Los Angeles - February 05, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Hope you’re hungry.

SCORE
The New Nameplate
What: Simple, shiny, and perfectly sweet, Jennifer Meyer engraved necklaces are now available for very special order.
Why: Shake your moniker maker.
When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Roseark, 1111 N. Crescent Heights Blvd., at Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood (323-822-3600).

SHOP
Steam Love Souk
What: Cruise this pop-up market in the name of love for minimanis and -massages; makeup tips; and the likes of Floracopia, Zachary’s Smile, Cake Monkey, and more.
Why: V at last.
When: Sun., 2-5:30 p.m.
Where: 314 N. Harper Ave., b/t Beverly Blvd. & Oakwood Ave., Mid-City West (323-966-0024).

VOTE
DailyCandy’s Get with the Programmer Contest
What: We’ve whittled down the candidates to a chosen few; it’s up to you to crown the king of code.
Why: He’s the 10101010110101.
When: Before Feb. 12. Hop to it!
Where: Online at dailycandy.com/programmer.

SWIG
Crocker Club
What: Dip into the bank vault-turned-underground bar for expertly executed classic cocktails in the Mosler Lounge, Ghost Bar, or any of the many other equally well-appointed rooms.
Why: Bank on it.
When: Wed.-Fri., 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat., 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 453 S. Spring St., at Fifth St., Downtown (213-239-9099).

Copa d’Oro
What: Pick your made-to-order poison from a cocktail-ingredient menu full of high-end spirits; homemade sodas; and farmers market-fresh fruits, berries, herbs, and organic juices.
Why: Good as gold.
When: Mon.-Wed., 5 p.m.-midnight; Thurs.-Sat., 5 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 217 Broadway, b/t Second & Fourth Sts., Santa Monica (310-576-3030).

SNACK
Fig
What: Sit for seasonal bistro fare or swing by the bar for cheese, charcuterie, or a refreshing lavender-cucumber cocktail.
Why: You’ll figure it out.
When: Tues.-Sat., 5-10 p.m.
Where: Fairmont Miramar, 101 Wilshire Blvd., at Ocean Ave., Santa Monica (310-319-3111).