Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Paula Cole Wraps Up Summer Concerts at The Americana at Brand


The last concert at the Americana at Brand marks the end of summer. Grammy award-winning singer Paula Cole rocked the house last week singing songs from her new album, Ithaca. CBS' Rockstar:INXS finalist Ty Taylor of Vintage Trouble (below) and Tyler Hilton opened the show and got the shoppers at Americana on their feet dancing the last few hours of summer away. It was an awesome line up this year which included Steve Tyrell, Natasha Bedingfield, Frenchie Davis and Taylor Dayne.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Deluca's Deli Opens at The Americana at Brand

Guests can enjoy fresh and contemporary Italian deli fare now that Trancredi De Luca of the Amici Restaurant family has opened Deluca's at The Americana in Glendale. Dining in or on the go Deluca's offers a wonderful selection of imported cheeses, fine wines, combination salads and hot and cold sandwiches, such as the mouthwatering Panino Prosciutto Mozarella! Shoppers looking for a quick bite can pop in and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and authentic menu.

Monday, August 23, 2010

Paula Cole Will Be Performing Live at The Americana at Brand

Grammy award-winning singer Paula Cole will be performing love at The Americana at Brand on Wednesday August 25 at 6 p.m. closing the summer concert series. Recognized for her soulful lyrics and unforgettable voice, Paula is best-known for her breakout album This Fire with the smash tit songs "Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?" and Dawson's Creek theme song "I Don't Want to Wait." This live performance will celebrate the release of her much-anticipated new album, Ithica and debut songs from the album on The Americana at Brand stage.

Nate N' Al at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks Celebrates Anniversary

Last week Nate N' Al at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks celebrated the beloved deli's 65th anniversary. Vintage cars were on display as well as rollback anniversary prices on delicious food! If you're in the mood for good deli, head to The Lakes.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Taylor Dayne Attracts A Huge Crowd To The Americana At Brand

Last night two time Grammy nominated Taylor Dayne played an awesome set at The Americana at Brand in Glendale! She rocked it out along with Star Search winner Jake Simpson and American Idol runner up Frenchie Davis. It was a full house as people crammed in to jam with the famous artists.

Thursday, July 15, 2010

The Annenberg Foundation Unveils "Pitch Africa"


The Annenberg Foundation introduces PITCH:AFRICA, a first-of-its-kind rainwater harvesting and filtering system built into a football pitch (soccer playing surface).

PITCH:AFRICA is an innovative rainwater harvesting system designed by ATOPIA RESEARCH to provide clean where it is scarce or unavailable throughout Africa and other parts of the world. The structure catches rainwater as it falls onto the playing field and surrounding seating areas. The water is stored under the surface and undergoes many filtration processes until it is distributed.

At the unveiling, the Annenberg Foundation announced its plans to work with the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project which works to create safer and healthier communities for the children and people of South Africa.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

“Street Feast & Street Sale” event at The Americana at Brand

On Tuesday, June 15 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., the The Americana at Brand will host the “Street Feast & Street Sale” event transforming the property into a gourmet food and shopping heaven. Along with some of the most sought after food trucks in Los Angeles open for business along Caruso Avenue including, World Fare’s first-ever double-decker “bustaurant” and Top Chef’s season 1 star, Chef Brian of Chef Brian’s Comfort Truck, The Americana at Brand’s most popular stores will participate lining their storefronts with racks of the season’s favorite trends and merchandise, as well as providing guests with special discounts. In addition to delicious creations from the food trucks, restaurants at The Americana at Brand will join in the “Street Feast & Street Sale” festivities, including, a wine bar from Trattoria Amici; happy hour specials at Katsuya’s cocktail lounge; and tantalizing barbeque from the Jewel City Diner. The evening will include DJ music and a raffle for prizes.

The event features World Fare, The Buttermilk Truck, The Grilled Cheese Truck, Coolhaus, Vizzi, Chef Brian's Comfort Truck, Patty Wagon, Mandoline Grill, and Flying Pig; Guests will receive special shopping discounts at participating stores at The Americana at Brand