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While some schools around the country are pushing to ban the sale of soda to children, Jamba Juice is trying to get its beverages in school doors . According to NRN, JambaGo kiosks are expected to hit 400 to 500 schools by the end of this year. Jamba Juice CEO James White says he is “excited because we think we’re one of the solutions to the current fight .” [NRN] Excerpt from: Food Revolution: While some schools around the country…
Click here to view the full photogallery. [Renderings: Studio PCH ] Studio PCH , the design firm responsible for the new Nobu Malibu, is also behind the look of next door neighbor Malibu Cantina , a beachy keen addition to the previous PierView restaurant site. The two floor eatery is clad with blonde wood, doors that open out to the ocean, breezy curtains, and Knoll-style Risom chairs. Does the space scream Malibu? Yes. Malibu Cantina’s ground floor offers extensive patio seating, in addition to a bar and small lounge space. Meanwhile, a second lounge area plus fireplace and dining room exist upstairs. The Studio PCH website states claim to a “Spring 2012″ debut, but like Nobu Malibu, the restaurant is still under construction and thus will likely open later this year. · Malibu Cantina Will Open Next to New Nobu Malibu [~ELA~] See more here: Sneak Peek : A Look Inside The Sleek New Malibu Cantina
Click here to view the full photogallery. Last week Grind House Coffee owner Michael Quinones soft opened Rockpaper Coffee in the previous Coffee T Bar space on Sunset at Gardner. The unfussy coffee shop brews single origin organic pour over drip coffee, in addition to smoothies, Brooklyn bagels, wraps, salads, sandwiches, and breakfast fare. An official grand opening is planned for this coming Friday/Saturday and all coffee drinks will be served gratis. In the future Rockpaper Coffee will host nightly music shows, stand-up comedy performances, and monthly live model life drawing classes. Hours of operation run daily from 7AM to 7PM. [EaterWire] Continued here: Coffee Wars : Rockpaper Coffee And More Hits Hollywood
LA Weekly ‘s resident restaurant critic Jonathan Gold is ready to announce the lineup for his 4th installment of the Gold Standard on March 4 , a culinary tasting event in which 40 Gold-approved restaurants set up shop to serve YOU. That is, if you decide to drop $75 on a ticket or $95 for VIP early entrance and a swag bag (a portion of the proceeds benefit Heal the Bay). Gold Standard 2012 takes place on March 4 from 1-5PM at the Petersen Automotive Museum and tix go on sale January 26. In typical Gold style, a mix of both high and low cuisines will be on offer, so far here’s who is serving: Animal, A-Frame, Baco Mercat, Chego, Chichen Itza, Drago Centro, Guelaguetza, Jitlada, La Casita Mexicana, LaOn, Little Dom’s, Meals by Genet, Mo-Chica, Mozza, Palate Food + Wine, Street, Mezze, Nickel Diner, Lukshon, MB Post, Night + Market, Playa, Providence, Ramen Jinya, Salt’s Cure, Sotto, Spice Table, Starry Kitchen and Short Order , plus more. A strong showing, indeed. As for booze, a release says, “The Wine House will be representing over 30 top-shelf wineries, all pouring their favorite vintages” but no specifics on vineyards. What happened last year? [EaterWire] See the rest here: Calendar : Jonathan Gold’s Gold Standard Returns March 4
The Tasting Kitchen chef Case Lane has settled on a name for his anticipated downtown gastropub: The Parish . While he had originally planned to configure the former Angelique Cafe space into this next incarnation by New Year’s Eve, delays have pushed the launch to late March . [EaterWire] Continued here: Eater Tracking: The Tasting Kitchen chef Case Lane…
Jason Neroni , the chef responsible for revitalizing Osteria La Buca with a fresh new spin post revamp and following Mama’s departure , has clocked out as of early January. Through the grapevine comes word that Neroni has signed on in a corporate chef role at Pitfire Pizza, though Neroni says this is not the case. [EaterWire] See the original post here: Chef Shuffle: Jason Neroni, the chef responsible for…
DOWNTOWN— It’s another story of food truck and brick and mortar. Mac & Cheeza’s owner, Larkin Mackey, recently told LAW that he was going to have to close his brick and mortar location downtown. Meanwhile, he’s been working on moving the operation onto a food truck. He’s also expanding. He’s about to launch a food truck both in Los Angeles and New Orleans. [LAW] CHINO— I & I Brewing , the newest in the thriving micro and small brewery business, has opened shop today in Chino. The menu currently features six offerings, including Honey Cream Ale, Peach Wheat Ale and a Belgian Cranberry Wheat. Their tasting room is open only on Fridays (4PM to 9PM) and Saturdays (1PM to 9PM). [EaterWire] BEVERLY HILLS— UrbanDaddy gets a couple of glam shots of Livello , the newest thing to hit L’Ermitage in quite some time. Livello serves a menu with a global influence and opens to the public on Monday. [UD] Follow this link: EaterWire: Mac & Cheeza News, I&I Brewing Opens in Chino
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Actor Morgan Freeman arrives at Vertu Grand opening for their new LA Boutique, Rodeo Drive on June 9, 2010 in Beverly Hills, California. Go here to read the rest: Freeman and Baldwin offer dates for charity
