Tam O’Shanter Celebrates 90 Years
Join the fun on Friday, June 22 with 1920s cars, Tin Pan Alley music with Ian Whitcomb and a special menu featuring a two-course prime rib dinner for only $19.22, and desserts priced under $1. Dozens of elected officials will take part in the celebration. Founded by the Frank and Van de Kamp families, Tam O’Shanter is one of the oldest restaurants in Los Angeles. 2980 Los Feliz Blvd. (323)664-0228.
CHAYA Brasserie
A new expanded outdoor bar and lounge opens on Friday, June 22 from 5 to 10 p.m. Guests may order small bites and sushi from the happy hour menu, including yakitori grilled on the outdoor terrace. Dishes range from $5 to $18 and pair nicely with summer cocktails such as the Pink Flamingo or spicy margarita. The musical power trio Red Muffs will perform to welcome the summer season. 8741 Alden Dr. (310)859-8833.
Taste at the Grove
Susan Feniger from STREET is hosting an all-day foodie event at The Grove on Saturday, June 23. There will be cooking demos from chefs Neal Fraser, Ian Gresik, Kajsa Alger and Feniger. A panel of chefs will also share stories about traveling and cooking inspirations, including Micah Wexler, of Mezze, and Giselle Wellman, of Petrossian. Feniger’s latest cookbook, “STREET Food”, will be available for the first time during a signing at Barnes & Noble. 189 The Grove Drive. (323)938-9688.
Summer Sausage Fest
On Sunday, June 24, the first 100 customers who show they follow Currywurst of Los Angeles on Twitter @CurrywurstUS will receive a free sausage from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Come taste authentic German food with uber-juicy sausages. 109 N. Fairfax Ave. (323)413-2627.
Tavern
Enjoy a lobster and clam bake night on Sunday, June 24 from 3 to 9 p.m. Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne’s Brentwood restaurant will be transformed into a seaside shanty. The cost is $65 per person. 11648 San Vicente Blvd. (310)806-6464.
Biodynamic Wines
Enjoy a market driven, four-course menu complemented with the wines of Frank Cornelissen on Wednesday, June 27 at Papilles. Santos Uy and Chef Tim Carey open Papilles for an informal series of natural wine dinners. Guests on June 27 can enjoy foie gras and peaches, smoked Tasmanian sea trout, crisp pork belly and Manilla clams, and a cherry crumble with Kirsch ice cream for $69 per person. Each course is paired with wine. Reservations are recommended. 6221 Franklin Ave. (323)871-2026.
Summer Cupcakes
Pick up festive Angels or Dodgers cupcakes at Magnolia Bakery before watching or going to a game. The team cupcakes are $3 each. Pre-orders and in-store purchases are available on home game days only. During the month of June, try a new orange date cupcake with light and silky orange meringue icing for $3.50. 8389 W. Third St. (323)951-0636.
Post and Beam Brunch
Starting Sunday, June 24, enjoy homespun farm-fresh fare prepared by Chef Govind Armstrong from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Post and Beam. Some of the new unique dishes include Huevos Rosalia with crisp tortillas, black eye pea-smoked bacon stew, sunny-side eggs and salsa. The burrata salad has shaved fennel, peaches and smoked almonds. Chef Armstrong is also making smoked salmon hash, soft shell crab and bacon grits. All of the above go nicely with a cantaloupe martini cocktail. 3767 Santa Rosalia Dr. (323)299-5599.
KCRW Dinner at Haven Gastropub
Executive Chef Greg Daniels will prepare a whole roasted suckling pig dinner and serve it tableside on Monday, June 25 at 7 p.m. at Haven Gastropub. The dinner is $30 per person. Proceeds will benefit KCRW public radio. 42 S. De Lacey Ave., Pasadena. (310)581-5826.
BBQ at Ford’s Filling Station
On the last Sunday of every month, a Big Daddy’s BBQ is offered with a choice of two meats and two sides. Add a draft beer for $3. On Sunday, June 24, the barbecue begins at 1 p.m. Meats will be smoked on the front patio. 9531 Culver Blvd. (310)202-1470.
Rooftop Dining
The Conservatory Grill at the Montage Beverly Hills is offering healthy California cuisine for breakfast, lunch and sunset cocktails. Sit near the mosaic-tiled swimming pool and enjoy beautiful views of the Hollywood hills at this elegant dining spot. 225 N. Canon Dr. (310)860-7990.
Public Kitchen & Bar
An assortment of savory charcuterie is now offered along with the regular dinner menu at Public Kitchen and Bar. Some of the tasty treats include duck prosciutto and country pate, fuet sausage and mousse truffée, speck, crespone, jamon Serrano and salami Toscana. Each are $12 for one selection, $17 for three and $23 for five items. Diners may pair the charcuterie with up to five artisanal cheeses. A tasting board of the chef’s hand-picked meats and cheeses is $35. The board goes nicely with featured wines, beer, whiskey and aged rum from $7 to $13. 7000 Hollywood Blvd. (323)466-7000.
Locanda Del Lago
Starting on Friday, June 22, Westsiders who carpool and show a permit or photo on a mobile phone will enjoy the new specially priced Carpool Cocktail for $6.22. The Rampture Raspberry Mojito is made with Santa Monica’s Farmers’ Market raspberries, fresh mint, organic Papagayo Rum and sugarcane. 231 Arizona Ave. (310)451-3525.
Rock and Roll at Farmers Market
On Friday, EB’s Beer & Wine and The Original Farmers Market will host a rock and roll event featuring The International Swingers. The band has two members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Blondie’s Clem Burke on drums and bass player Glen Matlock, of The Sex Pistols. They perform along with band mates James Stevenson on guitar, and singer Gary Twinn. They will play a set full of their punk/rock classics, including “Call Me”, “Pretty Vacant” and “God Save The Queen”. Show time is 7 p.m. There is no cover charge.













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