest Lobster Steamer after being flown [...]

If you’ve got a mind to open a bar somewhere, there are few places as inviting as L.A. The crowds are ample, the weather is great all year round, the women are gorgeous, and there are plenty of different scenes to tap into. But while it may be easy to get your place started, keeping [...]

Celebrate this Thanksgiving in style. Executive Chef Warren Schwartz will help you serve up a classy Thanksgiving meal with his quarterly cooking classes at Whist. He will be sharing trade secrets on preparing the perfect meals for upcoming holidays including Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day. Classes include tips on preparation, cooking and presentation of various dishes, [...]

The tastiest food. The hottest music. The coolest party. Everyone’s invited. Downtown Burbank will be the foodies’ dreamland on Thursday Sep 27 from 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm during the Taste of Burbank, 2007. Delicious bites from all over the world will be available at what is touted to be one of the biggest outdoor [...]

Over the Labor Day weekend, Stephen A. Wynn and nightclub operator Sean Christie opened the doors to Blush.  As the first boutique nightclub in Las Vegas, the Wynn hotelier teamed up with Christie to remodel the space formerly known as Lure.  Presenting the new and improved Blush, the two moguls offer up a nightclub with [...]

The crash of a perfect set of toppling pins will never sound as good as it does at Lucky Strike Lanes, newly arrived at the Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The latest addition to the Strip’s legendary nightlife options, Lucky Strike Lanes provides 10 lanes open to visitors of all ages, as well [...]

You may know that Brazil is famous for its contributions to music and fashion, but if the minds behind Pampas Brazilian Grille have their way, there’ll be a new culinary addition to that list: delicious spit-roasted meats. Now, the tradition created on Brazil’s high plains is ready for you to feast on when you come [...]

You’re in Las Vegas having the time of your life, but are craving deliciously authentic French food and the atmosphere of a real French Bistro. There probably aren’t very many places to go that will transport you back to the streets of France, both with a classically beautiful atmosphere and an exquisitely prepared French meal [...]

Tucked inside the opulent Wynn Las Vegas is Okada, all-star chef Masamichi ‘Masa’ Ishizawa’s elegant restaurant spotlighting contemporary Japanese and Asian-fusion cuisine. Step through Okada’s entrance gate of cherry blossom petals and proceed to an exotic garden and koi-filled ponds, and you’ll forget that you’re in the American West - but that’s only part of the [...]

In the heart of Vegas and at the end of the Fashion Show Mall lies RA Sushi.? Elegant, yet trendy, RA is where it’s at on Las Vegas Blvd.? With extremely reasonable prices and an incredible view of all the hustle and bustle on the strip, dining at RA makes for a perfect night out [...]

Ever wished you could voice your opinion- and actually have it count for something- on your favorite restaurant or club? Or perhaps express your discontent on the last hotel you stayed at or the last place you shopped that left you completely unsatisfied? If you have knowledge of the social scene in China, now is your [...]

Bright lights, casinos, entertainment, clubs…Las Vegas isn’t a city known for being boring or tame, yet Dick’s Last Resort at Excalibur Hotel and Casino is sure to give you a one-of-a-kind, outrageous, always entertaining dining experience. Don’t expect your average dining experience here. Servers play original loony, whacky characters, each with their own entertaining schtick, [...]

The Marcus Samuelsson event this past Tuesday, August 28 at the Starbucks Hollywood and Highland Complex was a complete success. The Hollywood and Highland location welcomed over 100 hundred people to watch Marcus cook Chocolate Pancakes w/Pineapple Cashew Salad and Beef Stir-fry w/Mango Couscous. To accompany the dishes, Andrew Linnemann provided a coffee pairing to [...]

The Beach on Sunset, the new restaurant/lounge, which celebrated it’s grand opening on the Sunset Strip on Wednesday night may prove to be Hollywood’s newest hotspot. The Sunset Strip has always been a popular choice for anyone looking for a night of dancing, drinking or enjoying live music, so it’s no surprise that film producer [...]

Looking for the perfect place to spend a weekend evening with friends on the Westside? Well, look no further because The V-Lounge, located on Wilshire Boulevard brings the nightlife experience to Santa Monica and the Westside. V-Lounge maintains a sleek and sophisticated atmosphere with a modern style interior using a grey and black color scheme. [...]

I?m originally from MN and one cold winter day several years ago I was perusing produce at the local grocery store.? My eyes were drawn to a display boasting luscious red tomatoes, round and plump and a shade of red that even fire engines could not aspire to.? As I reached for one, I mentioned [...]

The city of Los Angeles was a veritable who’s who of the culinary world.  On September 29th, the 25th Anniversary American Wine & Food Festival was held on the Universal Studios’ backlot from 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. Forty celebrity chefs and 70 wine and spirit merchants  participated. The event will benefited Los Angeles Meals on Wheels. The [...]

To help kick off the 25th American Wine & Food Festival, Wolfgang Puck will host Red Hot @ Red Seven on September 28th.  As LA’s latest hot spot, Puck’s newest eatery Red Seven is the perfect venue to celebrate a weekend dedicated to food. Hosted by Wolfgang Puck and Barbara Lazaroff, the evening will include [...]

You don’t have to go to Germany to celebrate Oktoberfest - just head over to Denver, Colorado, to drink up at the 26th Great American Beer Festival from October 11-13, 2007. This event is not only the country’s largest ticketed beer festival, it’s also the marquee competition for commercial beer brewers. Ask anyone who’s picked up [...]

In the heart of Beverly Hills lies Aqua Lounge, a place where the food, drink and music flow all night long.  From an intimate dining experience to special musical events, Aqua Lounge has it all. The 60 seat upscale restaurant offers a "Creative World Cuisine" which is comprised of international ingredients used in new and adventurous [...]

BALEENlosangeles is the latest addition to the waterfront dining scene in Southern California.? Located in The Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club in Redondo Beach, dining enthusiasts will not only enjoy an exquisite meal, but also delight in the spectacular marina that the restaurant overlooks.? Open since last March, the restaurant is just one of the [...]

The Zagat guide helped herald the restaurant revolution, with its user-submitted reviews and rating systems, but the gourmet experience is no longer restricted to those who eat out. Responding to consumer demand and other changes in the dining landscape, Zagat has created the New York City Gourmet Shopping & Entertaining 2008 guide, collecting ratings and [...]

Sunday’s are a day to kick back and relax. What better way to do that than by spending it poolside while watching your favorite movie and noshing on gourmet treats?� From now until the end of September, the W Los Angeles Hotel and The Hollywood Reporter will team up to show a variety of flicks [...]

Old Hollywood glamour reigned supreme at the Jeffrey R. Gund, InfoList.com, and the Australian Institute of Dramatic Arts (AIDA) party on Saturday, July 14th. Guests came dressed as their favorite classic Hollywood starlets while sipping cocktails and tasting appetizers at Memphis, the last-standing Victorian style mansion on Hollywood Blvd. The theme was solidified as party [...]

Losing weight can be a frustrating life-long battle for both men and women.? As there are countless programs, diets and pills out there, choosing the most effect and healthiest way to shed the pounds can be a difficult process.? That’s where Dr. Barry Sears comes in. As the creator of The Zone Diet, Dr. Sears [...]

The beautiful Portofino Hotel, tucked away on the private peninsula of Redondo Beach’s King Harbor is the only Los Angeles area property located directly on the Pacific Ocean. BALEENlosangeles, is their new, all-day dining restaurant that is offering a summer of wine-tasting events. Wine is the central theme of BALEENlosaangeles’ appealing new events, which are [...]

Having put on an amazing event in September 2006, world-renown wine expert Joel M. Fisher and award-winning sommelier Adam Leemon take LA WineFest 2007 afloat, aboard the historic Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA. The event will be held in the ship’s Grand Salon Ballroom. The festivities are scheduled to begin June 30, 2007, and [...]

An afternoon of premium French wine tasting will be held at Fred Segal Mauro Caf? on June 28th.? Guiding a select group of wine connoisseurs through the experience will be Comtesse Michele Elyzabeth and the Caf?’s very own sommelier Evelyne Joan, who will provide detailed descriptions of each selection.? The tasting will highlight eight imported [...]

You already know that as a general rule, white wine goes with chicken and red wine goes with steak.  But did you know that certain beers also have a time a place when it comes to food?  That’s the message Pilsner Urquell, a premium import from the Czech Republic, is trying to get out at [...]

eatz. at the desert restaurant inside of the ultra-sleek and modern Hotel Zoso in downtown Palm Springs mimics the aura and essence of its surroundings. Sleek, sharp and cool, "eatz. at the desert" could rival any of the rigorously contemporary dining hotspots in Vegas and Los Angeles in both its interior design and food-forward menu. [...]

Cookies have been the downfall for many dieters and others watching what they eat, but Liz Lovely wants to change that reputation of these delicious morsels. Based in the Green Mountains of Vermont, Liz Lovely applies the principals of small, artisan baking to the cookie business. Liz Lovely’s cookies are all made by hand in [...]

A dinner and movie is the classic date, and going to the ArcLight theatre in Hollywood is the place to catch a flick.  Now the two can be enjoyed in one spot as the American Bistro, Charcoal has just opened its doors right next to the popular theatre. Owners Adolfo Suaya and Michael Sutton bring [...]

Stone Fire Pizza Co. on L.A.’s Restaurant Row is the latest culinary expression of proprietor Greg Morris’s love of entertaining. Following ultra-successful ventures Belmont and the Spanish Kitchen, Stone Fire Pizza offers a variety of pizza styles in a sophisticated, upscale environment. Diners can choose from Naples’ thin-crust varieties, the delectable slices that come out of [...]

It was the perfect day for a crisp white wine. Or so I thought. As I drove through West Hollywood in the ninety degree heat I was looking forward to the tasting event at Fred Segel where I would sip on something light and crisp or perhaps smooth and dry. Though I don’t consider myself [...]

Celebrate Mother?s Day with The Patina Restaurant Group?of fine?dining establishments?all across the Los Angeles area ~ ? Mother?s Day Brunch Specials Sunday, May 13, 2007 ? www.patinagroup.com ? Pinot Bistro 12969 Ventura Blvd Studio City, CA Reservations?????????818 990 0500??????????? 11am-3pm | ? la carte dinner 5-9pm Adults $36.00 | Children under 12 $16.00 eat. on [...]

Let’s face it – this town can be a bit overwhelming sometimes. When it comes to nightlife, there’s no shortage of options out there for bar-hopping, club-crawling, live music, and of course, dining. With so many choices, it’s easy to become overstimulated, and there is perhaps no more stimulating slice of L.A. than the one-and-a-half [...]

At one time or another, all of us have struggled with what to eat when we get the urge to nosh.  Sometimes cravings can cause you to dive into a bag of chips or a vat of ice cream for satisfaction. Although it felt good at the time, an hour later you’re stuck facing the inevitable, [...]

Santa Monica is getting a new culinary hot spot as Abode Restaurant & Lounge is set to open later this month. General Partners and creators Anastasia Israel and Kelly Gleason have teamed up with Executive Chef Dominique Crenn to offer the beach community high-end artisanal, sustainable and seasonal cuisine.   Created by prominent L.A. design firm, Franklin [...]

Driving down Seward Street in Hollywood, one would not think to look for a hip L.A. eatery. However, once you pass all the post-production houses that fill the area, you’ll find Grub, a quaint creative little restaurant that is sure to fulfill any appetite. Offering their unique approach to the food industry, owners Betty Fraser [...]

With the latest additions to Swissrose International’s fondue line, planning a dinner party has never been easier. No more fussing over the menu or slaving over a hot stove–the newest extensions to Swissrose’s fondue offerings promise convenience, while retaining all the same delicious flavors the company is known for. Just set up your cheese or [...]

A great tasting, healthy alternative to soft drinks, TeaZazz Sparkling Tea is the perfect marriage of “better-for-you” tea with the sparkling fun of soda. Offering a diet-friendly 20-25 calories per serving, TeaZazz delivers the health benefits associated with antioxidants found in tea with exceptional taste that does not rely on the high fructose corn syrup [...]

Ocean & Vine, the chic restaurant and lounge at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel,  reintroduces their legendary champagne brunch buffet with a new twist.  At the exclusive  beachfront setting where the warmth of the coast meets the cool sophistication and style of a retro lounge, their delicious buffet will offer something to satisfy even the [...]

It’s Friday night at Tengu Santa Monica, LA’s latest trendy eatery, and I am arriving to have dinner for two with my significant other. The place is buzzing with hot young crowd, cocktails, hip DJ sounds, and mouth-watering aromas. An array of gorgeous people are surrounding the bar and the décor looks simply spectacular with [...]

Dr. Sears’s Zone Diet has simplified the quest for ideal health, body weight, and vitality for millions of followers, but even with this program, there’s room for improvement. ZoneChefs bridges the gap between the diet plan and the meals. ZoneChefs not only prepares healthy, delicious Zone Diet-approved meals, the service will deliver them daily to [...]

For centuries, potters in China’s Zhejiang province have labored to produce a fine porcelain, pale green in hue, meant to mimic the color of jade. The name that this porcelain came to be known by is celadon – but the origin of the name remains a mystery. Some say that the European traders who came [...]

If you think soy has to be a bland, colorless mass of processed vegetable matter, Crum Creek Mills wants you to think again. The company has a whole line of delicious soy snacks, pastas, and pancake and muffin mixes that are ready to enjoy or can be whipped up quickly to satisfy your taste buds [...]

How’s this for an auspicious start? Tao Las Vegas, located in the Venetian Resort – Hotel – Casino, kicked off its opening weekend with two huge celebrations. The first was Jermaine Dupri’s birthday party, graced by Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Usher, Nelly, and more celebrity friends. As if that weren’t enough, the festivities continued the [...]

LA’s first private power plant has been transformed into LA’s latest hotspot.  A sense of "industrial opulence" mixed with a trendy vibe, The Edison Bar offers the right mix for anyone looking for a great night out, whatever their style.  On February 9th, The Edison welcomed an invitation-only patronage for its grand opening.    While [...]

Trifecta Lounge kicked off its highly anticipated grand opening Wednesday night, entertaining over 200 guests who arrived in style on the red carpet around nine o’clock and satisfyingly departed a little past midnight. Cameras flickered and heads turned incessantly as one celebrity after another posed for pictures with guests, then squeezed into what is now [...]

It was a Saturday, my only real day of R & R, and the heavy downpour of rain did little to tarnish my goals of unlocking my culinary abilities this particular day. I still felt like a giddy school boy as I raced down the 405 to get to Chef Eric Crowley’s culinary class in [...]

Make Valentine’s Day special with delectable dinning at LA’s renowned Hamburger Hamlet.  From February 10th-14th, Hamburger Hamlet will be featuring a special Valentine’s Menu with delicious items ranging from Spice Crusted Ahi Tuna to NY Steak and Shrimp Scampi. The drinks are sure to please as well.  Hamlet will be serving up Veuv Cliqout Champagne [...]

Chef Tom Moloney and Aquaknox restaurant at the Venetian Hotel Resort Casino have achieved the seemingly impossible: They’ve brought fresh, delicious seafood to the desert. As its name suggests, Aquaknox specializes in creatures of the sea, and thanks to modern conveniences, Chef Moloney can take his pick of the freshest, highest-quality specimens from around the [...]

Do something different this year and customize your chocolate. Translucent Chocolates offers colorful chocolate or toffee covered nuts, fruits and seeds, all packaged in personalized clear sleek boxes. Colors and nut mixes can be customized to match the flavor of the event or season. If she loves fashion and chocolate, then these chocolates will satisfy [...]

If you’re brooding over this year’s initial "Hallmark Card Holiday", let me play the proverbial Cupid so that I may direct my arrows toward Santa Monica’s hottest beachfront getaway, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel. Sure, Valentine’s Day may be Shmalentine’s Day; perhaps it promotes intense feelings of melancholy among singles leading to a lonely Wednesday [...]

Studio City has a new culinary jewel in the form of Tommy Rays restaurant. Owner Tommy LeVasseur, a former San Diego Padre, held a soiree for the restaurant?s official opening party and more than 175 fans turned out to ?Party With Bacardi? Actor Ed Begley, Jr. and his wife, Rachelle Carson Begley, actors Peter Onorati, [...]

Going organic is on everyone’s mind, but it’s not always easy or affordable to track down every tiny ingredient in its organic form. In the past, organic goods have been the domain of the privileged and the gourmet, but J. R. Watkins wants to change that. The company’s Gourmet Pantry products are the first nationally [...]

Savory and succulent are two words to describe Kansas City Steak Company steaks. Mouthwatering and absolutely delicious are a few more. Maybe its because they use only the finest Western Kansas corn-fed beef. It could also be because the steaks are naturally aged a minimum of 14 days and hand trimmed. Whatever the reason, these [...]

At the beginning of a new year, many people focus their attention to their weight issues. In fact, it is America?s number one New Year?s resolution – to lose weight. And no wonder -obesity is up from 11.6% of the population in 1990 to nearly 25% today.?One would think with all the highly marketed??fad? diets [...]

A well known Mexican hotspot, The Spanish Kitchen, is located in Los Angeles’s most popular young Hollywood hang-out area. Surrounded by such nightlife trailblazers as Area and Privilege and so close to Sunset Boulevard it’s not surprising that The Spanish Kitchen is hip, upscale and filled with trendy young people. The architecture makes the restaurant [...]

Wolfgang Puck’s firm ties to California cuisine and Hollywood’s star-studded celebrity events would be enough for most chefs, but with Postrio, Puck and company show once again that they aren’t happy resting on past glories. Diners have been enjoying Postrio’s fine offerings in San Francisco for years, but visitors to the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino [...]

It’s no secret that Las Vegas has become one of the top destinations for great culinary experiences, but you don’t often hear about the huge range of choices the town offers. Certainly, the superstar chefs with their appropriately classical and refined restaurant are always an option in Las Vegas, but sometimes you want something a [...]

Plush Puffs Gourmet Marshmallows Plush Puffs All Natural Gourmet Marshmallows are the crème de la crème of marshmallows. Always homemade and intensely flavored, Chef Ann Hickey Williams has created the ultimate in confectionary delights. Plush Puffs are very versatile and can be used to make everything from Pumpkin Praline marshmallow nachos to Festive Marshmallow Fruit [...]

Look at the soda in your hand – what is it doing for you and your body? If you’re holding a typical soft drink, it’s filling you with empty calories, supplying a false boost of energy, and doesn’t even taste that good. Worse yet, you’re missing out an alternative beverage that can satisfy your thirst, [...]

CocoaBella Chocolates positions itself as a “chocolate lifestyle” store, offering hot chocolate, toffee, bonbons, baking chocolate, fondue sets, chocolate books, and everything in between – as long as it’s related to the enjoyment and consumption of chocolate. But the store is not only for people in it’s immediate vicinity. CocoaBella has an online store where [...]

For over 83 years El Cholo has been serving up authentic Mexican food in Los Angeles. And after all these years, the reasons why Angelenos keep returning time after time remain the same: quality and tradition. This true Los Angeles institution continues to produce green corn tamales straight from heaven and the best, strongest margaritas [...]

These days, New Zealand’s cinematic achievements and stellar environmental record are famous all over the world, but this nation’s breathtaking scenery nurtures even more gems: numerous wine-growing regions that are gaining in notoriety and reputation every day. Nobilo Winery, based in the North Island, has been at the forefront of the country’s thriving industry since [...]

Dining trends might get all the attention, but sometimes what you really want is a filling, well-executed meal without frills, all accompanied by the best service and prepared with the finest ingredients available, of course. Strangely, it’s not that easy to find such a spot these days, which is why the Palm Restaurant (with locations [...]

Give the gift that makes every foodie happy: gourmet food and wine! Whether as a hostess gift or as a holiday present, these gifts will delight every discerning palate. Clos Du Val Bring some holiday cheer with Clos Du Val elegant handcrafted wines. They feature several fine sets perfect for giving this winter season. Classic [...]

Want to try something different this holiday season? Try these delicious recipes from the kitchen of Red Bicyclette wineries. Along with each recipe is a complementary Red Bicyclette wine pairing, making at least one part of your holiday preparations a little easier. ? Starters: Butter Lettuce, Figs and Roquefort Salad Cold Tomato Soup French Onion [...]

In the United States, French cuisine equals haute cuisine, and this celebrated culinary tradition continues to find new masters and new fans. Among the premier purveyors of classic French cooking in this country is Bouchon, the creation of Thomas Keller, one of today’s most acclaimed chefs. Named after a specific style of cafe dining long [...]

Normally I don’t go downtown. Images of homeless people and empty streets with abandoned buildings come to mind, but I had heard a rumor that downtown has been going uptown over the past year or so and that it’s becoming the hottest of spots in L.A to hang out at. I met my friend Nick [...]

What do you get when you gather more than a dozen dazzling divas in a room? How about if you add a scrumptious gourmet menu and a stylish, fashionable purse filled with a bevy of goodies? No, not a knock-down-drag-out catfight worthy of a Daytime Emmy. Instead, you’ll witness good friends gathering for a glamorous [...]

The stylish came out to celebrate "Cocktail Chic" last week at Barbara Lockhart’s Colors on Bedford, An American Bistro in Beverly Hills. The cocktail party and social hour was a fete for the November issue of Los Angeles Magazine, who sponsored the event. Beverly Hills socialites and trendsetters sipped on cocktails from Pinky Vodka and [...]

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and you know what that means: holiday parties, get-togethers with family and friends, and remembering all that you?re thankful for. We have found some of the best ways to remind your loved ones how much they mean to you. Tell them ?Thanks? for all they do with these special [...]

Italian food is supplanting French cuisine as the most popular high-end dining choice in the States, thanks to its emphasis on fresh ingredients and uncluttered presentation. Adding his unique vision to the Italian fine dining experience is world-famous chef to the stars, Wolfgang Puck. Trattoria del Lupo at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in [...]

Oct. 16, 2006;? I told you I?d keep you posted on my Zone/Cederlane diet.? You are my very own online support group! But, this is not just for my own personal purposes. I very much want to share, in detail,?some powerful things I have discovered, that can maybe even save your life! Read my article [...]

The Zone Diet, the perfectly balanced?food plan that not only has proven success for weight loss but?for better health,?has teamed up with Cedarlane foods?to create Zone frozen meals. The meals, which include breakfasts, lunches,?and dinners,?tastes great and are all-natural! This makes adhering to this perfect diet plan convenient and easy. This is truly salvation for [...]

The LA Wine Fest showcased at the Vanguard Club on September 16th and 17th in Hollywood, California. This exclusive weekend exhibition was the premier wine tasting event of the year. As with most of the wine tasting events I have attended this year, I brought my good friend, and self-proclaimed sommelier, Paul Monroe. Paul was [...]

If the notorious Los Angeles design house “Chrome Hearts,” morphed into a restaurant, BlackSteel would be the result. As you valet you might be skeptical of “gritty Hollywood” flanking the space but force yourself to over look the up and coming location and allow the red velvet ropes to lead you inside. Instantly you?re immersed [...]

Sushi has become synonymous with hipster fashion. Here in LA you can?t go a week without seeing a celebrity step out of old-faithful Koi or new hotspot Katsuya. In Las Vegas, RA Sushi has brought the trendyness of sushi to the Strip. In a rich and vibrant setting, RA combines freshly prepared sushi and Japanese-fusion [...]

Even if you’re too young to remember the golden age of the soda fountain, you’re probably familiar with its charms and its legend. Back then, you could take a stool at the counter and order up a tall, fizzy soda. The fresh and refreshing drink bubbled up on your tongue, and because it was custom [...]

It wasn’t too long ago when the idea of buying bottled water sounded like a joke or a silly indulgence exclusive to yuppies. But what once was trendy is now common, and consumers of all persuasions stock up on bottled drinks as readily as they pick up boxes of breakfast cereal. In the process, they [...]

It’s based out of a condo in San Francisco, it delivers delicious wine at amazing prices, it’s won loads of critical acclaim, it’s a brilliant idea that no one else has thought of, and it doesn’t own a single vineyard or ferment a drop of wine – which part of the Cameron Hughes Wine story [...]

Though the names and rules may change, all fad diets share one characteristic: they fail to address basic nutritional needs, thus leaving you worse off than before. Anyone looking for a true alternative will have to make a long-term commitment to health, one that doesn’t promise instant results. That breakthrough may involve the raw food [...]

I have always had a curious love affair with the south. Genteel, graceful, tranquil, sultry, all describe the nation’s belle?s charms. When wandering through her ante-bellum neighborhoods or cruising through her cities flowering with urban renewal I often wonder how an entire region has perfected the artful form of repose so many Angelino’s often dream [...]

Las Vegas was transported to LaLa Land on August 26 for a little sinful indulgence in the City of Angels. Halos were left at home as guests poured into Barker Hanger at the Santa Monica Airport for Eat:Drink:Play’s "Vegas in LA",  a celebration of food, wine and gambling for a cause. Barker Hangar became a [...]

Cooking and fine dining have hit the big time, and the proof is in the pudding– or, rather, the foie gras, shaved truffles, and seared scallops. Chefs are the new rock stars, and as with the music business, the search is always on for the next great undiscovered talent. Emerging from the first season of [...]

Sin City has reinvented itself more times than Madonna, and by all indications, it won’t be settling down anytime soon. We’re talking about Las Vegas, of course – and who doesn’t these days? Listen in and you’ll find that the chatter centers on Wynn Las Vegas, Steve Wynn’s latest venture. Combining the worldliness of the Bellagio [...]

The newest gem in the Wynn Las Vegas crown, Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare, is truly one of a kind. Steve Wynn’s influence in the transformation of Las Vegas casinos and night-life since the 1970′s did not stop with his hallmark gold standard of hotels and casinos with fabulous destination restaurants. This same drive for perfection [...]

Walking into Citizen Smith, one of LA’s latest hotspot restaurants, is like walking into a hot club.  Finding parking is unlikely in that trendy part of Cahuenga therefore you are conveniently provided with valet by the restaurant. The enormous stone-faced bouncer suggests not everyone is invited, yet by glancing in the window you can tell [...]