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HERMOSA BEACH— A little chef shuffle going on. Executive chef Michael McDonald of Brix@1601 (who formerly worked at the Dakota in the Roosevelt Hotel) has been replaced by newcomer Johnny Messina. [EaterWire]
CULVER CITY— Grub Street notes that on October 5 the Westfield Mall will get its own outpost of BJ's a Chicago-style deep-dish pizza chain. [GS]
BEVERLY HILLS— Well, it's not shuttered yet because this Saturday night Gonpachi will host a $30 sake social where guests may sample unlimited sake and chow on some passed apps. [EaterWire]
