October 14, 2008

Win dinner at Shin in Hollywood

21st century Brat Packers DJ Steve Aoki, Gerard Butler ("Rocknrolla"), The Strokes' Julian Casablancas, Chris Masterson ("Malcolm in the Middle"), Danny Masterson ("That 70s Show"), Laura Prepon ("That 70s Show") and music producer Mark Ronson have formed a gastronomic dream-team of sorts, teaming up to open Shin, a glitzy Korean BBQ in Hollywood. (The brains behind their celebrity brawn is the well-connected chef/restaurateur Simon Shin.)
Last night's launch party went on until the wee hours, with Butler (who stars in Guy Ritchie's latest effort, "Rocknrolla") jumping over the bar to mix Belvedere cocktails while Mark Ronson, Danny Masterson and Steve Aoki took turns DJing. (Aoki's no stranger to the restaurant biz—his late father, the mercurial Rocky Aoki, founded the Benihana restaurant chain.)
Although we can't promise Butler will be behind the bar or Aoki behind the decks every night, we can offer one Stylephile reader a dinner for two at the new venue. (We hear the short rib casserole is especially melt-in-the-mouth.)
To win, tell us about the most exotic dining experience you've ever had. Post your answers as a comment, and include your email address. Deadline is Monday October 20 at 5 p.m.
Shin is at 1600 N. Wilcox Ave., Hollywood. Open 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Meat, $15-$35; soups, $12-$25; rice, noodles, $15. Full bar. (323) 464-4100, www.shinbbq.com.

October 14, 2008 in OPENINGS/LAUNCHES | Permalink

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