· The LA Times reported yesterday that Romanov, the Studio City Russian love affair from Republic owner Mikayel Israyelyan, is open, but we hear from PR that it isn't. It will open in February, most likely around Valentine's Day. [EaterWire]
· Executive chef Mohammad Islam left the Chateau Marmont recently for a new venture in Chicago. Who will feed La Lohan now? [Angeleno]
· The English-Gothic restaurant and lounge Royal Claytons is either "already" or "finally" revamping the menu, depending on how you look at it (it's only been open since September). French-born chef Thomas Deville joins "senior executive fusion chef" (yes that's what they call him) Michael Borassi to add new dishes and desserts. [EaterWire]
