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E.P & L .P
E.P. + L.P., a new two-story modern Asian eatery located along La Cienega Blvd,
is attracting attention throughout the Los Angeles restaurant scene. Chef Louis
Tikaram, winner of the 2014 Josephine Pignolet Young Chef of the Year award,
takes a modern riff on traditional Asian recipes ranging from small plates to
larger family-style offerings. E.P.’s menu is designed for sharing and showcase the
complex balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors. Some menu highlights
that Quintessentially Lifestyle recommends trying are the following:
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Nama Sea Pearls, seaweed ceviche with fresh coconut milk, lime, and chili
Chiang Mai Larb, spiced salmon, lemongrass , kaffir lime leaf, Vietnamese mint
Wood-Grilled Fijian Tuna, with green mango, roasted coconut, Thai basil,
and chili
Lou Dogg’s Crispy Skin Chicken, a half Mary’s chicken with black vinegar,
chili, and lemon
Black Beauty, a dessert of black sticky rice – (two ways: puffed & ice
cream), cucumber cream, and Szechuan cotton candy
Aspen Ridge Short Ribs - wood grilled on the bone with ginger and yellow bean
In comparison, L.P. Rooftop will serve as a welcoming setting for al fresco dining
until late and handcraft cocktails by Beverage Director Alex Straus set against
a backdrop displaying breathtaking views of the Hollywood Hills. Adjacent to
L.P. sits Frankie’s bar, an intimate venue for private gatherings with a bespoke
handcrafted cocktail program. After 11:00 PM, a strict guest list is enforced to
enter the rooftop.
E.P. & L.P. is pleased to offer Quintessentially Lifestyle Members priority
reservations and the opportunity to meet Chef Louis Tikaram when dining. For
more information about E.P. & L.P., dinner reservations, and guest list inquiries
please contact your Lifestyle Manager.
LA FOOD AND WINE
FESTIVAL
Returning for its fifth year, the LA Food and Wine Festival brings a wide array of
culinary events showcasing the finest in food and drink throughout Los Angeles
and superb talent across the United States. The four-day activation running from
August 27th to August 30th will allow locals and visitors alike to taste, drink,
and interact at uniquely tailored events and programming. Some of this year’s
celebrity gourmand personalities include Curtis Stone, Nancy Silverton, Thomas
Keller, and Tyler Florence. Below are some of Quintessentially Lifestyle’s top
event picks this year:
Lexus presents Ultimate Bites of L.A. Hosted by Chef Curtis Stone featuring DJ
Questlove - Thursday 8/27, 7:00-10:00pm
Redbird Lunch with Neal Fraser & Markus Glocker - Friday 8/28, 12:00-2:30pm
Lexus LIVE on Grand featuring The Roots - Saturday 8/29, 7:00-10:00pm
If you are a foodie at heart and love delicious, creative cuisine then the LA Food
and Wine Festival is one you do not want to miss. For more information about the
LA Food and Wine Festival and for tickets please contact your Lifestyle Manager.
BALTAIRE
Located in LA’s trendy Brentwood neighborhood, Baltaire brings a fresh
perspective to the traditional steakhouse. Opened in March 2015, Executive
Chef Travis Strickland tailors a menu that focuses on all-Prime beef
complemented by a variety of dishes that celebrate the bounty of the sea and
the local markets. The expansive and airy dining room, fireside lounge, and
sprawling outdoor terrace make Baltaire the ideal dining destination for a variety
of occasions—from a relaxed dinner with friends to closing a deal with colleagues
over lunch to enjoying weekend brunch with family.
Quintessentially Lifestyle had the chance to dine at the fabulous restaurant and
has the inside scoop on what dishes to try:
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USDA Prime Steak cuts from 8 to 40 ounces
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Shellfish Plateau with Maine lobster, king crab, shrimp, and market fresh oysters
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Kampachi Crudo with Oro Blanco grapefruit segments, pickled Fresno
chiles, and watermelon radish
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Organic Scottish Salmon with English pea risotto and citrus beurre blanc
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Grilled Eggplant Sandwich with pumpkin seed caponata and whipped
goat cheese
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Eggs Benedict with English muffins made from scratch
An eclectic and well-balanced wine list from top global producers, signature
cocktails, and an extensive rare spirits selection from Beverage Director and
Sommelier David Vaughn enhance Baltaire’s menu, service, and ambiance to
expand the vernacular of the steakhouse.
For more information about Baltaire or for reservations please contact your
Lifestyle Manager.
Photo by Kristin Teig
CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
PEBBLE BEACH 2015
There is one event that showcases the world’s most rare and prestigious vehicles
drawing car aficionados from all over the globe every August aiming for the
esteemed award “Best of Show” is the Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach. On
Sunday, August 16th, collectors and spectators gather on the famed eighteenth
hole at Pebble Beach Golf Links course where tire meets turf setting the stage for
one of the most competitive events in the automotive world.
Originally a small social event paired with a road race through the pine and
cypress forests of Pebble Beach, the Pebble Beach Concours has grown into the
top-ranking collector car competition. Automobiles and motorcycles are judged
for their historical accuracy, their technical merit and their style—and the best
garner reward and recognition.
This year will feature special marquees from the following brands: Ferrari, duPont,
Pope, Designs by Carrozzeria Touring, Postwar Cunninghams, Mercury Customs,
British Prewar Sports Cars, Lincoln Continental 75th Anniversary, and Shelby
GT350 Mustang 50th Anniversary.
Join the thousands of enthusiasts who will be on hand to revel in the elegance
and spectacle of the Concours d’Elegance making it one of most coveted events
to attend every year. For more information about attending the Concours please
contact your Lifestyle Manager.
What’s your favorite watering hole?
of my favorite places is Dominick’s in
“ One
West Hollywood. Great for dinner or just
drinks – super friendly people, great classic
Italian food, and really vibrant. They always
make room for you when you don’t have
a reservation, and it ALMOST feels like a
hole in the wall, even though it’s not.
”
Graham Outerbridge - Dedicated Lifestyle Manager
Q LOS ANGELES
8730 Sunset Boulevard
Suite 290
Los Angeles, CA 90069
+1 323 938 5500
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