Food & Spirits Archives - Fairmont Miramar

Welcoming Back Outdoor Dining, Events, Spa Treatments, and More

It is with long-awaited anticipation and excitement that we announce life is looking closer to normal at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows than it has in many months. Thanks…

Kids’ Kitchen: 3 Chef-Approved Italian Recipes To Try With Your Family At Home

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In the bustling kitchen of FIG Restaurant, Executive Chef Jason Prendergast is used to hearing things like “yes, chef” amid the sounds of sizzling pans and chopping knives. At home, however, “why” and “how” are much more common refrains from his sous chefs — his children Aden, 9, and Adisen, 6.

Vegan Eats: A Plant-Based Guide to Santa Monica

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Whether you’re a die-hard vegan, flexitarian, or even a semi-curious omnivore, this foodie’s guide will lead the way to the most unmissable plant-based eats during your next stay in Santa Monica.

Santa Monica’s Canary Cocktail Lounge Takes Flight With Tropical Drinks and Cool Jazz

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Step through the grass-covered front entrance of Canary, a glam new cocktail lounge just a half-mile from the Fairmont Miramar in Santa Monica, and you’re immediately hit with a sultry, lush vibe that feels more tropical island than urban LA.

LA’s Best Food and Wine Tours

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In recent years, Los Angeles has experienced a full-blown culinary renaissance, making it a perfect destination for foodies to indulge their epicurean interests. From multi-course tasting menus at Michelin-star restaurants to two-dollar tacos from a truck, there’s no shortage of options for amazing meals everywhere you turn.

Telling a Culinary Story Through the Art of Food Photography

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Here’s an inside look at what goes into a culinary shoot with a top food photography team, from the props to the food to the shot itself.

New at the Fairmont Miramar, Dogtown Coffee Honors the Z-Boys’ Skateboard and Surf Culture

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By Robert Spuhler The spirit of Southern California’s surfing and skating culture can be seen across every inch of Dogtown Coffee, from photos and murals that line the walls to the…

Father’s Office: The Birth of LA’s Burger

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By Robert Spuhler Inside a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it storefront along a busy stretch of Montana Avenue, just over a mile away from the Fairmont Miramar, Sang Yoon became one of the most…

FIG Named One of LA’s Top Brunch Spots

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From the innovative, locally driven menu to the chic greenhouse-inspired setting, brunch at FIG restaurant is a can’t-miss culinary experience in Santa Monica — and Thrillist has taken note. They’ve included FIG in their top picks for the best brunch…