JUL 26: TimesTalks goes to Hollywood with Will Ferrell & Adam McKay

From an email I got... wanted Wire LA readers to get the scoop too:

As a fan of TimesTalks, we invite you to spread the good news: TimesTalks is coming to Los Angeles on Monday evening, July 26. Will Ferrell & Adam McKay, longtime collaborators of such hits as “Anchorman,” “Talladega Nights” and “Step Brothers” as well as FunnyOrDie.com, discuss their latest film, “The Other Guys,” with New York Times Magazine contributor Lynn Hirschberg. Share this e-mail with your friends in the Los Angeles area and encourage them to enjoy the TimesTalks experience.

JUL 23: TONITE 7:30 Mel Brooks & Carl Reiner In Person at the Egyptian!

Posted by Don Rose

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This could be the coolest classic comedy event of the month (maybe the year!) TONIGHT

at the American Cinematheque's Egyptian Theatre.

6712 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles CA 90028

July 23 - 7:30 PM: Mel Brooks & Carl Reiner In Person!

Double Feature!

 

10 FROM YOUR SHOW OF SHOWS

1973

92 min., Dir. Max Liebman.

 

A compilation of sketches from the comedy-variety series starring Sid Caesar telecast live on the NBC television network from 1950 to 1954.

ENTER LAUGHING

1967

Sony Repertory, 112 min. Dir. Carl Reiner.

 

Reni Santoni plays a young Jewish man who dreams of becoming a comedian during the Depression. His parents think working in the family drugstore is a safer bet. The supporting cast includes Shelley Winters, Elaine May, Jose Ferrer, Jack Gilford, Janet Margolin and Michael J. Pollard.

 

Mel Brooks (schedule permitting) and Carl Reiner in person between films

BEST BET RESTO: The Capital Grille Gets Geared for Grand Opening with Great Food, Stellar Service; Opens to Public July 26

By Don Rose

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On July 22, I had the good fortune to attend a special event hosted by Los Angeles Magazine in honor of LACMA’s MUSE membership and the Grand Opening of The Capital Grille. This brand new resto, a welcome culinary addition to the Beverly Center, is located in the space once occupied by an old favorite of mine, The Hard Rock Cafe. While many may miss the classic Cafe and the car that once proudly protruded from the roof above, The Capital Grille should prove to be a worthy if not superior successor, making the corner of Beverly and San Vicente a happening hotspot for fans of fantastic food. (And, of course, don't forget the bars, both downstairs and up.)

My overall impression during this initial visit: I found the food fine -- dishes very tasty, a joy to eat -- and the service simply outstanding. At every turn, someone was giving a hearty greeting or asking if you needed anything, and there was an ever-present politeness with every interaction. Edible samplings at the soiree included a crab/lobster sandwich on a bulbous bun (fun! yum!), salmon on a hard cracker/wafer (a little too hard for my taste, but a minor concern -- I was too busy savoring the salmon), fried calamari, fries (seasoned just right), a cheese platter at the bar (a good place to mingle, it turned out), and more. I was especially impressed by a seemingly simple thing: the Orange Juice I ordered; instead of the usual bar OJ that tends to taste overly sugarized and almost not even OJ anymore, this was fresh squeezed from oranges, on the spot. Couldn't have been more delicious, or unexpected. Also unexpected was how much I would enjoy the vibe on the eatery's second level, where this private pre-opening party took place. The view, the breeze.... ahhhhh... relaxing.

Based on my initial visit and all the experiences cited above, I strongly recommend you try The Capital Grille. As for a review of a regular, sit down, menu-ordered meal, I hope to have that for you soon. The restaurant is doing private lunches and dinners this weekend, a prelude for the grand opening to the public on Monday July 26, when a ribbon-cutting will ensue -- as well as, I am sure, some wide smiles on highly delighted patrons.

www.thecapitalgrille.com

JUL 22: 12th Annual L.A.’s Largest Mixer(R) Set to Shine at the Shrine

Featured Event - Posted by Don Rose, via Largest Mixer Blog

The Wait is Finally Over...

The Biggest and Best is Back... 

Yep, the 12th Annual L.A.’s Largest Mixer® is Thursday, July 22, 2010!

It only happens once a year, and it is without question our choice for best business mixer in Los Angeles. Join event host and organizer Dave Linden as he and his team combine the networking power of 35 L.A. area chambers of commerce and business organizations with the best networkers from all over Southern California to give you the ultimate business networking experience.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:

1. Thousands of Attendees: Mix and mingle with thousands of business professionals from around Southern California. Don't forget to bring lots of business cards!
2. Visit Over 225 Exhibitor Booths: From small to large companies and almost every industry in between, visit the exhibitors of L.A.'s Largest Mixer® on both levels of the Shrine Auditorium Expo Center.
3. Mix & Mingle In Our Networking Lounges: Network in the "Official Networking Lounges of L.A.'s Largest Mixer®" -- sponsored by La Fonda on Wilshire and the U.S. Small Business Administration! They will be great places to mix and mingle with potential clients.
4. Fantastic Giveaways: Drop your business card at our admissions area for a chance to win one of many fantastic giveaways including 2 tickets on JetBlue, weekend stays from theAvi Resort and Casino - Laughlin, Primm Valley Resorts - Primm, NV, and Plaza Hotel & Casino - Las Vegas, plus gift cards fromCamarillo Premium Outlets and Desert Hills Premium Outlets.
5. Learn About the Benefits of Becoming a Chamber Member: Visit the booths of our participating 35 chambers of commerce and business organizations located throughout the event to learn how becoming a member can make your business grow.

L.A.'s Largest Mixer XII®
Thursday, July 22, 2010
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Shrine Auditorium Expo Center, 700 W. 32nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90007

Mixer Admission: $20 per person (no credit cards or checks at the door)

To pay by credit credit card, please visit: www.largestmixer.com/lamixer/tickets.php

Parking: $5 in a Shrine parking lot — Parking lot locations
For General Information: 323.230.5656

 or www.LAmixer.com . 

JULY 13: TASTE OF FARMERS MARKET Returns with Gourmet Food Galore & Special 1-Night Discounts at Retailers

by Don Rose

No one has to twist our arm here at Wire LA to get us interested in an event at the Farmers Market; we love the place. So when we learned that their Taste of Farmers Market was back again this Tuesday, a sequel to last year's fabulous culinary soiree, we raised our collective hands and said, "Yes, please!"

To learn more about the event, go immediately to: 

http://www.farmersmarketla.com/special_events/index.asp

(a good page to bookmark, to keep up on all the cool F-M events

taking place during the year). As for this Tuesday, the deets are as follows:

Taste of Farmers Market Back By Popular Demand! 

Tuesday, July 13, 5-9PM, Tickets on Sale Now.
The hit event of last year's 75th Anniversary Celebration is back for one evening only.  Stroll through the Market's aisles and sample delicious food from over 45 of your favorite Market restaurants and grocers and enjoy specially discounted pricing from Market retailers. This event will sell out! Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased here or in the Farmers Market Office, upstairs above Gate 1. 

You can also get a jump on your planning and

download a Taste of Farmers Market Program.

We hope to see you there Tuesday eve

at the corner of 3rd St and Fairfax!