New & Notable

Konbi Ni

ECHO PARK

The sandwich counter once known for its perfect egg salad sandwiches and chocolate croissants has reinvented itself. After a yearslong pandemic pivot to takeout only, the tiny spot is now serving pre-fixe Japanese breakfast, including kabocha squash and grilled fish. 1463 W. Sunset Blvd., konbi.co.

Paloma Venice VENICE

This newcomer serves organic, Californiaproduce-driven Mediterranean dishes that include spinach ravioli and avocadoinfused hummus. Three seating options (indoor, patio, or bar) make this beachside destination a hit in the making.

600 Venice Blvd., paloma-venice.com.

Willie Mae’s VENICE

It’s the restaurant’s first outpost outside of New Orleans, and founder Willie Mae Seaton’s greatgranddaughter Kerry Seaton Stewart is serving her signature fried chicken along with mac and cheese and cornbread.

324 Lincoln Blvd., williemaesnola.com.

• BRACELETS

“I am wearing an Hermès bangle here as well as a diamond tennis bracelet. On the other arm, I have a vintage Hermès watch.”

• SUNGLASSES

“These are Loewe from Style Eyes Optical, a Black femaleowned eyewear boutique in New York. It’s like seeing through literal rose-tinted glasses!”