415179 Mon Jun 25 23:37:22 -0700 2007 15 2 Los Angeles Area 0 2694323 A group of us are heading to the Hollywood Bowl for a summer time concert. I was planning to bring the basics like wine, cheese and fruit. Does anyone have creative ideas, recommendations or suggestions on what to bring for a hungry crowd? Mon Jun 25 23:37:22 -0700 2007 49510 saigon sista 1 2694380 Don't know where you're coming from... For your cheese, stop at the Beverly Hills cheese store Unique might be a bento box from Mako (these are reliably very yummy) Maison Akira also does bentos Gelson's (one of my fave picnic baskets) Little Next Door Vert (also nice and close to the Bowl itself) The Spot on Lincoln Julienne To Go Clementine I also like Joan's on Third and Doughboys Tue Jun 26 00:46:55 -0700 2007 2694323 15572 Emme 2 2694391 if you're looking to save - try trader joes - they carry some of the same cheeses that bristol does - and for a lot less. Cube is also reasonable and has great cheese. Make sure to bring quince paste and almonds to round it out. . Tue Jun 26 00:59:12 -0700 2007 2694380 59335 Julefish 2 2696535 The one time I went to the Hollywood Bowl, we stopped at Trader Joe's and got wine, pate, cheese, bread, olives and all sorts of goodies. Yum! lots of fun. Tue Jun 26 13:36:08 -0700 2007 2694380 52499 ChefJune 1 2695022 I second either getting a bowl box or picking your own nibbbles of cheese, wine, and deli Items at Gelson's. Artisan Cheese gallery in Studio City has gread sandwiches and cheeses and chocolates. Good bread and crackers, too. Also Charcuterie plates. Tue Jun 26 07:54:30 -0700 2007 2694323 11201 Diana 1 2695322 Maybe incorporate some Greek - pick up some hummus, tzatziki, pita bread, stuffed grape leaves, spanakopita, etc. from a grocery store or even better, Papa Cristo's. Or if you are coming from Santa Monica - get a bunch of Godmother subs from Bay Cities and cut each into 3rds or 4ths to share. Bringing some dessert might be nice too, but I'm not a big dessert person so can't really recommend where might be good to get like a takeout cheesecake or pie from... Tue Jun 26 09:07:17 -0700 2007 2694323 81098 LisaStitch 1 2696516 If you're anywhere near Katella Deli in Los Alamitos that's a great place for take-out and bakery yumminess. Tue Jun 26 13:32:38 -0700 2007 2694323 76226 Oh Robin 1 2696536 You could get a big prepared sushi tray from Farm Boy in Sherman Oaks. A huge tray for around $30-$40 A big box of Leda's mini cupcakes would probably go over very well as dessert. Tue Jun 26 13:36:45 -0700 2007 2694323 11201 Diana 1 2696586 What I've done in the past at the Hollywood Bowl as well as places like Cinespia is not only bring a variety, but also look to trade with neighbors. We typically bring a couple of kinds of crackers, maybe 3 cheeses, sliced meats (often deli, but sometimes something like a polish sausage can be fun), tortilla chips, a couple of salsas (spicy and mild, sometimes an alternative kind like mango or corn), beer, wine, water and something chocolate but simple, like pocky (fun to eat and not messy). When we're feeling healthy, we grab one of those pre-packaged veggie platters with ranch in the middle. Depending on the crowd, it can be really easy to share with neighbors if you feel so inclined. We'll trade a beer for some cookies or some meat for cheese, or whatever. I find this a whole lot more enjoyable because it adds a potluck slant to the whole experience and helps you connect with people who enjoy similar music even more. Tue Jun 26 13:50:36 -0700 2007 2694323 76461 MeAndroo 2 2697012 I went to the Baliwood show at the bowl last year and sat next to a very friendly Indian family who was more than happy to share their wonderful homemade food with me Tue Jun 26 15:34:41 -0700 2007 2696586 101467 eberhard49 1 2696972 15 years ago, I took in a couple Pizza Hut pizzas & beer. Boy, they were good! Tue Jun 26 15:24:03 -0700 2007 2694323 12873 OCAnn 1 2697018 Zankou is always good and easy...make sure you bring plenty of booze; you dont want to have to pay Bowl prices for it Tue Jun 26 15:35:27 -0700 2007 2694323 101467 eberhard49 1 2697068 the best bowl food i've ever had was sushi and spring rolls (to go from a vietnamese restaurant). Tue Jun 26 15:47:49 -0700 2007 2694323 16200 greengelato 2 2698264 Thanks everyone for all your wonderful suggestions. I sent out an email tonight with all of your wonderful recommendations to the hungry crowd of concert goers. Potluck style seemed like the best fit for our group. You are an amazing web community. We will have a terrific time thanks to you all. Tue Jun 26 23:57:30 -0700 2007 2697068 49510 saigon sista 3 2699825 When are you going to the bowl anyway? I'm thinkin of going this Friday for John Williams. Cheap seats, loads of food + booze + debauchery, = fun. Wed Jun 27 11:38:14 -0700 2007 2698264 91179 ns1 1 2699874 I was just at the bowl on Sunday and we stopped at Trader Joes on the way there and stocked up on veggies, hummus, cheese, fruits, sandwiches, sliced meats and wine. They pretty much have everything in their fresh case. Wed Jun 27 11:45:46 -0700 2007 2694323 29689 pamm5959