Before the day is done...
· We have some unconfirmed intel that La Marina Inn in Play Del Rey was bought, as was Roman's Bakeryon Sunset in Hollywood. The latter was scooped up Aroma Café for "7 digits." [EaterWire Inbox]
· Another reader sends word that Colors has shuttered in Beverly Hills. The restaurant seems to have been so secret, that it barely lasted a year. [EaterWire Inbox]
· The Chinese New Year officially begins on Feb. 18, but Zen Zoo Tea in Hollywood celebrates early this weekend with Chinese candy making, Lion Dancing, calligraphy lessons, and tea cupping lessons. Does tea cupping sound dirty to anyone else? Saturday, Feb. 10, 12pm to 3pm. [EaterWire Inbox]