End Your Week (and Your Worries) at Cecconi's

Tonight might be your only night to dine at Cecconi's without feeling like you ate your wallet instead of your dinner.  According to Yelp, they are offering 50% off their menu (drinks excluded) until midnight to help kick off their opening week.

Melting in Your Mouth

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The Gold Standard

Sun. March 8th, 3-7pm

Smashbox Studios

1011 Fuller Ave.

West Hollywood

I originally didn't post this event when I first heard about it, because it was 60 bucks; however, it is now more affordable - thanks to Goldstar.

Jonathan Gold, the first food critic to win the Pulitzer, has selected 30 LA-based restaurants to participate in a tasting event.  Tickets include food, as well as wine and beer.

I am  personally looking forward to Mozza, Drago, Clementine and Animal.

For a full list of participating restaurants, click here.

Eat Fresh (And Free!)

Click here to claim your $2 gift card to Subway, following their class action lawsuit.  Allow 10-12 weeks for delivery.  Limit one per household.

Additionally, Jack in the Box is offering 2 FREE tacos today only!  Print the coupon here.

For the Students, By the Students

Mon. - Wed.

11:30am-2pm, 6:30-9pm

Bistro 31

2900 31st St.

Santa Monica

For those who like to experiment with their taste buds (and their $$), you can now enjoy a gourmet meal at pauper's prices.  At the Art Institute of Los Angeles,  culinary students can be found whipping up $4.50 appetizers and $6-$8 entrees, witnessed through huge glass windows that separate patrons from chefs-in-training.

Call 310-314-6057 for reservations.

The Skinny on Fat Tuesday

- From 7am-10pm, IHOP will be dishing out FREE short stack pancakes.  In return, they request that you make a donation to the Children's Miracle Network.

- Tanzore (50 N. La Cienega Blvd.) will be offering 50% off their menu as part of DrinkEatPlay's "Screw the Recession."  To participate, RSVP here.

And the Oscar Goes To...

5 nominated films.

only 30 dollars.

visit your participating AMC theatre now.

Get Your Costume On

Wed - Sun, 10am-4pm

Through March 29th, Academy Award nominated costumes (and other 2008 cinematic creations) will be on display at The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, and the best part is...admission is FREE.

Rock Sugar Rocks

Rock Sugar

10250 Santa Monica Blvd.

Los Angeles

For those who love Rock Sugar as much as I, you will be pleased to know that they are serving complimentary appetizers on weekdays from 4-6pm.

Thx to Food GPS for the find.

Livin' La Vida Larchmont

Sundays, 10:30am-3pm

Finally, another reason to stroll through Larchmont: Larchmont Grill is now offering a 3 course prix-fixe menu for only $35.   Also, check out their Burger Night on Wednesdays and choose from 12 different gourmet burgers.

Don't forget to stop by Crumbs for dessert.

Hearts and Steaks Are Both Red

Conclusion:

Unsure where to take your love for V-day?  Swing by Ruth Chris Steak House and enjoy a 3 course meal for only $40!  There is no way her heart will break if yours is served to her medium rare.

Okay, that's gross, but the restaurant isn't.  I swear.  Check out the sweet deal here, courtesy of Yelp.

"Who Do You Think You Are...A Kennedy?"

Fri. Feb. 13th, 7:30pm

Vidiots

302 Pico Blvd.

Santa Monica

Director Oliver Stone will be on hand for a Q&A following a FREE screening of "The Making of 'W.'"  This event coincides with the DVD release of W.  Show up early to ensure seating.

A Stimulus Plan You Can Trust...And Eat

Finally, a way to stimulate your appetite and the economy - all at the same time!

According to Caroline on Crack, the Innovative Dining Group will be offering an "Appetite Stimulus Plan" to encourage patrons to explore Katana, Boa Steakhouse, and Sushi Roku - Sunday through Thursday until they decide to stop!

The 3-course prix-fixe menus range from $25-$40.  To read more specifics, click here and book your reservations now.

Spahhh, What a Nice Deal

8659 Hayden Place

Culver City

According to the Daily Candy, "guinea pigs" can get FREE manicures, pedicures, and various spa treatments at Burke Williams training center simply by calling 310.839.5895.

Ed Easy

8335 Melrose Ave.

West Hollywood

An Ed Hardy outlet has officially opened at the corner of Melrose and N. Kings Rd., offering 50-70% off all merchandise.

A Grand Slam after the Superbowl

Tues. Feb. 3rd, 6am-2pm

I wonder if the homeless are aware of the FREE Grand Slam at Denny's tomorrow?

**Expect crazy long lines.