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LA Eats: Best Rooftop Bars in L.A.
The scene is set and the time is summer. With so many dining options throughout L.A. why not take in a little skyline with your go-to drink? We’ve gone through LA’s array of rooftop bars and rounded up our picks. Read on for the best rooftop bar’s in town and enjoy your sips along with some sites!
E.P. L.P. Rooftop Bar
Location: 603 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
L.P. rooftop bar is one of the largest format roof decks in Los Angeles that serves hand-crafted cocktails and Asian inspired street food. This is the place to bring your family and friends to enjoy spectacular views of the Sunset Strip and Hollywood Hills.
Elephante
Location: 1332 2nd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
This indoor-outdoor space feels like the perfect living room that features design pieces from Northern Africa and Southern Italy. With their all-day rooftop restaurant and bar which serves seasonal cocktails, Elephante is the perfect location for brunch, lunch or dinner!
Spire 73
Location: 900 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90017, 73rd Floor
The tallest open-air bar in the Western Hemisphere is located atop the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown’s seventy-third floor. With breathtaking views of the entire city, signature cocktails and chic designs, Spire 73 provides the ultimate experience.
Moonshadows
Location: 20356 Pacific Coast Hwy, Los Angeles, CA 90265
Breathe in the aroma of salty, ocean air with enjoying panoramic Pacific views and signature dishes with Italian, American and Asian fusion influences. Moonshadows is located right on the Malibu beach providing the ultimate casual dining setting.
The Standard Downtown L.A.
Location: 550 South Flower 6th, Los Angeles, CA 90071
This spacious deck feels more like a veranda around the building because it wraps around the center core of the hotel tower. In addition to the stunning, panoramic views of Downtown Los Angeles, The Standard rooftop consists of a dance floor, colorful furniture, waterbed pods, a heated pool and more to provide the ultimate experience!
Perch LA
Location: 448 S. Hill St. 13th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90013
With patterned tile floors, decorative lights and a dead-on view of the Central Library, the ambiance at Perch LA is unique at every turn. This French-inspired rooftop bistro offers indoor and outdoor dining experiences, fireplaces and pits and lounge seating to enjoy skyline views!
Mama Shelter
Location: 6500 Selma Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028
The bright and colorful décor at Mama Shelter Los Angeles provides a fun atmosphere for friends and family! This Hollywood hotel offers rustic, home-cooked comfort food along with signature cocktails and Mama’s own mule bar.
Broken Shaker
Location: 416 W. 8th, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Located in the heart of Downtown LA, Broken Shaker is one of the most celebrated cocktail bars in America. There is an effortlessly casual aesthetic that consists of vintage furniture and colorful art and décor that surrounds the heated pool.
Margot
Location: 8820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
This Culver City restaurant located atop Culver City’s PLATFORM just might be the coolest new rooftop in Los Angeles. With a massive patio of the indoor-outdoor space, Margot provides the ultimate experience with weekly jazz nights, Mediterranean inspired menu and up to 200 wine options.
Upstairs
Location: 929 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Perched atop the Ace Hotel is a Moroccan oasis with an eclectic, welcoming atmosphere. You will be more than pleased with the attentive waitstaff, live DJ, city views and more at Upstairs!
LA Eats: Best Brunch Spots
The best part of summer on the weekend is finding the perfect brunch spot. With so many options in L.A, we decided to cut the culinary clutter. Read below for our pick of the best brunch spots to try throughout the city and treat yourself to a Mimosa…or two!
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Hippo – 5916 ½ N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90042
For those with gluten-free diets, Hippo is the place to be! Enjoy meals from buttermilk hotcakes to pasta and fresh spaghetti, you can’t go wrong with anything on their menu.
https://www.hipporestaurant.com/
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Otoño – 5715 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90042
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., you can indulge in tapas for brunch Saturdays and Sundays at Otoño. The Catalonia-inspired menu contains savory dishes like scrambled eggs with tetilla cheese and chives, pan de la casa and more!
https://www.otonorestaurant.com/
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Audrey at the Hammer – 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
This brunch menu contains a nice balance of light and hearty dishes created by Chef Lisa Giffen. Meals include braised pork with beans for meat lovers and coconut chia bowls with passionfruit for non-meat lovers.
https://www.audreyatthehammer.com/
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Golden Bull Restaurant – 170 W. Channel Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402
If you are looking for an ideal beach day in Malibu, then Golden Bull’s classic steakhouse is the perfect place for brunch! Their menu serves everything from buttermilk pancakes and ribeye steak hash to bottomless bright orange mimosas that go perfectly with each meal.
https://goldenbullsantamonica.com/
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Comfort LA Inglewood – 902 N. La Brea Ave., Inglewood, CA 90302
With just one item on the menu, Comfort LA makes it easy for you to select your meal. Their Brunch Special includes two waffles and five wings with the option to add additional syrup and waffles for a nominal fee.
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Alta – 5359 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Chef Keith Corbin has something for everyone on his California-soul menu. Pair dishes like steak and eggs, cornmeal pancakes and avocado toast with bottomless mimosas for $20.
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Petty Cash Taqueria & Bar – 7360 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
On Saturdays and Sundays, expect a Mexican-inflected fare from chefs Margarita and Walter Manke from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy some champurrado with chocolate and hazelnut with chilaquiles and black beans, a Mexican breakfast sandwich or several taco variations from their menu.
https://pettycashtaqueria.com/
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Alimento – 1710 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026
After only serving dinner for five years, Alimento has expanded their menu to serve brunch! Try some of their crowd-pleasing sweets such as ricotta doughnut holes, breakfast sandwiches and French toast. You won’t be disappointed!
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Los Balcones Studio City – 11334 Moorpark St., Studio City, CA 91602
The Los Balcones team and chef Ricardo Zarate add an artful mash-up of traditional brunch classics with Peruvian flavors. Choose between Tiger prawns with scrambled eggs and a Chile relleno-stuffed breakfast burrito from their brunch menu.
https://losbalconesstudiocity.com/
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Here’s Looking At You – 3901 W. 6th, Los Angeles, CA 90020
This Koreatown hotspot has become one of the most innovative brunch spots in town. Chef Jonathan Whitener’s menu ranges from smoked salmon roe and herbs to cocktail offerings that are worth trying!
LA Eats: July 4th Recipes
We know what you’re thinking. It’s not quite L.A. Eats if you have to DIY. Here in the city of stars, if you’re not partaking in the usual revelry, an at home fete is the most ideal. We know there are plenty of day parties from The Bungalow to The W. But if you prefer your own Independence Day celebration, we have you covered. Not on your own attempt at bunting (good luck), but as the Chef de Cuisine of your home. So read on for our round-up of what to dish out July 4th, you’ve got a week to prep your red, white, and blue spread.
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Gina’s Orzo Salad
If you are looking for a quick and easy centerpiece for your picnic this summer, you might want to try Gina’s Orzo Salad recipe!
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Easy Peach Cobbler
Those who love peach cobbler but don’t know how to make it will fall in love with this simple recipe!
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American Flag Caprese Salad
Create an American flag centerpiece using fresh mozzarella, purple potatoes and tomatoes.
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Grilled Corn with Lime Butter
If you enjoy corn from places like the LA County Fair or Knott’s Berry Farm, then you’ll love this delicious recipe that is simple to create.
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Old Bay Shrimp
You’ll want to try this five-minute flavorful shrimp seasoning recipe that allows you to explore herbs and spices!
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Citrus-Spangled Spritzer
Backyard barbecues just got a star-spangled makeover with this patriotic citrus spritzer. Vibrant red, white and blue hues make it stand out from other 4th of July cocktails. Simply layer ingredients for a striking drink that will please any crowd, even in summer heat.
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Red, White and Blue Wine Spritzer
White wine spritzers are a classic summer beverage for a reason. Add some blue and red and you’ve got yourself a killer cocktail for America’s birthday.
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Snow Cone Drinks
This drink is equal parts nostalgia and party-in-a-glass. Slightly on the sweeter side, we wouldn’t have too many or you made need an extra day off on the 5th.
Stock up on popsicles and bubbly so you can enjoy this effortless, celebratory drink at a moment’s notice.
Weekend Events: June 28-June 30
The weekend is here and so is your list of fun things to do! With so many activities to chose from in and around L.A., there’s no excuse to not venture out. Ditch your mundane routine and check out all that the city of stars has to offer this weekend!
Discover Your Inner Angeleno!
Friday, June 28
Game Changers Outdoor Theatre
Location: Ford Theatre, Hollywood
The Game Changers Outdoor Movie Screening Series will showcase four-nights of groundbreaking cinema and television underneath the stars. Presented by the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, the goal of the series is to showcase media that has impacted diversity and narrative storytelling in monumental ways. The weekend will open with Boyz N The Hood, followed by Toy Story, Stranger Things 3 and Thelma and Louise.
Dance DTLA
Location: The Music Center, DTLA
Featuring live music and/or DJs, Dance DTLA is paired alongside expert dance instructors who will be providing beginner group dance lessons for attendees. Each night has a different dance theme. The series continues with a Bachata theme on the Grand Park Performance Lawn. Dance DTLA continues on select Fridays through August 30.
Louis Vuitton X
Location: Louis Vuitton, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills
Louis Vuitton’s latest art exhibition titled “Louis Vuitton X” will have the fashion house digging into their archives to reveal the brand’s most notable collaborations throughout the years. From Karl Lagerfeld, Rei Kawakubo, Yayoi Kusama to Richard Prince, fans of Louis Vuitton will have a chance to view over 180 items including creations dating back to the early twentieth-century. “Louis Vuitton X” will be on view from June 28 to September 15.
Saturday, June 29
Stranger Things Carnival
Location: Pacific Park, Santa Monica Pier
A Stranger Things-themed Carnival lands at Santa Monica Pier June 29-30 where Pacific Park will be made over as the fictional town Hawkins where the show is based. Highlights at this free carnival include games, 80s cover bands, eating contests, magicians, a Scoops Ahoy ice cream truck and a green-n-gooey dunking booth.
Garden Party at the Norton Museum
Location: Norton Simon Museum
The Norton Simon Museum will host a summer garden party soirée during magic hour on June 29. There will be sounds and sights in the Sculpture Garden inspired by Monet’s Giverny plus live music, refreshments and art-making activities for all ages. The event is free with the cost of museum admission. Museum admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, and free for children under 18, students with I.D., and museum members.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix in Concert
Location: The Hollywood Bowl
The Hollywood Bowl presents Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix in Concert. Watch as Harry and his friends battle the Dark Lords forces right under the stars with a live performance of the original score by the orchestra will sitting in one of the best amphitheaters in the United States.
Sunday, June 30
One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival
Location: West Hollywood City Council Chambers, Weho
One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival is a 40-day celebration through mostly free art events and exhibits between May 22 through June 30. This Sunday will be centered around a day of art with poetry pop-ups, readings, performances, panels.
SAMJAM Block Party
Location: Venice
SAMJAM Venice Block Party is one of the largest music events on the Westside of Los Angeles, focused on music, art, community, and charity. Food trucks, drinks, live art, and fun games round out this popular annual event.
St. Andrews Community Music Festival
Location: St. Andrews Park
The Annual Jazz At St. Andrews Park is a free event with live musical performances, a children’s village, dancing, food trucks and a vendor village.
LA Eats: Best Cool Desserts for Summer
Los Angeles is home to a multitude of cool dessert destinations. These sweet shops are innovating and reinventing ordinary tasty treats. These creative concoctions have people traveling far and wide! It’s no wonder they top our list of the best uniquely flavored combinations in and around LA. Enjoy choices from extravagant donuts to revamped macarons. Our selection will help you uncover your newest craving and keep you cool all summer long.
Humphry Slocombe
Location: Venice, CA
Inspired by the owners love of British comedy, Humphry Slocombe is named after the two lead characters (Mr. Humphries and Mrs. Slocombe) from the fabulous 1970’s sitcom “Are You Being Served?”. With unlimited samples, you are welcome to try all the bizarre and delicious flavors they offer.
Wanderlust Creamery
Location: Various L.A. Locations
If the name doesn’t say it all, the reason behind it and the flavors they offer seal the deal. Try flavors like Thai Tea, pretzel and rye crumbs (Iceland) or their signature purple flavor, Ube malted crunch (Philippines). With Four locations within Los Angeles there’s no reason not to stop by!
Ginger’s Divine Ice Cream
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Ginger’s is a relatively new addition to the LA ice cream scene, but this corner shop in Mar Vista has become a local favorite. This is thanks to the huge number of flavors, flexible tasting policy, and super creamy and smooth ice cream. They’ve got everything from raspberry panna cotta to Vietnamese coffee, but you’ll probably find it hard to go past the Billionaire Brownie. You can get your ice cream in sandwich form, or you could go the ice cream pop route. Live your truth.
AFTERS ICE CREAM
Location: Sherman Oaks
Afters is a truly unique ice cream experience to the streets of Los Angeles. Through a creation of a bevy of uniquely inspired flavors of ice cream, made in small batches to deliver a rich and creamy flavor profile from first bite to last, the only “After”s thought we have is “Can we have more”? Their flavors are a unique palate-pleasing experience. From milk and cereal and jasmine milk tea to Vietnamese coffee, s’mores and acai blueberry, it’s a sweet treat for all to enjoy. The star of the menu is their trademarked Milky Bun, a glazed bun stuffed with your choice of ice cream, sealed and heated back up for a hot/cold sensation you won’t find anywhere else!
Pops Artisanal Creamery
Location: San Fernando
Pops Artisanal Creamery is located in San Fernando, CA which, according to our ice cream GPS, is about 15 minutes north of Burbank. A small trek for a big reward. The ice cream coming out of this place is good enough to drive twice that distance. The family running Helados is from Belize, and they’ve integrated Latin American flavors into the majority of their ice cream – and the result is out of this world. There’s the insanely sweet zapote, the nut-flavored lucuma, and a coconut ice cream we want to fall asleep next to every night. Skip the cone and cup, and put it all in a hollowed out half-coconut husk to make your friends even more jealous they still haven’t come here.
MILK
Location: Los Angeles
MILK is well known for its signature macaron ice cream sandwiches that combine rich ice cream flavors with handmade macarons. Patrons have the option to have their delicious macaron sandwich half dipped in white chocolate and extra toppings like Fruity Pebbles as a sugary finishing touch. The macaron ice cream sandwiches come in flavors like grasshopper, dulce de leche, salted caramel, and Thai tea flavors. In addition, MILK serves strawberry shortcake bars, cupcakes in a cone, and a spin on a household favorite cake: Blue Velvet Cake. This popular dessert destination has both indoor and outdoor seating.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Be on the lookout for the Halo Halo at this confectionary shop. Translating to “mix-mix”, Halo Halo is a classic Filipino dessert. The sweet treat consist of shaved ice with 13 layers of flavor, including leche flan and decadent Ube ice cream on top. Another favorite among guests is the signature Ube Halo, a delicious pressed ice cream sandwich with purple ice cream goodness at its core. This fun dessert destination offers classic baked goods like hot bread pudding, floats, nitro coffee, and brownies.
SOMISOMI
Location: Koreatown
Located in the heart of Koreatown, this modest little shop focuses on perfecting the matcha soft serve. You can get matcha on its own or in a milk swirl. Each “cone” is expertly put together by placing the soft serve on a mochi fish shell called taiyaki filled with your choice of nutella, custard or red bean. The chewy texture of the taiyaki and the sweetness of the filling is perfectly balanced by the subtle flavors of the matcha ice cream. Definitely a Los Angeles must try!
Mashti Malone
Location: Los Angeles, CA
This nearly 40-year-old Iranian ice cream shop inside a two-story strip-mall on La Brea is an LA institution and home to some of our favorite ice cream in the city. They serve flavors like saffron, rosewater, and roasted pistachio, and they taste like you are licking potpourri. But once you get over that surprise, you’ll realize this stuff is incredible.
Grilling Safety Tips
Summer is officially here! Well, come Friday it is. With that in mind one of the joys of summer is firing up your outdoor grill. And although you may be a grilling pro, cooking safety should still be a top priority. According to the National Fire Protection Association, fire departments visit an average of 9,600 homes per year due to barbecue-related fires. So throw on your cliche chefs apron and grab your grilling gear. It’s time to fire up the barbie ( that’s Aussie for barbecue of course) with these grilling safety tips!
1. If you’re using a propane grill, check for gas leaks first. Here’s the deal: Propane is highly flammable, which is why gas grills are responsible for significantly more fires than ones that use charcoal. Always check for gas leaks before cooking. You can do this by applying a mixture of soap and water onto the hoses and connections. Next, turn on the gas, making sure the grill lid is open. If the soap forms bubbles, that’s a sign that the hose is leaking or the connections are not tight enough. In this case, you should turn off the tank and have it serviced by a professional before using it again. If the leak doesn’t stop, call the fire department.
2. Be careful when lighting and relighting propane. When lighting a propane grill, make sure the cover is open. If the flame goes out while you’re cooking, turn off the grill and the gas, and wait at least five minutes before relighting it.
3. If you have a charcoal grill, prepare the charcoal properly. There are several ways to prepare charcoal for grilling. If you use starter fluid to get your flame going, make sure the liquid is made specifically for charcoal and not, say, car engines. Make sure to keep the container away from heat and flame. Electric charcoal starters do not use fire, but if you use an electric starter, make sure that your extension cord is designed specifically for outdoor use, which will be equipped with better insulation to protect against the sun, moisture, and temperature changes.
4. Place the grill in the right location. No matter what type of grill you use, place it as far away as possible from your house, deck railings, and any overhanging plants or branches, since a fire can flare up into these.
5. Keep kids and pets away from the grill area. Children under 5 account for 35 percent of non-fire grill burns, which typically happen when they bump into or touch grills. As a rule of thumb, keep a 3-foot safety zone around the grill area. This goes for pets, too, as you could easily trip over your dog begging for scraps next to the barbecue.
6. Never leave the grill unattended. Fires grow quickly, so make sure an adult is always at the grill when you’re using it. Prep and bring out as much as you can beforehand; i.e., if you’re making cheeseburgers, bring out the meat, cheese, tools, and a clean plate before you get cooking. If you forget the buns, deputize someone else to go get them for you.
7. Clean your grill after each use. You don’t just leave your pots and pans without cleaning them after use, right? Treat your grill the same way. Allowing grease and fat to build up on your grill provides more fuel for a fire. Remove buildup from both the grill and the trays below following each use. Side note: Overloading your grill can cause the same problem, as an abundance of fat from meat can drip onto the flames at once, causing a fire. And if you use a charcoal grill, put the coals in a metal can with a lid once they’ve cooled.
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Weekend Events: June 14-16
The weekend is finally here and so is our list of the best things to do throughout L.A.! While there’s plenty of binge-worthy shows on your streaming apps, why not press pause for some city fun? Check out our round-up below of activities to enjoy whether it’s just you or the whole family! And be sure to read our Out and About: Father’s Day Edition for all the fun things to do with dad this weekend!!
Discover your inner Angeleno!!
Friday, June 14
K-Town Night Market
Location: Koreatown
For the 5th year in a row, the KTOWN Night Market is returning to Koreatown June 14-15. Enjoy a weekend of live music performances, delicious food offerings and trendy Korean-beauty shopping.
Shakespeare By The Sea
Location: Point Fermin Park, San Pedro
Shakespeare By The Sea will once again offer a ten-week program of admission-free performances. The event will feature two productions: The Comedy of Errors and Henry V at a variety of venues across Los Angeles. Kicking off the series is The Comedy of Errors at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Hollywood Fringe Festival
Location: Various venues, Hollywood
Over three dozen venues such as 2nd Stage, Hudson Theatres, The Broadwater and the Underground Annex Theater host comedy, ensemble theatre, dance and immersive performances during the annual Hollywood Fringe Festival taking place June 13-30.
Saturday, June 15
Taqueando
Location: Skylight Row, DTLA
Bill Esparaza, the James Beard award-winning author and taco expert who formerly curated LA Weekly’s Tacolandia, is back with a brand new all-you-can-eat taco festival of his own: Taqueando. The list of participants includes Amor y Tacos, B.S. Taqueria , Carnitas El Momo, Guerrilla Tacos, Tacos Kokopelli (Tijuana), and MORE!
Bread Festival
Location: Grand Central Market, DTLA
Grand Central Market’s annual Bread Festival returns for a day of celebrating SoCal’s artisanal bread movement. The event is free and open to the public showcasing local bread bakers, as well as bread workshops and demonstrations.
Petersen Automotive Museum Block Party
Location: Petersen Automotive Musem, Los Angeles
Peterson Automotive Museum is hosting a family-friendly block party this Saturday to celebrate the museum’s 25th anniversary. Activities include exclusive Petersen vehicle display, historical video projection, live music by KCRW DJ, Anthony Valadez, and more.
Sunday, June 16
KCRW’s World Festival
Location: Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood
Chromeo, Toro y Moi, Noname and Ian Isiah will take the stage of the Hollywood Bowl when KCRW’s World Festival returns for the 21st year at the popular outdoor concert venue.
Bloomsday 2019
Location: The Hammer Museum, Westwood
The Hammer will honor James Joyce by hosting Bloomsday 2019. The event features a dramatic reading by veteran actors Síle Bermingham, James Gallo, James Lancaster, John Lee, Johnny O’Callaghan, and Sonya Macari. Guinness and live music by Rattle the Knee will keep the party going in the courtyard.
DAD: A Paternal Immersive Experience
Location: SJU Theatre Group, NoHo
Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre Group will take participants through the trials and tribulations of being a DAD raising a child. In this immersive-theater production the audience will interact with a wild cast of coming-of-age characters. The show is directed by Brandon Slezak and produced by Zombie Joe. Running Sundays and Mondays through July 1.