Valentine's Day in Los Angeles

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Did you read our last blog? If you did, we hope you found the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your loved one. If you have not found the perfect gift yet, you still have a few days. Read our past blog for help with your Valentine's Day presents.

Now that you have the gift, it is time to start planning the perfect date. Valentine’s Day can have a lot of high expectations associated with the holiday. However, the key to any great date is planning it with your loved one in mind. What is something you both love in the relationship, or does your person have a favorite place or restaurant? This previous knowledge will help you create a Valentine’s Day that they will never forget.

We have researched and found a few Valentine’s Day local date ideas that we think your special someone would love. These ideas are all within a close distance of Los Angeles and Palazzo Westwood.

Do you want the classic Valentine's Day date? A romantic dinner for two with candlelight and champagne? Lucky for you, Los Angeles has many options for that exact idea. One Pico is perfect for nature and beach lovers alike. This beach-side destination gives you a gorgeous view of the ocean and the option to curl up by the fire with the person you love. For a more secluded feel, head to Firefly in Studio City. This romantic secret garden offers American Cuisine from chef Paul Shoemaker. Finally, if you want a classic movie star feel, head to Wolfgang Puck's Restaurant at Hotel Bel-Air. This classic old Hollywood hotel will give couples the perfect romantic atmosphere for their date night. 

If you want a more artistic night, head to the LA Philharmonic for a night of music and romance. Their Valentine's Day performances include everything from an organ concerto to a soprano soloist. You will not be disappointed with this highly-rated concert. 

We hope you have a great Valentine's Day with a loved one, family or friends. The best part about Valentine's Day is spending time with the people you love.

The Perfect VDay Gift

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Valentine’s Day is almost here, and that means it is time to surprise your loved one with presents and gifts. However, are you one of those people that gets completely overwhelmed with shopping for presents? We completely understand, we have been there too. Lucky for you, Los Angeles has a wide variety of shops and stores to find the perfect gift. We have gathered some of the best gifts near our home at Palazzo Westwood. So grab your wallet and take a walk to find your perfect gift for this Valentine’s Day.

Chocolate and flowers are always a great gift to start your Valentine’s Day date. However, there is more to chocolate than the pre-made boxes in your local grocery store. You can head to Compartes Chocolatier to get the perfect sweet gift. Shop their Valentine’s Day collection to find a great variety for each person’s unique tastes. 

If you want to do something a little different besides chocolates and flowers, check out a Los Angeles Dinner Cruise. You can enjoy a four course meal while enjoying the views of the Southern California coast. After dinner, you can dance under the moonlight with your loved one. This cruise will be a Valentine's Day date that you will never forget. These dinner cruises book up fast, so make sure to pick your day soon.

If you want this Valentine’s Day to stand out from the others, head to Brilliant Earth to find the perfect piece of jewelry. This store was founded by two Stanford Grads. They sell conflict-free jewelry using recycled previous metals. You can choose from custom made rings, earrings and other pieces. This store is located in the Robertson Blvd Shopping District. Make sure to make an appointment for the showroom to pick out your gift. They are open seven days a week.

These are just three of the many great creative gifts throughout the Los Angeles area. Valentine’s Day can be stressful, but thinking about your loved ones' tastes makes the process just a little simpler. Do you have the perfect go-to Valentine’s Day gift? Share it with us on our Facebook Page.

Food Delivery in LA

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Sometimes you just do not feel like cooking or going out. We have all been there. You get home from work and the idea of leaving the couch is just too much for you. However, in Los Angeles there are so many options for delivery that you will never have to leave the couch again. We have gathered some of the best delivery services and options for you to try at Palazzo Westwood. We want to hear your favorites too!

GrubHub

When you do not want to google individual restaurants, Grubhub can tell you everything that delivers to your home at Palazzo Westwood. All you need to do is put in your address and let the website do the work for you. Grubhub has Indian, Chinese, pizza and vegan food all ready to be delivered to your doorstep. Grubhub even allows you to see the wait time for each place so you can make your decision wisely. Pull up Grubhub on your computer and throw on a Netflix show, you are staying in tonight.

Seamless

Seamless is a company that you hear about in memes, TV shows and all over social media. Any food you want delivered to your doorstep sounds too good to be true. However, Seamless is pretty close. Seamless is similar to Grubhub. You put in your address and see what Seamless can deliver to you. Los Angeles has so many options, so it may be hard to choose. We will watch out for your Instagrammed Seamless delivery. 

LA Bite

LA Bite is perfect for individual or big group orders. You can pick the restaurant on the website, and then you can choose the time and location for the delivery. You can even filter by price, catering or type of food. Once the delivery is placed, LA Bite connects with all the appropriate parties and make sure you get your delivery accurately and on time.  LA Bite has been offering this service since 2001. 

These are just a few of the many great options for Los Angeles delivery. What is your favorite food delivery option in LA?

Nachos in Los Angeles

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Nachos, cheese and guacamole sound pretty delicious on this Friday afternoon. We want to celebrate National Nacho Day with all of our favorite toppings on tortilla chips. Lucky for us, Los Angeles has so many great restaurants to choose from for our nacho lunch or dinner. If you don’t feel like trying one of these delicious restaurants, you can celebrate by making your own nachos while relaxing at Palazzo Westwood. 

The Lobos Truck

You might have to find the truck throughout Los Angeles, but it will be worth it. You must try their green dragon wachos. What are wachos? Nachos are waffle-fried nachos. Your wachos include sauce-tossed waffle fries, guacamole, scallions and ranch dressing. This sounds like the perfect Friday lunch treat. 

El Flamin’ Taco

This great food truck in Los Angeles has the famous carne asada nachos.  You can find them outside of the bars after closing time. These nachos are perfect for when you are hungry late at night or during the day. The carne asada nachos include refried beans, cheddar, avacado, jalapeños and sour cream. 

TLT FOOD

How do pork belly nachos sound? TLT Food is one of the only restaurants that makes this delicious unique take on nachos. You get tortilla chips with braised pork belly and more. This unique recipe is thanks to the Chef Daniel Shemtob.

Tacos Villa Corona

Tacos Villa Corona in Atwater Village will be tempting for your tastebuds. You can order the Chilaquiles. These are delicious breakfast nachos for your commute to work. This morning restaurant closes at 2pm so make sure to get there early in the day. You can even switch it up by trying their chilaquiles burrito. 

HomeState

HomeState in East Hollywood is a place we recommend for everyone to visit. What can you get at HomeState to celebrate National Nacho Day? Their specialty is Frito Pie in a bag. This recipe is Fritos topped with chile con carne or black beans, cheddar cheese, lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, pickled jalapeños and pickled red onions. 

Pumpkin Flavor in LA

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It may still be warm in Los Angeles, but everyone is already craving pumpkin flavored everything. From lattes to cheesecakes, you can find people looking for pumpkin flavor in even the most obscure foods. This is even true in a variety of restaurants throughout Los Angeles. We have found a few dishes that we are so excited to try. Do you have any pumpkin flavored recipes? Share them with your friends at Palazzo Westwood.

Messhall Kitchen on Los Feliz Blvd has a delicious menu that we love to sample and try. However, their pumpkin items are the reason we are so excited to go there this fall. We want to start with a roasted pumpkin bisque with black truffle and fresh mozzarella grilled cheese. This is just the main course. Dessert is what we have been craving all day. Make sure to try their pumpkin cheesecake, that is made with a gingersnap crust.

Stir Market is one of the newest restaurant concepts in Los Angeles. This is a modern take on the European food hall experience. It is part retail space and part dining area. We are heading their this fall to try the small red-orange pumpkin salad. This salad has a butternut squash, pumpkin seeds and pomegranate all mixed into it. This is the perfect lunch to hit all of our pumpkin cravings. You can find the Stir Market at 7475 Beverly Blvd.

Maybe a salad is not enough for your pumpkin cravings. Fig and Olive on Melrose Place will give you a slice of France in Los Angeles. They are serving a pumpkin sage ravioli that is made with free range chicken, ricotta and charmoula, topped with a pumpkin olive oil emulsion, toasted pumpkin seeds, parmesan and an aged balsamic Frantioio olive oil. Make sure to try their other fantastic dishes during your next visit.

These are just a few of the many Los Angeles restaurants that will help you satisfy your pumpkin cravings. We want to know what your favorite pumpkin item is? Comment on our Facebook Page with your favorite pumpkin drink or food item and where to get it!

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LA Restaurant Week

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We love exploring LA and trying all of the delicious restaurants that are around us. However, this can get really expensive throughout the year. This is why we love LA Restaurant Week. LA Restaurant Week gives you the chance to explore as many restaurants as your schedule allows for a set price. You can find new dishes or visit your favorite restaurants all week long. Check out some of these Westwood restaurant specials that are close to your home at Palazzo Westwood.



Fundamental LA

This restaurant located in the heart of Westwood is serving unique cuisine for lunch and dinner. All of the meals at Fundamental LA are made from the freshest farmers' market ingredients. Fundamental LA is open Tuesday-Saturday 11am-Close, and their happy hour is Tuesday-Saturday from 5:30pm-7pm. They have a great special for LA Restaurant week at Fundamental LA. They are offering a $15.00 lunch special as well as a $40.00 dinner special that includes four courses. You can visit Fundamental LA at 1303 Westwood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90024.

Palomino Restaurant and Bar

This upbeat city restaurant features New World cuisine made with Old Wood cooking techniques. If you are looking for a night out with friends or a simple dinner, Palomino Restaurant is the perfect place for your group. This gastropub is open from 11am-9pm Sunday-Saturday.  The bar is open extended hours throughout the week. Palomino is offering a two course lunch for $20.00 and a three course dinner for $40.00 for LA Restaurant Week. You can try this gastropub inspired food at 10877 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90024.

STK Los Angeles

The final restaurant that we are featuring is located in the W Hotel in West Beverly Hills. STK Los Angeles is a modern steakhouse that includes a chic lounge. You will always be able to enjoy a DJ at this unique and popular LA dining spot. STK is open daily from 5pm-11pm Sunday-Thursday and 5pm-1am Friday and Saturday. You can also try out their delicious happy hour all night Monday and Tuesday or from 6pm-8pm Wednesday through Saturday. STK is a must see for LA Restaurant Week. They are featuring a $50.00 multi course dinner throughout all of LA Restaurant Week.

These are just three of the hundreds of restaurants that are participating in LA Restaurant Week. You have 14 days from July 13th - July 26th to experience as many restaurants in LA as you can. Make sure to make your reservations early to beat the crowds and waits.