This has got to be one of the strangest pairings and projects in L.A.'s always-surprising culinary scene. Acclaimed Providence Chef Michael Cimarusti is teaming up with Claim Jumper chain founder Craig Nickoloff to buy West Hollywood's venerable old diner dame, the Silver Spoon. Don't worry--we did a double take, too. more ›

Vegans and vegetarians, and their veg-curious and veg-loving carnivore friends, will have a new upscale dining destination to call their own in West Los Angeles. Venice's Seed Kitchen's chef and owner, Eric Lechasseur, will soon open Seed Bistro, where he aims to provide diners with a high-end fine dining experience serving vegan and macrobiotic fare. more ›

The Dining Room is the fine dining restaurant located within the The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa. Not only are they a great "special occasion" dinner destination, but they can boast something pretty unique: A one-star rating from the coveted Michelin Guide (it's the only hotel-run restaurant in Los Angeles with one). Now the restaurant is prepping for their new Chef de Cuisine's menu, which will debut on July 31st. more ›