The Westside of Los Angeles has long been a sanctuary for world-class Italian, modern American, and sushi, but for those of us living in the Brentwood and Santa Monica areas, a truly elevated Persian dining experience has been the missing piece of the culinary puzzle. That changed recently with the opening of Perse Restaurant. Located in the heart of the Brentwood Gardens plaza at 11677 San Vicente Blvd, Perse is more than just a new neighborhood spot; it is a sophisticated “translation” of Persian heritage into the language of modern fine dining. This past weekend, my husband Brad, our two daughters,…
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