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What to Do in LA in April

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April in the City of Angels is packed with spring events and openings. Here’s a list of where to eat, explore, and more this month in LA and beyond.

Biite Club’s La Burg x Barney’s Beanery Juicy Lucy and Dry Martinis

Biite Club is presenting La Burg x Barney’s Beanery Juicy Lucys and Dry Martinis including one La Burg Juicy Lucy cheeseburger or chimichurri Juicy Lucy  and one dry martini on Friday, April 4 from 7 to 10pm at Barney’s Beanery West Hollywood, $36, tickets at https://biite.club/products/la-burg-x-barney-s-beanery-juicy-lucys-and-dry-martinis.

The Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Offers Easter Celebrations

THE Blvd at The Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel is offering a special three course prix fixe menu at $150 per person for Easter Brunch on April 20th from noon to 4pm, and Coin & Candor at the Four Seasons Westlake Village is offering a three course prix fixe meal from noon to 10pm for $148. Both hotels are also offering special Easter desserts and treats.

The London West Hollywood Offers Easter Afternoon Tea

The London West Hollywood is offering an Easter Afternoon Tea on Saturday April 19 and Sunday April 20 at their Boxwood restaurant from 12:30pm to 3:30pm, $84 per person, reservations at Open Table. They are also offering a Rooftop Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt on Saturday April 19 and Sunday April 20 beginning at 10:30am, reservations at Open Table.

Tre Lune Opens in Hollywood

The Montecito Group has opened Tre Lune in Hollywood in the heart of the Sycamore District. The restaurant is the northern sister to the original in Montecito and offers a variety of Italian dishes, with lunch and dinner service Sunday through Thursday from noon to 9pm and from noon to 10pm on Saturday and Sunday. Reservations at Open Table.

Alan Cumming Debuts ASMR-Style Bedtime Story with Virgin Atlantic

Emmy-winning actor and host of The Traitors Alan Cumming has partnered with Virgin Atlantic to narrate the airline’s first-ever original bedtime story, ReLAX and Unwind with Alan Cumming.  Read in Alan’s iconic soothing voice, Alan takes listeners on a journey through Virgin Atlantic’s new Clubhouse at LAX and beyond, helping lull them into relaxation before their next flight.

The story is tied to the unveiling of Virgin Atlantic’s brand-new Clubhouse, which opens in April at LAX. The Clubhouse was designed with pre-flight wellness in mind at every touchpoint, from sunset-inspired lighting to a first-of-its-kind Zen Den and more.

The Maybourne Beverly Hills

The Maybourne Beverly Hills Offers Fashionable Afternoon TeaThe world of afternoon tea has just received a fabulous makeover at The Maybourne Beverly Hills. The iconic hotel, nestled just steps away from Rodeo Drive, has introduced Prêt-à-Portea: The Red Carpet Collection, blending the refined English tradition of tea with haute couture. Guests at The Maybourne Beverly Hills are treated to a runway-inspired menu that turns red carpet moments into edible art. Each cake is a tribute to the iconic looks that have graced Hollywood's most glamorous events, adding a stylish delicious twist to the fashion world’s biggest moments. Served every Friday through Sunday with seatings at 2:00 and 3:00 pm, reservations at 310.860.7980, $165 per person.

Sendero at the Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles Offers New Six Course Five Pairing Mezcal + Tequila Tasting Menu

Chef Hendrix Vega (formerly of Amour, Gucci Osteria, Eleven Madison Park, and Bouley) recently took on the helm of Sendero on the 24th floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles and is offering a six-course dinner with five tequila and mezcal pairings every Tuesday through Saturday at 7 p.m. for $150 at the Agave Library.

CPK Offers Brings Back Favorite Dishes for 40thAnniversary

California Pizza Kitchen is bringing back some of their favorite dishes to celebrate their 40thanniversary, enjoy Rosemary & Grilled Chicken Pizza, Waldorf Chicken Salad, Chicken Milanese, and Tortilla Spring Rolls.

El Pollo Loco Celebrates National Burrito Day

El Pollo Loco will celebrate National Burrito Day with a three day Burrito Block celebration, From April 2 to 4, Loco Rewards members can enjoy burrito deals and giveaways. Check out El Pollo Loco Instagram’s page @elpolloloco for free food offers, buy one get one free and giveaways.

Universal Hollywood Launches Fan Fest NightsUniversal Studios Hollywood has launched Fan Fest Nights, starting April 25 through May 18 on select nights. Universal Fan Fest Nights ticketholders can look forward to dining their way through the event’s captivating interactive and immersive experiences as they Really Go There, inspired by such marquee worlds as Star Trek, Back to the Future, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ONE PIECE, Jujutsu Kaisen and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™. This year’s event also will debut the Universal Fan Fest Nights Dining Pass, inviting guests to sample a variety of food and beverage items throughout the event for a single price.  Order tickets at https://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/hhn/en/us/things-to-do/events-and-seasonal-activities/fan-fest-nights.

Terranea Derby Day Celebration

Head to the beautiful Terranea Resort to celebrate the Kentucky Derby with festive cocktails from Moet & Chandon and Woodford Reserve, Southern bites and a best dressed contest on May 3 from 2 to 5pm, book at https://www.terranea.com.  

The Botanist Islay Dry Gin and Prince Offer Dink & Sip Pickleball CollectionThe Botanist Islay Dry Gin, The Official Gin of Pickleball and Prince, the icon of the court, have launched the ultimate ‘90s-inspired, “Dink & Sip” Pickleball collection just in time for National Pickleball Month.  The collection is a celebration of iconic '90s sportswear style with a modern twist, “Dink-Tini” set is $200 at https://prince.thebotanist.com.

 

Shaena Engle

Shaena Engle is the lifestyle, food and travel editor for Perception Magazine and also writes for the Los Angeles Times, Pasadena Magazine, M Magazine, Los Angeles Times Las Vegas Magazine, The Daily Meal, AOL, WeHo Times and other outlets. She has authored The Best Places to Kiss in Southern California, The Cheap Bastard's Guide to Las Vegas and other outlets. She writes about travel, food, welln...(Read More)