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Upper West will present an opening reception this Sunday for Santa Monica artist Vicki McClay who will display about 20 of her paintings on the walls of the restaurant for the next three months.

The tequila-pairing dinner began with the Coconut Poached Pescado Blanco with chipotle carrot puree.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica

Upper West Tempts Taste Buds At Tequila Pairing Dinner

Posted Feb. 25, 2014, 8:48 am

Upper West Restaurant in Santa Monica held a special five-course dinner with Herradura Tequila pairings earlier this month on Thursday, Feb. 6.

Dining, Seven Days, Santa Monica

Upper West Restaurant To Host Oscar Viewing Party

Posted Feb. 23, 2014, 8:59 am

Upper West Restaurant in Santa Monica will host an Oscar party next Sunday, March 2.

Il Piccolo Verde is located at 140 South Barrington Place in Brentwood. Oscar Morel brings his extensive restaurant experience to keep customers coming back for more.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Food

Il Piccolo Verde Serves Up Slice Of Italy In Brentwood

Posted Feb. 20, 2014, 8:19 am

Since Il Piccolo Verde opened its doors in September 2013 on Barrington Place just below Sunset Boulevard in Brentwood, it has been making a name for itself by preparing tasty food that’s healthy all while offering a fine dining atmosphere without breaking the bank.

Situated just 25 miles south of Santa Monica, Terranea Resort on the Palos Verdes Peninsula is surrounded by sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

Dining, Travel, Santa Monica, Ocean

Terranea Resort: A Gem On The Palos Verdes Peninsula

Posted Feb. 19, 2014, 9:21 am

If there was ever a setting that retains the essence of the unspoiled beauty of California’s coast, Terranea Resort on the Palos Verdes Peninsula is it.

The Gotham Rib Steak at Old Homestead Steakhouse, which is located inside Caesars Palace Las Vegas.

Dining, Travel, Santa Monica

Old Homestead Steakhouse At Caesars Palace An Iconic New York Outpost

Posted Feb. 6, 2014, 8:38 am

Since December 2011, Caesars Palace has become home to the Las Vegas restaurant outpost of one of New York City's most historic restaurants - Old Homestead Steakhouse.

The Culver Hotel celebrates Valentine’s Day with a gourmet four-course dinner priced at $58 per person.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica

Five Westside Valentine's Day Dining Ideas

Posted Feb. 4, 2014, 9:06 am

Making plans for Valentine’s Day can be stressful. It’s one of the busiest nights of the year for restaurants.

Santa Monica chefs will be serving up healthy dishes as part of Santa Monica Eat Well Week.

Dining, Restaurant, Seven Days, Santa Monica

What's Hot: Last Chance To Enjoy Eat Well Week Menu At Santa Monica Restaurants

Posted Jan. 10, 2014, 9:14 am

Santa Monica’s 2nd annual Eat Well Week will continue today through Sunday, Jan. 12 with more than a dozen of Santa Monica’s top restaurants offering discounted prix-fixe menus and healthy new menu options to kick-off a healthier 2014.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica

dineLA Restaurant Week To Feature 45 Santa Monica Eateries Starting Jan. 20

Posted Jan. 9, 2014, 8:18 am

For anyone who made a diet-themed New Year’s resolution on Jan. 1, the dineLA Restaurant Week later this month could potentially force you to take a break from your well-intentioned plans.

Rent a bike at one of Perry’s on the Beach’s four Santa Monica locations and exploring beautiful Santa Monica on two wheels.

News, Dining, Health, Fitness, Santa Monica, Biking

Create Customized "Wellness" Pairing During Santa Monica Eat Well Week

Posted Jan. 6, 2014, 10:01 am

In celebration of Santa Monica's 2nd annual Eat Well Week, the Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau is encouraging the community to create customized "wellness pairing" experiences.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica, Food

Full List Of Santa Monica Eat Well Week Restaurants For January 5-12

Posted Jan. 3, 2014, 8:51 am

Santa Monica’s 2nd annual Eat Well Week will be begin Sunday, Jan. 5 through Jan. 12 in conjunction with California Restaurant Month, thanks to the Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB).

The Gilly bursts with flavor with caramelized onions, Applewood smoked bacon, tomato, lettuce,Tillamook cheddar cheese, crispy onions and Spicy 1001 dressing.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica

Truxton's Bistro's Eye-Catching Delights In Santa Monica

Posted Jan. 2, 2014, 8:09 am

If Truxton’s didn’t stand for “everything and then some,” I’d be amiss. Having opened in July, I’ve eyed the transformation from vacant corner cinder block at Santa Monica Boulevard and 14th Street to a quaint and optimistic second location (the original Truxton’s is in Westchester) and have finally matched my vow to stop in.

Welcome the New Year at Rustic Canyon Wine Bar and Seasonal Kitchen at at 1119 Wilshire Boulevard.

News, Dining, Santa Monica

Rustic Canyon Offers Five-Course Prix-Fixe New Year's Eve Dinner

Posted Dec. 30, 2014, 9:42 am

Rustic Canyon executive chef Jeremy Fox, alongside owners Josh Loeb and Zoe Nathan, invite guests to ring in the New Year at their Santa Monica neighborhood restaurant, Rustic Canyon.

Chaya restaurant is located at 110 Navy Street, Venice.

News, Dining, Venice, Santa Monica

Celebrate New Year's Eve "Studio 54" Style At CHAYA Venice

Posted Dec. 30, 2014, 9:40 am

Relive the extravagance, indulgence, and extraordinary parties of one of the world’s most famous nightclubs as CHAYA Venice rings in the New Year on Tuesday with a “Studio 54” inspired jubilee including special guest, DJ Jun.

Wokcano is located at 1413 5th Street will host a Winter Wonderland themed New Year’s celebration.

News, Dining, Santa Monica

Ring In The New Year At Wokano Winter Wonderland In Santa Monica

Posted Dec. 30, 2014, 9:38 am

Wokcano in Santa Monica will host one of the Westside’s biggest New Year’s Eve parties on Tuesday night.

Ristorante Al Mare is a three-story restaurant features a rooftop deck with full bar, second floor balcony terraces and a private dining room, as well as first floor exterior decks overlooking the Santa Monica Pier boardwalk and beaches.

Dining, Santa Monica, Pier

Ristorante Al Mare Brings Italian Flair To The Santa Monica Pier

Posted Dec. 26, 2013, 8:49 am

After many years in the making, there’s a new restaurant in town now open on the Santa Monica Pier – Ristorante Al Mare.

Eat Well Week returns in 2014. Pictured at this year's launch at the Santa Monica Farmers Market were Ocean and Vine executive chef Keith Roberts (from left), Popeye, Olive Oyl, The Lobster’s executive chef Collin Crannel and his son Griffin, and Locanda del Lago executive chef Gianfranco Minuz.

News, Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica

Santa Monica's Eat Well Week To Return January 5 With More Than Dozen Restaurants

Posted Dec. 25, 2013, 9:18 am

Santa Monica's 2nd annual Eat Well Week will be held Jan. 5-12 in conjunction with California Restaurant Month, thanks to the Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau.

The chicken and waffles are a must at The Charleston. The Wilshire Boulevard venue recently launched a new happy hour with items from $3-$7 seven days a week.

Dining, Santa Monica, Wilshire Boulevard

The Charleston's Vintage 1920s Speakeasy Feel

Posted Dec. 17, 2013, 9:17 am

The Charleston, located at 2460 Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica, recently launched a new happy hour with items from $3-$10 seven days a week from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

This year’s SANTA Monica Pub Crawl returns on Saturday, Dec. 14. Last year more than 5,000 crawlers participated.

Dining, Restaurant, Seven Days, Santa Monica

Santa Monica Pub Crawl Returns This Saturday Night

Posted Dec. 9, 2013, 9:17 am

This Saturday, more than 30 Santa Monica bars and restaurants will open their doors to thousands of revelers taking part in the 5th Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl.

Tacos Punta Cabras near the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and Cloverfield is the creation of Josh Gil (left) and Daniel Snukal.

Dining, Santa Monica, Food, Santa Monica Blvd.

Mid-Town Santa Monica Scores With Tacos Punta Cabras

Posted Dec. 5, 2013, 8:01 am

Tacos Punta Cabras is a hole in the wall on a bleak stretch of mid-town Santa Monica Boulevard. Inside there’s a handful of tables and some scrappy beach-theme decor that looks like an afterthought.

BLVD 16 at The Hotel Palomar functions as an all day dining restaurant for hotel and non-hotel guests alike.

Dining, Restaurant, Santa Monica

Dining News In Santa Monica & The Westside

Posted Nov. 14, 2013, 8:09 am

The Charleston, Santa Monica’s premier 1920’s style gastropub, is serving up some old-time jazz tunes every Thursday night with Big Band Thursdays, the second introduction to their all new fall lineup.

Longitude Bar Restaurant serves up French inspired lunch and dinner items such as the Filet Mignon with Jerusalem artichoke puree, mushroom ravioli, and Madeira sauce.

Dining, Santa Monica

Le Méridien Delfina Santa Monica Reinvents It Dining Venues

Posted Nov. 14, 2013, 8:01 am

Le Méridien Delfina Santa Monica, formerly the Sheraton Delfina on the corner of Pico and 5th up until mid-September, has flipped its two dining venues as part of the hotel’s rebranding efforts.

Library Ale House partner-chef Tom Hugenberger has created a new fish dish cooked inside parchment paper.

Dining, Restaurant, Main Street, Santa Monica, Food

Library Ale House Offers Seasonal Comfort Food

Posted Oct. 29, 2013, 9:32 am

On a recent trip to Catalina Island, Library Ale House partner-chef Tom Hugenberger caught some fresh fish but didn’t have anything to cook with except some foil, a grill, and some charcoal.

Bernhard Mairinger in his own lederhosen will return to this year’s Sausage Fest at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel this weekend.

Dining, Santa Monica, Food

FIG Restaurant To Host 2nd Annual Sausage Fest This Sunday

Posted Oct. 24, 2013, 7:55 am

FIG Restaurant inside the Fairmont Miramar Hotel will host its Second Annual Sausage Fest this Sunday, Oct. 27 with a handful of local chefs, breweries, and a live band to get into the spirit of Oktoberfest.

Carol Surface will display a selection of her works at Upper West restaurant in Santa Monica through January 2014.

Dining, Restaurant, Exhibits, Santa Monica, Pico Boulevard

Endless Layers Of Life On Display At Upper West Restaurant

Posted Sep. 27, 2013, 9:07 am

Accomplished Los Angeles mixed media artist Carol Surface will display approximately 20 of her multi-layered paintings on the walls of Upper West Restaurant in Santa Monica.

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