Food and Wine Shops: P-Z
PARIS PASTRY: 1448 Westwood Blvd., Westwood.
(310-474-8888)
A popular bakery which has many UCLA customers. Located near
Westwood Village. Open 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Monday–Saturday.
SANTA MONICA SEAFOOD: 1205 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica
(310-393-5244)
A wonderful assortment of fish, always fresh, plus
tips on preparation if you ask. French bread and a variety of sauces
and condiments are also available. Open Monday–Friday from
9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and Saturday to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
SORRENTO ITALIAN MARKET: 5518 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City.
(310-391-7654)
The shelves are stocked from floor to ceiling with
Italian delicacies, wine, pasta, all sorts of pickled items, olives, oils
and much more. They have a deli counter and bakery as well. Try
their fresh rolls or bread, which is reasonably priced and delicious.
THE WINE HOUSE: 2311 Cotner Ave., West Los Angeles.
(310-479-3731)
Many excellent bargains and knowledgeable personnel. They also
offer a variety of wine tasting sessions and wine classes. Open
Monday–Saturday 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sunday from 11:00 a.m.–
6:00 p.m.
TRADER JOE'S:
10850 National Blvd., West L.A. (310-470-1917),
9290 Culver Blvd., Culver City (310-202-1108),
3212 Pico Blvd, Santa
Monica (310-996-8890)
and 1800 Rosecrans Blvd., Manhattan Beach
(310-372-1274) plus other locations.
If you’re having a party, this is
the place to shop. Excellent buys on wines including Trader Joe’s
own label. They also sell liquor, cheese, paté, a huge variety of
snack foods plus breads, frozen food, vitamins, juice, coffee,
desserts, and pet food. If you get on their mailing list you will
receive a newsletter advertising special buys.
WHOLE FOODS: 1050 S. Gayley, Westwood (310-824-0858).
A health food store featuring a huge variety of food, frozen items,
vitamins and supplements, hair needs and much more. The produce
is extremely fresh and organically grown whenever possible; all
their beef and poultry are free of hormones. Quality baked goods,
dairy, produce and a variety of cereals, oils, gourmet vinegars and
preserves, pet food, and other staples also available. Also located
at 11666 National Blvd. (corner of Barrington and National), Los
Angeles, 239 N. Crescent Drive, Beverly Hills, 11737 San Vicente
Blvd., Brentwood (310-826-4433), and 405 N. Pacific Coast Highway,
Redondo Beach (310-376-6931).
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