Scarlett's Cupcakes Opens, Stefan's on Montana Scoring Booze, Malo Launches Friday

PACIFIC PALISADES— Cupcakes are not dead. Yet. Welcome to Scarlett's Cupcakes, a week and a half old sweets shop offering a whopping 27 flavors (Rhett velvet, German chocolate, strawberry, a vegan chocolate with espresso bean, pumpkin) based on family recipes from owner Susan Payne. Peet's coffee cuts the cream. [PPP]

SANTA MONICA— Just about a year after bringing westsiders an additional choice to refuel on Montana, chef and owner Stefan Richter will soon remodel Stefan's on Montana to make way for beer and wine. [EaterWire]

DOWNTOWN— Mas Malo opens its doors on Friday. Jump here and here for a sneak peek of the space and menu. [Thillist, Urban Daddy]

[Photo: Michael Aushenker]