Beso
Customers dine by the warm glow of candles at Beso, the Hollywood restaurant that “Desperate Housewives” star Eva Longoria Parker opened in March. She brought in Boston-based Todd English as the chef. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
Glistening, jewel-like chandeliers illuminate the lofty ceilings in Besos contemporary dining room. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
Beso’s designer, Tracie Butler, has done Parker proud with a contemporary look that exudes money and sex appeal. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
An array of seafood, including lobsters, clams and shrimp, is displayed on ice in front of Beso’s open kitchen. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
Beso modifies the traditional preparation of paella by assembling the colorful lobster, roasted chicken, shellfish and chorizo on top rather than cooking them with the saffron rice. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
The varied tacos, including this soft shell crab taco, are perfect for a small bite in the bar. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
An artichoke “guacamole” is made with mashed artichoke hearts and served with za’taar pita chips. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
Beso’s yellowtail crudo is a colorful arrangement with yuzu citrus, coconut milk and a garnish of diced strawberries. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
The Beso chopped salad is topped with avocado and spiked with a lime-jalapeno ranch dressing. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
Novelty ice creams are on Beso’s dessert list along with churros served with a spicy chocolate sauce. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For the Los Angeles Times)
