BEVERLY HILLS

Pasta lovers unite at Mr. C

Tonight, May 23, join others at the authentic Italian table for a pasta-centric culinary journey of classic and contemporary interpretations presented by some of Los Angeles’ most celebrated chefs at Mr. C Beverly Hills. Giuseppe Manco from the Restaurant at Mr. C, Gino Angelini of Angelini Restaurant Group, and Jackson Kalb of Jame Enoteca will be joined by pasta chef Maria Marini and “sfoglina” Roberta Galletti of the Michelin-starred Trattoria Amerigo 1934 in Savigno, Italy. This special dinner and hands-on culinary demonstrations will take place poolside at Mr. C starting with a Bellini upon arrival. There will be passed hors d’oeuvres, unlimited freshly made pasta samples from each chef, and bottomless beverages, including craft beers by Peroni and specialty wines from Antinori. Tickets are available for $95 at sevn.ly/xA6BL2JI. 1224 Beverwil Drive, (877)334-5623.

BEVERLYWOOD

Date your mate at Orlando Hotel

An overnight package for couples includes a stay in a deluxe room at the Orlando in Beverlywood, a wine-blending class and dinner. Couples will learn what makes each varietal unique and how to properly taste wine, and they’ll receive a gift card to the Blending Lab to create their own label and wine blend to take home, a $110 value. Next, they’ll enjoy a romantic shared mezze dinner for two at the onsite Cleo restaurant, starting with two mezze dishes, one signature dish and one shared main. Dessert includes baklava or flourless chocolate cake. This dinner for two is valued at $110. The overnight package starts at $350 a night and runs through May 31. 8384 W. Third St., (323)658-6600.

WEST HOLLYWOOD

Female chefs at Pacifique

On Tuesday, May 28, a stellar female chef lineup will be in the kitchen at Pacifique offering their unique twist on fried chicken. Chefs Danielle Sobel (Pacifique), Kuniko Yagi (Pikunico), Nyesha Arrington and Kat Turner (Highly Likely) are preparing a $45 per person special LA Times’ Food Bowl menu. Offerings will be paired with Kikori whiskey cocktails and Ramona wine spritzers. This one-night-only dinner is from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. 631 N. La Cienega Blvd., (310)359-0788.

Secret Food Bowl at Tesse Restaurant

The third annual Los Angeles Times Food Bowl offers an exclusive secret tasting menu at Tesse. Executive Chef/Partner Raphael Francois and Pastry Chef/Partner Sally Camacho Mueller are preparing this unique menu during May. For $75 per guest, the European-inspired shared menu includes hamachi, asparagus croque monsieur, and chicken fricasse. Finish with a “Boodle Fight,” similar to a banana soufflé with ūbe beignets, caramel glacé and mignardises. It’s plated tableside for an ultimate sweet finish. A special wine pairing is $35 to $45 per guest. lafoodbowl.com/events/tesse-secret-food-bowl-menu. 8500 W. Sunset Blvd., (310)360-3866.

St. Felix celebrates 10-year anniversary

Today, May 23, St. Felix says thanks to the community with “Recession Roll-Back Pricing” of $6 for all of its famous, premium signature cocktails. These iconic libations, available all day and night at both the Hollywood and West Hollywood locations, will be the same price as when the restaurant and bar launched its legendary happy hour – available from 4 to 8 p.m. – a decade ago. 8945 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, (310)275-4428; 1602 Cahuenga Blvd., (323)469-5001.

DOWNTOWN LA

Magic carpet ride at OUE Skyspace LA

Throughout May, OUE Skyspace LA is partnering with Disney to offer visitors magic carpet mat rides at the Skyslide with Aladdin-themed decorations and photo opportunities. Enjoy this experience 1,000 feet above Los Angeles at California’s tallest open-air observation deck at the 69th and 70th floors of the US Bank Tower in DTLA. Raise a glass with a crisp beer from one of L.A.’s vibrant breweries or a glass of the finest Southern California wines at the new Skyspace Bar, which also offers handcrafted bites. There are plenty of areas to sit, sip, eat and enjoy 360-degree, breathtaking views of Los Angeles. 633 W. Fifth St., (213)894-9000.

Third anniversary specials at Baldoria

Little Tokyo’s elevated shared plates and craft cocktail bar is celebrating its third anniversary on Tuesday, May 28.. Executive Chef Duke Gervais will offer a $3 Margherita pizza and a $3 beer per guest. Come eat at Baldoria three times in May for a chance to win a private pizza-making class for up to 12 people. Just send in a picture or screenshot of each receipt baldoriadtla@gmail.com to enter the raffle. The winner will be announced June 5. 243 S. San Pedro St., (213)947-3329.

Bring the heat on at Nest at WP24

For those adventurous diners who can handle searing habaneros and ferocious ghost peppers, Chef de Cuisine John Lechleidner is preparing a progressive heat tasting menu. The bite-sized dishes, which incorporate five unique chili peppers, are paired with a glass of milk and sky-high views of downtown Los Angeles. This $29-per-person menu is available from May 27 to Sept. 2. Guests who want to further test their heat tolerance can add a supplemental “secret” sixth course by requesting a separate “Dragon Fire” dessert. It’s a traditional peach cobbler with Carolina Reaper, the world’s hottest chili pepper that’s known to be over 400 times hotter than a jalapeño pepper, integrated into both the crumble and ice cream. Dessert is an additional $8. 900 W. Olympic Blvd., (213)743-8824.

Domaine de CALA wine at Patina

Master Chef Joachim Spichal, founder of Patina Restaurant Group, is also a winemaker, and his Domaine de CALA wines have been added to Patina’s award-winning wine list. Made near the medieval town of Brignoles, in the heart of Provence, Spichal’s wine gets its name by paying homage to California and Los Angeles. Guests can try his CALA Classic and CALA Prestige rosé and rouge at Patina and his other fine-dining restaurants. These wines are also available at Whole Foods. 141 S Grand Ave., (213)972-3331.

71Above restaurant and skylounge at the US Bank Tower

During sunset hours every Sunday through Thursday in May, enjoy a signature cocktail paired with three canapés for $34 in celebration of the Los Angeles Food Bowl. 633 W. Fifth St., (213)712-2683.