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News, Dining, Santa Monica
Upper West To Host New Exhibition Sunday, Oscar Party Benefit Feb. 22
Posted Feb. 6, 2015, 8:38 am
Santa Monica artist Bobbie Rich hails from Atlanta, Georgia. Although she now resides on the west coast, the artist has lived all over the U.S. in states such as Texas, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Virginia, and Illinois.
News, Dining, Happy Hour, Santa Monica
Bar Pintxo In Santa Monica Serves Up Happy Hour With Spanish Flair
Posted Feb. 3, 2015, 9:50 am
Did you know a little taste of Spain exists on the oceanside streets of Santa Monica?
Dining, Opinion, California, Santa Monica, Columnist
Foie Gras,With A Side Order Of Guilt
Posted Jan. 17, 2015, 9:06 am
Full Disclosure: At some point I may have eaten some foie gras; fattened goose liver thought by folks who like that sort of thing to be a delicacy. I know I’ve been in rooms where such items were presented, but I can’t testify as to whether I liked foie gras or not. I know as a kid I used to love a liverwurst sandwich with lettuce on rye bread, although we specifically ate the version known as Braunschweiger. I know, I know: This stuff right here is fascinating, but hang on.
Dining, Health, Business, Santa Monica
Chomp Eatery & Juice Station Creates Juice Cleanses With Bite In Santa Monica
Posted Jan. 16, 2015, 8:59 am
Ever thought about juice cleansing for that extra boost whether the goal be weight loss, a detox, or just starting a healthier lifestyle?
News, Dining, Restaurant, California, Courts
California Ban On Foie Gras Overturned; Chefs Rejoice While Activists Are Livid
Posted Jan. 8, 2015, 7:58 am
Chefs at French restaurants in the Southland and around the state today celebrated a federal court ruling that overturned California's ban on the delicacy known as foie gras, but animal rights activists were livid.
Life And Arts, Dining, Seven Days, Santa Monica
Eat Well Week Returns To Santa Monica On Sunday
Posted Jan. 2, 2015, 9:28 am
Have a New Year’s resolution to eat healthier? The Santa Monica Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) is here to help with the return of its annual Eat Well Week that begins this weekend.
Sports, Dining, Football, Beverly Hills
Beef Bowl Night Two: Florida State To Participate In Annual Tradition Tonight
Posted Dec. 29, 2015, 9:09 am
The Florida State football team is scheduled to participate in the Beef Bowl today at Lawry's The Prime Rib in Beverly Hills, one day after its opponent in Thursday's 101st Rose Bowl Game, Oregon.
Sports, Dining, Football, Beverly Hills
Oregon Football Team To Participate In Beef Bowl At Lawry's The Prime Rib Today
Posted Dec. 28, 2014, 9:03 am
The Oregon football team is scheduled to participate in the Beef Bowl today at Lawry's The Prime Rib in Beverly Hills, one day before its opponent in Thursday's 101st Rose Bowl Game, Florida State.
News, Dining, Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica
Santa Monica Place Confirms The Cheesecake Factory Will Open In Fall 2015
Posted Dec. 26, 2014, 9:10 am
Santa Monica Place has confirmed that The Cheesecake Factory is coming to its shopping mall next year.
Dining, Video, Santa Monica
VIDEO: FIG Bartender Chats About Holiday Drinks, Including "Eye Of The Tiger"
Posted Dec. 22, 2014, 10:31 am
Barbara Bishop chats with bartender Tavis Chavez about the most popular drinks for the Holidays including the "Eye of the Tiger."
News, Dining, Santa Monica
Sweet Rose Creamy Introduces Holiday Flavors, Spices To December Menu
Posted Dec. 13, 2014, 9:30 am
With the SoCal winter weather remaining at usual moderate temperatures, an ice cream run is never out of the question. Thankfully, some mouthwatering ice cold desserts are camouflaging to the essence of the holiday season at Sweet Rose Creamery this month, with a variety of special December flavors are available at the local gourmet ice cream shop.
Dining, Holiday, Travel, Rancho Palos Verdes
Celebrate Holidays In Style At Terranea Resort With Special Dining, Extended Stay Promo
Posted Dec. 12, 2014, 11:21 am
Perched on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Terranea Resort is gearing up for the holiday season with special dining options this Christmas and New Year’s.
Dining, Travel, Ocean, Rancho Palos Verdes
Terranea Resort Serves Up More Than Just Ocean Views
Posted Dec. 12, 2014, 11:13 am
With eight unique dining experiences on its 102-acre estate ranging from formal dining restaurants with sweeping ocean views to cute cafes, Terranea Resort executive chef Bernard Ibarra leads a busy work life heading up a culinary team of more than 100 chefs.
News, Dining, Los Angeles, Santa Monica
Fast-Food Workers To Stage Rallies In Los Angeles, Across The Nation Today
Posted Dec. 4, 2014, 8:28 am
Fast-food workers and their supporters will stage rallies in Los Angeles and across the country today in a continuing campaign for a $15 an hour wage and the right to unionize.
News, Dining, Video, Holiday, Santa Monica
VIDEO: Wines To Buy This Thanksgiving According To The Duck Blind On Montana
Posted Nov. 25, 2014, 2:28 pm
The Mirror's Barbara Bishop stops by The Duck Blind liquor store in Santa Monica and chats with owner Maurice Shevah about the best wines for turkey. The talk about everything including sparkling, red, white, and dessert wines and what you should buy this Thanksgiving.
Dining, Seven Days, Santa Monica, Non Profits
Upper West Restaurant To Host A "Miracle On 34th Street" Fundraiser Dec. 7
Posted Nov. 24, 2014, 9:17 am
Upper West restaurant in Santa Monica starts the holidays off in the spirit of the season with a fundraiser feast set for Sunday, Dec. 7 to benefit Miracles for Kids Foundation.
News, Dining, Santa Monica, Courts
Former Santa Monica Sushi Restaurant Pleads Guilty To Serving Whale Meat
Posted Nov. 18, 2014, 9:16 am
The parent company and owner of a Santa Monica restaurant have pleaded guilty to federal charges stemming from serving meat from the endangered Sei whale to undercover investigators in 2009 and 2010.
Dining, Montana Avenue, Santa Monica
New Superfoods-Focused, Fast Casual Concept Kye’s Opens On Montana Ave.
Posted Nov. 8, 2014, 8:39 am
New superfood fast casual restaurant Kye’s celebrated its grand opening on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica on Wednesday with its eclectic and flavorful culinary combination of Western and Eastern flavors.
News, Dining, Santa Monica, Halloween
VIDEO: Locanda Del Lago In Santa Monica Serves Up Kabocha Squash Soup
Posted Oct. 30, 2014, 9:25 am
Halloween isn't just for kids, here's some fun ways to eat pumpkins and squash. Hot Flash Universe host Barbara Bishop stopped by Locanda del Lago to try their Kabocha Squash Soup.
Dining, Seven Days, Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
Locanda Del Lago To Star Duck At Its “Bite Of The Beast” Series
Posted Oct. 17, 2014, 9:00 am
Italian-restaurant Locanda del Lago on the Third Street Promenade continues its monthly series called “Morso della Bestia,” which translates to “Bite of the Beast,” on Thursday, Oct. 30 featuring an all-natural Muscovy duck menu.
News, Dining, Business, Santa Monica
J.R. Ewing Bourbon Launch Party Held In Santa Monica
Posted Oct. 13, 2014, 9:47 am
A J.R. Ewing Bourbon launch party at Del Frisco’s Grille in Santa Monica on Wednesday, Oct. 1 was a great success.
Dining, Main Street, Santa Monica
Crikey! Aussie Pie Kitchen Now Open On Main Street In Santa Monica
Posted Oct. 13, 2014, 9:16 am
Ever realized that the quintessential American pie comes in an abundance of sweet flavors but is lacking in the savory category? Luckily, the Australians are among those who seem to have had pies properly figured out for centuries. With the Aussie Pie Kitchen’s soft opening this past week on Main St., locals are bound to become acquainted with the Aussie pie.
News, Dining, Santa Monica
The Independence To Open In November At 205 Broadway In Santa Monica
Posted Oct. 12, 2014, 9:37 am
A modern tavern called The Independence is set to open in late November at 205 Broadway (formerly Buddah’s Belly) in the heart of Santa Monica.
News, Dining, Santa Monica
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel Appoints New Executive Chef
Posted Sep. 28, 2014, 9:32 am
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel has announced the appointment of Jason Prendergast as Executive Chef. A graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in New York, Chef Prendergast oversees all culinary operations at the hotel, including Ocean & Vine, Blue Streak, Papillon Lounge, and the Fireside Lounge.
Dining, Santa Monica, Hotel
Hotel Shangri-la Appoints New Executive Chef Kareem Shaw
Posted Sep. 23, 2014, 8:07 am
Hotel Shangri-la in Santa Monica has announced the appointment of Kareem Shaw as executive chef. He will oversee culinary direction for The Dining Room, Suite 700, as well as hotel catering and private events.
