Wine Dinner at A1, Giggles Nightclub Upgrades, More!

BEVERLY HILLS— Newbie A1 Cucina Italiana has a wine dinner planned for April 23. Marco Scapagnini of Domodimonti will pair wines along with chef Fredy Escobar's four-course meal for $55. The menu: shrimp with pink grapefruit and balsamic; pappardelle with wild rabbit ragu; rack of lamb with porcini; and pear and chocolate millefoglie. In other news, watch for an LAT review in the near future. [EaterWire]

OC— On the recommendation of a friend, SIV visits Olé! Spain Delishop in Santa Ana and declares the artisan market and cafe "...a fine spot for a quick lunch or to pick up Spanish ingredients for a recipe." [LAT]

GLENDALE— Don't laugh. Twenty plus year-old Giggles Nightclub is seeking permits to update its facade. [GNP]

MID-CITY— Red O will test a seafood-centric menu on April 16. Dubbed "The Marisqueria Menu," new additions include sustainable oysters, two shareable mixed seafood options, four ceviches, fish dishes under the "Mexican Classics" section, and more. [EaterWire]

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