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Whist: Staying Relevant in Trendy Santa Monica Surroundings [CLOSED]

In a cutting-edge city like Los Angeles, seven years is an eternity, and to remain relevant after a span that long is asking a lot. When the Viceroy debuted in Santa Monica in 2002...
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Hotel Beverly Hills

Oliverio: Adding Substance to Scene in Beverly Hills [CLOSED]

During my early years in L.A., the Avalon Hotel was one of the hottest spots on the Westside to grab a drink, complete with poolside cabanas and funky retro décor courtesy of a designer...
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Hotel Beverly Hills

Oliverio Replaces blue on blue at Avalon Beverly Hills [CLOSED]

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  • September 23, 2009
As Krista Simmons pointed out last week on the Daily Dish, Mirko Paderno (Dolce, All’ Angelo, Cecconi’s) is now executive chef at Oliverio, which replaces blue on blue in the retro-chic Avalon Beverly Hills...
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Whist: Poolside Dining with Wearstler Design and Cali Cuisine [CLOSED]

I last ate at Whist in 2002, while celebrating my birthday on the patio of the freshly redesigned Viceroy. I remember enjoying the meal, but for whatever reason, wasn’t especially compelled to return. Thanks...
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