The Patina Experience
Heralded as one of the major forces behind L.A.'s foodie phenomena since the 1989 opening of his flagship restaurant, legendary chef Joachim Splichal has spilled his mastery all over town. This lucky city now houses a variety of Splichal-originated dining experiences when you can sample the master's imaginative creations prepared with the freshest available local ingredients. Many locations offer cooking classes, lest you've always dreamed of creating your own little Patina at home.
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Within the stunning Walt Disney Concert Hall complex, super-deluxe Patina provides an exquisite dining experience that includes an award-winning wine list and meal-in-itself cheese-and-caviar carts. Expect fabulous service and a memorable meal.
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Studio City's popular Pinot Bistro features a relaxed atmosphere, a menu of hearty fare, and a lengthy list of California and French wines. Join locals who have been decreed their own menu for Sunday night dinners.
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Dine simply (think grab-and-go simply) at Patinette Café at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Food items, which can also be enjoyed on the outdoor patio, include creative salads and sandwiches.
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Dine indoors or al fresco in the central courtyard of Pentimento at Los Angeles Contemporary Art Museum. Among the classic fare with signature Joachim Splichal touches is "soup of yesterday," thus named because it's "always better the next day." Perhaps a single-malt Scotch to go with that?
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This chic eatery provides South-of-France ambiance in an upscale Orange County location adjacent to the South Coast Plaza destination shopping center and the Orange County Performing Arts Center.
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