Creative Cuisine Meets Climate Concerns: Awards and Events Highlighting Sustainable Dining in LA, Beverly Hills, Pasadena, and Beyond
In Los Angeles, Kato was awarded the One To Watch Award by 50 Best, recognizing its potential to become a Michelin-starred restaurant in the future. Kato is known for its creative tasting menu, which draws on chef Jon Yao’s Taiwanese heritage. The restaurant also offers cocktails crafted by bar director Austin Hennelly.
Meanwhile, scientists are investigating the impact of cooking emissions on air quality. While studies are still ongoing, they are working to understand the full implications of these compounds on the environment.
In Beverly Hills, The BLVD is hosting a special dinner and art experience on May 9th with Faust Wines. The event includes an art show featuring work from various artists followed by a four-course dinner paired with wines. Reservations are available through OpenTable.
Agnes in Pasadena has introduced a burger night every Thursday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The menu features a double Reuben patty melt with melted Raclette and fried honey mustard pickles on crispy rye sourdough slices for a delicious twist on a classic favorite.
Patrick’s Roadhouse fans have come together to support their beloved restaurant after its closure by launching a GoFundMe campaign with a goal of $250,000 as of May 9th, having already raised over $66,000 towards this goal.
