L.A.'s new star-studded dining spots
USA TODAY, April, 2008 by Victoria Namkung
Celebrities are often the first to discover the latest dining hot spots. Victoria Namkung checks out for USA TODAY the new Los Angeles restaurants where members of the A-list are wining and dining.
Beso
Sizzle factor: Sheryl Crow, Felicity Huffman, James Denton, Courteney Cox, Jessica Simpson, Ryan Seacrest and Paula Abdul are fans. "I'm not simply attaching my name to Beso," says co-owner and Desperate Housewives actress Eva Longoria Parker, who partnered with star chef Todd English. "I have a genuine love for the art of cooking."
Vibe: A dramatic open kitchen anchors the 150-seat restaurant that features beige crocodile booths, crystal chandeliers, hand-painted walls and an outdoor patio. The eclectic menu features colorful dishes from around the globe.
Highlights: Eva's homemade tortilla soup ($11), the yellowfin tuna ($32) and skirt steak ($29). "The menu features signature dishes that blend Eva's favorites with my culinary ...