Aussie wagyu strip loin and braised oxtail duo will be a menu highlight for the Brendan Collins: Dinner With Friends event on Sept. 19. (photo courtesy of BOA)

BOA’s Brendan Collins teams up with Norma chef Jason Fullilove

Chef Brendan Collins’ one-night-only Dinner With Friends on Thursday, Sept. 19, at BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood will feature chef Jason Fullilove of Norma. Fullilove and Collins are partnering to host a multi-course dining experience that showcases Collins’ elevated British pub fare and expertise in meat, alongside Fullilove’s commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients and his creative approach to African American soul food with global influences. Menu highlights include a Yellowtail Crudo with passionfruit and agua chili, Sweet Pea Agnolotti with Alaskan king crab, sugar snaps and pea tendrils, King Salmon “Viennoise” with herb crust duxelles and sauce mousseline, award-winning Aussie wagyu strip loin and braised oxtail duo with coconut rice arancini, apricot muhammara, ginger salmoriglio spice and verjus-braised cabbage, followed by a dessert of Raspberry and dark chocolate tarte with raspberry coulis and dark chocolate gelato. Guests can enjoy the tasting menu experience, or individual dishes a la carte. For information and to make a reservation, visit sevenrooms.com /experiences/boawesthollywood/thursday-september-19th-4914687141969920. BOA Steakhouse is located at 8200 Sunset Blvd.

GMCLA turns Holy Water into cocktails

West Hollywood cocktail bar Holy Water debuted a boozy fun give-back cocktail – Sing out, Louise! – served through Sept. 30, every time someone orders the specially named cocktail, Holy Water will donate $5 to Gay Men’s Chorus Los Angeles.

For over 45 years, GMCLA has been entertaining audiences with its unique blend of artistic showmanship and social activism. With three major concerts and dozens of public events each year, plus a transformative school program for students, the 250 singers of GMCLA love to “Sing Out, Louise!” – proudly creating beautiful music to build powerful community.

The Sing out, Louise! cocktail ($16) is made with Meili vodka, campari, raspberry gomme, kola syrup, lime and club soda. It’s available as a refreshing mocktail as well.

For information, visit holywaterweho.com or call (323)577-5281. Holy Water is located at 8275 Santa Monica Blvd.

Ocean Prime offers $39 prix fixe lunch

Ocean Prime Beverly Hills’s prix fixe lunch is available on weekdays until 4 p.m., perfect for business professionals or tourists alike searching for an elevated, mid-day dining experience. The $39 prix fixe lunch includes a starter and an entrée, completed with a freshly baked cookie. Options guests can choose from include lobster bisque with butter poached lobster, French onion soup with brandy and aged Swiss, grilled shrimp salad with endive, peaches, watercress, sunflower seeds, parmesan and honey citrus vinaigrette. For the main course, guests can enjoy teriyaki salmon with shiitake sticky rice and soy butter sauce, and a 6-ounce filet with a gouda potato cake, chili seared spinach and cabernet jus ($5 upcharge for this entrée).

For information, visit ocean-prime.com/locations-menus/beverly-hills/menus or call (310)859-4818. Ocean Prime is located at 9595 Wilshire Blvd.

Ring in a decade with Gracias Madre

Gracias Madre, the West Hollywood staple, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a special event on Sunday, Sept. 8 from noon-9 p.m. Guests will enjoy exclusive dishes that appeared on their first menu 10 years ago (along with pricing from their original menu), drinks and live entertainment. Join the fun for a day of dining, drinks and music performances on the restaurant’s patio in West Hollywood. Celebrate Gracias Madre’s decade-long dedication to the plant-food movement, showcasing traditional Mexican cuisine, made from scratch with local, non-GMO and organic ingredients along with the popular bar program featuring diffuser-free agave spirits highlighting independent producers and small batch distillers. Tickets are $25 and include two purista margaritias and access to the patio, live music, tastings with Rancho West Beer and an activation for ecoSpirits. For tickets and information, visit eventbrite.com/e/gracias-madres-10-year-anniversary-celebration-tickets-999747410417. Gracias Madre is located at 8905 Melrose Ave.

Beverly Bar brings elevated luxe to the luxury city

Beverly Bar in Beverly Hills is sure to please every palate with their versatile brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour menus. Offering fresh sushi, spectacular pizza, juicy burgers and tacos, Beverly Bar is new American, with an elevated spin to please the luxe crowd of Beverly Hills.  Beverly Bar’s crowd-pleasing small plates make sharing easy. Whether catching up with close friends or on a chatty first date, happy hour cocktails pair perfectly with bite-sized tuna crispy rice, poppable shishito peppers and wagyu pepperoni pizza. Those wanting something filling can go for the baja grilled shrimp taco trio or the Mary’s organic fried chicken sandwich. Guests can’t forget to order the butter cake as soon as they sit down – it takes an hour to cook and they won’t regret it.

From laid-back hangouts with friends to magical nights out with a loved one, Beverly Bar delivers the ultimate backdrop for an unforgettable dining adventure. With a menu that excites and an atmosphere full of charm, this hotspot keeps drawing in those seeking a versatile and vibrant dining experience that truly has it all.

For information, visit beverlybar.com or call (310)464-1532. Beverly Bar is located at 434 N. Camden Drive.

Shay lands José Andrés for food, beverage operations

The Shay, part of Destination by Hyatt, has hired José Andrés Group as the exclusive food and beverage operations manager for the property, effective Sept. 1. In this role, JAG will manage all aspects of the food and beverage experience at The Shay, including two new restaurants, in-room dining, the lobby bar, meetings and events. This fall, JAG will debut Zaytinya at the lobby level, which features innovative mezze inspired by the rich regional diversity of Turkey, Greece and Lebanon. Building on chef José Andrés’ deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu will feature shared small plates of authentic and inventive fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines. Additionally, JAG will soon unveil a new signature restaurant and bar perched atop The Shay, which boasts coveted views and the only rooftop pool in Culver City. For information about The Shay, visit theshayhotel.com. For information José Andrés Group, visit joseandres.com. The Shay is located at 8801 Washington Blvd., Culver City.

The chefs at Nobu Los Angeles use a six-step method for preparing sushi. (photo courtesy of Nobu Los Angeles)

Nobu chefs use top-notch sushi-making techniques

The sushi chefs at Nobu Los Angeles, located in the heart of West Hollywood, use a specific six-step sushi making technique for each piece of their nigiri. It starts with wetting their hands and placing the fish horizontally on the palm. Then they add a pinch of wasabi and a loose ball of rice on top of the fish and gently press on the sides and top of the rice with two fingers. Turning over the piece of nigiri, they curve their hand around the shape of the sushi rice with their index finger and thumb, shaping the fish around the rice underneath. Then they place their index and middle fingers gently on top of the fish and repeat these two final steps after flipping the fish 180 degrees. Although this process seems lengthy for a simple piece of nigiri, it ensures that the rice is still fluffy, and the piece of fish is shaped for the perfect bite. There are many additional aspects that are included in the art of sushi making such as rice preparations (Chef Nobu uses monk fruit instead of sugar when seasoning his rice), garnishes from caviar to Matsuhisa dressing, and the cut of the fish.

For information about Nobu Los Angeles, located at 903 N. La Cienega Blvd, visit noburestaurants.com/losangeles/home or call (310)657-5711.