Shirley Brasserie, Hollywood Roosevelt’s new fine dining concept, perfects cafe classics

The iconic Hollywood Roosevelt gets a new stunning dining destination. Replacing the former Barish with a fresher whiter and brighter makeover but keeping the same lavish glamorous white linen tablecloth feel with dimmed lighting, snag a back booth for a romantic interlude at this fine dining establishment celebrating French California flavors and the Golden Era of Hollywood. Shirley Brasserie offers a comprehensive menu of classic hors … Continue reading Shirley Brasserie, Hollywood Roosevelt’s new fine dining concept, perfects cafe classics

RoofTop Chef Michael Voltaggio Heats up the Roosevelt

“Did anyone hear the smoke alarm?” Renowned chef Michael Voltaggio’s asking a cocktail-attired assemblage of food writers, bloggers, phone app picture-snappers, and hangers-on seated for dinner atop the historic Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood because, he tells us, they “just about burned the place down.” The Top Chef winner briefly explains that there was a kitchen fire that got a little out of hand, and laments … Continue reading RoofTop Chef Michael Voltaggio Heats up the Roosevelt

August: Osage County Film with Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts at the AFI Fest

The film “August: Osage County” was part of the AFI FEST (American Film Institute) 2013 presented by Audi. An all star cast appeared for the red carpet screening Friday, November 8 at TCL Chinese Theaters in Hollywood. The film based on Tracy Letts’ Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning play features an extraordinary ensemble cast that includes Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Ewan McGregor, Chris Cooper, Benedict Cumberbatch, … Continue reading August: Osage County Film with Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts at the AFI Fest