1933 Group introduced La Cuevita following a Mexican tradition and celebrating the debut of this old-world Mexican grotto bar in Highland Park on Cinco de Mayo, May 5th. “Viva La Cuevita on Cinco de Mayo,” was heard being chanted all night at this grand opening. 1933 Group shows off some bravado pride in its latest creation [...]

India’s nightlife comes to LA with Naya Sunset’s new bar and lounge menu in Silver Lake by Black Lab Ventures Joel Black and Chef Imran Mookhi. The modern Indian street food appetizers paired with India-inspired cocktails and live entertainment like belly dancers, flamer-throwers and bongo players are a potent triage for an exotic night out. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

 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 [...]

“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 [...]

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 [...]

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.  [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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? [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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.   [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]