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LAPD Topanga Station/West Valley CHP “Tip-A-Cop” Charity Event At Woodland Hills Friday’s On May 27th

Ok, now this is something I can definitely see myself attending.

LAPD writes:

“Tip a cop” fundraiser-May 27 6-10 pm,to benefit the Special Olympics-Captian John Sherman may serve you, Please come

LAPD/TOPANGA AREA has an important message for the community!

The Los Angeles Police Department Topanga Division Police Officers will be participating jointly with the West Valley California Highway Patrol in a “TIP-A-COP” fundraiser event to benefit Special Olympics.  It will be at the TGI Fridays at 5919 Canoga Avenue on May 27th between 6pm and 10pm.  Bring the kids and come by to be “waited on” by uniformed LAPD and CHP officers and help raise money for this worthy cause.  You might even be waited on by the Commanding Officer of Topanga Division, Captain John Sherman!

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Support The Michael J Fox Foundation And Get A Free Stack Of Pancakes At Denny’s In Ventura County Monday 5/10

Some of you might not know that I am a fervent supporter of the Michael J Fox Foundation.  I am hoping that through this philanthropy Michael J Fox’s Parkinson’s Disease will one day be cured and  they will make a Back to the Future Part 4.

That being said, if you go to either of the 2 Ventura County Denny’s locations listed below on Monday May 10 from 9am to 5pm and donate $1 or more to the MJFF you will get a free stack of pancakes.  Enjoy.

MJFF writes via e-mail:

Join MJFF and Denny’s for “Pancakes for Parkinson’s,” a fundraising event on Monday, May 10, 2010, from 9am-5pm at select Denny’s restaurants in Ventura, California and Hawaii. Any customer who donates $1 to The Michael J. Fox Foundation will receive a free stack of pancakes!

The event is made possible by the generous support of Denny’s franchisee and Team Fox member Ajay Keshap. The following is a list of Denny’s restaurants participating in Pancakes for Parkinson’s:

California:

2148 East Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001-3706, (805) 643-3414

2511 North Ventura Road Port Hueneme, CA 93041-2014, (805) 985-1727

Hawaii:

2463 South Kihei Road Kihei, HI 96753-8691, (808) 879-8600

430 Kele Street Kahului, HI 96732-3406, (808) 873-5550

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Woodland Hills Koo Koo Roo Closes Along With 9 Other Locations

Magic Brands LLC, the now bankrupt Austin, Texas company that owns the Koo Koo Roo and Fuddruckers brands, had sold off their assets to Florida-based Tavistock Group.  While many restaurants from each chain will be closed in the deal, Koo Koo Roo is clearly the redheaded stepchild of the deal with 10 of 13 outlets being scrapped.

Tavistock hopes to transform the long dying Fuddruckers brand into a franchising powerhouse like Virgina-based Five Guys Burgers and Fries, the rapidly expanding franchise-ready version of In-N-Out Burger.  I fully expect all Koo Koo Roo’s to eventually be closed.  It is a chain that lost its direction early in the 2000s with constant and questionable menu and decor changes that left their customers scratching their heads and looking for other dining options.

No word yet on what might move into the now empty Koo Koo Roo space in Woodland Hills, but as always I will keep my eyes on it and keep you posted.

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Morton’s Power Hour Is A Great Place To Get Oysters At A Great Price

I’ve been to Morton’s in Woodland Hills quite a few times in the past couple of months.  Recently, I got a craving for oysters and I remembered that Morton’s has fresh oysters on their Power Hour happy hour menu for only $1.75 apiece.  Can you say done deal?  I called up some friends and we agreed to meet up there yet again.

As you can see the oysters look great, taste great, and come with the full assortment of necessary accoutrements.  I’ve actually been back there a couple of times since for more.  I’ve recently been shunning carbs and well, as far as I can tell, oysters are all protein.  Excellent!

On  this particular night there was also a celebrity in the house, D.L. Hughley.  He was there checking out the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship.  He was among many disappointed bandwagon Butler fans in attendance in the bar area, including myself.  Hughley must live in the area, as I’ve seen him at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in the past as well.

I also had another one of Morton’s $15 Prime Burgers during the Power Hour, and it was great.  I avoided the bread and only had a tiny bit of the excellent mashed potatoes this time around.  Good stuff.  As always, I’m so impressed by the relaxed and cool vibe at Morton’s bar.  It’s a great place.

The Power Hour runs between 5pm to 6:30pm and 9pm to close daily.

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Enjoy Spring Prix Fixe Menus At Both Roy’s And Fleming’s

Both Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion  Restaurant (6363 Topanga Canyon Blvd) and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse (6373 Topanga Canyon Blvd) are offering special Spring Prix Fixe menus.  Roy’s is priced at $35 per person, and Fleming’s is $39.95.

Roy’s Spring Prix Fixe menu:

Come taste the exhilaration of spring with our new 3-course Spring Prix Fixe Menu. Bright flavors and the freshest ingredients come together to create incredible dishes like our Mochi Crusted & Seared Ahi Sashimi and our Roasted Garlic & Herb Crusted Lamb Chop. We look forward to celebrating the new season with you.

Available Spring of 2010 — $35 per person

Appetizer (Choice of 1)

Thai Curried Shrimp Salad
Tangelo, Mango Basil Vinaigrette

Mochi Crusted Ahi Sashimi
Ponzu, Truffle Emulsio

Wagyu Beef Potstickers
Kim Chee Cucumber, Firecracker Sauce

Entree (Choice of 1)

Rustic Charred Salmon
Watercress, Pancetta, Braised Bean Cassoulet

Herb Grilled Lamb Chops
Port Wine Bordelaise Sauce

Pan Roasted Stuffed Chicken Breast
Parsnip Puree, Chicken Jus

Tender Braised Beef Short Ribs
Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Natural Braising Sauce

Dessert (Choice of 1)

Strawberry Cheese Cake
Kaffir Lime Essence

Roy’s Melting Hot Chocolate Soufflé
Flourless Chocolate Cake with a Molten Hot Center served à la Mode

Fleming’s Spring Prix Fixe menu:

Spring Prix Fixe Menu – 3 courses, $39.95*
An Exceptional Dinner Offering, Highlighting Tastes of the Season

In celebration of Spring, Executive Chef Russell Skall created an innovative 3-course dinner inspired by the vibrant flavors of the season. With a choice of two entrées and a light but decadent dessert, it’s the perfect menu for a serendipitous rendezvous with friends, or a spring fling with someone special.

Our Director of Wine, Marian Jansen op de Haar, has suggested three outstanding wines to pair with your meal. Each will bring an extra bouquet of flavors to your table.

CHOICE OF APPETIZER

Caesar Salad
chopped hearts of romaine, aged parmesan, croutons baked with whole-grain mustard

OR

Shrimp Consommé
fresh herb dumplings and garden vegetables

CHOICE OF ENTRÉE

Broiled Scottish Salmon
spaghetti squash with lemon garlic beurre blanc and crispy capers
Suggested wine: KUMEU RIVER, Chardonnay Kumeu New Zealand, 2006**

OR

Veal Scaloppini
spring tomato sauce
served with mushroom ravioli in a gorgonzola cream sauce
Suggested wine: VOLPAIA, Chianti Classico Italy, 2005**

DESSERT

White Chocolate Bread Pudding
with bourbon crème anglaise
Suggested wine: YALUMBA, Tawny Port Barossa Museum Release Antique Australia NV

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Glenlivet Scotch Tasting Event At Morton’s Woodland Hills Tomorrow!

I’ve been spending a lot of time at the Morton’s Power Hour recently (more posts and pictures are coming soon), and it has come to my attention that they are hosting a special Glenlivet Scotch Tasting event tomorrow evening (4/8/10) at 6pm.  You need reservations, and space is limited (but still available), so if you’re interested give them a call at 818-703-7272,

The Glenlivet Scotch Tasting

Happening on April 8 (Thursday) – 6:00pm

Join us as The Glenlivet Ambassador leads you through a proper tasting with four of The Glenlivet’s critically acclaimed single malts. The whiskies will be paired with selections from Morton’s classic hors d’oeuvres menu.

Whether you’re new to single malt or an experienced connoisseur, this tasting will be appropriate for all knowledge levels.

$49 per guest
Inclusive of tax and gratuity

Scotches Served:
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old
The Glenlivet 15 Year Old
The Glenlivet 16 Year Old
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old

Hors d’oeuvres Served:
Smoked Salmon Pinwheels
Sliced Tenderloin on Crostini, Whipped Horseradish
Broiled Sea Scallops, Apricot Chutney
Petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches, Mustard Mayonnaise

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Red Hat Restaurant Moves Into Old Mark & Jane’s Place Space

As previously blogged, the short lived South African themed restaurant Mark & Jane’s Place closed back in November.  A couple of weeks ago I noticed Persian eatery Red Hat Restaurant has opened in the space, located at 22990 Ventura Blvd (right next door to Topanga Pizza).  Seems like there is also a new salon next door, Studio 9 Hair Design.  Next time I am in the mood for some Persian food I’ll check out Red Hat and see how it is.

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