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the 18 SOCIAL The 18 Social SOUTH PARK
PERFECT MIX OF HEAVEN AND HELL IN A DRINK ON THE 18TH FLOOR 899 FRANCISCO STREET, LA CA 90017
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otel Indigo DTLA, has designed their food and beverage program to reflect the culture and history of LA, from the classics of the Golden Age of Hollywood to the modern trends of the culinary scene in Downtown today. As for the sugar on top: 18 Social is now open.
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CAFFIENE DREAMS WHILE YOUR WIDE AWAKE 421 W 7TH STREET LA CA 90014
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ur city and neighborhoods are truly a melting pot and represent one of the most culturally dynamic culinary scenes in the world. At 18 Social located on the 18th floor of Hotel Indigo, they have designed menus that reflect that diversity, concentrating on local flavors and neighborhood favorites. Their beverage program includes a wide selection of locally brewed drafts as well as some of California’s finest wines. Their cocktail selection ranges from the “FDR Martini”, created by the ex-president to celebrate the end of prohibition, to a locally created twist on the Moscow Mule, known to 18 Socialites as the “Pineapple Mule”. 18 Social entices you with a menu created using local ingredients that feature small bites such as Tuna Poke Tacos to locally inspired favorites such as the French Dip. They also offer upscale fine dining options to include Honey Miso Baked Wild Sea Bass & Duck Confit Risotto with Foie Gras Foam. No matter what your craving they have an option to satisfy it. Equally as splendid as the food and beverage menu is the angelic view of the city below. A lounge area that mimics a heavenly setting with plush seating, a reflection fireplace, resident DJ, and plenty of reasons to make new friends.
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doing the most>> downtown los angeles bunker hill Bunker hill is dtla’s leader in live performance art, presenting formally trained theater, dance and musical performances, including those in the visual arts as well as presenting dtla’s master chefs.
The Absolute Most:
Music Center Think: Walt Disney Concert Hall, LA Philharmonic, Dorothy Chandler Pavillion, Ticket Booth.
The Most:
Grand Park Think: Lunch Time Food Trucks, Dia Los Muertos, We Are Los Angeles, Family Reunion, Light Up the Holidays.
The Almost:
Music Center’s Grand MakeOver Think: $30 million in renovations over the next two years.
The utmost:
south park
financial china district town
entertainment capital of dtla with tours & expos, national sporting events, award ceremonies, comedy shows, restaurants, and a discotheque, almost completely surrounded by world class hotels.
Sure, the Financial District sounds like it’s ALL WORK and no play, but with historic landmarks, sky tops with full bars, thrill rides, & award winning happy hours, prepare yourself for the pressures of excitement
The Absolute Most:
The Absolute Most:
Staples Center/LA LIVE Think: Sports Area, Live Concerts, Movie Theater, Bowling Alley, XGames, 4 Star Hotels, Rooftop Spas.
The Most:
Los Angeles Convention Center Think: Expos, Network, AirPort, Media Pass.
The Almost:
SkySpace Think: Full bar, 70 stories up, Breathtaking Views, Magic Carpet Ride, Glass Slide.
The Most:
Wilshire Grand Think: Sushi with a view, Poolside Bar, Rooftop Restaurants, Hotel Rooms, Palm Trees.
The Almost:
Metropolis Think: Panoramic Views, New Skyline, Sky Pools, Dogparks, Exquisite Dining, Boutique Hotel, Cabanas.
110/105/10/5 FWY Intersection Think: Car Radio, Traffic, MapQuest, Windshield, Congestion, Bumpers, CHP, Road rage.
The utmost:
the Utmost:
MOCA Contemporary Think: Art of Our Time, Exhibits, Collections, Programs, Free Every Thursday.
Downtown Dance and Movement Think:Dance Recitals, Star Studded Dance Rehearsals, Musical Performance Showcases.
TheBloc Think: International Brands, Shopping Mecca, Outdoor Terrace, Art Installations and Live Performances.
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AU LAC OTIUM 71 Above
tom’s urban original pantry 18 SOCIAL
bottega louie miro TOM GEORGE
civic district
with its independence, Chinatown has strengthened its romantic and familiar relationship with Downtown, demonstrating it is as gentle as it is honest with its gifts for dtla
order in the courts, dine in or take out...not just for law making anymore, the courts district of dtla offers a gambit of public art, a 360 degree observation deck, legendary eateries and historical landmarks.
The Absolute Most:
The Absolute Most:
Chinatown Central Plaza Jazz Club, Dim Sum, Hanfu, Peking Duck, Culture Festivals.
The Most:
Gin Lin Way Think: Red Lanterns, Neon, Vintage Chinese Architecture, 1938.
The Almost:
Year of the Dog Think: Loyalty. Careful Observation. Plenty of new restaurants, art shows, and a new year of cultural festivities.
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Union Station Think: Subway, Maps, Train Station.
The Most:
City Hall Think: Observation Deck, Farmer’s Market, Outdoor Concerts, Local Government.
The Almost:
Polyphonoptic Tower Think: Kinetic Sculpture, Music, Lights, Synchronization, Water, Flood, Faulty.
The Utmost:
Chung King Road Think: Art Openings, Art Galleries, Antiques, Curio Shops, Live Performances.
Olvera Street Think: Birth Place of Los Angeles, Mexican Marketplace, Authentic food, Aztec Dancers, Mariachis, Catholic Church.
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pho 87 LASA Sea Fresh Restaurant
ciento lindo philippe’s the original traxx
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tour guide Little tokyo
arts historic the district core skids
Little Tokyo is the heart of the larg- Arts District is DTLA’s perfect mix The Historic Core is revitalized with est Japanese-American population in of fine art galleries, creative loft new bike lanes, parklettes, commuAmerica. With over 3500 welcoming style living, organic eating, and BEER, nity gardens, outdoor concerts, residents, and hundreds of shops hosting the most eclectic mix of indie artisan pop-ups, and 2 of the most Little Tokyo sees its fair share of artisan showcases and micro-brewing highly anticipated self-guided art tourism in dtla. tours in the country. companies in all of los Angeles.
The Absolute Most:
Old Japanese Union Church Think: 1922, East Coast Players, LAArtCore, World Class Theater, 30+ Years.
The Most:
Japanese American National Museum Think: Tradition, Exhibits, WW2, Sculpture, History, Extraordinary Origami.
The Almost:
The Metro Regional Connector Think: All of Downtown’s Districts Connected allowing passengers to transfer to Blue, Expo, Red and Purple Lines, bypassing Union Station.
The UTmost:
The Absolute Most:
Hauser Wirth & Schimmel Think: Globe Mills Complex, Art World, Manuela Restaurant, Art Exhibits, Installations.
The Most:
Angel City Brewery Think: IPA, Beer Tasting, Local Entertainment, Karaoke, Comedy Night, New Mini-Festivals, Indie Art Shows.
The Almost:
Institute of Contemporary Art Think: Museum, 12,700-Sqft., Industrial Building, 32-Year-Old Art Institution. Architecture by wHY, Public Programming, Retail Stores.
The UTmost:
JZenshuji a Sōtō Zen Temple Think: Shakyamuni Buddha, Community Garden, Meditation.
Artists and Fleas Think: Unique, Fashion, Art and Craft Show, Vintage, Food Trucks, Saturdays.
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Kagaya Sushi Gen oystars
bestia wurtkuche THE ALLEY
The Absolute Most:
Night On Broadway Think: Outdoor concert, 12 Historic Theaters, Live Performances, Food Trucks, Crepes, Huge Crowds.
The Most:
Downtown Art Walk Think: Creativity, Nighttime Celebration, Gallery, Artists, Crepes, Local Entertainment, Food Trucks on 7th, Street Vendors, Interactive Exhibits, Bar Crawl.
The Almost:
Renovation of the Old Cecil Hotel Think: Nightstalker, Shining, American Horror Story, Hospice, Haunted.
The UTmost:
Grand Central Market Think: Food Mart, Oyster Bar, Cafes, Spices, Historic, Produce, Traditional Foods, Variety, Landmark.
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le petit paris LITTLE DAMAGE CREPES SANS FRONTIERES
Fashion district
where skid row meets the industrial The Fashion District is a stitched warehouse district, with community oasis where fashion designers, leaders and entrepreneurs willing to wholesalers, market weeks, retailed solve the problems of an area known fashion wares, accessories, textiles, for having the 2nd largest homeless and shoppers collide. population in the country.
The Absolute Most:
Smorgasburg Think: Alameda Marketplace, 10,000 Visitors, Indie Artisan, Sunday, Food, Music, Vintage, Wellness, Donuts.
The Most:
LAMP/Union Rescue Mission/ SkidRow Housing Trust Think: Non Profit, Giving, Public Service, Fundraising, Art Events.
The Almost:
TheROW Think: 1.3 million Sqft,. Multi-Use Complex, Residents, Shopping, Restaurants, Local Entertainment, Creative Office Spaces.
The UTmost:
The Absolute Most:
California Mart Think: Designers. ShowCase, Market Week, Fashion, Accessories, Textiles, Fashion Run Way.
The Most:
Santee Alley Think: Bargains, SwapMeet, Bizarre, Street Dogs, Wigs, Wholesale Purses, Immitation Perfume.
The Almost:
BIGGER! BETTER! Wall Florist Market Think: Coral Forest, Farmer’s Market, Grilled Food, Aqua Frescas, Wholesale Flowers. Saturdays.
The UTmost:
Glady’s Park Think: Concerts, Town Hall Meetings, Sports Court, Soup Lines, Community.
The Cooper Building Think: Historic Landmark, Huge Shopping Bags, Full Fashion, Designers, Showcase, Sample Sale, Men’s Suits.
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the escondite yxte cocina comfort la
Localita & The Badasserie sonoratown The alley dog
To be or not to be? dtla theater guide
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ahmanson theater bob baker’s cornerstone marionette theater theater company As one of the nation’s most influential nonprofit theatre companies, the Ahmanson proudly continues their 50-year tradition of using the art of theatre to broaden horizons and illuminate new perspectives. Coming Soon: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME A National Theatre production and Tony®-winning play follows 15-year-old Christopher, who has an extraordinary brain; although he is exceptionally intelligent he’s ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. Show runs August 2nd through September 10th. 135 N Grand Avenue, LA, CA 90012. (213) 628-2772.
Baker died 2014 but he left behind a lifetime worth of smiles and memories, 1,000’s of enchanting, hand-crafted puppets, the beautiful Cultural-Historical landmark. On Stage Now: THE CIRCUS: A brilliant and beautiful musical extravaganza! The world’s greatest puppet show, unearthed from the archives, featuring a vast array of colorful creations not seen for decades! The show runs June 30th through July 20th. 1345 W 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026. (213) 250-9995.
latino american theater center
east west players
Established in 1965, East West Players has been hailed as the nation’s leading Asian American theater troupe for our award-winning productions that blend Eastern and Western movement, costumes, language, and music. EWP has premiered more than 100 plays and musicals about the Asian Pacific American experience and has held more than 1,000 readings and workshops. East West Players will be presenting their 52nd Anniversary Season, THE COMPANY WE KEEP, taking place from Fall 2017 through Summer 2018, featuring The Robey Theatre Company, Japanese American Cultural & Community Center (JACCC), and the Los Angeles LGBT Center, including two world premieres, an acclaimed revival, and the LA premiere of an award-winning Broadway musical.120 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
la opera
Since 1948 The LA Opera has maintained a talented roster of resident artists, young singers who perform regularly in main stage productions as well as the company’s community programs under the personal supervision of Peter Hemmings, Plácido Domingo, Kent Nagano, and current Music Director James Conlon. On Stage Now: LA Opera is preparing for their 2017/2018 season, and while season tickets and chances to engage with community workshops (including Opera Camp and Pre-Opera Talks) are plentiful this summer, the world will have to wait to enjoy the grandeur of soaring falsettos and baritone performances with the first season opener of CARMEN coming September 9th. 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
For over 29 years featuring plays that celebrate many voices with pop-up theaters staged sometimes in theaters, parking lots, factories, schools and subway stations, taken up residence in small towns and urban neighborhoods, collaborating with locals from start to finish to tell their unique stories. Coming Soon: Cornerstone just wrapped up their 30th Anniversary Bridge Awards last week and are preparing for their next season. 708 Traction Ave, LA, CA 90013. (213) 613-1700.
NEW ORIGINAL WORKS FESTIVAL - COMING SOON TO REDCAT
mark taper forum
Under the leadership of Artistic Director Michael Ritchie, this theatre creates an extraordinary connection between artists and audiences that only starts on the stage, reflecting the community it serves as one of the nation’s most influential nonprofit theatre companies for over 50-years. Coming Soon: The Mark Taper Forum is preparing to present HEISENBERG with Mary Louise Parker amidst the bustle of a crowded London train station, Georgie spots Alex, a much older man, and plants a kiss on his neck. Show runs from June 28nd to August 6th. 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 628-2772.
For over 29 years the Latino American Theater has provided a world-class arts center for those pursuing artistic excellence. Still excited about the renaming of one of five theaters in honor of award-winning Mexican American actress and community activist Lupe Ontiveros, who was a founding member of the company, it looks like LATC is preparing for their fall season, with little on the calendar besides their popular Art Walk pop up, held every 2nd Thursday of the month. Indie artists, guest djs, and a full bar offered by the theater house in the main lobby make for a memorable Art Walk adventure every time. 514 S Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013.
redcat
Through performances, exhibitions, screenings, and literary events, REDCAT introduces diverse audiences, students and artists to the most influential developments in the arts from around the world, and gives artists in this region the creative support they need to achieve national and international stature. On Stage Now: THE NEW ORIGINAL WORKS FESTIVAL The annual NOW Festival transforms REDCAT into a vital laboratory for the creation of new contemporary performances. This year’s festival launches nine new works by Los Angeles artists who invent hybrid artistic disciplines, re-imagine traditions and confront urgent issues. Show runs July 17th to August 12th. 631 W. 2nd Street, LA, CA 90012.
BLK DTLA>> black business association brings motown legends
Black Business Association Brings Legends of Motown to the Millennium Biltmore
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riginally proclaimed “Black Music Month” by President Jimmy Carter on June 7, 1979, and later renamed by President Barack Obama, the African-American Music Appreciation Month is a commemoration that takes place
Sunshine”, may not have ever touched our souls if not for Avant. A testament to his business savvy; with Michael Jackson’s Bad album, Avant negotiated the highest-grossing tour of all time. Working closely with long-time friend and Motown founder, Berry Gordy, Avant solidified Motown and is still protecting its legacy to this day.
Subtitled, “THE BUSINESS BEHIND THE MUSIC”, the event hosted over 100 attendees with special guest appearances from friends and colleges thanking Avant for his business dealings, mentorship, and dedication to the civil rights movement. This included Gala Chair, Ethiopia n recognition of African-American Music Habtemariam, President of Motown ReAppreciation Month, the Black Busicords, Congresswoman Maxine Walters ness Association headed by President & and comedic commentary from Lionel CEO, Earl “Skip” Cooper, celebrated with Richie that had the house in stitches. a star-studded Salute to Black Music Avant also received a Lifetime AchieveAwards Dinner, honoring Clarence Avant ment Award from Viacom/BET Networks. and Lee Baily at the Historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel with salutations from In celebration of the life and County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, achievements of Lee Bailey Marqueece Harris- Dawson, Councilmembers Herb J Wesson and Curren Price, Lee Bailey is a legendary broadcaster Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer, founder of Electronic Urban Report otherMayor Eric Garcetti and Congresswomen wise known as EURweb.com which is one Karen Bass and Maxine Walters. of today’s premier urban entertainment and headline news hubs on the web with In celebration of the life and more than 2 million visitors a week. A achievements of Clarence long way from his first underground radio Avant station, built out of his home garage in 1979, Bailey admits he had always been Known as the Godfather of Black Music, fascinated by voices on the radio as a Avant and wife of 50 years Jacqueline, young boy. Admiration turned to ambiwere both present to receive an armful tion as Bailey grew to become one of the of awards and waves of standing ovaworld’s most recognized, and most retions for Avants legendary deal-making spected radio personalities in the urban and business savvy techniques that have entertainment business with a unique spanned a career of over six decades, tone, that if the taste had a sound, could including the first joint venture between easily be compared to the soothing sweet an Independent African America label, sounds of smooth, hot melted chocolate. Venture Records and a major label, MGM Records, back in 1967. Countless hits, continued on page 18>> including “Lean on me”, and “Ain’t No
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DTLA appetite>> le petit paris>> by Julian gallows
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eldom does a dining experience transcend the diner to exotic and distant places only heard of in visions of luxury. Even less frequent are those experiences that rival their respective destination in authenticity, accuracy and relevancy.
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pon first entrance to this 10k square foot piece of France, Cannes to be precise, guests are greeted by a sprawling dining room with modest touches of elegant, modern luxury and design. Beyond the craftily outfitted dining room with its various modes of seating from plush sofas, to hi-top tables and a welcoming bar, lies a grand marble staircase welcoming n00bs and regulars alike to the mezzanine level. Atop this magnificent and original staircase, guests will find a bottom-lit bar top reminiscent of that which might be found in a B&W film of the 20’s. Set within the historic Stowell Hotel, the owners, Fanny and David Rolland made sure to preserve the pieces of the property that spoke to the history of the location. Throughout the dining room, which was originally the lobby of the hotel, the floor maintains its original tile, on which some of the century’s greats danced upon; Charlie Chaplin being one of those greats. Ceiling-high
Often, we as diners are lured into a new prospective local restaurant with hopes of adding a new place to our under-populated roster of favorites. Enter: Le Petit Paris located at 418/420 South Spring Street, DTLA. columns with original crowns and a bit of a modernized color scheme line the walls. The space was designed by Fanny and David and not one element of the overall design was overlooked. From chairs and table tops, to modern custom art along the mezzanine walls, to even the monstrous and impressive air conditioning system, Fanny and David have achieved what most restaurateurs aspire to dream up. Both from Cannes, with two successful restaurants in both Cannes and Miramar, they beamingly admit to being apprehensive about scouting a Downtown space for their beloved concept, a process they began in 2015 that took a surprising turn at first look of the impressive building. Separately, they both explain that they were looking to the westside of LA to house their business model.
DTLA appetite>> le petit paris>> by Julian gallows They come from beach front shores of Southern France, and had their collective mind set on the same. When asked if they are pleased with the decision to build-out a historic hotel in DTLA, they both grin, nodding adamantly in affirmation. As a DTLA resident, this Francophile couldn’t be happier they did. They’ve done it right, too. Not only does the venue look and feel aesthetically satisfying, the food and special programs the French couple have implemented at LPP are designed with the guest experience in mind. From happy hour with $1 oysters and $18 bottomless Rosé [M-F 4:00pm7:00pm], to shuttles between the restaurant and the DTLA Music Center (pre-& post-show drinks, anyone?) and a resident DJ helming the decks every night between Wednesday and Sunday, the Rollands have fine-tuned their offerings to maximize the guest experience. Don’t have time for a lengthy sit-down lunch, but not feeling the same fast style food? Monday to Friday LPP offers an express menu which boasts a 2-course lunch for $24. If you’re feeling really froggy, jump over to the pastry tray and add a house-made dessert for $5 to that express lunch.
DTLA-WEEKLY.COM Chef Baptiste Grellier, a longtime friend of the Rollands and opening chef of LPPLA, presents dishes that are executed perfectly in concept, relevance and, most importantly, execution. To train a kitchen full of cooks to season each component of each dish perfectly requires a mastery of the craft. The salmon gravlax with homemade blinis whisks you away to a sunny day on the beaches of Cannes. Cured in house, and perfectly briny, you can taste the quality of the product Chef Baptiste begins with. Beef filet carpaccio with truffle cream that spreads on the French bread like tempered butter is one of those memorable dishes that leaves you mopping the plate with the last tiny pieces of that bread. Spiced. Roasted. Cod. Do it! Ginger bread butter, curry and mashed potatoes? Under many other normal circumstances, my eyes would have scrolled right past such a description. Not being a big fan of various curries, I tend to look past anything with them listed.
This dish is a gamechanger; really. Cod from the European Atlantic cooked to literal perfection. Mashed potatoes the way they’re supposed to be-buttery and seasoned with the right amount of salt. I found myself asking for more bread to clean this plate with. Pastries, desserts, bakeries, all with that magical French touch, await their final destination at your table (or to-go box). This place will quickly make the cut for your list of DTLA favorites.
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As leaders they steer a team of staff and volunteers to promote the civic and civil rights interests of the Korean American community. They also work to increase civic and legislative awareness through education, community organizing, leadership development, and coalition building with diverse communities. The direct impact of organizing the ssemblymember Miguel Korean American community in Los Angeles was highly visible most recently Santiago (D-Los Angeles) has honored the Ko- during the 34th Congressional district’s special election earlier this month, in rean American Coalition (KAC) which KAC played a role. That election of Los Angeles as the 53rd As- saw historic turnout for the Korean American community, with about half of sembly District’s Non-Profit of those voters that received mail-in ballots returning them prior to Election Day. the Year. The KAC has also showed their commitment to the larger Los Angeles communi“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity ty through their partnerships with other community-focused social justice organito honor the Korean American Coalition as a Non-Profit of the Year for zations. The award was part of a larger 2017,” said Assemblymember SantiNon-Profit Day Luncheon hosted annuago. “In the 53rd District, KAC has ally by the California Non-Profit Associbeen an exemplary role model for decades through their commitment to ation to recognize exceptional nonprofit organizations across the state. The event educating and empowering our vibrant Korean American community.” was held at the Sacramento Convention Center, and was attended by both electIn attendance to accept the award ed officials and nonprofit leaders from were Joon Bang, Executive Director across the state including Attorney Genof the Korean American Coalition, eral Xavier Becerra and Assembly Speakas well as Yun Hee Kim, KAC’s Board er Anthony Rendon. Director.
Miguel Santiago
Honors Non-Profit of the Year
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major fireworks planned as music Center’s presents 4th of july at grand park T
he Music Center presents the largest July 4th celebration in Downtown L.A. with the fifth annual Grand Park + The Music Center’s 4th of July Block Party. The free, family-friendly event, which runs from Spring Street to Grand Avenue and from Temple Street to 2nd Street, will include two high-profile stages featuring the sounds of America, from Jazz and Classical, to Funk and the Blues. Families will enjoy a dedicated kids’ zone on Grand Park’s Event Lawn where children age 5-12 can join in themed tag, soccer and parachute play along with arts and crafts activities, video games
and face painting in the adjacent sandlot. Guests will find many summer food choices for purchase from more than 45 gourmet food trucks, including tacos, barbecue, burgers, sweets and more. The celebration will be capped with one of Downtown L.A.’s largest fireworks show set to Pop and Classic hits along with patriotic music. The display will be shot from the roof of The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and will be visible throughout the surrounding neighborhoods. The event takes place, Tuesday, July 4, 2017 2:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Fireworks show at 9pm.
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Eastside Italian Deli (1929) 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$
Misturo Cafe (1935) 117 Japanese Village, 90012 (213) 613-1028 #misturocafe $$
La Luz del Dia (1959) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-7495 #olverastreet $$
Clifton’s Cafeteria (1935) 648 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 627-1673 #cliftonsla $$
Juice Crafters 702 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 689-4555 # $$
Pitchoun 545 S Olive St, LA 90013 (213) 689-3240 # $$
El Paso Inn (1930) 11 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (915) 772-4264 #elpasoinla $$
Casa La Golondrina (1930) 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$
Otomisan (1956) 2506 1/2 E 1st St., LA, 90033 (323) 526-1150 #otomisan $$$
Original Tommy’s (1946) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 389-9060 #originaltommys $
Green Grotto 541 S Spring St #133, 90013 (213) 265-7409 # $$
Little Damage Soft Serve 700 S Spring St, CA 90014 (213) 628-3443 # $$
Philippe Original (1908) 1001 N Alameda St., 90012 (213) 628-3781 #philippetheog $$
San Antonio Winery (1917) 737 Lamar Ave, LA 90031 (213) 382-8449 #santantoniowinery $$$
Cielito Lindo (1938) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 687-4391 #cielitolindola $
Lanza Bros Market (1926) 337 E 1st Street LA, 90012 (213) 626-9132 #suehirocafe $$
Urth Cafe 451 S Hewitt St,LA 90013 (213) 628-3781 # $$
Zinc Cafe 580 Mateo St, LA 90013 (323) 825-5381 #zinccafeandmarke
HMS Bounty (1935) 3357 Wilshire Blvd LA, 90010 (213) 385-7275 #hmsbounty $$
Langer’s Deli (1947) 704 S Alvarado St., LA 90057 (213) 483-8050 #langersdeli $$
Original Pantry (1924) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 972-9279 #the_orignial_pantry $$
Pacific Dining Car (1920) 1310 W 6th Street, LA, 90017 (213) 483-6000 #pacificdiningcar $$$
The Alley (2007) 1820 Industrial #260, 90021 (213) 935-8189 # $$
Wild Living Food (2017) 760 S Main St, LA, CA 90014 #wildlivingfood $$$
Monty Bar (2011) 1222 W. 7th St. LA 90017 (213) 228-6000 #themontybar
Tony’s Saloon (2009) 2017 E. 7th St., LA, 90021 (213) 622-5523 #tonyssaloon $
Wendall’s Bar (2013) 656 S. Main St., LA, 90014 (213) 709-6156 #wendalldtla $
Bernedettes 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$
5 Star Bar 267 S Main St, LA, 90012 (213) 625-1037 #5starbar $
Down N Out Bar (1996) 501 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 221-7595 #dnobar
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Hank’s Bar (1954) 840 S Grand Ave, LA 90017 $ (213) 623-7718 #hanksbardtla $
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Cana Rum Bar (2010) 714 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 745-7092 #canarumbarla $$
General Lees (1890) 475 Gin LIng Way, LA 90012 (213) 625-7500 #generaleesla $
Lexington Bar (2014) King Eddy Saloon (1933) 131 E. 5th Street, LA, 90013 129 E 3rd St, LA, CA 90013 (213) 629-2023 (213) 291-5723 $ #kingeddysaloon $
Eighty Two (2014) 707 E 4th Pl, LA, CA 90013 (213) 626-8200 #eightytwola $$
Golden Gopher (1905) 114 W. 8th Street, LA, 90014 (213) 614-8001 #goldengopherla $
Love Song (2014) 446 S. Main St., LA 90013 (323) 284-5728 #thelovesongbar $$
Shoo Shoo Baby (2017) 717 W 7th St. LA, CA 90017 (213) 688-7755 #shooshoobaby $$$
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<<ratings>>
breweries>>
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Angel City Brewery (2013) 216 Alameda, LA, 90012 (213) 622-1261 #angelcitybeer $$
Arts District Brewing (2015) 828 Traction Ave, LA 90012 (213) 519-5887 #artsdistrictbrewing $$
Karl Strauss (2017) 600 Wilshire Bl., LA 90017 (213) 228-2739 #karlstraussbeer $$
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3rd Generation (2015) 808 W. 7th St., LA 90013 (213) 627-8166 #3rdgenerationbar $$
Birds & Bees (2017) 207 S. Broadway, LA, 90012 (213) 537-0510 #birdsandbeesla $$
Church & State (2013) 1850 Industrial St, LA 90012 (213) 405-1434 #churchandstatebistro $$$
El Compadre (2014) 1248 S. Figueroa LA 90014 (213) 749-0025 #elcompadredtla $$
71 Above (2016) 633 W. 5th, LA 90013 (213) 712-2683 #71abovebar
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Blu Jam (2017) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (323) 951-9191 #hmsbounty $$
Coles (1908) 118 E. 6th St., LA 90014 (213) 622-4090 #colesdtla $$
Emerson Royce Bar (2015) 1936 E. 7th St, LA 90021 (213) 784-9006 #theemersonla $$$
Boomtown Brewery (2015) 700 Jackson St., LA 90012 (213) 709-6156 #boomtownbrewery $$
Mikkeller (2017) 330 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 596-9005 #mikkellerbeer $$
Artisan House (2011) 614 S. Main St., LA 90013 (213) 622-6333 #artisanhousela $$
BoardRoom (2017) 135 N Grand Ave, LA 90012 213-972-8556 #boardroom_la $$
Crepes Sans Frontieres (2013) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (213) 623-3606 #crepessansfrontieres $$
Figat7th 735 S Figueroa St #133 (213) 239-5654 # $$$
Iron Triangle (2016) 1581 Industrial St., LA 90021 (323) 364-4415 #irontrianglebrewing_dtla $$
Mumford Brewery (2015) 416 Boyd St., LA, 90013 www.mumfordbrewing.com #mumfordbrewing
Barcito (2015) 403 W. 12th St., LA 90014 (213) 415-1821 #barcitola $$
Bottega Louie (2009) 700 S. Grand Ave, LA 90014 (213) 802-1470 #bottegalouie $$$
District 711 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 612-3185 #
Escondite (1964) 410 Boyd St., LA 90013 (213) 626-1800 #theescondite
Beelman’s Pub (2014) 600 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 622-1022 #beelmansdtla $$
Broken Spanish 1050 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 749-1460 #brokenspanishla $$$
Don Chente (2015) 1248 S. Figueroa St., 90015 (213) 814-4865 #donchentedtla $$
Ham & Eggs Tavern (2013) 433 W. 8th St, LA, 90014 (213) 891-6939 #gohameggs $$
Bestia (2010) 2121 E 7th Pl, LA 90021 (213) 514-5724 #bestiadtla $$$
BS Taqueria (2015) 514 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 680-2600 #bstaqueria
Eat. Drink Americano (2012) 923 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 620-0781 #eatdrinkamericano $$
Far Bar (2005) 347 E. 1st St., LA 90012 (213) 617-9990 #farbar_la $$
Brack Shop Tavern (2016) 525 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 232-8657 #brackshoptavern $$
Cerveteca DTLA (2014) 923 E. 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 805-5862 #cervetecadtla
El Cholo (2010) 1037 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 746-7750 #elcholola $$
Kai Japanese Roots (2017) 542 S Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 232-4900 #kaijapaneseroots $$
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<<historic theaters>> $$
Belasco Theater (1926) 1050 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-5670 #belascola $$
The Orpheum (1926) 842 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (877) 677-4386 #theorpheumtheater $$
The Globe (1913) 740 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 489-1667 #globetheatrela $$
The Regent Theater (1914) 448 S. Main LA 90014 (323) 284-5727 #regenttheaterla $$
The Mayan (1927) 1038 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-4287 #themayan $$
Theater at the ACE (1927) 929 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (213) 709-6156 #theater_acedtla $$
eat.drink. The Yard House 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$
Mas Malo (2011) 515 W 7th St, LA 90014 (213) 985-4332 #masmalodtla $$
Stocking Frame 911 Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 488-0373 #stockingframe $$
LA Biergarten (2015) 750 S. Broadway LA 90014 213-628-3737 #labiergarten $$
Yxta Cocina (2009) 601 S Central Ave, LA 90021 (213) 622-5540 #yxta_cocinamexicana $$
Miro 888 Wilshire Blvd, LA, 90017 (915) 772-4264 #mirodtla $$
Perch (2011) 448 S Hill St., L A 90013 (213) 802-1770 #perchlosangeles $$$
Rock and Reillys 615 S Flower St, LA 90017 (213) 537-0554 #rocknreillys $$
Little Bear (2012) 523 W. 7th St., LA 90021 (213) 622-8100 #littlebearla $$$
Le Petit Paris (2015) 418 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 217-4445 #lepetitparis_la $$$
Pez Cantina (2014) 401 S Grand Ave LA (213) 258-2280 #pezcantina
Library Bar (2007) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (213) 614-0053 #librarybarla $$
Redwood Bar (1999) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #redwoodbar $
Spitz (2011) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #spitzpics $$
Preux & Proper (2014) 840 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 896-0090 #preuxandproper $$
Little Sister (2015) 523 W 7th St, LA 90017 (213) 628-3146 #littlesisterdtla $$
Wolf & Crane (2013) 366 E 2nd St, LA, CA 90012 (213) 935-8249 #wolfandcranebar $$
Spring Restaurant (2016) 257 S Spring St, LA 90012 (213) 372-5189 #springlosangeles $$$
Little Jewel (2014) 207 Ord St, L A 90012 (213) 620-0461 #littlejewel_la
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Mezcalero DTLA (2017) 510 S. Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 628-3337 #mezcalerodtla $$
Vespaio (2015) 225 S. Grand Ave. LA 90012 (213) 221-7244 #vespaiodtla $$$
Villainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern (2010) 1356 Palmetto St, LA, 90013 (213) 613-0766 #villainstavern $$
Tom George (2017) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (424) 362-6263 #tomgeorgerestaurant $$$
Red Bird (2014) 114 E 2nd St, LA 90012 (213) 788-1191 #redbirdla $$$
Wurstkuche (2008) 800 E. 3rd Street, LA 90013 (213) 687-4444 #wurstkuche $$
Westbound DTLA 300 S Santa Fe Ave 90013 (213) 262-9291 # $$$
Prank (2017) 1100 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 493-4786 #prankbar $$
Otium (2015) 222 S Hope St, LA 90012 (213) 935-8500 #otiumla $$$
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drink.dance. Blue Jâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (2016) 333 S Alameda St LA 90013 (213) 988-7326 #bluejlounge $$
Conga Room (2008) 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213) 745-0162 #congaroom $$
Elevate Lounge (2007) 811 Wilshire Blvd, LA 90014 (213) 623-7100 #elevatelounge $$
The Lash (2013) 117 Winston Ave, LA 90013 (213) 687-7723 #thelashsocial $
Continental Club (2014) 116 W 4th St., LA 90013 (213) 620-0279 #continentalclub
Exchange LA (2010) 618 S. Spring St., LA, 90013 (213) 627-8070 #exchangela $$
La Cita Bar 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #lacitabar
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The Reserve (2015) 650 S. Spring St., 90014 (213) 327-0057 #thereserve $$
Grand Star Jazz (1946) 943 N Broadway (213) 626-2285 #grandstarjazzclub
Las Perlas (2010) 107 E. 6th, LA 90013 (213) 988-8355 #lasperlasla
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Resident DTLA (2015) 428 S Hewitt St., LA 90013 www.residentdtla.com #residentdtla $$
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Club Soho (2013) 333 S. Boylston St, LA 90017 (213) 989-7979 #clubsohola $$
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eat. drink. (dance). sleep. Bar & Kitchen (2014) @O Hotel 819 S. Flower St. LA 90017 (213) 784-3048 #barandkitchen
Brasserie Sheraton Hotel 711 S. Hope St. LA 90017 (213) 488-3500 #sheratonladt
Multiply Bar (2016) Kawada Hotel 416 S. Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 988-0826 #multiply.la
gLance Lobby Bar (2010) JW Marriott 900 W Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 765-8600 #jalalive
Galaxy Bar (1923) Millennium Biltmore 506 S. Grand Ave., LA 90071 (213) 624-1011 #biltmorehotel
Invention Bar (2013) Athletic Club 431 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 625-2211 #laac
Nixon Lounge (2014) Luxe City Center Hotel 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213)745-0162 #luxecitycenter
Rooftop & Spin (2012) Standard Hotel 555 S Flower St., LA 90017 (213) 439-3065 #spinstandardla
WGP4 (2010) Ritz Carlton 900 W. Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 743-8800 #ritzcarltonla
Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure
Los Angeles Hotel (2017) 333 S Figueroa St, LA 90071 (213) 617-1133 #thelahotel
NOE (2011) Omni Hotel 251 S Olive St, LA 90012 (213) 617-3300 #omnihotel
Tuck Hotel 820 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 947-3815 #
Hotel Figueroa (1976) 939 S Figueroa St, LA 90015 (213) 627-8971 #
18 Social & Metropolis Indigo Hotel 899 Francisco St, LA 90017 (213) 232-8800 #-
Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure
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MODERN DAY PRE-HISTERIA>> MUSEUM GUIDE The Broad Museum
National History Museum (NHM)
California Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
African American Firefighter museum Fire Station #30
Japanese American National Museum (JANM)
El Pueblo de Los Angeles
Founded by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad opened in 2015, the museum is home to the 2,000 works of art in the Broad collection, which is among the most prominent holdings of postwar and contemporary art worldwide, launching an active program of rotating temporary exhibitions and innovative audience engagement, welcoming 180,000 visitors to date. 221 S. Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012.
Established in 1979, MOCA is an artist-founded museum dedicated to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art. With one of the most compelling collections of contemporary art in the world, comprising roughly 7000 objects, created after 1940, preserving the works for future generations. 250 South Grand Ave LA, CA 90012.
The Japanese American National Museum is the first and largest museum in the United States dedicated to sharing the experience of Japanese American ancestry. The JANM showcases the amazing works of famed and contemporary Japanese artists, historical exhibitions, and host cultural events. 100 N Central Ave, LA, CA 90012.
African American History Museum Designed by African American architects, Jack Haywood and the late Vince Proby, the CAHM was opened to the public during the Olympic Games of July 1984, housing artifacts that “allow us to trace the African American experience from the western shores of Africa to the fields of the South,” and later migrations. 600 State Dr. Exposition Park. LA, CA 90037.
Chinese American Museum (CAM)
Symbolically housed in the oldest and last surviving structure of LA, the Garnier Building, once known as the unofficial “city hall” built in 1890, CAM holds the last missing pieces of DTLA’s original Chinatown. After restoration on December 18, 2003, CAM opened, linking the past to a future for Chinese Americans spanning over 150 years. 425 N Los Angeles St, LA, CA 90012.
You want to go back? You can go all the way back to Prehistoric Pangaea at the National History Museum. With over 300 real fossils, 20 complete dinosaurs and ancient sea creatures that may or may not still exist beneath the deep, the Age of the Dinosaur is brought into existence as well as the extraordinary journey of prehistoric man. 900 Exposition Blvd, LA, CA 90007.
AAFM is DTLA saying “thanks” for the first 100 years of service by African American Firefighters from 1897 to 1997. Valued testimony from actual Firefighters of yesteryear, like Sam Haskins, who was listed as the first Los Angeles Fireman of African decent in 1892, was also killed while responding to a fire in 1895. 1401 S Central Ave, LA, CA 90021. The origin of LA, founded by 11 African American Spanish speaking families, (pobladores) accompanied by the Spanish military and Catholic church in 1787. Since it has become DTLA’s favorite Mexican marketplace, and cultural gathering center hosting Olvera Street, Pico House, first churches and other historic sites. 125 Paseo De La Plaza, LA, CA 90012.
Italian American Museum of Los Angeles
Museum of Los Angeles is to foster understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research, historic preservation, exhibitions and educational programs that examine the history and contributions of Italian Americans and Italians in Los Angeles and the United States. 644 North Main St, LA, CA 90012.
Southwest Museum of the American Indian
Located in the Mt. Washington area of Los Angeles, just a few miles north of Downtown, this collection deals mainly with Native Americans, including exhibits dedicated to the American Indians of the Great Plains, California, and the Northwest Coast. 234 Museum Drive, LA, CA 90065.
Korean American Museum (KAM)
Animal Museum (NMAS)
Sports Museum
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
Located just a few miles west of the epicenter of DTLA, KAM interprets and preserves the history, culture, and achievements of Korean Americans dating back to the 1880s, examining and discussing current issues, and exploring innovative ways to communicate the Korean American experience fostering the advancement of Korean American culture. 3727 W 6th St #519, LA, CA 90020. The Sports Museum features rare items and exhibits from every sport but focuses mainly on baseball, beginning with its humble origins over 145 years ago. It includes old bats, gloves, uniform, balls and equipment and is home to the most complete collection of baseball technology in the world. 1900 S Main St, LA CA 90015.
Located inside a 3-story brick warehouse built in 1909, NMAS aka the Animal Museum is the first museum of its kind dedicated to enriching the lives of animals and people through exploration of our shared experience, promoting respect for life and compassionate ethics in advancing healthy, meaningful interconnections with the animal world. 421 Colyton St. LA, CA 90013.
Since its inception in 1965, LACMA has been devoted to collecting works of art that span both history and geography. LACMA is the largest art museum in the western US, with a collection that includes nearly 130,000 objects dating from antiquity to the present. 5905 Wilshire Blvd, LA, CA 90036.
this week in sports>> by Christopher floch
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chris paul is traded: landing in houston to become a rocket
ine-time All-Star, the heart, and soul of the Los Angeles Clippers, Point Guard Chris Paul has been traded to the Houston Rockets. The Rockets will send the Clippers a package that includes guards Patrick Beverley
and Lou Williams, forward Sam Dekker and a 2018 first-round pick (protected Nos. 1-3), league sources told The Vertical. There are smaller parts to the deal, including non-guaranteed contracts, league sources said.
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uring his six-year stint with the Los Angeles Clippers, Chris Paul led the team to five 50 + winning seasons and led them to the Playoffs every season with the team. This is a heartbreaking day for Clippers Nation. The duo of Paul and Blake Griffin is no more, we will never witness another gravity defying alleyoop from Paul to DeAndre Jordan. Last week, Paul opted out of the final year of his contract to join up with James Harden in an attempt to dethrone the Golden State Warriors. He is expected to sign a five-year deal worth $205 million. Sources close to the situation say Paul was frustrated with Head Coach Doc Rivers nepotism regarding backup point guard his son Austin Rivers-Paul believed Rivers was never a good fit for the Clippers. Six years ago when Paul became a Clipper, it seemed like they were poised to dominate the So. Cal landscape in the wake of the Lakers going from champions to chumps. Well, dysfunction and playoff collapses have resulted in zero titles; not even a berth in the Western Conference Finals. The organization decided to get something in return for the dazzling point guard, rather than him simply walking away. The Clippers are back to rebuilding: Priority number one is locking up Blake Griffin to a max contract. The team is also attempting to re-sign J.J. Redick. Although, he just announced his intentions to leave the Clippers as well. The backcourt of Paul and Harden is a frightening prospect for the rest of the
Thank you, Chris, for your wonderful years in LA. He played six seasons with Los Angeles after six seasons with New Orleans. For his career, Paul has averaged 18.7 points, 9.9 assists and 2.3 steals per game. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Christopher Floch was born in 1985. At birth, he was born with a condition named: Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. Arthrogryposis is when your joints are in a fixed postition, and unable to bend. (Sidebar: it’s the same disability as the journalist from the New York Times, who President Donald Trump shamefully insulted). Floch was enamoured by the news at an early age. Even waking up at the crack of dawn to catch the morning’s top headlines, so he’d break the story the moment his family awoke. Unfortunately, he never got an opportunity to hone his craft, as many advisers were close-minded, and he was denied several times for Newspaper/Yearbook in High school. The heroes of this tale are surprisingly, Community College and Underemployment; both factors proved instrumental as fate would have it. Confined to a wheel chair, unable to play most of the sports he writes about, Floch has managed in his career as sports writer to cover two Super Bowls, UCLA and USC football, the LA Dodgers and three Rose Bowls. In his spare time, he loves to spend time with his nephew, Liam. He drinks far too many sodas, however, he will swear it’s all a big conspiracy. He loves Rock music, and is glad to share why Kobe is better than LeBron!
photo courtesy of complex sports .com NBA. Harden was the 2016-2017 MVP runner-up and became a true point guard in the Rockets run and gun offense. Paul can distribute, while Harden has the freedom to work off the ball in certain situations. Paul, the 32-yr old veteran has never won an NBA title, unlike his ‘Banana Boat’ buddies including Dwayne Wade and LeBron James. He has played in the most postseason games in NBA history without ever appearing in the NBA Finals. This season ended in the same manner as the previous three years. Griffin gets injured, Paul lashes out at his teammates and finally, the Clips are eliminated by inferior competition. Lather, rinse repeat!
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The gala coordinated by Splendid Affairs, with table arrangements by Dazzle & Design and offered catered meals by Chef Marilyn’s and Crystals Socal Catering with a full bar, and dessert buffet brought to the event by Black Business Association members which turned out to be a sweet retreat. This dessert extravaganza covered a table over 30 feet long with sweet temptations by Gwen’s Specialty Cakes, Harriett Cheesecake, Sweet Beginnings, and the Kobbler King. Event photography was provided by FOXX Media Group, LLC and as members of the press lined the red carpet for winning shots, absent from the Red Carpet was Honorary Chair, Quincy Jones, father of Motown and legendary producer, known worldwide for his work with the Berry Gordy, the Supremes, Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, the list is so long, we’ll just call it “the music of most of our lifetimes”, a perfect blend of soul and sound waves that crossed borders, genres, time lines, and is still leaving an impact on humankind worldwide. Surely, if the walls of the Biltmore could have talked most likely they would be singing the tunes of Motown during those moments instead. We caught up with Jones who sat quietly during the ceremonies yet managed to speak with DTLA Weekly to answer a few questions. “Can you come home with us, we asked?”, Quincy chuckled. “No, really can you come with us?” Quincy kinda just stared. For more information, contact ESP Public Relations www.espr.net
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