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Bellini Osteria Bar & Lounge has opened in Westlake Village. Catering to a hip clientele, the restaurant features Italian cuisine and fine wines in a very modern setting. Bellini Osteria Bar & Lounge, 951 Westlake Blvd., Ste. 102, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361, 805-497-8482.
Nate ‘n Al, the storied deli with a 65-year history in Los Angeles, has opened at The Lakes shopping center in Thousand Oaks. Tradition continues with favorites such as snappy hot dogs, double-baked rye bread and smoked fish flown in from New York City. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner daily. Nate 'n Al, The Lakes Shopping Center, 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, 805-494-3354.
Brooks Approves Gastronomic Stimulus Package
A new "gastronomic stimulus package" at Brooks features a three-course dinner for just $33. The meal includes a choice of seasonal soup, fried oysters or chopped hearts of romaine followed by either shredded short rib, Scottish salmon or free-range chicken breast. For dessert, choose from cinnamon roll bread pudding, tiramisu or Maytag blue cheesecake. Brooks, 545 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001, 805-652-7070.
Spend Valentine's Day in Ventura County
Explore the wineries of Ventura County this Valentine's Day weekend and enjoy special food pairings along the way. A four-day passport event, Valentine 'n Wine spotlights seven local wineries. Tickets are $35; participants receive one regular wine-tasting flight at each of the participating wineries. For details, call 805-484-9600.
Sunday Suppers at Elements
Here's a chance to return to your childhood every week: Elements has introduced a special called "Sunday suppers," an update on comfort food classics such as mac-n-cheese, meatloaf, fried chicken and burgers. The two-course special will be served from 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. every Sunday, in addition to their regular menu. Elements, 129 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 805-884-9218.
Prix-Fixe Menus at Café Provençal
Chef-owner Serge Bonnet prepares five-course prix-fixe menus every Wednesday and Thursday night at his Café Provençal restaurant in Thousand Oaks. Soup or salad precede meat and fish dishes, which may include escolar with potato spinach cake and carrot sauce or pork tenderloin in an apple balsamic reduction. Cost, including three wines, is $45. Café Provençal, 2310 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, 805-496-7121.
The SideCar Restaurant Offers Ongoing Specialty Nights
Located in a 1910 Pullman train car, The SideCar Restaurant is an eatery with an undeniably unique flair. Chef-owner Tim Kilcoyne likes it that way and has reserved Tuesday nights at the restaurant for grilled cheese and local jazz; Thursdays are dedicated to burgers and martinis. The SideCar Restaurant, 3029 E. Main St., Ventura, CA 93003, 805-653-7433.
 Closings
Mexican restaurant Left At Albuquerque on State Street in Santa Barbara closed at the end of 2009. Left At Albuquerque, 700 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 805-564-5040.
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Annual Restaurant Issue Published NEW!
RESTAURANT AWARDS
Just published! Our annual restaurant issue features the Best Cheap Eats and our Top 40 U.S. selections, including including Corton in New York and more!
A SEASON OF LOVE
Set the mood for love by reserving a table at one of the Best Romantic Restaurants near you, or view our list of Valentines Restaurants in your area that will show you where to find restaurants offering unique menus just for February 14. Also, see who sets the standard for seductive dining across the country with our Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S. list.
