HOLLYWOOD—Metromix reports some bar scene changes from Hollywood, where Play has been shuttered and will return in a few months with a new concept: "For their next act, Hoss tells me that the little Yucca Street bar will come back to life in April as a 'bohemian bar specializing in absinthe.'" People, what's with the bohemian bar movement? [Metromix]
WEST LA—Wilshire Boulevard's Zu Robata has imported a new executive chef from Chicago. Kee Chan was previously at Heat in the Windy City, and will put a seasonal spin on the robatayaki grill menu. [EaterWire]
BEVERLY HILLS—Next Tuesday, Morton's will offer a $45 absinthe tasting. The event is called "Absinthe: The Green Hour," and will highlight four different preparations of absinthe (dripped through a sugar cube, in a sazerac, etc.) that will be paired with four bar bites. More info here. [EaterWire]
SILVER LAKE—As caught by the Daily Dish, the week-old Barbarella Bar is now serving its full menu, which features both small and large plates. Kindly adjust your schedules accordingly. [DD]
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