Tonight at Andaz

Andaz West Hollywood is offering a complimentary wine tasting this evening, July 17, at 5 p.m. The V Wine Room’s sommeliers will lead the tasting of curated wines from boutique California wineries in the Andaz lounge on the first level. Self parking and valet is available for a fee. 8401 Sunset Blvd. (323)656-1234.

626 Night Market

The original and largest Asian-themed night market in the U.S. is holding a food and entertainment festival on Friday, July 18 and Saturday, July 19 from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. The founders of 626 Night Market were inspired by the popular night markets in Asia, and created a place where people of all ages could gather, socialize and explore local foods. The 626 Night Market festival will offer more than 200 food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music and entertainment attractions. Admission is $3. 285 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia. www.626nightmarket.com.

Hollywood Bowl

Guests are invited to bring a picnic or order a Patina Restaurant Group dinner and listen to music from DreamWorks Animation movies on Friday, July 18 and Saturday, July 19 during a program celebrating 20 years of film. Music from “Shrek”, “How to Train Your Dragon”, “Madagascar” and “Kung Fu Panda” will be performed, and DreamWorks Animation’s stories and characters will join in the fun. Film highlights will be shown on the Bowl’s screen. Audiences are also invited to the “Americans and Americans Festival” on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26 at the Hollywood Bowl. Vocalist Gloria Estefan will perform songs from her Grammy-nominated CD titled “The Standards”, with classics from the Great American Songbook. 2301 N. Highland Ave. (323)850-2000.

Wirtshaus Offers Free Beer

Wirtshaus, one of Los Angeles’ most popular German restaurants and biergartens, will celebrate its third anniversary on Saturday, July 19 with free beer from a ceremonial keg for guests who purchase an entrée. Wirtshaus will offer a special on their signature “Wirtshaus Schnitzel” made with breaded, sauteed pork and topped with garlic cream sauce and a fried egg. The dish includes a choice of two sides for $12 on July 19. 345 N. La Brea Ave. (323)931-9291.

The Must

Offering one of the best happy hours in Downtown Los Angeles, The Must premier wine bar serves more than 100 unique wines by the glass. Executive chef Drew Coleman is serving an avocado salad and trout toast, which is topped with house-smoked trout, pickled red onions, radish and crème fraiche, on his summer menu. 117 Winston St. (213)628-2000. www.themust.com.

Casa Ado

Enjoy Sunday brunch near the bike path in Marina del Rey at Caso Ado. Executive chef Antonio Murè offers classic brunch favorites as well as signature Italian dishes such as spaghetti with fried eggplant, teardrop tomatoes, basil pesto and dried ricotta cheese. His fagottino di melanzane is made with grilled eggplant rolled and filled with mozzarella cheese in a tomato and basil sauce. Another favorite is his spaghetti Bolognese. Traditionalists can enjoy grilled hanger steak and eggs; bagel and lox with all the trimmings; and eggs Benedict with a choice of Canadian bacon, salmon, or “Italian style” with mozzarella and tomatoes, all topped with hollandaise sauce. 12 W. Washington Blvd. (310)577-2589. www.casaado.com.

Country Music Night

Country music lovers are invited to Open Air Kitchen + Bar in West Hollywood for country music night every Thursday. Luke Bryan will serenade guests, and the bar will serve $4 American beers, and $5 Fireball shots will be available. The restaurant was formerly known as Fatty’s Public House, and executive chef Laurent Saussy is spearheading a new menu. A retractable roof allows for stargazing at night. 829 N. La Cienega Blvd. (310)845-0756.

Rare by Drai’s

Victor Drai’s Sunset Plaza steakhouse, Rare, is now open on Sunday nights, and is launching a new bar/patio menu with a series of weeknight events. Executive chef Patrick Florendo is introducing “no corkage on Mondays”, when guests can bring their favorite wines and enjoy them in Rare’s dining room and patio. “Rare Uncork’d” on Tuesday evenings offers an extensive wine menu that pairs with the steak and seafood. Rare also presents a selection of fine wines available for 50 percent off on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Hand-selected oysters and caviar are paired with Piper Champagne.  The “Bite At Our Bar” menu is available all night in the lounge, and on the patio, from 5 to 7 p.m. Try Drai’s classic cheeseburger with grilled onions and Tillamook cheese, the steak frites served with a selection of house-made sauces, or grilled peaches and burrata. 8720 W. Sunset Blvd. (310)360-1525.