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Spago and Baco Mercat: Connecting the Dots via Video
Friday night I ate at Spago, Beverly Hills. It far exceeded expectations and then I wondered why expectations wouldn't have been the highest anyway. Why did I presume they'd lost their edge? Last night I had a long-awaited Dinner at Baco Mercat in Downtown LA. The Disparities between the two restaurants couldn't be more apparent. Still, I savored them with equal Delight Due to their level of commitment and the energy exuded by their Devotees who flock for sensational tastes. Spago sets a supreme standard for grown-up chic and slick. Baco Mercat Dons a Downtown vibe with earthy warmth and edgy style.
What is the common Denominator? According to this fun spot on CBS Sunday Morning that aired in November, it's the "foodie" phenomenon. Featured in it are Wolfie (!) Puck and others who seem Dynamically charged by what they Do. You'll see some who make restaurants happen, some who write about them (including Jonathan Gold) and some who Devoutly Devour the food. Instead of Divulging the Dishes of the two restaurants, today I just want to share this video piece. It connects Dots for me (hopefully for you) and with more charm than the written word might Do.
Wolfgang Puck is a kick, isn't he?! :)
Thanks for posting this video! I LOVE Wolfie, though I have to confess that I've never been to Spago! I'll put it on my neverending "list."
ReplyDeleteWhen I used to live in NY, everyone talked about politics. In LA, we talk about food in the same way-- with passion!
What's your next destination, Ilene? You must get to Alma! and what about Troic Mec? Are you going to dip into the dining club scene? Dinner Lab looks amazing. I need to live vicariously through you!
Can add your never-ending list to my never-ending list! :) Never know my next Destination though your two suggestions have been knocking around my brain since they opened. Thinking Trois Mec is to Alma what Spago is to Baco Mercat but not as Disparate. In NY, would we say, Broadway vs. Off-Broadway? Thanks Sofia - you're a gem!
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