Colorful glass adorns the bar. Candles light up the tables. These are just a few of the decorative features of Mezze, a chic restaurant that features Eastern Mediterranean gastronomy with stylish décor. A gem in the Los Angeles culinary scene, Mezze recently announced its one year anniversary with a special lunch menu that’s perfect for locals and visitors who desire a unique dining experience.

With the weekend coming up, get ready to check out new nightlife hotspot The Charleston in Santa Monica. It’s located on Wilshire, close to other nightlife venues and a pit stop before the beach. A collaboration by entrepreneurs Mike Lee, Jack M.Y. Lee, and Trey Martin, The Charleston features live entertainment, savory dishes, and special cocktail mixes.

Mixology, a new bar at the Grove’s Original Farmer’s Market, opened on Monday. Located by Planet Dailies, it features refreshing drinks created by Salvatore Calabrese, one of the world’s leader cocktail tastemakers, and served by Joseph Brooke, head bartender.

Warm Halloumi cheese mixed with grilled treviso, citrus, and honey thyme vinaigrette. Crispy pizza topped with vegan Daiya cheese. These are a just a few selections from Susan Feniger’s STREET, which revolves around iconic global cuisine items. The new menu, executed by Chef/Co-owner Kajsa Alger, features delicious delicacies from all over the world as well as over twenty vegan and vegetarian options.

On Wednesday, March 1, the Music Center hosted the annual BRAVO Awards. The celebration, in its thirtieth year, was held at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. The BRAVO Awards are held to honor K-12 educators and schools who have worked to instate outstanding visual and performing arts programs on their campuses.

Even though it’s winter time, the weather in southern California is still warm and sunny. Enjoy the good weather with a refreshing glass of wine or beer. Check out these cool beer and wine events happening around greater Los Angeles.

For the next two weeks, until March 4, Buddha – A Fantastic Journey will be performed at the Bootleg Theater. Buddha is a one-man play that features the life of the Buddha from original texts. Written and performed by Evan Brenner, it is an enlightening and engaging story from start to finish.

Flowers. Chocolate. These are some of the things you treat your loved one with on Valentine’s Day. Why not be a little adventurous for Valentine’s Day this year and check out these spots for a romantic getaway.

It’s Thursday, which means that the weekend’s just around the corner. Time to start making plans on what to do. Here are some new culinary hot spots that have recently opened or will be opening in the next week that you can check out.