5 To Try: Pumpkin Drinks & Dishes
Updated: November 16, 2009
Looking for a new twist on a traditional holiday treat? Skip the pumpkin pie this year and try something new. From a spicy shot and dessert combo to a perfect-for-the-season organic pizza, we're giving you the scoop on five spots around Los Angeles for tasty takes on pumpkin, spice and everything nice. (Photo by Kelly Wardle.)
Pumpkin with a Twist
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Nobu West Hollywood
Read Reviews903 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90069 (map)
This sceney spot might be renowned for its sushi, but we've long known that their desserts are to live for--and oh, do they have a sweet surprise this season! For a one-of-a-kind dessert/shot combo, you gotta try the kabocha (Japanese pumpkin) creme with vanilla caramel, caramelized Kabocha seeds and coconut/caramel ice cream that's paired with a shot of 10 cane rum, spicy pumpkin puree, condensed milk and a dash of nutmeg. The delicious duo is $14 and available through Thanksgiving.
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Gordon Ramsay at the London
Read Reviews1020 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (map)
This low-key hotel dining destination is giving Angelenos a taste of the season with their special Pumpkin Pie Martini. The creamy fall-inspired cocktail is made with Absolut Vanilla, apple juice, pumpkin puree, simple syrup, cinnamon and cream topped witha float Grand Marnier. Sure, it's $16, but you'll only need one. (Trust us, we did our research.) Cheers!
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Pitfire Pizza Company
Read Reviews108 W Second St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (map)
Who says pumpkin pie has to be sweet? Enjoy one of fall's best flavors at all three locations (Downtown L.A.,North Hollywood, Westwood) of this fun and casual spot. Pitfire’s organic pumpkin pizza is a tasty pie made with roasted organic pumpkin, toasted pepitas, wild greens, four cheeses and pumpkin seed oil.
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Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro (at The Grove)
Read Reviews189 The Grove Dr Ste H10, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (map)
Now that the holidays are pretty much here, chances are you're going to find yourself at a mall. So why not make the most of the consumer-based frenzy by taking a break at this romantic-ish bistro inside The Grove for yummy pumpkin soufflé made with Grand Marnier whip cream? The $14 creation serves two, so sit back with your shopping partner and let all the stress just melt away. Sweet!
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Peninsula Beverly Hills
Read Reviews9882 S Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (map)
In the fall, this shwanky hotel goes a little wild for pumpkins. And not just the regular orange kind--we're talking Queensland blue pumpkins, kabocha and acorn squash. Chef James Overbaugh uses the tasty gourds in everything from pumpkin bisque and risotto to pumpkin hash with beef short ribs and pumpkin souffle for dessert.
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