KUSH Sake Bar has arrived in Silverlandia– A new sake sampler and yakitori bar in the former Cortez Restaurant space near Sunset Blvd and Allison ave. Ji Taek Lim who is the owner of Silverlake Ramen is connected with Kush Sake Bar. We have no details about the menu we only know sake and yakitori are now being served. Will the folks of Silverlandia develop a taste for sake? What is yakitory you ask? a Japanese type of skewered meat. Yakitori is made with several bite-sized pieces of chicken meat, or chicken offal, mounted on a bamboo skewer and grilled, usually over Binchōtan charcoal....
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You say to yourself, I want my drink to smoke; I want a samurai sword while I’m eating my meal, and I want some other crazy things to look at. Welcome to Barton G in Hollywood. Enjoy a night out with some friends and some great conversation while drinking Sabrinatini. This is no ordinary martini first off; this comes complete with a nitro champagne swizzle stick. Hanging off to the side of your drink is a chocolate monkey! This is every grownups dream right here if you have a heart of a little kid. Combining some 1980’s do it yourself science experiment, booze, and did I mention the chocolate monkey? This is a cool kids drink by far. CAUTION: DO NOT PUT THE SWIZZLE STICK IN YOUR MOUTH. Now on to some good eats served with a unique twist. This place is great. When you order a meal with a samurai sword; do you get to play with it? This cutting edge samurai tuna feast comes complete with a great meal and a samurai sword. That’s not the only zany meal here. When you order the mouse trap mac and cheese you get an over flowing portion the best mac and cheese served on a plate that looks like….you guessed it, a mouse trap. With a combination with some wacky drinks and meals throw in some radical décor, Barton G is the place to be to leave your troubles at the door and have an epic night out. ...
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Need to find a restaurant with a lot to offer? Then Malo should be your first choice. With entertainment just about every night of the week you can enjoy a wide variety of shows. I know from experience that their burritos are massive! When you think you should stop eating your taste buds say, “you can do this”. Music, comedy, and big burritos, what more would you want? The décor is nice too, nothing too fancy and not too bohemian. Malo also has good prices. The meals are huge and your wallet won’t hurt after a night out....
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Hockey and swearing go together like mash potatoes and gravy. But when you’re Mayor Garcetti I guess you can have a side order of an F bomb. It was a great day for the Los Angeles Kings as they were presented the Stanley Cup at the Staples Center after beating the New York Rangers 3 to 2. Now we can say the Mayor is the bad boy of politics. “They say there are two rules in politics,” says Garcetti. “Never, ever be pictured with a drink in your hand and never swear. But this is a big f##king day.” What’s his slogan going be? F##k you, vote for me? New York Mayor Bill De Blasio had a bet with Garcetti. If the New York Rangers lost, De Blasio would have to sing the song “I love L.A.”. If the L.A. Kings lost, Garcetti would have to sing “New York, New York” on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Let’s just say that the Mayor of New York should stick with being the Mayor. Source: laist.com...
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This isn’t your usual Pilates studio in Echo Park. This is a studio welcoming all different types of art like, cardio boxing, ballet classes, Samba/Salsa, and hosting events such as, jazz nights, spoken word nights along with other styles of music. With a studio surrounded by natural light and a “Zen Living room” this is spot with an amazing decor and atmosphere. Perfect for someone looking to get into the art field or if you want to see what it’s all about. Here are some events and classes the Pilates and Arts studio are having this summer. Need a good laugh? Then come out June 19th for the “Hipster Replacements” music and comedy show. In late August attend an art opening celebrating the 1984 L.A. Olympics 30th anniversary “L.A. Art Stars” notable L.A. artists exhibiting. Enjoy Monthly 90 minute Pilates workshops with optional discounted private follow-up session. You can catch The Art of Fine Wine Tasting with sommelier Wendy Storch as well. And don’t forget about FREE monthly dance history lecture/screening, moderated by AdultballetLA. Source: theeastsiderla.com ...
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