Eat
Burgers for carnivores and vegans alike 26
Shop Antiques and Home furnishings 12
See
The creations of celebrated architect A. Quincy Jones 14
Do
It’s Bike month – dust off your cycling gear. 22
FOCUS Insights into your neighborhood.
ISSUE 2: May/June 2013
Insights into your neighborhood.
Editor/Creative Director Mark Castellino Research Assistant Kim Nguyen Focus (ISSN 2328-1359) is published monthly and distributed free to homes in Brentwood CA 90049.
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CONTENTS See
Feature
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A. Quincy Jones
A great new retrospective of the master architect opens at the Hammer museum.
Live
Play
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Continuing the theme, we look at renowned architect designed houses for sale.
a polo match.
Architect Designed Kid’s Stuff Things to do in the next 30 days Houses from interactive plays to watching
Do
Eat
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Storybook Home
The main players and their roles in creating your storybook home.
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The former Bond villain has a sweet voice. Hear him sing Sinatra at the Vibrato Grill in Bel Air.
It’s Bike Month so let’s explore things to do on two wheels.
Robert Davi
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Bike It
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Mmm, Burgers.
Some of our favorite burgers are in jogging distance.
Brentwood is home to some of the finest creative people, renowned designers and elegant furnishings. If you’re planning to spruce up your home, we introduce the players and their roles in creating your...
STORYtory BOOK HOME
Photo: Lisa Romerein/Gianetti Home
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Home
The Tastemakers Brooke Gianetti PATINA STYLE
Brooke Giannetti is a Calfornia-based interior decorator, shop owner, and blogger. Brooke’s projects often incorporate Belgian, French and Swedish antiques, tightly slipcovered linen furniture combined with industrial and outdoor elements. She frequently collaborates with her husband, architect Steve Giannetti, on projects as well as their home furnishings store, Giannetti Home. Brooke and Steve’s work has appeared in Veranda Magazine, Coastal Living, C Magazine, Romantic Homes, HGTV, New Old House, Rue Magazine, Red Book, Good Housekeeping, The New York Times and several regional publications. Their first book, Patina Style, was published in September 2011 by Gibbs Smith. Brooke began her blog Velvet & Linen in 2009 to share her inspirations, and the
Hillary Thomas
MID CENTURY/ VINTAGE
projects she and Steve are working on, as well as the building process of Patina Farm, their home in Ojai, CA. Velvet & Linen now reaches over 150,000 readers every month and was named by the Washington Post as one of the Top 10 Design Blogs. Single room typical budget: $25K- $50K – includes window treatments, rugs, all furnishings
T: 310 826-2407 bgiannetti@mac.com www.gianettiarchitects.com
“We love to create spaces with an emotional impact that celebrate family life and the beauty in the imperfect.”
Hillary is the inspiration and original founder of Hillary Thomas Designs. Ten years ago, she “officially” took the plunge (but she’s been decorating her entire life!) and launched a traditional interior design business in Santa Monica, CA. The business has evolved from a successful interior design firm into a vibrant product and lifestyle company. Hillary believes that good design is not something off-the- shelf or necessarily one particular style. Rather, it’s an eclectic mix of the high and the low, where inexpensive flea market finds and fine antiques can effortlessly coexist. Originally from Locust Valley, Long Island, Hillary brings her passion for design and her open spirit to all her projects. Her goal is to bring out the inner-creative in even her most left-brained clients and friends. Rooted in her belief that life is multicultural, multilayered, and inspiring, Hillary loves nothing more than harmonizing different lifestyles, tastes, and beloved objects into a thoughtfully designed and highly individualized living space. Single room typical budget: $25K- $75K T: 310 472-2206 info@hillarythomasdesigns.com www.hillarythomasdesigns.com
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Michael Ostrow/ Roger Stoker HOLLYWOOD REGENCY
Michael Ostrow and Roger Stoker seek inspiration from history, reinterpreting great design of the past into interiors that are modern yet inviting. Founded in 2000 by designers Michael Ostrow and Roger Stoker, Grace Home Furnishings provides a vibrant, inviting atmosphere where you can shop, place a custom order, or get personalized decorating advice from their team of in-house designers. Whether you are looking for a unique piece of furniture or full-scale interior design services, Grace Home Furnishings can turn that vision into a reality that is classic and refined, elegant yet comfortable.
Ostrow and Stoker, with backgrounds spanning the fields of interior design, furniture manufacturing, art history and architecture, are the creative forces behind the store’s design aesthetic. Their recently introduced Grace Home CollectionŠ of custom upholstery and case good pieces, which they design and manufacture in California, is built to order and can be customized in any way. They have also designed interiors for high profile clients including Madonna and Heidi Klum and Seal. Their work has been featured in House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Architectural Digest, Angeleno, Los Angeles Magazine and the Los Angeles Times. Recognized across the country for excellence in design, Grace Home Furnishings is also known for their adorable chocolate brown Labrador retrievers, Gracie and her predecessor, Grace. Grace was the original mascot of the store and perfectly expressed the Grace Home brand – a seemingly effortless style of refined taste and elegance.
Single room typical budget: $30K- $100K T: 310 476-7176 www.gracehomefurnishings.com
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The Interior Designers Little Castle Productions TRADITIONAL
With more than 15 years of experience in event co-ordination and interior design, Erin Castellino started her own design firm, Little Castle Productions, in 2010. She has a keen eye for colors and patterns. In collaboration with her carefully selected team of custom furniture makers and artisans, Erin is an expert at helping her clients design, paint, and furnish their dream homes. Erin has worked with clients at every step of the design process on a variety of different projects, such as Cape Cod vacation homes, Aspen winter retreats, downtown Los Angeles luxury offices, and Bel Air estates. Erin’s flexibility extends to a wide range of budgets. Her overwhelming objective is to create elegant spaces that her clients truly love, and in which they feel at home.
Single room typical budget: $25K- $75K T: 310 694-8111 info@littlecastleproductions.com www.littlecastleproductions.com
Bonesteel Trout Hall SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BEAUTY
Since founding their partnership 20 years ago, Heidi Bonesteel, Michele Trout and Jill Hall have been recognized as one of America’s most successful and creative Interior Design teams. Bonesteel Trout Hall’s projects include national and international residences, golf residences, restaurants, private clubs and yachts. Their signature design style epitomizes the laid back glamour of the California lifestyle. This “California look” has attracted clients from as far away as Saudi Arabia and Australia, where their use of color, natural materials and a relaxed, whimsical style works its magic equally well. Heidi, Michele and Jill travel extensively in search of inspiration. They draw upon their California upbringing and European heritages to create spaces that inspire lightness and fun, while remaining classically in balance. Their projects have been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, California Home, Western Interiors, California Home and Design, and Coastal Living. In 2011, Bonesteel Trout Hall earned a spot as one of the 20 emergent and/or au courant designers to be featured in the online TradHome inaugural issue. LUXE magazine has recently named them a Style Maker for 2012. And in 2013, Bonesteel Trout Hall received the Pacific Design Center’s “Stars on the Rise” award, which honors design professionals who have achieved recognition in various fields of design. 8 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013
Heidi, Michele and Jill each have 20 years of design experience and each bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to the partnership. Heidi and Michele received their professional certificates from UCLA after graduating from University of California at Santa Barbara and Pepperdine University. Jill received her degree from UCLA. Single room typical budget: $150 per sq. ft. T: 310 454-8762 www.bonesteeltrouthall.com
Home Dana Lauren Designs
Kathryn Waltzer
TRANSITIONAL
Maryland native Dana Feldstein was born with a keen sense of style and a natural passion for design. After graduating from Syracuse University with a major in retail and a minor in management, Dana worked as a retail buyer for major companies, including Bloomingdale’s in New York. Shortly after moving out West, Dana completed the designing of her first and then second home, confirming that interior design was her calling. Her approach is to find that one object that speaks to you and then build around it using the colors, style and character. Dana’s strong work ethic, resourcefulness and personable nature, combined with her inspired vision produces outstanding results. Knowing that the client must live with the finished product, Dana is sensitive not to force her own style. She knows when to push you slightly beyond your comfort zone and when to let your vision and style come through.
The Landscape Designer
ALL STYLES/ CONTEMPORARY
“It’s all about the client.” Kathryn Waltzer’s unique ability to interpret a project’s mood and identify proper supporting design elements has allowed her to amass a portfolio of striking interior and exterior design projects reflecting a variety of tastes, styles and budgets. Whether producing environments for a traditional home, a mid-century modern, a contemporary or an outdoor space, Waltzer works closely with the client, helping them achieve their desired result. A graduate of UCLA Extension’s Environmental and Interior Design Program, Waltzer has been helping people with their homes and work spaces since 1995. Single room typical budget: $35K- $75K T: 310 890-0712 info@kathrynwaltzer.com www.kathrynwaltzer.com
Stephen Block
LANDSCAPE DESIGNER
Inner Gardens’ president Stephen Block has a vast knowledge of garden materials, rare plants, sculpture and landscaping for both residential and commercial spaces. Since 1989, when Inner Gardens opened, Stephen Block’s two Los Angeles showrooms offer the finest and most unusual specimens anywhere. Designers and stylish gardeners flock to Inner Gardens to find something special, one of kind and unique.
Single room typical budget: $10K- $20K T: 310 498 6677 dana@danalaurendesigns.com www.danalaurendesigns.com
More Designers Storm Interiors / Designers Call
Georgette Westerman
Susan Jay
Alan Kosa
1014 Amherst Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90049 Tel 310.820.5958 www.storminteriors.com 2148-C Federal Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90025 T 310.954.8118 www.susanjay.com
Los Angeles, CA T: 310.425 8228 georgettewesterman@gmail.com www.georgettewestermaninteriors.com Los Angeles, CA 90025 T: 201-207-1912 alan@alankosainteriors.com www.alankosainteriors.com
Stephen’s vast knowledge of rare plants, trees, shrubbery and antiques offers the access to the most discerning customers. Most recently, Inner Gardens completed the new Spago patio, Soho House rooftop and Elton John’s LA residence. Opening the door to Inner Gardens is a journey into horticultural splendor and amazing objet d’ art for the garden and home. Inner Gardens 6050 West Jefferson Blvd. CA 90016 T: 310-838-8378 www.innergardens.com
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The Designer/Architect
Tom Callaway
Thomas Callaway Associates, Inc. (TCA) is an interior design and residential design practice. Tom Callaway, owner and principal designer, has designed and renovated residences locally and across America, including projects in Beverly Hills, Malibu, Santa Fe, Jackson Hole, Chicago, New York, Natchez, Miami and Southport, Connecticut. Based in Santa Monica, TCA has been a respected leader in the Los Angeles design community since 1989. Initially an interior design service, it soon developed into a comprehensive practice that includes architectural design and planning, construction supervision, landscape design, interior decoration and a line of custom furnishings. In the past 24 years of business, Tom and his team have completed over 100 residential projects, including those for numerous film and television actors, directors, writers, producers, musicians, agents and studio executives in the entertainment industry. This work has brought his firm national acclaim and distinction in many shelter books and well known design magazines. On multiple occasions Tom has been included in House Beautiful’s ‘Top 100 designers in America’. He has appeared from time to time on the HGTV network. In 2012 Tom opened an art and antiques gallery called ‘Stuff Tom Likes’, which can be visited by appointment, and can be viewed online at 1stDibs. He has also completed a collection of textile prints on Belgian linen that he expects to bring to the market this year. Tom and his family have been living in Brentwood since 1986. T: 310 828-1030 info@thomascallaway.com www.thomascallaway.com www.stufftomlikes.net
The Contractor/Developer
The Artisan
Home
Cadee Wilder Grace & Greg Shain
Shain Development, Inc. is a full service general contracting and design firm, with over 25 years of experience. They specialize in luxury home development, primarily on the West side, including new construction, remodels, and restorations. Their passion is to create one-of- a-kind, timeless, dramatic, and functional homes. They are constantly challenging themselves to think out of the box for the most effective and efficient way to build. Currently, Shain is developing an approx. 10,500 sq. ft. home in Pacific Palisades on Chautauqua Blvd. The property measures over 53,000 sq. ft. and will include 7 bedrooms, 9 ½ bathrooms, 3 family rooms – one on each of the three levels, 2 laundry rooms, an expansive motor court, pool with spa, a large backyard with an outdoor entertaining pavilion, and incredible views of Rustic Canyon and the ocean beyond. This American style home will have East Coast, Georgian, and Colonial influences but will be designed for today’s modern lifestyles. The home will be available for sale in spring of 2014.
T: 310 968-7827 info@shaindevelopment.com www.shaindevelopment.com
WALLPAPER DESIGNER
What makes her collection unique is her knack for finding inspiration in everyday things. “My creative process isn’t really a process, its like an explosion I see something and BAM! all of a sudden my mind is racing, then I just start drawing and writing everything down as fast as I can before its gone.” Capturing a time, place or atmosphere and being able taking it home with you is what Kreme wallpaper is all about. Cadee designs without pretense, and her wallpapers have an honest perspective rooted in folk art from all over the world, along with everyday influence of life in California. Her designs are elegant, exciting, alluring, and provocative. Her versatility has enabled designers to use her papers from the most prestigious hotels in Las Vegas to accent walls in residences across the United States. T: 323 932-0068 info@kremelife.com www.kremelife.com
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1. Green Square Pillow $315
2. Swedish Writing Desk $3775
3. Dexter Sofa $2865
4. Harlowe Bookcase $2125
100% linen finished with violet trim and embroidered in endless knot motif. Included polyester insert. 22” x 22” Hillary Thomas Designs 11973 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.hillarythomasdesigns.com
Circa 1810 Swedish Writing Desk W33.75” x D22.75” x H44.75” Gianetti Home 11980 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 826-2407 www.gianettiarchitects.com
ON SALE till 5/31 90”w x 29”h x 40”d Seat Space: 73”w x 25”d x 19”h Cisco Home 11975 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.ciscohome.net
Shown in Recycled Douglas Fir wood, natural finish. 96”w x 96”w x 12”d Eden LA 11600 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.edenla.com
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5. Amalia Sugar Pot by Juliska $88
6. Moroccan Tray $395
7. Alistair Chair $2380
This divine petite lidded pot makes a pretty presentation of sugar and preserves Height: 5.0” Capacity: 6.0 oz Haven & Co 11965 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.haven.bridgecatalog.com
by Notre Monde - Painted, handmade driftwood tray, moroccan pattern. 24” diameter Signed by the artist. Calypso Home Brentwood Country Mart Santa Monica CA 90402 www.calypsostbarth.com
This beautiful slipper chair is based on a vintage 1960s game chair. W34” x D32” x H31” x SH16.5” Grace Home Furnishings 11632 Barrington Court Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.gracehomefurnishings.com
8. Gorgeous French Leather Club Chairs $9,000.00 France, 1930s Stunning pair of leather club chairs with fantastic patina. W34” x D32” x H31” x SH16.5” Gianetti Home 11980 San Vicente Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 www.gianettiarchitects.com
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Art
A. Quincy Jones BUILDING FOR BETTER LIVING
This is the first major museum retrospective of the Los Angeles-based architect’s work. Archibald Quincy Jones (1913–1979), who was known as Quincy, practiced architecture in Los Angeles from 1937 until his death in 1979. A quiet modernist and dedicated architecture professor at the University of Southern California, Jones worked to bring a high standard of design to the growing middle class by reconsidering and refining postwar housing and emphasizing cost-effective, innovative, and sustainable building methods. In addition, Jones is among the first architects of this period to view developments as an opportunity to build community through shared green spaces, varied home models, and non-grid site planning. Jones is credited with over 5,000 built projects, most of which still exist today, as the clients and homeowners shared
JONES’S PRACTICE Jones is equally well-known for the glamorous homes he designed for clients like the actor Gary Cooper and the art collectors Frances and Sidney Brody, as he is for his sensitive and modest housing developments built in the 1950s and 1960s. From 1946 to 1950 Jones worked with a collaborative team of other architects, engineers, and landscape architects to design the Mutual Housing Association of Crestwood Hills, a unique housing cooperative of more than 160 homes in Los Angeles’s Santa Monica Mountains. Additionally, with his professional partner Frederick E. Emmons, Jones designed many Eichler Homes developments in California around San Francisco and Los Angeles. Easy-going and ambitious, Jones worked closely and often with other designers, including architects Paul R. Williams, Frederick Emmons, Whitney Smith, and Edgardo Contini; landscape architects Garrett Eckbo and Thomas Church; developer Joseph Eichler; and interior designer William Haines, among others, throughout his career. In addition to residential architecture, A. Quincy Jones also designed churches, restaurants, libraries, university buildings, schools, and commercial buildings. Jones prioritized the spatial experience Jones’s compassion for ‘better of each building’s interior space, used lightweight living.’ Known by architects for structural systems, and had an interest in ‘greenbelt designing from the inside out, planning,’ making him a premier architect for the Jones’s homes and buildings are residential developments and corporate campuses celebrated for expansive interior that flourished during the post-war period. He spaces, thoughtful and efficient constantly experimented with materials including building layouts, and a reverence steel, plywood, and masonry block construction and for the outdoors, which still put particular emphasis on the siting of buildings to resonates in contemporary design ensure access to light, air, ventilation, and views. today. 14 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013
- Sept 8 Projects include work for John Entenza’s Case Study House program, Sasha Brastoff ceramics factory, USC’s Annenberg School of Communications, expanded headquarters for furniture manufacturer Herman Miller, and a Tiny Naylor’s restaurant and bar. Notable built projects around Los Angeles, which are still in use, include St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church (Studio City, 1962) and the Northridge
Congregational Church (Northridge, 1962), both of which feature soaring interior spaces that utilize laminated timber construction, and the headquarters for Warner Bros Records (Burbank, 1975), which brought the warmth of materials associated with the domestic scale to a large office building. Hammer Museum 10899 Wilshire Blvd CA 90024 Monday: closed, Tuesday - Friday: 11am – 8 pm, Saturday/Sunday: 11am – 5 pm Admisssion $10. Thurdays Free. More info: hammer.ucla.edu
- July 7
Ernest Cole Photographer
Ernest Cole (1940–90), one of South Africa’s first black photojournalists, passionately pursued his mission to tell the world what it was like to be black under apartheid. With imaginative daring, courage and compassion, he portrayed the lives of black people as they negotiated through apartheid’s racist laws and oppression. Lines of migrant mineworkers waiting to be discharged from labor, a schoolchild studying by candlelight, parks and benches for “Europeans Only,” young men arrested and handcuffed for entering cities without their passes, worshippers in their Sunday best, crowds crammed into claustrophobic commuter trains; these are just some of the scenes that Cole captured between 1958–66.
Pacific Coast Highway (contact sheet), 1974-1975
Ed Ruscha
Fowler, Museum at UCLA. Monday & Tuesday: closed Wednesday: noon – 5 pm Thursday: noon – 8 pm Friday: noon – 5 pm Saturday/Sunday: noon – 5 pm Admisssion Free. More info: fowler.ucla.edu
Standard, Amarillo, Texas, 1962
Ed Ruscha’s art is characterized by graphic simplicity, playful humor, and a keen interest in the vernacular as it applies to both language and architecture. This exhibition explores his photography, including well-known photo-based book projects. He moved to Los Angeles in 1956 and over a span of 50 years, he has produced paintings, photographs, prints, drawings, and films that often reflect on the city’s vernacular architecture, urban landscape, and car culture. Photography has always been central to his artistic practice, notably his extensive documentation of Los Angeles streets, beginning with Sunset Boulevard in 1965. Several of the photographs that appeared in these publications became source material for works of art that he would realize in other media, either at the same time or years later—for example, the photograph of Standard Station, Amarillo, Texas, published in Twentysix Gasoline Stations and later abstracted in a well-known painting now in the Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College.
- July 21
Getty Museum 1200 Getty Center Drive Monday: closed Tuesday - Friday: 10am – 5.30 pm Saturday: 10am - 9pm Sunday: 10am – 5.30 pm Admisssion Free. Parking $15 car. More info: getty.edu
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Photo: Michael Lamont
Performance
Music Theater Dance. 26 MAY
Jazzreggae Festival 10:00am UCLA Intramural Field, Los Angeles, CA After 26 years, the JazzReggae Festival at UCLA has become one of most diverse, unique, and well renowned music festivals on the West Coast. Bringing together
Miss Julie
some of the most influential artists from around the world, this two day event is a blend of music, art and culture that attracts over 20,000 guests a year. Ziggy Marley and Marcia Griffiths are among the artists performing. Tickets $30 – 1 day pass $50 – 2 day pass More info: www.jazzreggaefest.com
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August Strindberg’s classic about sex, greed and manipulation is adapted by the modern master of such tantalizing topics: Neil LaBute. The scandalous turn of the century drama, banned in Britain for nearly fifty years after its publication, chronicles the night-long flirtation and seduction between the wealthy lady of the house and one of her father’s household employees. Set on Long Island just before the 1929 stock market crash and featuring one of theater’s most commanding female characters, this world premiere adaptation couples provocateurs Strindberg and LaBute who capture the timeless consequences of passion and power. Tickets $37-$57 for preview performances and from $47-$77 for the regular run. Geffen Playhouse 10886 Le Conte Avenue, CA 90024 T: 310-208-5454 More info: geffenplayhouse.com
Photo: Messe Solenelle/LA Opera
SATURDAY 17 MAY
Dulce Rosa
Plácido Domingo Conducts this World Premiere. The Broad Stage and L.A. Opera have joined forces to co-produce the world premiere of Dulce Rosa, a fully-staged opera by composer Lee Holdridge and librettist Richard Sparks, based on the Isabel Allende short story “Una Venganza” (“An Act of Vengeance”). Dulce Rosa is a tale of romance and ruin, of revenge and redemption set in a South American country in the early 1950s. In the aftermath of a violent political uprising, a young woman plans her revenge against the merciless guerilla who murdered her father. Plácido Domingo, The Eli and Edythe Broad General Director of L.A. Opera, will conduct a production featuring the L.A. Opera Chorus and Orchestra. The title role will be performed by Uruguayan soprano María Eugenia Antúnez. The media art director and set designer is Yael Pardess, with costumes by Durinda Wood, lighting by Anne Militello, and projections by Jenny Okun. This is the inaugural project of the L.A. Opera Off Grand series, devoted to new and eclectic operatic works presented in venues away from the company’s home at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.Tickets $150 Edye Broad Stage. 1310 11th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401. T: 310 434 3200. More info: thebroadstage.com 16 FOCUS | MAY/JUNE 2013
TILL JUNE 9
Annapurna
WEDNESDAY 29, THURSDAY 30 MAY
Robert Davi
8pm with opening comedian Mike Marino Robert Davi is an award-winning actor, screenwriter, director, producer, and what many are finding out, an extraordinary jazz vocalist, as stated by many, including Quincy Jones: “As FS would say, ‘Koo, Koo.’ Wow! I have never heard anyone come this close to Sinatra’s sound – and still be himself. Many try, but Robert Davi has the voice, tone, the flavor and the swagger. What a surprise.” From his portrayal of James Bond villain Franz Sanchez in “Licence to Kill” to FBI profiler Bailey Malone in “Profiler,” Robert Davi is one of the film industry’s most recognized tough guys, whether on the big screen or on television. Interview Magazine has called him “a latterday Humphrey Bogart” and GQ Magazine has compared him to silver screen classics Robert Mitchum and Lee Marvin. His tough exterior masks a powerful inner sensitivity, which he calls upon for his most notorious roles providing complexity to characters even where, initially, it was not present. This entertainer always gives passion and heart to all he does. One has to only listen to his debut music album, Davi Sings Sinatra: On the Road to Romance (Fontana/ Universal Music Group), to experience it. Davi has always loved to sing and entertain. At 15, he received acclaim for his voice, having been awarded First Place in the prestigious New York State School Music Association Solo Competition. As a young adult, he studied under several top vocal teachers including the legendary Tito Gobbi, Dan Ferro of Juilliard, Samuel Margolis (who taught Robert Merrill) and most recently, renowned vocal coach Gary Catona. Vibrato Grill 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Bel Air, CA 90077 T: 310 474-9400 More info: www.vibrato.herbalpertpresents.com
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What The Butler Saw
Dr. Prentice, a psychiatric doctor in an exclusive, private clinic, is attempting to interview (and seduce) an attractive would-be secretary, Geraldine. Unwittingly surprised by his wife, he hides the girl. The affairs multiply as Mrs. Prentice, being seduced and blackmailed by young bellhop Nicholas Beckett, has promised him the secretarial post. When a government inspector arrives, chaos, underpants and crossdressing lead the charge. This classic British farce will be sure to have you rolling in the aisles. 8pm. Tickets: $20. Morgan Wixson Theater 2627 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405 More info: www.morgan-wixson.org
Real life husband and wife team, Megan Mullally, (Will & Grace), and Nick Offerman (Parks & Recreation), star in ANNAPURNA, written by Sharr White and directed by Bart DeLorenzo. After twenty years apart, Emma tracks Ulysses to a trailer park in the middle of nowhere for a final reckoning. What unfolds is a visceral, profound and sometimes funny meditation on love and loss with the simplest of theatrical elements: two people in one room.
“From White’s poignant script to Bart DeLorenzo’s faultless direction to Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman’s beautifully centered performances, ‘Annapurna’ is a lovely theatrical construct from the ground up.” - F. Kathleen Foley, LA Times “This heart-wrenching story of love and loss will capture you from start to finish. Whether this is a crushing embrace or a welcome caress is entirely up to you.” - Michelle Sandoval, EDGE Tickets: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: $25; Saturdays, Sundays: $30 Odyssey Theater 2055 South Sepulveda Blvd. CA 90025 T: 310-477-2055 More info: www.odysseytheatre.com
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KIDS
Things to do in May and June MAY 18: 11am
Story Pirates
Ages: 3-12 Costs $13-$15 While many children’s theater troupes tell stories to kids, the Geffen Playhouse Story Pirates believe that every child has a story to tell -- especially yours! The process begins by collecting stories from local kids (submit your story online) – whether it’s a world where cats can fly or a rock opera about fuzzy alien tickle monsters, the Pirates will turn any short story into a hilarious sketch comedy musical! Described as “Monty Python meets Schoolhouse Rock,” this show is different every week. Pitched perfectly to grown ups and kids alike, The Flagship show can set sail with your whole family on board. Plus, there’s free ice cream for the whole audience! Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Avenue, CA 90025. More info: geffenplayhouse.com
NOW - JUNE 30: SAT 12-12.30pm, SUN 1.30-2pm
Winnie The Pooh
Costs: $15 Adult $10 Child Ages: 5 and under
Journey deep into the hundred acres woods with Christopher Robin to play with Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eyore, Rabbit and energetic Tigger. Winnie the Pooh and his friends are sure to delight all ages as they encourage the ask the audience to help Pooh search for honey. Classic songs from Winnie the Pooh as well as toddler favorites will have the whole family stomping their feet, clapping their hands and singing along!
This fun 30 minute show is specially designed for the under 5 crowd and their families. The show is light and bright with minimal dialogue, no black outs or scary villains. The makeup is minimal and costuming is “Pajama Style” so it’s not intimidating. Twinkle-Theater shows are audience interactive and have a special section for children to sit on stage or close to the stage, so they can easily get up and sing and dance with the characters. It’s absolutely fine for your child to blow their instrument, talk to the characters or sing and dance with them! Musical instrument toys are given to children when they enter the theater prior to the show. We encourage you and your child to use the instrument or sing during songs! After all shows there is a character meet and greet where your child may get autographs, take pictures and video. Promenade Playhouse, 1404 3rd
Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401 T: 310 804-0223
MAY 18: 10.30am
James Horvath/Andrew & Polly Storytime & Musical Extravaganza Ages: 3-103 Costs: $13-$15
In James Horvath’s brightly illustrated new picture book, Dig, Dog, Dig: A Construction Tail, Top dog Duke leads a hilarious crew of colorful dogs to work a construction site and build a new park. Providing music for James’ presentation will be children’s music phenomenons Andrew & Polly. Their folksy vocal harmony and cornucopia of acoustic instruments (mandolins, accordions, ukuleles, shakers, bananas) delight kids and parents alike. Childrens Book World 105801/2 West Pico Blvd. More info: www.childrensbookworld.com
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JUNE 1, 2 - JUNE 8, 9: 11am - 5pm
Annenberg Pre-Season Splash
Ages: All ages Costs: $4-$10 It’s not open daily until June 15th but you can get a splashing pre-season preview these two weekends at the wonderful oceanside Beach House. Built in the 1920s by William Randolph Hearst, there are plenty of things for the whole family to do – including a splash pad, children’s play area, gallery, historic pool, and Marion Davies Guest House. Annenberg Beach House, 415 P.C.H., Santa Monica, CA More info: beachhouse.smgov.net
JUNE 1: 11am - 6pm
Santa Monica Festival
Ages: All ages Costs: Free The Santa Monica Festival features live music, dance performances, art workshops, food trucks, cooking demonstrations, fitness classes, and other interactive activities that reflect the culture and diversity of this seaside community. Free admission, parking and bike valet.Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405 More info: smgov.net JUNE 8: 7pm - 10pm
MAY 18 - JUNE 2: 11am
Freckleface Strawberry
Ages: All ages Costs: $35 Priority seating: $80 Gala: $350 (includes post-film supper)
Join Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra on Saturday for their 24th Annual Silent Film event. The evening features Buster Keaton’s Our Hospitality (1923) with music composed by Carl Davis and conducted by Timothy Brock and Walt Disney’s Hungry Hobos (1928) with music composed and conducted by six-time Emmy-Award winning composer Mark Watters. Both scores are performed live by Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. Following the films, the LACO hosts a supper party on the Ahmanson Terrace for VIP patrons. Royce Hall UCLA, 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Photo: Emma Thompson
Photo: Marcin Dabrowski
Ages: 3+. Costs $10 Adult $7 Child FRECKLEFACE STRAWBERRY was just like every other girl – except she had bright red hair and something worse… freckles! This upbeat children’s musical based on the beloved New York Times Best Selling book by actress Julianne Moore teaches a wonderful lesson about loving the skin you are in. Morgan Wixson Theater, 2627 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405 More info: morgan-wixson.org
Silent Film Event
JUNE 2: 10.30am
A Faery Hunt
Ages: 2-8 Costs: $12.50 A Faery Hunt is an interactive show. The performances include dancing, singing and embrace uplifting life messages of kindness, forgiveness, respect, and ecological responsibility in a light and entertaining way. There is only gentle and silly fun in all of our shows – Nothing is scary in our Faeryland. The shows are amusing and fun for the whole family.. Crestwood Hills Park, 1000 Hanley Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90049 More info: www.afaeryhunt.com
JUNE 9: SAT 2-5pm & SUN 10-1pm.
Polo Match Ages: All ages Costs: Free
Take the whole family to the only remaining polo field in Los Angeles. It was originally the private estate of Will Rogers, the cowboy, author, movie star and polo player. In fact, Will Rogers landscaped the polo field in 1926, before he even built his home! Rogers and his family lived here between 1928 and 1935. During this period, he and his friends (David Niven, Spencer Tracy, Hal Roach, Walt Disney and Clark Gable) played on this field on weekend mornings.
Will Rogers Polo Club. Will Rogers State Park, 1501 Will Rogers State Park Rd., Pacific Palisades
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Snippets News and Gossip.
SUNDAY, 26 MAY 5-10PM An Unforgettable Evening – Placido Domingo An Unforgettable Evening will uniquely blend old Hollywood glamour, philanthropy, culture, and current LA society. Featuring a rare, intimate performance by legendary Plácido Domingo. The event will be limited to 250 affluent guests at an historic private estate in Santa Monica. Private Santa Monica Estate. For ticket or sponsorship information, please contact John Seiber, T: (323) 930-6208. john.seiber@alz.org
Apparently Beyoncé and Jay-Z have plans to buy Cher’s 1.7-acre walled compound in Malibu for $40 million. The property comes with a six-bedroom Italian Renaissance mansion with a gym and theater, plus a walled tennis court, a pool, an underground garage, and a guesthouse. Cher first listed it back in 2008 for $45 million, then relisted a couple months ago for $41 million. Cher has at least twice turned down offers in excess of $40 million.”
T: 818-865-3860 Luxe Hotel Sunset Blvd www.mystuffbags.org
HAMMER AWARDED $100,000 FOR WESTWOOD RENEWAL PROJECT
The Hammer Museum will receive a $100,000 grant to implement an urban renewal project Arts ReStore LA: Westwood. It will use its network of local talent and expertise in arts and culture to curate an artisanal pop-up village, using the vacant retail spaces. The Hammer will work with the building owners to provide work and retail space for artists and artisans to sell their wares and artistic output.
Maria Shriver Elevating Humanity Maria Shriver joins NBC News as a special anchor, reporting on the shifting roles, emerging power and evolving needs of women in modern life. Through a series of special projects, the former First Lady of California will examine the profound impact that women’s rising influence and leadership has had on all aspects of American culture and society. “I’ve always believed that television can inspire and elevate humanity, and that’s my mission with this new partnership,” said Maria Shriver in a press release. “I look forward to shining a light on all areas of a woman’s experience – from faith and finances, wellness and work, to relationships and the new realities of modern life – and exploring these issues in a way that brings the voices of men into these critically important conversations.”
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@katyperry I’m not gonna lie, I feel very vulnerable after a nap. @rupertmurdoch About to celebrate buying beautiful small vineyard right in LA. Great wine, Moraga, owned by great Angelino, Tom Jones. Time cover,1961! @SarahKSilverman It’s a well known fact that motionactivated paper towel dispensers don’t work for jews @ParisHilton Feeding my puppies their midnight snack. @ZooeyDeschanel Nonfat milk is like an insult to dairy.
WEDNESDAY, 29 MAY 10AM-3PM
Chic Stuff Boutique and Luncheon My Stuff Bags Foundation for abused and neglected children will hold its 4th Annual Chic Stuff Boutique and Luncheon at the beautiful Luxe Hotel Sunset. Guests will enjoy stylish shopping, great food, a gorgeous setting, and will be helping a very worthy cause. Tickets are $55 each; table for 10 is $500. Valet parking included. Space is limited. Reservations are required.
CELEBRITY TWITTER
@jimmyfallon Bill Clinton said Hillary hasn’t said anything to him about 2016. But in fairness, she hasn’t said anything to him since 1998. @DENISE_RICHARDS Greatest ex @charliesheen my mom’s day gift flying me home on his plane so I can take the kids to school. @carlyraejepsen When I sneeze I sound like Snow White. All high pitched and cartoony. It’s the one time I feel like a Disney princess so I ham it up.
RESTAURANT NEWS Fastest Pizza in the Land
Good news for people who don’t like to wait for their oven to preheat. Il Piccolo Ritrovo is now where San Gennaro Cafe used to be in Brentwood Village. Their $25,000 woodburning oven fires at 1,000 degrees and cooks a pizza in 90 seconds, one up on 800 Degrees in Westwood.
Alcoholic Lemonade
Lemonade on Barrington Ave, also in Brentwood Village, is applying for a beer and wine license.
UCLA Bruins Fixtures
INTERIOR DESIGN FOR ELEGANT HOMES
LITTLE CASTLE PRODUCTIONS
info@littlecastleproductions.com T: 310 694 8111 littlecastleproductions.com
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Fitness
MAY is Bike Month
Photo: Luke Todd
Cycling Clubs
Events
WEST LA CYCLING CLUB For those of you who are new to cycling or looking for a group to motivate you to ride on the weekends, or who simply want to get outside, get some exercise, and make new friends. WLA Cycling club is a group of cyclists who enjoy getting outside for a weekly bike ride, with an emphasis on socializing. The rides usually include lunch. Mostly Sunday rides, (though members may lead rides anytime) start at 10 am. and are for beginners and intermediate cyclists. $27 annual membership includes a Tshirt. www.wlacyclingclub.com LA WHEELMEN Newcomer’s rides. Sunday, May 19 – 9:00 a.m. The (mostly) monthly Newcomer’s rides are intended to introduce riders to club or group riding. They’re for riders who want to be more comfortable on group rides or on city streets with cars. The course will be decided by the leader based on the group’s cycling experience and time constraints. The rides are rather flat, possibly 15 miles or so, and include a break for snacks. Everyone stays together and no one is ever left behind. If you want to ride farther and faster and to more interesting places around the Westside, the Newcomer Ride is the perfect start. Bring a signed waiver, cash for snacks, patch kit or spare tube. Helmets required. $20 annual membership. T: Kermit Ganier, (310) 367-0458. www.lawheelmen.org VELO CLUB LA GRANGE One of California’s oldest cycling clubs, founded by Raymond Fouque, it fields one of the top amateur racing teams in the United States. Past members include a Tour de France stage winner, an Olympic gold medalist, and numerous U.S. National and California state champions. As a member, you are eligible for discounts, including special “Pro-Deals” which include bicycle components, team apparel and nutritional products. Members are eligible to participate in the intra-club racing series La Grange Cup and attend the Annual Club Picnic and year end Awards Banquet as well as special group rides and team camps. $72 annual membership www.lagrange.org
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May 17, 6pm- Bike Night
An evening celebrating all things bicyclistic! Free festivities include bicycle portraits, a bike repair station, a screening of the 1983 Australian action movie BMX Bandits (starring a young, notyet-famous Nicole Kidman). Guest hosted by artist and bicycle enthusiast/activist Lisa Anne Auerbach. Hammer Museum.10899 Wilshire Blvd, CA 90024.hammer.ucla.edu
Resources Bike map Westside: www.bicyclela.org/pdf For bike maps, parking, safety info and general riding etiquette visit www.bicyclela.org
See/FILM
MAY/JUNE: New Movies
CLASSIC REMAKE
THRILLER
INDIE
The Great Gatsby follows wouldbe writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz and bootleg kings. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super-rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles. Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio ,Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Isla Fisher Director: Baz Luhrmann. Rated:PG13.
Sarah Moss (Marling) is a brilliant operative for an elite private intelligence firm whose top objective is to ruthlessly protect the interests of their A-list corporate clientele. She is assigned to go undercover to infiltrate an anarchist collective known for executing covert attacks upon major corporations. Living amongst them in an effort to get closer to their members, Sarah finds herself unexpectedly torn between two worlds as she starts to fall in love with the group’s charismatic leader, finding her life and her priorities irrevocably changed. Stars: Brit Marling, Alexander Skarsgard, Ellen Page, Julia Ormond, Patricia Clarkson Director: Zal Batmanglij. 101 minutes. Rated: R.
Third sequel to the films Before Sunrise and Before Sunset, directed by Richard Linklater. We meet Jesse and Celine nine years on in Greece. Almost two decades have passed since their first meeting on that train bound for Vienna. The drama picks up with Jesse (Ethan Hawke) and Celine (Julie Delpy) two decades after their first meeting on a train bound for Venice. This time, the story of the star-crossed lovers takes place just before the clock strikes midnight. Stars: Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy Director: Richard Linklater. 101 minutes. Rated: R
The Great Gatsby
The East
Before Midnight
BIG BUDGET
Star Trek Into Darkness
When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis. With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction. As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew. Stars: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban, Zoe Saldana Director: J.J. Abrams 127 minutes. Rated: PG 13.
Eat|See|Hear - Clueless Saturday, Jun 1 5:30p
Katy Perry fans won’t want to miss this year’s special screening of one of her favorite films, Clueless! Snack on the new Katy Perry Kettle Corn popchips flavor at this event. And in keeping with “girl power” all of the food trucks this evening are woment owned/operated and the music is from a female-fronted band, with Leilani Francisco. Based on the novel by Jane Austen, Cher (Alicia Silverstone) is a wealthy, popular, pretty sixteen-year-old. As the real world unfolds before her, she gradually realizes that all the intricacies of life – dating, fashion, and beauty – that she thought she was clued into become complicated and she is actually completely clueless. Lady Food Trucker Night! The event is dog friendly and there will be free biscuits at the door for your furry, 4-legged friends! Paul Revere Middle School, Allenford Ave Los Angeles, CA $10/$8 under 12 Doors: 5:30pm | Music: 7pm | Movie: 8:30pm www.eatseehear.com
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The best things in life are
ACTIVITIES
May 19, 26 – Serenity Sundays: Yoga and Breakfast
Free
Here are some things you can do around your neighborhood this month, that won’t break the bank.
Photo: Adam Rindy
May 17, 6pm – Bike Night ART
May 18-19 – Beverly Hills Art Show
Artists from the southland and across the United States will descend upon four blocks of historic Beverly Gardens, in the center of Beverly Hills. Nearly 250 artists personally represent and sell their work, art which ranges from traditional to edgy, from prettily pastoral to grittily urban. Beer and wine gardens serve snacks and light meals, food trucks offer ethnic and classic American eats, and there’s live music.
BRING YOUR BICYCLES! Pedal on over for an evening celebrating all things bicyclistic! Free festivities include bicycle portraits, a screening of the 1983 Australian action movie BMX Bandits (starring a young, not-yet-famous Nicole Kidman), bicycle-centric crafts, and free admission to LLYN FOULKES. Guest hosted by artist and bicycle enthusiast/ activist Lisa Anne Auerbach. Hammer Museum.10899 Wilshire Blvd, CA 90024.hammer.ucla.edu
May 23, 12.30pm – Mindful Awareness
Mindful Awareness is the moment-bymoment process of actively and openly observing one’s physical, mental, and emotional experiences. Mindfulness is a means to reduce stress, improve attention and promote a general sense of well-being. No special clothing required, and participants are welcome to stay for 5 minutes or enjoy the entire 30-minute session.Billy Wilder Theater.10899 Wilshire Blvd, 90024.hammer.ucla.edu
Show hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and there’s easy, inexpensive parking just south of the Gardens. T: 310.285.6830 www.beverlyhills.org/artshow
FILM
June 4, 1.30pm – Wizards
Ralph Bakshi’s groundbreaking film about wizards, love, and fighting fascism utilizes traditional cel animation and a modified form of rotoscoping (with help from IBM) to emphasize the dangers of being over-reliant on technology. Featuring the voice of then-unknown actor Mark Hamill. (1977, 81 min. Rated PG.) 1.30pm. FREE; no reservations. Skirball www.skirball.org/series/classic
MUSIC
May 18, 6pm – Quadron
Coco O is equipped with a smooth, soulful voice, and Robin, with multiinstrumental talents. Together they create electronic soul with twists of R & B and folk. Quadron draws its inspiration from Lauren Hill, Sade, Jill Scott, mixing their sounds with all kinds of modern instruments. 6-9pm. Getty Center www.getty.edu
May 30, 6pm – The Ten Thousand Sunday Morning Yoga
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Invigorate your weekend with Gladstones’ new Serenity Sundays yoga and breakfast. Wake up your inner spirit with an hour-long beginners’ yoga session starting at 8AM in a private room. Afterwards, enjoy some light dishes like Yogurt and Granola Parfait, California Melons with Caramelized Peaches, Poached Eggs with Avocado, and Heirloom Tomato Frittata. Topped off with a stroll on the sand, it’s the perfect start to every Sunday. Donation-based. Reserve a spot T: 310 454-3474. 8:00-10:00am Gladstones 17300 Pacific Coast Hwy, CA 90272 www.sbe.com/gladstones
Complimentary in-store yoga from 9:30am-10:30am. Take your yoga mat and if you don’t have one, you can borrow one for the class. Lululemon 11920 San Vicente Blvd, T: 310 442-3563 brentwood-store@ lululemon.com
The Ten Thousand (who have opened for Portugal The Man, Shiny Toy Guns, and Haim) fill the Fowler amphitheater with their rockin’ music, energy, and fun. Opening for The Ten Thousand, and returning to the Fowler for the second time this year, will be The Wes Coast. Fowler, 308 Charles E. Young Drive East. CA 90095. www.fowler.ucla.edu
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Eat & Drink
Burgers
May is National Burger Month. What would we do the rest of the year? Here are our favorites for carnivores and vegans alike.
BARNEYS Turkey Burger Louisiana Style $8.95
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Turkey Burger (opposite)
Louisiana Style Blackened with Louisiana Cajun dust, sautéed bell peppers, carrots & zucchini $8.95 Barneys 11660 San Vicente Blvd Lunch: Mon-Fri: 11am - 10pm. T: 310 447-6000 www.barneyshamburgers.com
1 Portobello and Sausage Burger
3 Cheese Burger
2 VG – Cheeseburger
4 Hickory and Bleu Burger Sliders
Juicy grilled portobello mushroom, homemade Native Sausage Seitan, caramelized onions, pomodoro, sweet roasted garlic, creamy pumpkin seed pesto and mayo. $9.95 Native Foods Open: 11am - 10pm. 1114 Gayley Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90024 T: 310 209-1055 www.nativefoods.com
A firm textured veggie burger, topped with VG-Cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion and chipotle ranch sauce. Ask for it El Dorado style if you like jalapeños and caramelized onions. It comes with a side of vegetarian chilli or red cabbage slaw. And while we’re quibbling, if you don’t want the wholewheat bun you can have it on a bed of steamed kale. $9.95 Veggie Grill Open: Daily 11am - 10pm 10916 Lindbrook Dr., CA 90024 T: 310 209-6070. www.veggiegrill.com
A huge 3-section, juicy burger comes with fries or a truly amazing coleslaw, an upbeat jazz band every night, low light ambience and – did I say the burger was massive? Delicious! $18 Bandera Open: 11am - 10pm 11700 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90049 T: 310 447-3524 www.hillstone.com
Two sliders per order. I went twice (anonymously), and I asked if they would split the order. And they did both times. Soft, velvety texture to the organically sourced beef – and the sliders are a good size. The Hickory comes with bacon and bbq sauce, the Bleu with blue cheese. Tater tots on the side are a nice touch but you can substitute with one of the salads. $9.95 Roast Lunch: Daily 11am - 9pm. 147 S Barrington Avenue CA 90049 T: 310 476-1100 www.roastdelimarketla.com
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Real Estate MAY/JUNE 2013:
Houses for Sale, by Renowned Architects.
1133 Miradero Rd, CA 90210
$8,950,000 4 Beds | 4.5 Baths Set atop a promontory with total privacy and unobstructed views from downtown to the ocean to the Getty. A masterpiece by John Bertram, a renowned architect whose portfolio includes restorations of historic Neutra’s, Schindler’s and Launtners. Designed in the international style, the rooms are visually seamless architectural elements that offer an array of quietly surprising details. Among them, floor-to-ceiling walnut panels, moving walls of glass, pocket doors and wide-view windows with concealed frames. Built using green technology, utilizing solar power, and the highest efficiency products. Size: 2,089 sq ft Built 2009 Contact: Dena Luciano, Keller Williams Tel: (310) 600-3848 denaluciano@hotmail.com
Oceano Drive and Oceano Place, CA 90049
$2,995,000 3 Beds | 3 Baths Architecture embraces warmth in the heart of Brentwood. Conceived by award winning architect Lorcan O’Herlihy, this stunning home blends light and indoor/outdoor living to create a private sanctuary that is as ideal for entertaining a Sunday salon as it is for reading a book under the trees. The glass bridge that unites the private 3 ensuite bedrooms with the chefs kitchen and open plan living space, is reflective of the innovative design choices and finishes that are infinite throughout this rare property. Size: 3,485 sq ft. Built 1960 Contact: Simon Beardmore, Sothebys International Tel: (310) 892-6454 simon.beardmore@sothebyshomes.com
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2847 Mandeville Canyon, CA 90049 1436 Allenford Avenue, CA 90049
$1,800,000 4 Beds | 2.75 Baths In the January 1955 issue of Popular Mechanics Magazine West Coast Editor Thomas Stimson introduced his newly built steel frame and lightweight concrete panel “House of the Future” to his readers with an open invitation to experience the house through March 1 of that year. In a clear response to John Entenza’s Case Study Program, the residence celebrated post-war industrial technology, pre-fabricated wall modules, and was fitted with new conveniences such as an automatic aluminum garage door. The article prophetically declared: “About the only addition it may require in the next 50 years or so would be a solar battery to provide all light, heat and power” mounted on the roof! Designed by Adrian Wilson and proclaimed a masterpiece of construction at the time, the success of the Eugene Memler building system is evidenced with the construction, and program for the house appearing today as solid and practical as when it was built. Not wishing to relegate this unique experiment in living to the past, the current owners have carefully updated the kitchen, baths and surfaces in keeping with modern aesthetics. The original floor plan incorporates a bright and airy living room/dining area opening to a lanai, 4 bedrooms, 2.75 baths, and an attached two car garage. Size: 2,362 sq ft. Built 1954 Contact: Deborah Glusker, Crosby Doe Tel: (310) 383-8021 deborah@crosbydoe.com Crosby Doe Associates, Inc.
$2,150,000 2 Beds | 3 Baths No expense has been spared in this exquisite contemporary remodel by architect Zoltan Pali. Taken down to the studs and rebuilt in 2010 with great volume, walls of Fleetwood sliding glass, rich dark bamboo floors, skylights w/ electric shades, Artemide sconces, kitchen w/ Caesarstone & laminated glass, Sub-Zero, 2 dishwashers - Bosch & Fisher-Paykel, oven, microwave & warming drawers by Wolf, indoor grill, custom cabinetry throughout, separate prep kitchen with fridge & dishwasher. Bathrooms with Ann Sacks tile & Dornbracht fixtures. Private Master with gorgeous light filled bathroom w/ frameless glass shower and w/c, huge walk-in closet with built-ins. Wired for sound in & out, heated saline pool & spa w/ waterfall and Brazilian Ipe deck. New systems: copper plumbing, new roof, tankless water heater, H2O filtration system, two zones HVAC. Tons of storage throughout. Private guest bedroom with ensuite bathroom.Truly a one-of-a-kind architectural work of the highest design and quality. Size: 2,283 sq ft. Built 1955 Contact: Scott Cort, Tracey Raphael, John Aaroe Group Tel: (310) 612-2939 scott@scottcort.com
Historic and Architectural Properties
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Ice Cream Freezer patented in 1848 by William Young
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First Morse Code message sent from Washington DC to Baltimore in 1844.
Amnesty International was formed in 1961.
American Red Cross Founded by Clara Barton in 1881.
National Tap Dance Day
John F Kennedy born in 1917
World No Tobacco Day
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