Tasty Tidbits: New Restaurants, Umami, Hugos, Valentine Idea, Secret Menus and More

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BY KAREN YOUNG Last week we reported that Osteria Coppola in Sherman Oaks has closed. Now, a new  eatery, On the  Thirty, has already leased the premises with a beer and wine license. Sounds like a sports bar, but no confirmation yet. … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant and Food News in the San Fernando Valley

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BY KAREN YOUNG The Studio City restaurant scene just keeps growing.   Yesterday I caught a "hard hat" glimpse of Sammy's Woodfire Pizza and Grill which is currently under construction, but set to open May 10.  This is the 18th location for … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant and Food News in the 818

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BY KAREN YOUNG Many of you have been emailing  about the status of Stanley's, home of the best Chinese Chicken Salad in 818. Yes, there was a small fire in the kitchen last week, but as of yesterday evening (March 13), it has completely … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant News in the 818

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Hoagie or Cheesesteak?

BY KAREN YOUNG Red Room Wine Bar quietly opened in Encino this summer next to Coral Tree Cafe. Get a free glass of wine if you show their website page. Order wine by the glass (2.5 and 6 oz) or the bottle. Come for dessert, a light bite or a full … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant and Food News in the San Fernando Valley

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Lollibakes are the original cake pop—a perfect bite of cake and confection. Photo: Diana Sproveri Bake Shop

BY KAREN YOUNG Prizzi's full move from Hollywood to Burbank is finally here. The Italian restaurant with its famous pizza will officially open at 6 a.m. on Monday, August 15. Check out their Facebook page for opening specials (and perhaps a sneak … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant and Food News in the San Fernando Valley

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Buttercelli Bake Shop just opening serving organic sweets and fresh dripped coffee. Photo: Buttercelli

BY KAREN YOUNG It's Mini Pieapalooza Thursday, June 9 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Cafe Aldente in Studio City as Magpie Gourmet Mini Pie (with MDF resident chef Gwen Kenneally) hosts its first evening tasting event. Lemon, apple, blueberry and key lime … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Restaurant News in the 818

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BY KAREN YOUNG My big fave, Georgio's Cucina in Studio City, has a brand new website featuring their new chef, Jeffrey Nimer.  Check it for daily specials. Not to be missed is the special Sunday Supper—a three course meal is $15. Wine is $6 a … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Charlie Sheen's Winner Hot Dog, Sunday Supper and Wine Dinner Deals, Au Revior Wine Bistro, Burrito Madness

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BY KAREN YOUNG This week: Say goodbye to an old friend, enjoy incredibly well priced Sunday Suppers and a stimulus inspired wine dinner, go burrito mad—and speaking of mad (take it any way you want), check out Charlie Sheen's winner hot dog. … [Read more...]

Tasty Tidbits: Saddle Peak Lodge Chef comes to Studio City, Il Tiramisu Wine Dinner Deal, Hugo's updates, Encino cafe change

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Chef Adam Horton

BY KAREN YOUNG In a major culinary coup, Ventura Boulevard's fine dining landscape just got a huge boost with the announcement that Saddle Peak Lodge’s Chef Adam Horton is leaving the landmark restaurant and will move to Raphael Restaurant in … [Read more...]