As summer continues to heat up in Los Angeles, August is brimming with exciting events, culinary delights, and unique experiences for locals and visitors alike. Here’s a roundup of what to eat, see, and explore this month in the City of Angels.
Dine LA Summer is in full swing, running through August 8, featuring over 300 of the city’s hottest restaurants. Food enthusiasts can indulge in specially curated lunch and dinner menus that showcase the best of LA’s culinary scene.
For a luxurious afternoon outing, The London West Hollywood has launched a Pixi Afternoon Tea every weekend from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This delightful experience combines the elegance of traditional tea service with Pixi Beauty’s signature glow. Guests can also enjoy a glow-up station hosted by a Pixi makeup artist, making for a fun and interactive afternoon. The tea costs $84 per person, and reservations can be made via OpenTable. Additionally, the hotel offers a Rooftop Pizi Cabana Experience, complete with refreshing Pixi Glow Mists and special cocktails.
For those seeking a taste of the St. Tropez lifestyle, the Fairmont Century City is presenting a Parisian Garden oasis in collaboration with St-Germain. This summer, guests can mingle by the pool while sipping on frozen and carafe-served STG Hugo spritzes and enjoying a delectable lunch menu. Reservations for this chic experience can be made by calling 310.424.3030.
On the breakfast front, Breakfast Republic has introduced its new dish, Chick ‘n’ Toast, starting August 1. This dish features crispy chicken thighs served with poached eggs, drizzled with creamy chipotle hollandaise sauce, all on a dollop of buttered brioche toast. It’s sure to become a new brunch favorite!
Wine lovers can rejoice as the Farmers Market hosts wine pop-ups featuring Paso Robles wineries every Thursday in August. Guests can enjoy free samples, listen to live music, and enter a drawing for a chance to win a trip to wine country. These pop-ups are part of the Market’s Summer Music Series and take place from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Plaza near the Clock Tower.
Ice cream enthusiasts should make their way to Salt & Straw, where the late summer produce flavors have arrived. The Farmer’s Market Series features unique offerings like chocolate chip zucchini bread, tomato gelato with olive brittle, and peach jam miso blondies, available through the end of August.
For dessert lovers, Randy’s Donuts is offering a special “Naked Gun” donut in celebration of a collaboration with Paramount Pictures. This limited-edition strawberry-filled vanilla iced donut, inspired by Frank Drebin Jr., is available through August 3 at all Randy’s locations in LA.
Heidi Klum has partnered with Erewhon to introduce the new Kluminator smoothie, a refreshing blend made with MALK coconut milk, kiwi matcha juice, mango, and more. Available until August 21 at Erewhon stores, this smoothie is sure to be a hit among health-conscious Angelenos.
Additionally, The Grove has launched a partnership with Rivian to showcase a series of immersive pop-up experiences. Starting from now until the end of the year, guests can participate in demo drives and interactive vehicle displays. In the same vein, from August 1 to 3, visitors can attend an interactive pop-up by Procolored, where they can create and print custom tote bags and T-shirts, all for free.
As we head toward Labor Day, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort is gearing up for a fun holiday weekend, running from August 29 to September 1. Guests can enjoy the inflatable aquatic park featuring slides, bouncers, and more, along with water sports rentals and evening live music.
Chocolate lovers should check out John Kelly Chocolates, where Charles Chocolates is offering Dubai Done Better bars featuring unique flavors like original pistachio and pistachio milk chocolate caramel.
Overall, August in Los Angeles promises an array of exciting dining options, engaging events, and unforgettable experiences. Don’t miss out on the vibrant culture and culinary offerings that the city has to offer this summer!
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