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10-11-2008, 08:54 PM
There are five slots (and only five) available for dinner with Nadine Jambor, BMW's CleanEnergy Hydrogen 7 program manager and Mario, BMW factory engineer. They'll come down from Oxnard to meet us on Wednesday, Oct 15, at 7:00pm, at:
comme Ça
8479 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 782-1104
Here's a little info about the venue.
http://www.commecarestaurant.com/
Editorial Review for comme Ça (Citysearch)– by Martha Burr
The Scene
Sona's visionary chef/owner David Myers has hit another home run with this casually glamorous Melrose brasserie. Colorful industry elites pop out against the smart black-and-white main dining room, while upscale professionals and bon vivants raise evening chatter to a shout-across-the-table din. Black-clad movers and shakers mob the lively raw bar, toasting their latest deals with nostalgic cocktails like the Rumble.
The Food
The classic French brasserie fare suits the demanding professionals that it draws. Standbys such as the sweetly tender escargot persillade--Burgundy snails in a satiny paste of butter, garlic and parsley--illustrate the simple yet sophisticated appeal of the menu's starters. The high-minded theme continues with a luxuriant roasted beef marrow accompanied by savory oxtail jam, while things come down to earth with the fairly standard bouillabaisse. Daily specials should not be missed, especially the leg of lamb that marries mouth-melting tenderness with a garlic-tinged gamey flavor.
Hits: The dishes are well executed and the restaurant captures L.A.'s casually cool energy at its best.
Misses: Hidden costs can give diners a jolt, like the $7 cappuccino or $5 per person charge for bottled water. The noise level on weekend evenings is extreme and even guests with reservations may have to wait at the tiny, packed bar.
What to Drink
The impressive cocktail program offers a great list designed by professional mixologists from New York's famed speakeasy Milk and Honey. Nostalgic concoctions feature classics like the Rumble, a mix of rum, lemon and blackberries. There's also 20 by-the-glass selections, with an emphasis on Rhone blends. Corkage is $25.
The Extras
Patrons without reservations may be lucky enough to grab a seat at the bustling raw bar, which offers the full menu.
If you're interested and can make it, please post below. First five are in, we will be a total of 12. Thx.
comme Ça
8479 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 782-1104
Here's a little info about the venue.
http://www.commecarestaurant.com/
Editorial Review for comme Ça (Citysearch)– by Martha Burr
The Scene
Sona's visionary chef/owner David Myers has hit another home run with this casually glamorous Melrose brasserie. Colorful industry elites pop out against the smart black-and-white main dining room, while upscale professionals and bon vivants raise evening chatter to a shout-across-the-table din. Black-clad movers and shakers mob the lively raw bar, toasting their latest deals with nostalgic cocktails like the Rumble.
The Food
The classic French brasserie fare suits the demanding professionals that it draws. Standbys such as the sweetly tender escargot persillade--Burgundy snails in a satiny paste of butter, garlic and parsley--illustrate the simple yet sophisticated appeal of the menu's starters. The high-minded theme continues with a luxuriant roasted beef marrow accompanied by savory oxtail jam, while things come down to earth with the fairly standard bouillabaisse. Daily specials should not be missed, especially the leg of lamb that marries mouth-melting tenderness with a garlic-tinged gamey flavor.
Hits: The dishes are well executed and the restaurant captures L.A.'s casually cool energy at its best.
Misses: Hidden costs can give diners a jolt, like the $7 cappuccino or $5 per person charge for bottled water. The noise level on weekend evenings is extreme and even guests with reservations may have to wait at the tiny, packed bar.
What to Drink
The impressive cocktail program offers a great list designed by professional mixologists from New York's famed speakeasy Milk and Honey. Nostalgic concoctions feature classics like the Rumble, a mix of rum, lemon and blackberries. There's also 20 by-the-glass selections, with an emphasis on Rhone blends. Corkage is $25.
The Extras
Patrons without reservations may be lucky enough to grab a seat at the bustling raw bar, which offers the full menu.
If you're interested and can make it, please post below. First five are in, we will be a total of 12. Thx.