Revolver Opens Tonight, Bocuse d’Or Din in SD, More!

WEHO— Did video kill the radio star? In any event, Revolver Video Bar makes its comeback tonight and over right is a shot of the new bar. Owners Alfredo Diaz (Kokomo, K2) and Chris Miller (tv industry) revived this defunct gay bar which was replaced by East West in 2004. With Revolver's rebirth comes its signature music videos (there are 20! tv screens), movie mash ups, inexpensive drinks, and even its landmark revolving door. [EaterWire]

SANTA MONICA— Barman Alex Day (Death & Co.) is working on a list of libations soon to be available at Stella Rosa on Main Street. And yes, he's still working on that bar, too. [Grub Street]

SAN DIEGO— William Bradley is the executive chef at Addison in The Grand Del Mar and he's also part of the Culinary Council for Bocuse d’Or USA. Bradley is planning to host a pretty blockbuster affair on November 17 with a round of fantastic chefs. The six course dinner costs $300/head and the following kitchen commandos are slated to cook: Gavin Kaysen of Café Boulud (NYC), Michael Cimarusti of Providence, Douglas Keane of Cyrus (NorCal), and, of course, chef Bradley. Wine pairings by Grand Del Mar Wine Director Jesse Rodriguez. Champagne and canapés start at 6PM, dinner at 7PM.

Canapés with Champagne

Shima Aji, Cauliflower, Dashi Gelée, Uni (Douglas Keane)
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Crispy Yeast Crackers, Scrambled Eggs, Caviar (Michael Cimarusti)
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Skewers of Squid & Chorizo (Michael Cimarusti)
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Pâté Grand-Père, Cornichons, Whole Grain Mustard (Gavin Kaysen)
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Gougères, Smoked Bacon and Sherry (William Bradley)
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Dinner Menu

Verjus Blanc
Pickled Cranberries & Ginger
William Bradley
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Maine Peekytoe Crab
Tangerine, Fennel, Vanilla
Gavin Kaysen
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Smoked Crème Fraîche Panna Cotta
Monterey Abalone, Geoduck Clam, Cured Tasman Sea Trout
Michael Cimarusti
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Licorice Roasted Endive
Albufera and Apples
William Bradley
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Glazed Chicken Thighs
Red Wine Risotto, Aged Parmesan Cheese, White Truffles
Douglas Keane
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Bittersweet Chocolate Terrine
Cinnamon Syrup and Coffee Crème Glacée
William Bradley