Chinese New Year at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

A festive tea ceremony will be held in the lobby lounge from 1 to 5 p.m. on Jan. 25 and 26. Executive chef Steve Benjamin and pastry chef Deden Putra have created one-of-a-kind sweet and savory dishes paired with the highest quality Tealeaves tea selection. Guests will enjoy traditional live music during this celebratory event. Prices start at $76 per person. 9850 Wilshire Blvd., (310)860-6700.

Found Oyster one-night collaboration

Chef Ari Kolender welcomes chef Mailea Weger back to Los Angeles with a one-night-only kitchen collaboration on Saturday, Jan. 25, from noon to 11 p.m. Weger opened L.A.’s cult-favorite restaurant Gjusta as sous chef and was later promoted to its sister restaurant, Gjelina, before leaving for Nashville. Weger prepares healthy, flavor-driven and vegetable-forward cuisine. The California fare and Old-World, European-style dishes on Found Oyster’s menu will be offered with Weger’s additions. Items include a raw bar; albacore crudo; barbecue blue prawns with dashi potato salad; crab Louie; oysters from general manager Joe Laraja’s family oyster farm in Orleans, Massachusetts; and bonito Meyer lemon and raspberry chiffon pie. No tickets or reservations required. 4880 Fountain Ave., (323)486-7920.   

Lucques honors poet Robert Burns

Suzanne Goin’s prepares Scottish classics on Jan. 26 while whisky flights are served and live bagpiping is played by the Lady Bagpiper Megan Kenney. Wear a kilt and come dressed for a complimentary pint or measure of Scotch. Dishes include skink with smoked haddock, sunchokes, carrots and crème fraîche, Scottish salmon or duck “haggis” with neeps and tatties. Finish with dundee cake with sultanas, almonds and Drambuie ice cream. The Robert Burns Sunday Supper is priced at $52 per person, with an additional cost for whisky flights. 8474 Melrose Ave., (323)655-6277.

Grammys watch party in Hollywood

On Sunday, Jan. 26, Grammy Award-viewing fans can watch and give a toast to the winners at the W Hollywood. Sip creative beverages while capturing the scene at the awards show on Station Hollywood’s 30-foot screen. The mixologists are making themed cocktails named Lillet Nas X and Lizz-Old Fashioned. Station Hollywood is also creating  limited-time “Irishman” and “Jojo Rabbit” cocktails through the Academy Awards. Tickets are available at eventbrite.com/e/scene-at-station-tickets-8741095552. 6250 Hollywood Blvd., (323)798-1355.

E.P. & L.P. hosts Australia Day

Come to a fundraising event at E.P & L.P. on Sunday, Jan. 26, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Australia’s bushfire relief efforts. The Aussie barbecue will last from noon to 8 p.m. The staff will also be taking voluntary donations upon entry to the event, and raffle prizes will be rewarded throughout the venue. 603 N. La Cienega Blvd., (310)855-9955.

Honey Butter Fried Chicken in L.A.

Chicago’s cult-favorite fried chicken hot spot makes its way to Los Angeles for a pop-up on Jan. 27. Co-owners and chefs Josh Kulp and Christine Cikowski are partnering with the team at Brentwood’s Pizzana, offering a selection of their signature sandwiches. Guests will have the option to order Honey Butter Fried Chicken’s namesake sandwich with fried chicken strips and honey butter or the Chicago fan-favorite, The OG, a sandwich with fried chicken strips, candied jalapeno mayo and crunchy slaw. Pizzana chicken parmesan sandwiches made with crispy Jidori chicken will also be available. Each sandwich is available during lunch and dinner (or until sold out) from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. The sandwiches are available for dine-in only, but customers can also place a takeout order in the restaurant. 11712 San Vicente Blvd., (310)481-7108. 

Curtis Stone’s Maude helps Australia

Michelin-starred restaurant Maude is offering a South Australia-inspired regional tasting menu now through spring. In solidarity with his home country, Stone will be donating 100% of the profits to his 2020 #Commit2One charity, Drought Angels. This female-founded Australian nonprofit provides assistance to farmers across Australia impacted by natural disasters including the recent fires. Stone, along with executive chef Chris Flint and wine director Andrey Tolmachyov, journeyed across this diverse region of Australia recently for inspiration for this winter’s culinary experience. Distinct ingredients such as wattleseed, mountain pepper, lemon myrtle and strawberry gum will be included in the courses. The menu features milk curd with black truffle, green garlic and grilled lettuces; spiny lobster with turnip, citrus and vanilla; a vegetarian Aussie hand pie; and pheasant with smoked sausage and mushroom panzanella. To complement the dishes, Tolmachyov offers classic and reserve wine pairings from the South Australia region. The nine-course menu is offered for $150 per person, with the wine pairing available for $125 and reserve wine pairing for $250. All profits from the menu’s run will benefit Stone’s 2020 #Commit2One charity partner, Drought Angels. Reservations are available now through March 28 via Resy. 212 S. Beverly Drive, (310)859-3418.

Oscar-inspired cocktails

Here and Now in the Arts District in downtown L.A. has created a cocktail named “I’d Like to Thank the Academy,” made with popcorn-washed cognac, burnt lemon cordial and champagne. It’s garnished with edible glitter stars. Order one now to toast the stars during the award season. 300 S. Santa Fe Ave., (213)262-9291.