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Cinque Terre West Reopens in Venice

Foodies loved Cinque Terre West and its smaller deli, Delizioso, operated by noted Chef Gianbattista “Gianba” and wife Marlo Vinzoni that were formerly located on Monument Street in the heart of the Palisades. When the couple’s Palisades home burned and … Continue reading

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Palisadians Welcomed to a Free Pizza Pie at Flour

One of Pacific Palisades’ favorite pizza places was Flour on Via de la Paz. It was among the businesses destroyed in the Palisades Fire on January 7. Owner Robert Flutie had planned to open his second store in Brentwood, but … Continue reading

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Vittorio’s Restaurant Wants to “Go Home

Vittorio’s was a 40-year institution in the Palisades community. The family-owned Italian restaurant was fondly referred to by some as their own personal kitchen, where regulars knew the family that ran it and were treated as family in return. When … Continue reading

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The Draycott Has Closed

Palisadian residents and restauranteurs Marissa and Matt Hermer’s European-inspired brasserie, The Draycott, has closed after serving a special Christmas dinner menu last week, December 24-26. A resident, who was trying to book The Draycott for New Year’s Eve, sent this … Continue reading

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New Café, Neto’s, Opens on the Beach

After finishing an egg, bacon and cheese breakfast sandwich, and a latte at Neto’s Café, the decidedly warm Wednesday, made sitting at the beach a perfect place to people watch – with the Pacific Ocean in the background. Neto’s Café … Continue reading

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Help Vittorio Celebrate “Throwback to 1984”

Vittorio owners Mercedes, Vanessa and Sabrina invite you to help them celebrate 40 years in business with a “Throwback to 1984” menu. That’s right. On Saturday, October 19, all restaurant goers will pay 1984 prices. A house sale is $5, … Continue reading

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Chef Gianbatista Vinzoni Offers Catering

When the celebrated chef of Cinque Le Terre West closed the restaurant doors on June 23, many residents in Pacific Palisades were stunned. They had become accustomed to Chef Gianbatista Vinzoni’s signature dishes and the delicious quality of his creations. … Continue reading

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Owners Gianba and Marlo Vinzoni Will Close Cinque Terre West

Cinque Terre West owners Gianba and Marlo Vinzoni will close their restaurant in the 970 Monument Boulding on June 23. The couple’s breakfast and sandwich deli DELIzioso Cinque at the same address will remain open and provide breakfast, lunch and … Continue reading

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Sunset Boulevard Smash Burgers Tasty and Highly Recommended

By CHAZ PLAGER There are several states where residents tend to complain about the lack of good food. California, however, is not one of them. From ramen to kebabs to hamburgers, there are plenty of restaurants across the state with … Continue reading

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Los Angeles: A Troubling Trio of Animal Neglect, Food Safety Mishaps and Homelessness Woes

BY TIM CAMPBELL Recently, three seemingly unrelated stories have made the news: neglect and abuse of animals in City-run shelters, the lack of consistent restaurant health inspections by the County, and serious questions about LAHSA’s management. If you’re having a … Continue reading

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