{"id":18307,"date":"2019-12-17T01:16:06","date_gmt":"2019-12-17T09:16:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/?p=18307"},"modified":"2020-01-01T16:37:22","modified_gmt":"2020-01-02T00:37:22","slug":"christmas-eve-2019-los-angeles-festive-dinner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/2019\/12\/17\/christmas-eve-2019-los-angeles-festive-dinner\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas 2019: \u2018Tis The Season to Celebrate These Nine Festive Feasts & Sweet Treats"},"content":{"rendered":"

The holidays are the perfect time<\/strong> to celebrate!\u00a0 And, what better way to share love and joy with your friends & family<\/strong> than delicious & decadent feasting<\/strong> at<\/p>\n

Southern California’s best restaurants!<\/h2>\n

Take a look at the Christmas specials<\/strong>, sure to keep your eyes, mouth, and belly in the Christmas spirit!<\/p>\n

Celestino Ristorante:<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Christmas Eve:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Deck the halls with a delectably delightful Italian Christmas Eve Dinner<\/strong> at Celestino Ristorante<\/strong> in Pasadena prepared by Owner and Executive Chef Calogero Drago<\/strong>. Christmas Eve<\/strong> is meant to be celebrated with loved ones and what better way than with a delicious meal that will make the whole family sing Christmas <\/strong>carols. Chef Calogero Drago<\/strong> is offering a special Christmas Eve<\/strong> Dinner Menu<\/strong> featuring his new seasonal specials and classics alike, such as his Eggplant Souffle<\/em><\/strong>, Angel Hair Pasta<\/em><\/strong>, Pumpkin Tortellini<\/em><\/strong> and Risotto with Mussels<\/em><\/strong>. Due to popular demand, Chef Drago<\/strong> will also be featuring a \u201cFeast of the Seven Fishes\u201d<\/em><\/strong> Prix-Fixe <\/em><\/strong>\u00c0 la Carte <\/em><\/strong>Menu<\/em><\/strong> on Christmas Eve<\/strong> for those that love this famous tradition. For something sweet, save room and share a Pear Tart<\/em><\/strong>, or for something even more decadent, guests can indulge in the Mascarpone Pistachio Cheesecake<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Chef Calogero Drago and Manager Mario Tello \/\/ Photo Credit:\u00a0 acuna-hansen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Celestino Ristorante <\/em><\/strong>will be open<\/strong> for Dinner <\/strong>on Christmas Eve<\/strong>, Tuesday, December 24th, <\/sup>2019<\/strong> from 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm; Celestino Ristorante<\/strong> will be closed <\/strong>on Christmas Day<\/strong>, Wednesday, December 25th, <\/sup>2019; <\/strong>141 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91105; 626.795.4006; <\/em>www.CelestinoPasadena.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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Chez Jay:<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Christmas Eve:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Dive into the holiday spirit at Chez Jay<\/strong>, the historic dive bar and restaurant located in the heart of Santa Monica this Christmas Eve<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Start celebrating with Lunch<\/strong> by the sea with a Starter<\/strong>such as Jay\u2019s Seafood Salad<\/em><\/strong> comprised of King Crab Legs, Bay Shrimp and secret dressing, or savor the Sand Dabs Almondine<\/em><\/strong> Entr\u00e9e<\/strong> accompanied by fresh vegetables and rice pilaf.<\/p>\n

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For\u00a0Christmas Eve Dinner<\/strong>, begin with Jay\u2019s Steamed Clams<\/em><\/strong> prepared with fresh herbs in a white wine broth, or enjoy the Wedge <\/em><\/strong>made with iceberg lettuce, and topped with bacon, croutons and a tomato Roquefort dressing. At the top of the Christmas<\/strong> list are Chez Jay\u2019s<\/strong> infamous Entr\u00e9es <\/strong>such as the 10 oz. New York<\/em><\/strong> Butter Steak<\/em><\/strong>; the Angus New York Steak and lobster tail Surf & Turf<\/em><\/strong>, or the Fresh Swordfish \u201cRoti\u201d Au Poivre<\/em><\/strong>, each offered with a choice of soup du jour<\/em> or salad,<\/em> and choice of a baked potato<\/em>, rice pilaf<\/em>, or scalloped potatoes<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Indulge in a Santa-approved sweet with Desserts<\/strong> including the Chez Jay Cheesecake<\/em><\/strong> and Sticky Toffee Pudding<\/em><\/strong>. Christmas Eve<\/strong> is not the same without a cocktail, and no one knows this better than Chez Jay<\/strong>, so they will be serving up their famous Dirty Martini<\/em><\/strong> all evening! Classically made with a choice of vodka or gin, vermouth, olive juice, and fresh olives, this celebratory sipper has the ability to get even the Grinch in the spirit, and Wine <\/strong>and Beer<\/strong> will also be available.<\/p>\n

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Chez Jay<\/em><\/strong> will be open<\/strong> on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th<\/sup>, 2019<\/strong> from 11:30 am to 2:00 am. Chez Jay<\/strong> will\u00a0 be serving Lunch<\/strong> from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm, and Dinner<\/strong> from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm; Chez Jay<\/strong> will be closed<\/strong> on Christmas Day<\/strong>, Wednesday, December 25th<\/sup>, 2019<\/strong>; 1657 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.395.1741; <\/em>www.ChezJays.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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Drago Centro:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Christmas Eve:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\u2018Tis the Season at Drago Centro <\/strong>in Downtown Los Angeles this Christmas Eve <\/strong>with Owner and Executive<\/strong> Chef Celestino Drago\u2019s The Feast of the Seven Fishes Prix-Fixe Menu<\/em> <\/strong>($100.00 per person plus tax)<\/em>!<\/p>\n

Chef Celestino Drago<\/strong>\u00a0aims to please this Christmas Eve<\/strong> with his celebratory Feast of the Seven Fishes<\/em><\/strong> Prix-Fixe Menu <\/em><\/strong>where guests will be gifted with a sumptuous seafood offering featuring the Panna Cotta, Ricci di Mare, Crudo di Ventresca di Tonno<\/em>, <\/strong>sea urchin panna cotta, toro and tuna tartar; the Cappesante, Polpo, Pur<\/em>\u00e9e\u2019 di Barbabietole <\/em>e Lattughe Novelle<\/em><\/strong>, jumbo scallops, octopus, red beet pur\u00e9e with micro lettuce;<\/p>\n

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Spaghettini Verdi alla Chitarra, Vongole e Carciofi Croccanti<\/em>, <\/strong>basil spaghetti, clams and crispy artichokes; the Agnollotti con Aragosta, Brodetto di Peperoni Gialli profumati all\u2019 Anice<\/em>,<\/strong> lobster filled agnollotti, yellow bell pepper broth, and anise essence; Branzino, Pur<\/em>\u00e9e\u2019 <\/em>di Melanzane, Pomodorini arrosto su corallo di Pane<\/em>, <\/strong>roasted branzino, eggplant pur\u00e9e, roasted tomato, bread corral, and for Dessert <\/strong>guests can choose their individual sweet treat directly from the Drago Centro Dessert Menu<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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For those who are not driving the sleigh, Bar Manager Emraan Jawaid\u2019s<\/strong> Apple of My Eye<\/em><\/strong> cocktail made with brown butter Infused vodka, Cognac, Amargo Vallet, lemon juice, apple syrup, and three dashes of Cassia Cinnamon Tincture is one of Santa\u2019s favorites, and Wine Director Mark Sadr<\/strong> will be offering Wines by the Glass<\/strong> and Wines by the Bottle<\/strong> from Drago Centro\u2019s<\/strong>award winning Wine List<\/strong>. So Come, All Ye Faithful and let Drago Centro<\/strong> create a joyful and triumphant Christmas Eve<\/strong> for you!<\/p>\n

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Drago Centro <\/em><\/strong>will be open<\/strong> for Lunch<\/strong> on Christmas Eve<\/strong>, Tuesday, December 24th, <\/sup>2019<\/strong> from 11:30 am\u00a0 to 2:30 pm, and for Dinner<\/strong> from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm; Drago Centro <\/strong>will be closed <\/strong>on Christmas Day<\/strong>, Wednesday, December 25th, <\/sup>2019; <\/strong>525 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071; 213.228.8998; <\/em>www.DragoCentro.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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Drago Ristorante:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Christmas Eve Day:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sleigh Bells ring this Christmas Eve Day <\/strong>at Drago Ristorante <\/strong>at the Peterson Automotive Museum <\/strong>as the Drago Brothers <\/strong>celebrate with Executive Chef Tanino Drago\u2019s Feast of the Seven Fishes Prix-Fixe Menu<\/em> <\/strong>($95.00 per person)<\/em> or Drago Ristorante\u2019s Traditional Menu <\/strong>all day long!<\/p>\n

Executive Chef Tanino Drago\u2019s<\/strong>\u00a0Feast of the Seven Fishes Prix-Fixe Menu <\/em><\/strong>flows beautifully with the:<\/p>\n

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First Course<\/strong> – Saltspring Island Mussels<\/em><\/strong> prepared with white wine sauce, fresh herbs and lemon;<\/p>\n

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Second Course<\/strong> is the\u00a0Swordfish Carpaccio<\/em><\/strong> dressed with fresh pomegranate and passionfruit vinaigrette;<\/p>\n

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Third Course<\/strong> – the\u00a0Risotto Al Nero<\/em><\/strong>, made with squid ink risotto, fresh calamari, shrimp, and bay scallops;<\/p>\n

Fourth Course<\/strong> – Paccheri al Fuoco<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>made with large rigatoni, Thai chili, cherry tomato, and rock shrimp;<\/p>\n

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Fifth Course<\/strong> –\u00a0Linguine Alle<\/em> Vongole<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong>prepared\u00a0with clams, garlic, crushed red pepper, and parsley;<\/p>\n

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Sixth Course<\/strong> – Seared Scallops with Shiitake Mushrooms<\/em><\/strong>; <\/em>Seventh Course<\/strong> –\u00a0Pan-Roasted Branzino<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0with sardine couscous, clams, tomato, and turnips, and finally<\/p>\n

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Dessert<\/strong> directly from the Drago Ristorante Dessert Menu<\/strong>.\u00a0Drago Ristorante\u00a0<\/strong>will also be offering their\u00a0Traditional Menu\u00a0<\/strong>on\u00a0Christmas Eve Day<\/strong>\u00a0and be sure to enjoy the festive Mistletoe Minty Martini<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>made with vodka and shaken with Cr\u00e8me de Menthe and ice, or the refreshing Drago Cranberry Spritzer<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0mocktail mixed with lime soda, cranberry juice, sparkling water, and fresh cranberries created by\u00a0Mary Le and Catalina Parocua. <\/strong>May each guest enjoy the Feast of the Seven Fishes Prix-Fixe Menu<\/em><\/strong>, the joyful Cocktails<\/strong>, and all the\u00a0Holiday cheer at\u00a0Drago Ristorante!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Drago Ristorante <\/em><\/strong>will be open<\/strong> all day on Christmas Eve Day<\/strong>, Tuesday, December 24th, <\/sup>2019<\/strong> from 11:30 am to 6:00 pm; Drago Ristorante <\/strong>will be closed <\/strong>on Christmas Day<\/strong>, Wednesday, December 25th, <\/sup>2019; <\/strong>6060 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.800.2244; www.DragoRistorante.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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Georgia\u2019s Restaurant in Long Beach:<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Christmas Eve:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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What better way to celebrate the love and warmth that Christmas Eve<\/strong> brings than with Southern soul food at family-owned Georgia\u2019s Restaurant <\/strong>at the Long Beach Exchange<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

The charismatic Mother and Daughter duo behind this establishment, Nana Gretchen Shoemaker<\/strong> and Nika Shoemaker-Machado<\/strong> have something for every member of the family to enjoy this\u00a0Christmas<\/strong> Eve<\/strong> with savory dishes such as their famous Fried Chicken<\/em><\/strong> cooked in a Brazilian buttermilk brine and seasoned crispy cornmeal crust;<\/p>\n

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St. Louis BBQ Ribs<\/em><\/strong>, a half-rack of slow roasted pork ribs in Georgia\u2019s Restaurant<\/strong> signature house-made BBQ sauce, or opt for Nana\u2019s <\/strong>signature Gretchen\u2019s Jambalaya<\/em><\/strong> cooked to order with shrimp, andouille sausage and chicken, served over pasta or rice.<\/p>\n

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\u2018Tis the season to have fun, so savor any of these dishes with a Seasonal Sangria<\/em>, Red Wine <\/em><\/strong>and White Wine<\/em> <\/strong>by the glass or the bottle, and add a delectable Soulful Side\u00a0<\/strong>to share such as the Collard Greens<\/em><\/strong>, Baked Beans<\/em><\/strong>, Mac & Cheese<\/em><\/strong>, and Nana Gretchen’s<\/strong> famous Cornbread<\/em><\/strong>, served with house-made honey butter.<\/p>\n

For the perfect sweet ending this\u00a0Christmas Eve<\/strong> guests can enjoy Nana Gretchen\u2019s <\/strong>\u201csoul-delicious<\/em>\u201d Desserts<\/strong> such as the Peach Cobbler<\/em><\/strong>, Sweet Potato Pie<\/em><\/strong>, Lemon Cake<\/em><\/strong>, or Pound Cake<\/em><\/strong> with a side of house-made \u00e0 la Mode\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>upon request.<\/p>\n

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Georgia\u2019s Restaurant<\/em><\/strong> will be open<\/strong> on Christmas Eve<\/strong>, Tuesday, December 24th, <\/sup>2019<\/strong> from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm; Georgia\u2019s Restaurant<\/strong> will be closed <\/strong>on Christmas Day<\/strong>, Wednesday, December 25th, <\/sup>2019<\/strong>; 4104 McGowen Street, Suite 155, Long Beach, CA 92630; 562.420.5637; <\/em>www.Georgias-Restaurant.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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Mi Piace:<\/strong><\/h1>\n


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Spend this Christmas Eve <\/strong>at Old Town Pasadena\u2019s Mi Piace <\/strong>and celebrate with a big Italian family feast!<\/p>\n

Executive Chef Gil Saulnier<\/strong> is preparing a special Christmas Eve Specials Menu<\/strong>available from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and this will feature Italian treats and seasonal specials to satisfy every guest at the table.<\/p>\n

Begin this year\u2019s holiday feast with the Pasta e Fagioli Soup\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>made with organic red and white Cannellini kidney beans, pasta, escarole lettuce, carrots, celery, and Maui onions in a San Marzano tomato broth;<\/p>\n

the luscious Roasted Bone Marrow<\/em><\/strong> served with Cowboy bacon shallot jam and toasted ciabatta, or guests can share the decadent Oyster &<\/em><\/strong> Seafood Platter<\/em><\/strong> featuring Malpeque P.E.I Mussels, Kusshi B.C. Oysters, an Alaskan King Crab Leg, half Maine Lobster, and jumbo shrimp, served with a mignonette<\/em>, cocktail sauce<\/em>, and tartar sauce<\/em> with fresh lemon.<\/p>\n

Those on Santa\u2019s nice list are invited to savor Mi Piace<\/strong> Entr\u00e9es <\/strong>such as the Prime Delmonico New York, <\/em><\/strong>a bone-in 18 oz. steak with fresh shitake mushrooms, Napa Cabernet demi glaze, and Chef Saulnier\u2019s special potatoes;<\/p>\n

the Colorado Slow Braised Lamb Shank<\/em><\/strong> in a red wine reduction with braised Japanese eggplant, salsify, rutabaga, and turnips, or the Chilean Sea Bass<\/em><\/strong> served with a creamy Reggiano risotto topped with French black truffle.<\/p>\n

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Even those on Santa\u2019s naughty list can indulge in Mi Piace\u2019s<\/strong> decadent Desserts<\/strong> which are a big part of the Christmas Eve<\/strong> celebration at Mi Piace<\/strong>, so do not miss any delectable delights such as the Almond Rocha Cake <\/em><\/strong>made of layers of almond gateaux layered between chocolate ganache, covered in milk chocolate and topped with caramelized almonds, or the Midnight Fantasy<\/em><\/strong>, a chocolate cake with Swiss bittersweet chocolate fudge and raspberry pur\u00e9e.<\/p>\n

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Guests craving any of Mi Piace\u2019s <\/strong>classic dishes can enjoy the Italian eatery\u2019s traditional Lunch Menu<\/strong> which will be offered from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the Mi Piace<\/strong> Classic Dinner Menu<\/strong> which will also be offered from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Accompany this Christmas Eve<\/strong> gathering by pairing these delicious dishes with any one of Mi Piace\u2019s<\/strong> award-winning wines, or try one of Bar Manager Nikos Baltas\u2019s<\/strong> Christmas Cocktails<\/strong> such as the Naughty or Spice <\/em><\/strong>made with Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Bailey\u2019s, espresso, a house-made cinnamon and nutmeg syrup, topped with house-made whipped cream and freshly grated nutmeg, so be prepared to have a very Merry Christmas Eve<\/strong> at Mi Piace<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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Mi Piace<\/em><\/strong> will be open<\/strong> from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th<\/sup>, 2019 <\/strong>and they will be closed <\/strong>on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25th<\/sup>, 2019.<\/strong> Mi Piace<\/strong>will offer their traditional Lunch Menu<\/strong> on Christmas Eve<\/strong> from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, and they will also be offering their Classic Dinner Menu<\/strong> from 4:00 pm to 11;00 pm, along with\u00a0 a special Christmas Eve Specials Menu<\/strong> from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm; 25 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91105; 626.795.3131; <\/em>www.MiPiace.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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Preux & Proper:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Preux & Proper<\/strong>, the preeminent Southern house on the West Coast where hospitality is a way of life, will have guests rocking around the Christmas tree throughout the holidays with<\/p>\n

SLEIGH BELLS on SPRING<\/strong><\/p>\n

a holiday spectacular featuring Holiday Specials<\/strong>, Christmas Cocktails <\/strong>and a Holiday Calendar of Festivities <\/strong>that includes weekly visits from Santa Claus <\/strong>himself through Monday, December 30th<\/sup>, 2019!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Taking the reindeer reins of this Christmas <\/strong>spectacular is Beverage Director Kassasdy Wiggins,<\/strong> whose enthusiasm for the holidays could rival Buddy<\/em> from ELF.<\/em><\/p>\n

Along with her two helpful elves, Owner and Operator Joshua Kopel<\/strong> and Executive Chef Sammy Monsour<\/strong>, Wiggins has transformed Preux & Proper <\/strong>into the unparalleled holly jolly destination for locals and L.A. transplants alike.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen guests walk through our doors, I want them to get a spark of that childhood holiday excitement and wonder they had growing up; and when they walk out, we want them to leave filled with holiday cheer.\u201d<\/p>\n

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In the giving holiday spirit, Preux & Proper<\/strong> and SLEIGH BELLS on SPRING<\/strong> will be supporting NKLA<\/a>, an initiative led by Best Friends Animal Society, bringing together passionate individuals, city shelters and an entire coalition of animal welfare organizations to end the killing of homeless pets in L.A. city shelters.<\/p>\n

All month long, guests are encouraged to spread good will by bringing any new and unused pet food<\/em>, treats<\/em>, toys<\/em>, paper towels<\/em>, blankets,<\/em> litter<\/em>, or grooming supplies<\/em> to Preux & Proper<\/strong> and be gifted a Complimentary Cup of Cheer<\/em><\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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Executive Chef Sammy Monsour<\/strong> is whipping up some Yuletide yum in the Preux & Proper <\/strong>kitchen where he wraps his signature creativity and dons it with festive flair featuring Holiday Specials <\/strong>such as the Harlem Chicken & Waffles<\/em><\/strong>, featuring Melba\u2019s eggnog waffles, sorghum molasses glazed wings, lemon verbena, and cherry & bourbon whipped butter.<\/p>\n

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On the thirteenth day of Christmas <\/strong>my true love gave to me the Orange Ginger Duck Confit<\/em><\/strong>, comprised of Liberty Farms duck leg, Chinese five spice, Asian pear, mint, baby lettuces, and a benne seed vinaigrette.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear<\/em>,\u201d and this ELF<\/em> inspired Buddy Breakfast Pasta <\/em><\/strong>will have guests singing for more, made with Nate\u2019s nutmeg fettuccine, sage-maple, heirloom squash, hickory smoked hazelnuts, Pecorino, raw duck yolk, and house-cured coppa ham.<\/p>\n

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The Whoville Roast Beast <\/em><\/strong>is so delicious even The Grinch<\/em> will pull up a seat, featuring Beeler\u2019s Tomahawk Pork Chop, fried rosemary, garlicky Weiser fingerlings, and cranberry pork neck jus. Celebrate Christmas<\/strong> and say Buon Natale <\/em>before tucking into the \u201cFeast of the Seven Fishes\u201d Style Jumbo Prawns<\/em><\/strong> with Mayocoba bean ribollita, leather britches black kale, and kumquat gremolata.<\/p>\n

Oh, come and let us adore Dessert<\/strong> and rejoice, so don\u2019t be a Cotton Headed Ninny Muggins<\/strong> comprised of Grey Goose Vodka infused cotton candy, or for a non-boozy treat, there is Preux & Proper\u2019s Dark Chocolate Candy Cane Pie<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Beverage Director Kassday Wiggins<\/strong> is making spirits bright with Christmas Cocktails <\/strong>for every palate such as the Oh Bring Us a Figgy Cocktail,<\/em><\/strong> comprised of Haku Vodka, house-made fig and vanilla syrup, lemon, Fever Tree Club Soda, and rosemary.<\/p>\n

Santa will be checking his list to see If guests have been Naughty or Spice<\/em><\/strong>, featuring Angels Envy, house-made gingerbread syrup, sassafras and sorghum bitters;<\/p>\n

remember that He Sees You (Both) When You\u2019re Drinking<\/em><\/strong>, a drink for two (if guests are in the spirit of sharing!) made with Tito\u2019s Vodka, basil, pickled cranberry, absinthe, orange bitters, and Prosecco.<\/p>\n

In all of the holiday, melee don\u2019t forget to Treat Yo\u2019 Elf,<\/em><\/strong> made with Teeling Irish Whisky, cocoa, almond milk, roasted marshmallow, heavy cream, and chocolate rim.<\/p>\n

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Forget the milk and cookies; leave a Santa-gria<\/em><\/strong> out for Old St. Nick<\/em>, made with red wine mulled citrus, fig, pear, cinnamon, clove and ginger, served warm;<\/p>\n

Whizzing like a shooting star, the Rum Rum Rudolph<\/em><\/strong> is made with Bacardi Gold, St. George NOLA coffee liqueur, ripe banana, and orange zest.<\/p>\n

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With a name like Fra-gee-lay<\/em><\/strong> it must be Italian, featuring El Tesoro Paradiso, house-made pear liqueur, limoncello, apple cider, and mint.<\/p>\n

During SLEIGH BELLS ON SPRING<\/strong>, guests are never Gnome Alone: Lost in LA<\/em><\/strong> this holiday season, featuring Glenlivet 21-year, cranberry shrub, applewood smoke, and house-made ginger liqueur.<\/p>\n

Time to don the tinsel and get Oaxacan around the Christmas Tree<\/em><\/strong>, prepared with Ilegal mezcal, pomegranate-infused St. Germain, lemon, apple bitters, and Fever Tree Club Soda,<\/p>\n

and the party has been saved with the I\u2019ve Brought Some Corn for Popping<\/em><\/strong>, made with brown butter washed Grey Goose Vodka, house-made heirloom popcorn syrup, sage, lemon, and maple salt.<\/p>\n

For guests feeling dizzy from the eight crazy evenings of Hanukkah<\/strong>, the I Dread-el the Holidays<\/em><\/strong> is made with Bombay Sapphire, lemon, chai, blue spirulina algae, a fortune cookie, and edible gold.<\/p>\n

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The entire Preux & Proper<\/strong> team wish guests a very Happy Swanza<\/em><\/strong>, featuring a dairy-free libation for groups of four<\/em> made with Copalli Barrel Rested Rum, Makers Mark, coconut eggnog, and pumpkin spice.<\/p>\n

Deck the halls with SLEIGH BELLS on SPRING\u2019S<\/strong> full Calendar of Festivities <\/strong>as Preux & Proper<\/strong> celebrates the spirit of Christmas all throughout the month of December, along with special appearances by Santa Claus himself.<\/p>\n

Christmas <\/strong>comes but once a year, now it\u2019s here, now it\u2019s here, bringing lots of joy and cheer with SLEIGH BELLS on SPRING <\/strong>at Preux & Proper!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Preux & Proper<\/em><\/strong> will be officially celebrating SLEIGH BELLS on SPRING<\/strong> from Tuesday, December 3rd,<\/sup> 2019 <\/strong>through Monday, December 30th<\/sup>, 2019. Preux & Proper<\/strong> will be closed<\/strong> on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th<\/sup>, 2019 <\/strong>and Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25th<\/sup>, 2019. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Lunch<\/strong> is served every Monday through Saturday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Dinner<\/strong> is served every Monday through Wednesday from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm; every Friday and Saturday from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and every Sunday from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Sunday Brunch<\/strong> is served every Sunday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. <\/em><\/p>\n

Preux & Proper <\/strong>also serves Happy Hour<\/strong> every Monday through Sunday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information on SLEIGH BELLS on Spring <\/strong>at Preux & Proper<\/strong> or for reservations, please visit <\/em>www.preuxandproper.com<\/em><\/a> or call <\/em>Preux & Proper<\/em><\/strong> directly at 213.896.0090.<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Raymond 1886:<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Christmas Eve:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

O Christmas Eve<\/strong>, O Christmas Eve<\/strong> at The Raymond 1886<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

This special night calls for a very special meal and Executive Chef Jason Francisco<\/strong> is offering a Christmas Eve Three-Course Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu<\/strong> ($110.00 per person<\/em>) that would leave even Santa speechless.<\/p>\n

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This festive feast begins with a First Course<\/strong> choice of Lobster Bisque<\/em><\/strong> with lobster tail, brodo and cr\u00e8me fraiche;<\/p>\n

Scallop Rockerfeller<\/em><\/strong> with sea scallops, garlic breadcrumbs, spinach and Champagne butter, or the Grape and Prosciutto Salad <\/em><\/strong>with Prosciutto di Parma, fris\u00e9e, red grapes and Gorgonzola dolce.<\/p>\n

The savorous Second Course<\/strong> selections feature four exquisite options to choose from including the Cornish Game Hen <\/em><\/strong>accompanied by roasted root vegetables and cranberry orange harissa; a Branzino<\/em><\/strong> served with roasted bell pepper pur\u00e9<\/em>e, lentils and fennel; the Chateau Briand<\/em><\/strong>, a prime center cut Filet Mignon with pommes pur\u00e9e, crispy Brussels sprout leaves and bone marrow bordelaise, or for vegetarians, the Stuffed Eggplant <\/em><\/strong>with Moroccan lentils, baby heirloom tomatoes, sweet peppers and Romesco sauce.<\/p>\n

The Dessert<\/strong> selections from Pastry Chef<\/strong> Mignon Jones<\/strong> are the perfect sweet finale to this fabulous celebration with a choice of Eggnog Cheesecake<\/em><\/strong>, Chocolate Lava Cake<\/em><\/strong>, or Pumpkin Spice Panna Cotta<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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This Christmas Eve\u00a0<\/strong>Three-Course Prix-Fixe Menu<\/strong> is meant to pair perfectly with a bottle of wine from The Raymond 1886\u2019s Wine List,<\/strong> or a special handcrafted holiday cocktail such as the 1886 Egg Nogg<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Christmas Eve Dinner<\/strong> at The Raymond 1886<\/strong> is sure to become a special new tradition for the entire family!<\/p>\n

The Raymond 1886<\/em><\/strong> will be open<\/strong> for Dinner <\/strong>and offering their Christmas Eve<\/strong> Three-Course Dinner Menu <\/strong>for $110.00 per person on Christmas Eve<\/strong>, Tuesday, December 24th<\/sup>, 2018<\/strong> from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm; 1886 <\/strong>will be open from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm; The Raymond 1886<\/strong> will be closed<\/strong> on Christmas Day<\/strong>, Tuesday, December 25th, <\/sup>2018; <\/strong>1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105; 626.441.3136; <\/em>www.TheRaymond.com<\/em><\/a> \u00a0<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Deck the Halls at Via Alloro <\/strong>in Beverly Hills this Christmas Eve <\/strong>with the legendary Drago Brothers <\/strong>and celebrate with Chef Tanino Drago\u2019s Feast of the Seven Fishes Prix-Fixe Menu<\/em> <\/strong>($95.00 per person)<\/em> or Via Alloro\u2019s Traditional Menu<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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If the family decides to indulge in the Feast of the Seven Fishes<\/em><\/strong> Prix-Fixe Menu <\/em><\/strong>each member will enjoy seven seafood courses with the<\/p>\n

First Course<\/strong> – Swordfish Carpaccio With Fresh Fennel, Oranges and Pomegranate<\/em><\/strong>: the<\/p>\n

Second Course<\/strong> \u2013 Baccal\u00e1, <\/em><\/strong>a baked Cod\u00a0with tomato, potatoes, and olives;<\/p>\n

Third Course<\/strong> – Couscous in a Red Mullet<\/em><\/strong> Broth<\/em><\/strong>;<\/p>\n

Fourth Course<\/strong> \u2013 Risotto With Black Mussels, Wild Arugula, and Lemon Zest<\/em><\/strong>;<\/p>\n

Fifth Course<\/strong> – Squid Ink Spaghetti with Clams and White Wine<\/em><\/strong>;<\/p>\n

Sixth Course<\/strong> – Seared Ahi Tuna \u201cEsotico,\u201d<\/em> <\/strong>served on a bed of green beans topped with papaya-bell pepper salsa;<\/p>\n

Seventh Course<\/strong> \u2013 the Fresh Mediterranean Branzino with Lentils<\/em><\/strong>,<\/p>\n

and finally the Dolce <\/strong>for a sweet finish including Biscotti and Vin Santo<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Guests that opt for the Via Allora Traditional Menu <\/strong>will enjoy all of the Drago Family<\/strong> Italian classics along with some celebratory Sicilian Holiday Specials<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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For those that opt for a strong cup of Christmas Cheer, Via Alloro <\/strong>has a special Signature Handcrafted Cocktail List <\/strong>and their full Wine List<\/strong> will also be available.<\/p>\n

So, HO! HO! HO! and come have a very Merry Christmas Eve<\/strong> at Via Alloro<\/strong>!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Via Alloro <\/em><\/strong>will be open<\/strong> on Christmas Eve<\/strong>, Tuesday, December 24th, <\/sup>2019<\/strong> from 10:30 am\u00a0 to 10:30 pm; Via Alloro <\/strong>will be closed <\/strong>on Christmas Day<\/strong>, Wednesday, December 25th, <\/sup>2019; <\/strong>310 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.275.2900; <\/em>www.ViaAlloro.com<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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