A Santa Barbara Restaurant Vet Introduces Spanish-California Cooking to West Adams
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A Santa Barbara Restaurant Vet Introduces Spanish-California Cooking to West Adams
"Picala opens Tuesday, April 28, on the bottom floor of Vox Residences on La Cienega and Jefferson Boulevards, showcasing a menu that embodies California cooking through a Spanish lens."
"Sierra's menu leads with familiar starters like olives and pan con tomate, while the main dishes include an aged prime rib-eye and a traditional paella served in a pan."
"Sierra and Villanueva cultivated relationships with Santa Barbara fishermen to source local catches, ensuring the menu features impeccable seafood options like dayboat rockfish and Pacific calamari."
"The cocktail menu, inspired by Joey Mar's travels through Spain, includes a dazzling La Mancha tequila cocktail and a selection of five gin and tonics."
Picala, located in West Adams, marks Acme Hospitality's entry into Los Angeles. Led by Sherry Villanueva, the restaurant features a menu crafted by chef Luis Sierra, emphasizing California cuisine through a Spanish perspective. Signature dishes include olives, pan con tomate, and a seasonal asparagus salad. The menu also highlights local seafood sourced from Santa Barbara fishermen. The cocktail menu, developed by Joey Mar, includes sangria and unique gin and tonics. The restaurant's design by Studio UNLTD features inviting spaces with large windows for sunset views.
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