MAINopoly: Taste of Main Street

On Saturday, May 27 during Memorial Day weekend join a fun tasting tour in Santa Monica from 1 to 5 p.m. All-ages can participate in this interactive twist on the classic board game. Attendees exchange “MAINopoly dollars” for tastings at restaurants, bars and eateries. Those 21+ can stop by the “Go to Jail” VIP Beer Garden or enjoy cocktails from Dulce Vida Tequila and JuneShine. There will also be a DJ, games and a photo booth. Complete your official game board for the chance to win a Taste of Main Street prize pack worth $1,000+ in prizes. Tickets are $30 in advance or $55 for an advance VIP ticket. Ticket holders will receive tastings at 20 locations that include falafel bites with hummus and tahini and chicken shawarma with tzatziki from Ashland Hill. Sweet treats from Holey Grail Donuts; and a brioche donut at the pop up in the Beer Garden from The Gastro Garage. Visit Library Alehouse, Stella Barra Pizzeria & Wine Bar, and Jameson’s Pub for Shepherd’s pie. Enjoy slow cooked pulled pork with kimchi on Danish rye from Papille Gustative, and duck leg confit at Pasjoli. Start with an acai bowl from Ubatuba Acai. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Main Street Business Improvement District. mainopolysm.com. Check in at 2640 Main St.

Prince Street Pizza and Chef Chris Oh

Michelin-rated chef, restauranteur and TV personality, Chris Oh is making a limited-edition Korean BBQ Short Rib pizza now through May 31 at Prince Street Pizza. A portion of the proceeds from every pizza sale will go to support the Koreatown Youth + Community Center and San Diego Asian Pacific Islander Coalition. Whole pies are $45 and slices are $7. Participating Los Angeles locations include West Hollywood, DTLA and Venice. Come in or order on UberEats and Postmates, 9161 Sunset Blvd., (323)446-2244, 827 E. 3rd St., (213)266-8355, and 326 S. Lincoln Blvd., (310)310-3086.

Terranea Resort’s 2023 Summer Sound Series

Starting on Memorial Day Weekend through September, Terranea is hosting outdoor concerts with some of South Bay’s best tribute bands. Listen to your favorite country, reggae and classic rock music songs every Friday and Saturday night. Sit on the bluff at Nelson’s to enjoy ceviche and chips, mini Kobe sliders, veggie skewers and shrimp po’boys. Sample microbrews and dance in the open air. The Palos Verdes Peninsula offers sensational sunsets and coastal Catalina views. The Emperors open on Friday, May 26 to kick off Memorial Day Weekend. On Saturday, May 27, Upstream performs, and Sunday, May 28 is Anthem Road. Each concert begins at 7 p.m. and ends by 10 p.m. Concert performances are $15 for admission. Food and beverages are at an additional cost. Following the concerts, visit Terranea Lobby Bar to hear more live music, sip handcrafted cocktails and toast the night with bubbly. For tickets and the music lineup visit terranea.com/events/sound-series. 100 Terranea Way.

Mr. C Beverly Hills Pool Yacht Club

Pool season is open at Mr. C Beverly Hills for single day resort passes. Reserve a daybed or cabana pass every Wednesday through Sunday starting at 10 a.m. Food service begins at noon and is served until 6 p.m. Starting May 27, yoga classes are offered on Saturdays at the Yacht Club pool deck at 8 a.m. Guests are invited to the one-hour class and pay the fee directly to the instructor on site. Also on Saturday, May 27, enjoy a complimentary Rumor rosé wine tasting offered to pool guests. The pool is open on Sundays this summer from 12 to 5 p.m. Go to ResortPass at resortpass.com. 1224 Beverwil Drive, (310)277-2800.

The Garland kicks off LA Pride weekend

Open to the public on June 1, The Garland celebrates “Drag Yourself to the Valley” hosted by longtime Pride host Billy Francesca. The doors open to this exclusive drag show at 7 p.m. Sip a cocktail before the show begins inside The Garland’s Ballroom at 8 p.m. Performances include RuPaul’s Drag Race Queens Detox and Alyssa Edwards. Tickets for 21+ years are available on Eventbrite starting at $105. VIP tickets include priority reserved seating and meet and greet opportunities with the performers. 422 Vineland Ave., (818)980-8000.

Pool Party at Skybar at Mondrian

Dress fresh to impress or wear your favorite swim apparel to kick off Memorial weekend with the Ditch Fridays pool party at Skybar. The fun starts at 1 and continues until 6 p.m. On Saturday there will be Deep House Brunch Pool Party from 1 to 7 p.m. On Sunday join others at the Summer Lodge Pool Party starting at 1 until 7 p.m. Close out the holiday weekend with ‘Made in Tulum Pool Party’ on Monday, May 29 from noon to 7 p.m. All events are open to the public for guests 21+, who purchase entrance tickets or starting at $20 or reserve a table on Eventbrite. deephousebrunch.com. 8440 Sunset Blvd., (310)384-3789.

Katana Red Sun BBQ Garden

Join the fun this Sunday with a Japanese robata-style grilling experience. Listen to DJ Katana spinning beats in the lounge on Katana’s unique, elevated patio overlooking the Sunset Strip. The Memorial Day Weekend party features new, imaginative Japanese menu specials and refreshing new summer cocktails. Guests can join in on the fun every Sunday starting May 28, through Labor Day from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. 8439 Sunset Blvd., (323)650-8585.

Ike’s Love & Sandwich opens in DTLA

Near Pershing Square is the new Ike’s Love & Sandwiches restaurant opening on Wednesday, May 31, at 10 a.m. The first 50 lucky ‘Ikesters’ will receive a free sandwich, a T-shirt and a chance to win free sandwiches for a year. Ike Shehadeh will be on site signing t-shirts and taking selfies throughout the day. Ike’s Rewards members get $7.97 savory meat, healthy vegetarian, vegan and halal sandwiches all day long. Guests can join Ike’s Rewards while at the event. Pick-up and delivery orders are available on the Ike’s app and website ikessandwich.com. 523 W. 6th St.

Kinn Tasting Menu

In support of AAPI month this May, L.A.’s modern Korean-Californian restaurant Kinn is inviting some of LA’s favorite chefs to prepare a multi-course tasting menu. On Tuesday, May 30, at 6 p.m., diners will enjoy Korean, Chinese, Thai, Japanese and Indian flavors during this one night dinner for $120 per person. Each chef will create one course showcasing the flavors and cooking techniques that help define their heritage. Notable AAPI chefs include Leo Lee from RiceBox will make crab cake Rangoon and char siu Wagyu short ribs rice. Mark Okuda of The Brothers Sushi will prepare fresh soft-shell crab, and Deau Arpapaornopparat and Joy Yuon from Holy Basil are preparing cuttlefish. Marcel and Rhea Patel Michel of Saucy Chick Rotisserie will present saffron Kheer. Guests will be presented beef tartare and dry aged duck by Kinn chefs. Ticket sales will support Asian Americans Advancing Justice in Southern California. Purchase tickets on Resy. 3905 W. 6th St., (213)291-0888.

Pride event at Soulmate in West Hollywood

Admission is free to celebrate the start of Pride Month at Soulmate. The open-air space, in the heart of West Hollywood, will host a Pride kickoff event on June 1. Starting at 7 p.m., listen to musical performances and be entertained by drag queens. Complimentary passed bites will be offered to all at 8 to 10 p.m. Cocktails are available for purchase, and bottle service and VIP table service is available by reservation. RSVP on Eventbrite. Come back on Saturday, June 3 for bottomless mimosas and a Rose’ party brunch. There will also be a Women’s Freedom Fest Happy Hour taking place at both bars at 3 p.m. DJs Brynn Taylor will be spinning from 12 to 4 p.m. and Jayne Gray from 4 to 6 p.m. On Sunday Funday, June 4, come in after the parade for a drink and food while listening to live musical guests. There will be drink specials, and one of the hottest DJ,’s Alam Wernik performing, 631 N. Robertson Blvd., (310)734-7764.