Dining for a Cause

Morton’s “Entourage” Evening

Fans of HBO’s “Entourage” are invited to watch the season finale this Sunday, September 12 at Morton’s Beverly Hills. A key scene in the show was shot at this location. Starting at 7pm, a representative from Moet Hennessey will be offering tastes of special single malt Scotch whiskey and introducing four types of Glenmorangie drinks.  For dinner, guests can order the same meal that is showcased on the finale, or enjoy specially priced appetizers at the bar.  435 S. La Cienega Blvd., (310)246-1501. www.mortons.com/beverlyhills.

Fine Dining for a Good Cause

Chef Roy Yamagucchi will be at the Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion restaurant in Pasadena on September 14 to benefit the children’s charity, Hillsides.  A four-course dinner will be prepared from 5 to 10 p.m. for $100 per person. The evening begins with a Hawaiian Lei, Mai Tai welcome drink, and entertainment,followed by a four-course meal.  Roy will give guests a $20 gift card to be used at a future visit.  To view the evening’s menu, go to www.Hillsides.org. 641 East Colorado Blvd. (626)356-4066. www.roysrestaurant.com

French Bistro Dinner

Lilly’s French Café & Bar is offering a special menu on Tuesday, September 14 for $45 per person.  Begin with a glass of G.H. Mumm Champagne and a choice of Flamiche goat cheese and leek tart or a frisée salad with poached egg, lardoons and croutons.  For your entrée, guests have a choice of a tender steak with shallots and French fries or pecan chicken breast with sweet potato and vegetables.  For a sweet ending, an apricot tart or floating island with roasted almonds and caramel. 1031 Abbot Kinney Blvd. (310)314-0004. www.lilly’sfrenchcafe.com

Meet the Winemaker

Peter Hoffman from the Hoffman Family Cellars in Sonoma will be at the J.W. Marriot at LA Live from 5 to 7 p.m. on September 14 pouring his “vegan-style” unfiltered and fermented with native yeast wines. There is no charge for the wine tastings. 900 West Olympic Blvd. (213)765-8600. www.lalivemarriott.com

New Kid’s Menu at M Café

Starting on September 13, all three M Café’s will offer a new kids’ menu featuring classic and traditional favorites. Some of the nutritious, high-quality macrobiotic dishes for breakfast are pancakes in fun shapes with a choice of blueberries, banana, and chocolate chip filling, served with organic Maple syrup and soy butter.  Some of the lunch items include organic bento boxes, a Kid’s Macro burger and a cheese quesadilla with gluten-free brown rice tortilla and soy cheese, served with organic apple slices. 7119 Melrose Ave., (323)525-0588, 9343 Culver Blvd., (310)838-4300 and 9433 Brighton Way, (310)858-8459. M Cafe is part of the Chaya Restaurant Group.    www.mcafedechaya.com

Shanghai meets Santa Monica

Experience innovative Chinese cuisine and dim sum at the new Xino on the third floor dining deck at the new Santa Monica Place.  Celebrated restaurateur Chris Yeo from the Bay area recently opened the sexy Xino (pronounced Sign-oh) for lunch and dinner. 395 Santa Monica Blvd. (310)755-6220.

Lobster Night

Experience the taste of Italy every Friday at Cecconi’s as Chef Andrea Cavaliere prepares grilled, baked or steamed lobster in a brandy and saffron sauce. Celebrate Sunday evenings with a pizza, pasta and salad that serves 4 people for $50.  Located on the corner of Melrose and Robertson Blvd. 8764 Melrose Ave. (310)432-2000. www.cecconiswesthollywood.com

Kids Eat for Free

Every Tuesday and Saturday evening, kids receive a free meal with a purchased adult entrée at Marie Callender’s.  For dessert, Marie Callender’s is offering a “Buy 3, Get 3 Free” special on muffins, cookies and brownies. 5773 Wilshire Blvd. (323)937-7952. www.mariecallenders.com