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Pomegranate Martini
Windows - Four Seasons at Beverly Hills


The hot news about the antioxidant properties of pomegranates has made the Pomegranate Martini especially popular. Below is the perfect mix for a healthy cocktail.

POMEGRANATE MARTINI

2 oz. (your favorite) Vodka
1/2 oz. Pomegranate concentrate
serve in a frosted martini glass and garnish with lime

 


BRUNCHING IN LA
Enjoy Sunday Brunch with LA’s Best Chefs

BELVEDERE AT THE PENINSULA
Beverly Hills Executive Chef Bill Bracken is renowned for his innovative and outstanding menu items, and brunch is no exception. The caramelized cashew French toast is outstanding, and the hotel is simply beautiful. Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $42-$48 per person (prix-fix). 310-788-2306

HOTEL BEL-AIR
Offers political and celebrity favorites in their three-course brunch, as guests sit on a bougainvillea-lined terrace. Executive Chef Douglas Dodd delights the brunch crowd with his own slant on traditional favorites. Sunday 11 a.m.-2:00 p.m. $54 per person. 310-247-0505. 

FOUR SEASONS AT BEVERLY HILLS
Chef Conny Andersson offers the best omelet stations in LA, along with sushi and seafood that is superb. Brunch guests may enjoy the dining room or lovely outside patio area. Pastries and desserts are exceptional. 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. 310-273-2222.

POLO LOUNGE AT BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL
Now under the culinary domain of Executive Chef Eric Schuler, who offers the standards that have pleased movie stars and princes for over seventy-five years. The eggs Benedict are outstanding! Sunday 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 310-274-0505.

CEZANNE AT LE MERIGOT
In the elegant dining room or on the poolside terrace, there cuisine is outstanding. This is a lovely place to enjoy dining inside or overlooking the pool. Everything on the menu is worth a try. Executive Chef Desi Szonntagh is so-o-o talented.
11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 310-395-9700.

ONE PICO AT SHUTTERS
Rain or shine this Santa Monica favorite is a warm and inviting venue to enjoy an ala carte menu with unique offerings, featuring the talents of award winning chef Eric Oberhaltzer. The grilled prawn salad with tropical fruit is a perfect choice on a summer Sunday. 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 310-458-0030.

LOEWS SANTA MONICAT BEACH HOTEL
Executive Chef Yves Bainier is a master at the ultimate brunch experience, and his Sunday feast is renowned. The seafood specialties are outstanding and the desserts are positively magnificent. Guests enjoy a breath taking view of the Santa Monica Pier. 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 310-458-6700.

REGENT BEVERLY WILSHIRE
Executive Chef Bruno Lopez continues to delight guests in the hotel Dining Room, where brunching has been a priority for over seventy-five years. The Lobby Lounge also serves ala carte breakfast favorites. The menu includes great standards, and they can make a perfect 4 ½ minute soft boiled egg—not possible in many venues today! 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 310-275-5200.

CENTURY PLAZA HOTEL – BREEZE
Executive Chef Andreas Nieto continues to be king of seafood selections at Breeze at the Century Plaza Hotel in Century City. The selection of seafood favorites is endless and delicious. Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 310-277-2000.

FOUR SEASONS AT BEVERLY HILLS
Chef Conny Andersson offers the best omelet stations in LA, along with sushi and seafood that is superb. Brunch guests may enjoy the dining room or lovely outside patio area. Pastries and desserts are the work of award winning pastry chef Donald Wressell. 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. 310-273-2222. 

Bon Appetit!

 

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