area newsletter APRIL 2018 • SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
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Community News Mixed use complex planned for Northridge
rooms, an increase of 41 rooms over the existing structure. The owner of the El Cortez purchased the property in 1996 and initiated plans to renovate in 2013, receiving the approval of the Van Nuys Neighborhood Council. Under management by a previous owner, the El Cortez had been declared a public nuisance, which complicated the new owner’s ability to renovate the property.
Bike path to connect West Valley with Griffith Park The City of Los Angeles recently approved plans to build a mixed-use development in Northridge, called Symmetry Shops, near the intersection of Nordhoff St. and Corbin Ave. The project involves the construction of two six-story buildings which will include 429 residential units. The plans also include approximately 21,000 square feet of commercial space, on the ground floor of the residential buildings and two low-rise adjacent structures. The project is being built by Shea Properties, which is also building The District, a complex of townhouses on an adjacent lot on Shirley Ave.
New hotel to replace Van Nuys motel
The owner of the El Cortez Motel has filed plans with the city to demolish the building and replace it with a 4 story La Quinte Inn & Suites. The new hotel would contain 73 guest
Plans have been announced to build a bike path along the Los Angeles River, connecting Canoga Park with Griffith Park. The 12-mile path will begin at Vanalden Ave. and run to the intersection of Forest Lawn Dr. and Zoo Dr., connecting with four smaller parks along the way. The revitalization of the Los Angeles River has been an ongoing project for several years, with particular focus given to developing green space near downtown Los Angeles. Extending the project into the San Fernando Valley will offer residents increased access to the river and the recreation opportunities that come with it. The bike path project is currently under review by city officials, but construction is expected to begin in 2020.
Community News New wine bar opens in Valley Village
There’s a new option for your night life with a new wine bar recently opening in Valley Village. Mirabelle Wine Bar recently opened at 12518 Burbank Blvd., in the space formerly occupied by Bar One Tap Room. In addition to a selection of affordable wines, Mirabelle also offers Spanishstyled small plates and charcuterie. Mirabelle is operated by David Gibbs and Nick Caballero, two of the folks behind Augustine, the wine bar in Sherman Oaks known for selling rare and vintage wines by the glass.
Hotel Indigo coming to downtown Glendale
Developers have announced plans to build a six-story Hotel Indigo at Maryland and California Avenues. The project marks the third hotel to be built in the downtown Glendale area in recent
months, following the Hyatt Place at Wilson and Central and a project set for Wilson and Louise. Hotel Indigo is a chain of boutique hotels that are fashioned in the style of the community in which they are built. The Glendale franchise will consist of 140 guest rooms and a ground-floor restaurant, and will be designed by AlajajianMarcoosi Architects, a local firm that also designed the Armenian American Museum being built a few blocks away.
City council commits to building housing for the homeless
Members of the Los Angeles City Council recently proposed a resolution directing members of the council to support housing projects for the homeless in their district. The resolution, which was introduced by 4 councilmembers, and seconded by 3 others, would call on councilmembers to create at least 222 supportive housing units in their district, contributing to a goal of 3,300 units citywide by 2020. Such projects would utilize funds from Prop HHH, the homelessness initiative that was passed by in November 2016 with the support of 77% of voters. Although the resolution would be non-binding, the effort would enable councilmembers to avoid any “not in my backyard� resistance to supportive housing projects. The resolution was referred to a committee for further review.
Restaurant
Spotlight
Montrésor
El Incomparable
Tipsy Cow
11266 Ventura Boulevard Studio City
19315 Saticoy Street Reseda
15005 Ventura Boulevard Sherman Oaks
A new French bistro recently opened in Studio City. Montrésor serves the traditional French favorites you would come to expect but often adds modern gastronomical touches as well. The menu features coq au vin, braised short ribs, and black truffle gnocchi, but also bibb salad topped with quinoa and pomegranate seeds. Executive Chef Paul Shoemaker honed his skills at French Laundry and Bastide and his mastery is on full display here. Montrésor is open Tuesday-Sunday, 5:30pm – 10:30pm.
For Peruvian food in the Valley, your best choice is El Incomparable. With locations in both Reseda and Granada Hills, El Incomparable offers delicious food in a casual environment, serving a wide range of entrees in sizable portions. Favorites include lomo saltado, a stir fried tenderloin served on fries; cau cau de mondongo, tripe stew with white rice; and arroz chaufa, Chinese Peruvian fried rice. El Incomparable is open MondayFriday, 11am – 9pm; Saturday, 9am – 9pm; and Sunday, 9am – 7pm.
It’s not often that a restaurant’s name perfectly encapsulates it’s concept. With Tipsy Cow, you get pretty close. The pub style casual dining spot specializes in both burgers and beers, but also offers spiked milkshakes to bring both worlds together. Tipsy Cow’s menu features a wide range of burgers, both for meat-eaters and vegetarians, and is well-stocked with sides and appetizers. The bar serves craft beers as well as cocktails, making Tipsy Cow a great happy hour destination. They are open MondayWednesday, 11am – 12am; ThursdayFriday, 11am – 2am; and SaturdaySunday, 10am – 2am.
SIGHTS & SOUNDS in LOS ANGELES
LACMA
900 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007
5905 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90036
MOCA Grand Avenue 152 North Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
Tattoo November 19, 2017 – April 15, 2018
Painted in Mexico, 1700–1790: Pinxit Mexici November 19, 2017–March 18, 2018
Jackson Pollock’s Number 1, 1949: A Conservation Treatment March 4 - September 7, 2018
This exhibition focuses on Mexican paintings of the 18th century, a time that featured major stylistic advances as Mexican artists often sought to distinguish themselves from the European counterparts. LACMA has gathered over 100 works to display, including paintings that were previously unpublished, or were restored for the exhibition.
In collaboration with the Getty Conservation Institute, MOCA is undertaking an extensive restoration of a Jackson Pollock painting in a gallery that will be open to the public. Three other Pollocks from the MOCA collection will also be displayed.
Natural History Museum
Demonstrating 5,000 years of history, the Natural History Museum’s exhibition displays the cross-cultural impact of body art through the years and around the world. Featuring historic samples of tattoo art and the equipment used to create it, the museum also brings the experience into the present with a series of tattoo artists offering their services on-site during the exhibition.
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