By Tim Posada, 5/16/2013
Baz Luhrmann’s take on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece might not be groundbreaking cinema — especially considering “The Great Gatsby’s” importance to American literature and how Luhrmann’s “Moulin Rouge” opened new doors for popular cinema — but it’s a respectable attempt (the fourth on the big screen). This “Gatsby” captures the vibrant spirit of the work, [...] [...more]
By Jill Weinlein, 5/16/2013
Fairfax Avenue between Melrose and Beverly has become quite the hip destination with popular clothing stores like Supreme attracting a younger crowd. Restaurants like Canter’s have long been a draw for the area, and now Urban Garden can be added to the list of desirable attractions. This is the sixth restaurant for owner George Abou-Daoud. [...] [...more]
By Jill Weinlein, 5/16/2013
Best of the Bayou On May 18 and May 25, come to Dominick’s for a New Orleans crawfish boil on the patio. Chef Brandon Boudet has 300 lbs. of Louisiana Crawfish flown in to cook up with a creole remoulade, along with roast beef Po’boys. Both dishes pair nicely with Old New Orleans spiced rum [...] [...more]
By Jill Weinlein, 5/09/2013
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar The Woodland Hills location is hosting a four-course dinner paired with Guarachi Family Wines tonight at 6:30 p.m. Fleming’s Chef Partner Jay Cruz has created a top-tier menu. Each course will be complemented with a specific hand-selected Guarachi Family Wine. Alex Guarachi, Wine Enthusiast Importer of the Year in 2010 [...] [...more]
By Tim Posada, 5/09/2013
Marvel Studios and Disney are running these characters into the ground with recycled storylines that do nothing more than create empty shells for big budget special effects. I’m sure somebody is probably thinking that, but a comic book fan, or simply any lover of summer superhero fare, enjoys the serial structure of these films. And [...] [...more]
By admin, 5/02/2013
Actress Jane Fonda’s contribution to Hollywood were set in stone last Saturday, when the “Coming Home” star had her hand and footprints enshrined in concrete in front of the TCL Chinese Theatre. Her prints will be placed next to those of her father, Henry. Fonda’s acting career has spanned five decades and has garnered her [...] [...more]
By Jill Weinlein, 5/02/2013
Beverly Hills Hotel On May 4, Bar NINETEEN12 at The Beverly Hills Hotel will honor the tradition and pageantry surrounding the Kentucky Derby with a viewing party at 2 p.m. Complimentary whiskey tastings courtesy of Heaven Hill Distilleries, themed-appetizers and classic Derby cocktails will be served. Guests are encouraged to enter a “Best Hat” contest and [...] [...more]
By Jill Weinlein, 5/02/2013
Just in time for Cinco de Mayo...
My first experience at Tortilla Republic was in Poipu Beach, Kauai. The modern Mexican Grill and Margarita Bar offers a creative menu without using lard, unwanted preservatives or additives. Owned by the same restaurateurs who own Taste in the Pacific Palisades and on Melrose, they opened a second Tortilla Republic in West Hollywood in March [...] [...more]
By Tim Posada, 5/02/2013
Summer lovin’ — and a dash of hatin’
I love summer. Not the heat, just the movies. While others bemoan the erosion of art coming to fruition in the big budget, summer blockbuster, I can’t help but enter this season with the excitement of a child who found a tub of margarine. Alas, that pesky margarine can make you sick if you’re not [...] [...more]
By Tim Posada, 4/25/2013
Remember when science fiction films were larger than life and effectively executed? It’s been a while since one actually left a lasting impression, or even something not quite amazing but still fun. Tom Cruise returns to the genre that is like a second home to him in a film that is a model of blockbuster [...] [...more]
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