Gonpachi's New Movel, Oscar's Cerveteca Serves Alcohol, MORE!

BEVERLY HILLS— It's been a while since anyone heard anything from Gonpachi, but the Japanese restaurant has released this new July movel (menu+novel). [EaterWire]

VENICE— Finally! Almost two months later, Oscar's Cerveteca is now licensed to serve beer and wine. [EaterWire]

AROUND TOWN— As of yesterday, a new bill has passed that requires all employees handling food (preparation, service, or storage) to pass a food-safety test and earn a food handler's card. Those currently employed by a restaurant have until July 1 to score a card, anyone hired after July 1 has 30 days to obtain one. [NRN]