Alex Reznik Holds Weekend BBQ, Brazilian Night at La Descarga, More!

HOLLYWOOD— For those sticking around this July Fourth weekend, Top Chef contestant Alex Reznik is cooking a barbecue Saturday and Sunday on the Cafe Wa s patio from 3-10PM. Alex will recreate the dishes he cooked on the past three episodes of Top Chef. [EaterWire]

HOLLYWOOD— On July 8 starting at 8PM Gerard Schweitzer, founder of Leblon Cachaca, along with Daniel Nelson (LA mixologist and head of education for Leblon), have organized a Brazilian-themed evening at La Descarga. Schweitzer will teach a crash course in cachaca, after which several Brazilian dancers will instruct guests in dancing the samba. All night long discounted Leblon cocktails, $10 cover change at the door. Make a resy here. [EaterWire]

WEST LA— Grub Street spots signage for Churros Calientes coming to Santa Monica Blvd. Good luck to this supposed organic churro bakery, Xooro in SM didn't work out so well, shocker that the Melrose location is still serving. [GS]