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SANTA MONICA—Wolfgang Puck and Joachim Splichal are teaming up with Josiah Citrin at Melisse to do a "mentor" dinner in honor of the restaurant's 15th anniversary. On September 15, all three chefs will prepare a six-course dinner that will run $185 per person. Make a reservation by calling 310-395-0881. [EaterWire]
AROUND TOWN—LAist has a handy statistical breakdown of the best restaurants in Los Angeles based on their appearances in various best-of lists around the city. [LAist]
MELROSE—Mauro's Cafe inside Fred Segal launches a fall tasting menu next week available on Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m. See below for the full menu, priced at $70 with wine pairings. [EaterWire]
Starter cocktail: Prosecco
Cold Soup: fresh pea with mint
Quinoa Salad: cucumber, peas, avocado, organic quinoa in balsamic vinaigrette
Gnocchi: homemade gnocchi verde, zucchini, broccoli, spinach & peas
Meat or Fish: skirt steak or grilled striped bass served with vegetables and potatoes
Cheese plate: old world cheese and speciality breads
Dessert: creme brûlée & chocolate mousse
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