The 5th Annual UNIQUE LA Holiday Show
Find the most unique holiday gifts made by local artists at the largest independent design show in the country. The products at the show are proudly made right here in the USA so you’re putting your dollars right back into our economy and local community! $10 at the door, or buy online and reserve a free tote bag, 12 & under are free, 10% of ticket sales go to the downtown Los Angeles non-profit organization Inner-City Arts. Tickets include unlimited re-entry for both days, UNIQUE magazine, drinks from The Naked Grape Wine, Hendrick’s Gin, O.N.E. Coconut Water, Honest Tea, GT’s Kombucha, Diabolo Drinks, DIY workshops, photo booth portraits and a print at the Oh Snap Studios Photo. December 1 + 2, 11 am – 6 pm, The California Market Center’s Penthouse, 110 E. 9th St., Downtown, Boothstateofunique.com
Cube Holiday Sale
On Sunday, for the first time ever, the Italian trattoria/cafe/marketplace’s dropping the their prices for the holidays, with up to 70% off cooking wares like Danish steel knives, 25yr-aged artisan balsamics, and (maybe) 4505 chicharones. 615 N La Brea, Mid-Wilshire, 323.939.1148, website
Holiday Cooking Class with Susan Feniger & Mary Sue Milliken
The Two Chefs teach you everything you need to know about cooking your favorite street eats like Tunisian chicken kebabs, Moroccan carrot salad, potato rajas taco and more. The demonstration-style cooking class includes a multi-course lunch at Border Grill downtown, signature cocktails and a recipe booklet. Call for resys. Saturday, 2-4 pm, 445 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.486.5171, bordergrill.com
AMC Dine-In Theatres
AMC has opened its first-ever Cali Dine-in Theatres in Marina Del Rey. They’re just like normal theatres, except they’ll deliver 56 entrees and a full bar (including Oreo Mudslides and draft beers) right to your seats. 13455 Maxella Ave., Marina Del Rey, website
Something Old Something New
This film series is presented by the student chapter of UCLA’s Association of Moving Image Archivists with the New Beverly Cinema. They bring together the love of newer films with older films. This time around, see Howard Hawk’s 1934 screwball comedy Twentieth Century and Hughes’ 1987 Planes, Trains and Automobiles. A between-film intermission features a raffle from local businesses, followed by a Q&A with an Oscar-winning film editor, Paul Hirsh, who worked on Planes, Trains and Automobiles. $8, Friday, 7:30 pm, 7165 W Beverly Blvd., 323.938.4038, more info something-old-something-new
An Evening with Anchor Brewing
Enjoy a five course pairing of Anchor Brewing beers and classic American dishes with a Gladstones twist. Also get an exclusive taste of Anchor’s 2012 Christmas Ale, which features a new, secret recipe each year. Sunday, December 2nd 5 – 9 pm, flight and dinner pairing: $39.95, dinner only: $29.95, beer flight only: $12.95, Resys: gladstones.com or 310.454.3474
Great Gatsby Party
Jazz music, booze, and food trucks is a Cali style Great Gatsby inspired party! Dress up in your best 1920s outfit and enjoy beautiful art deco, music, dancing, and some surprises! Saturday, 9 pm-1 am, Park Plaza Hotel, 607 S. Park View St., Westlake
2nd Annual Taste of Mexico
Enjoy music from live mariachi, cooking demonstrations and some of Los Angeles’ favorite Mexican chefs and restauranteurs when they offer tastes of their most popular dishes. The line up includes: Monarca Bakery, La Casita Mexicana, Guelaguetza, Rivera, and Frida’s. Mixologist Pablo Moix and Baja wineries will also be there. Pre-sale tickets start at $50, Friday, November 30, 6 pm – 1 am, Vibiana, 214 S. Main St., Los Angeles
Matthew Kenney Culinary School
As of this Saturday, join in weekend intensive courses to study contemporary Raw cuisine. Using recipes designed for Matthew Kenney Culinary and the region’s abundant local produce, you can be part of 12 hours of hands-on, Raw food artistry. Located in The Market at Santa Monica Place, the curriculum will change seasonally. Work with state-of-the-art equipment in one of two classes, (limited to 16 students). Classes start at %575, December 1-2; December 8-9; and December 15-16, (Saturday/Sunday 10 am-4 pm), visit Matthew Kenney Cuisine for more info.
Holiday Tea at the Top
High teagoes 24 floors up at the Ritz Carlton. The hotel has sourced loose leaf teas from Art of Tea, and offers menu items like miniature tea sandwiches and tiered trays of holiday pastries, and freshly baked scones. November 30-December 1, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.743.8824, ritzcarlton.com
Weekend Sample Sales
Kain Label: Cali-cool tees, silk dresses, and lightweight knits from past seasons, priced $25-$125, Friday, 9 am-6 pm, Cooper Building, 860 S. Los Angeles St., ste. 505.
Vince: Get Los Angeles’s luxe sweaters, tees and leggings, silk blouses and coats at 50-90% off. Plus, guys nab plaid shirts, cashmere hoodies, and twill jeans. Friday, 5-8 pm, 5410 Wilshire Blvd., 1st flr., Miracle Mile. Credit cards only.
Apolis: Common Gallery: End-of-season products and one-off samples will be on sale. They accept cash or credit cards, Saturday, 12 – 5 pm, Apolis: Common Gallery, 806 East 3rd St., Los Angeles CA 90013
eM Productions: Get up to 70% off of Wren, Me & Arrow, Society for Rational Dress, Brian Lichtenberg, and Something Else, along with awesome vintage finds. A portion of proceeds benefits the American Red Cross’s Hurricane Sandy efforts. Friday, 10 am-6 pm, Cooper Building, 860 S. Los Angeles St., ste. 402, Downtown.
Kelly Wearstler: Up to 80% off the ready-to-wear and jewelry collections. Friday & Saturday, 10 am-6 pm, 7961 W. Third St., West Hollywood.
LD Tuttle and Unearthen: Up to 70% off Unearthen’s baubles and crystal pendants, and up to 80% off LD Tuttle’s next-level kicks. Friday & Saturday, 10 am-6 pm, 544 Mateo St., Downtown, 213.613.1487
Joie, Current/Elliott, and Equipment: Get 75% off party dresses by Joie, broken-in Current/Elliott jeans, and Equipment blouses. Friday, noon-6 pm; Saturday, 10 am-3 pm, Siren Studios Orange, 1050 N. Orange Dr., Hollywood.
Monique Lhuillier: 40-90% off the designer’s bridal gowns and ready-to-wear creations. Sunday, 10 am-4 pm, 1201 S. Grand Ave., Downtown, 213.747.8811
JapanLA Clothing for Hello Kitty®
Los Angeles boutique JapanLA is partnering with Sanrio, Inc. and debuting of JapanLA Clothing for Hello Kitty®. Influenced by street fashion from Los Angeles to Tokyo, this line is for those seeking a unique, edgy style with quality materials and construction to match. The premiere collection showcases women’s apparel and men’s accessories. Join in the launch party on Friday, November 30, 7320 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, 90046, 323.934.5201, japanla.com.
LA Enhanced
Raise funds for a worthy cause at this iPhone-ography exhibition featuring an open bar, gratis appetizers, and live art installation. Free, Saturday, 8 pm, Crewest Gallery, 10 Winston St., Downtown, 213.627.8272, RSVP required here.
The Rhyme Along
Rock the mic as a live DJ lays down the beats to a large karaoke catalogue of 800+ hip-hop classics. Check out the catalogue, pick your jams, and secure your spot onstage in advance. Free, Friday, 9:30 pm, 72 North, 72 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, 626.578.9990
Coup Pop-Up
This is Los Angeles’ spot for Cult Gaia flower crowns and turbands, and handpicked artwork from The Tappan Collective, and apparel and decor from Crybaby Presents. Plus, join in movie nights, workshops, and special events throughout the month. Through January 1, Tuesday-Saturday, 11 am-6 pm; Sunday, noon-5 pm. 7908 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood.
A Current Affair Holiday Show
Snag a party dress and baubles from more than 30 vintage vendors and a jewelry trunk show of emerging indie designers (Annie Costello Brown, Gabriela Artigas). Plus, an open bar, tunes by KCRW DJ Marion Hodges, and street style photographer Histyley on hand. Saturday, 2-8 pm, Cooper Building, 860 S. Los Angeles St., 11th flr., Downtown. Tickets ($10-$20) at vintageshow.eventbrite.com.
Apt2B and Alpha Holiday Pop-Up
This new source for affordable modern design teams up with the fail-safe shop for guys to transform the back of Satine with men’s apparel, gadgets, books, decor, and furniture. Through December 31, Monday-Saturday, 11 am-7 pm; Sunday, noon-6 pm. 8134 W. Third St., West Hollywood, 323.655.2142
