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Off-Ramp Recommends: a Smorgasburg on the Westside
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Mar 9, 2017
Off-Ramp Recommends: a Smorgasburg on the Westside
Smorgasburg LA brings its downtown market to the Santa Monica Pier. All the foodie and crafty pleasures you'd expect from Smorgasburg LA ... with more sun.
Brothecary & Cheezus are two of many vendors at Smorgasburg LA.
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Donut Friend is one of many vendors at Smorgasburg LA.
Donut Friend is one of many vendors at Smorgasburg LA.
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Logan Sakai via Flickr Creative Commons
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Smorgasburg LA brings its downtown market to the Santa Monica Pier. All the foodie and crafty pleasures you'd expect from Smorgasburg LA ... with more sun.

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If you have been to Smorgasburg LA then you know it’s the perfect place to Instagram foodie L.A. luxuries. Now imagine how many cool points you’ll get for sharing pictures that not only showcase delicious food but that also have an awesome view of the iconic Santa Monica Pier. 

For the first time Smorgasburg LA will be holding an event on the Westside.

Smorgasburg LA is a a weekly market showcasing some of L.A.’s best food and crafts. The event typically features about five acres of shopping, chow, and drinks every Sunday in downtown L.A.. But this Saturday, the event will be popping up for one day only at the Santa Monica Pier.

Current Smorgasburg vendors will visit the pier, including Shrimp Daddy, Amazebowls, Lobsterdamus, Donut Friend, and Cheezus.

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Brand new vendors like Chichidango and J/10 Chai Co. will make their debut at this event too. If crafts are more your style, make sure to check out handmade goodies from Baobab Collective, Rx Candles, and Goldenwest Goods.

If you can’t make it to the pier on Saturday, you can always visit Smorgasburg at its regular location and time on Sunday.

The special Saturday Smorgasburg will take place from 11 a.m to 5 p.m. on March 11th at the Santa Monica Pier. Smorgasburg LA happens every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Alameda Produce Market.  The event is free, but bring cash for treats. For more information visit the website.