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Vintage Menu Exhibits

The 'To Live and Dine in L.A.' Exhibit Showcases Ancient Restaurant Menus

— June 16, 2015 — Lifestyle
Roy Choi's 'To Live and Dine in L.A.' exhibit is a historic art showcase riddled with pure nostalgia.

This menu-based exhibition is sponsored by the library Foundation of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Public Library. The exhibit showcases 9,000 historic menus from the L.A. dinning scene that date back to the 1850s. Located at the L.A. Central Library, these menus are taken from popular restaurants such as Kelbo's, Romanoff's, Golden Pagoda and the Redwood House. Though they are mere menus, these pieces of prehistoric art detail the evolution of Los Angeles culture.

The 'To Live and Dine in L.A.' exhibit will be open to the public from June 13th, 2015 to November 13th, 2015.
Trend Themes
1. Historic Menu Exhibits - The 'To Live and Dine in L.A.' exhibit showcases the potential of using historic menus as a form of art and cultural preservation.
2. Nostalgic Experiences - The exhibit taps into the trend of consumers seeking nostalgic experiences by immersing them in the history of Los Angeles dining.
3. Cultural Evolution - By highlighting the evolution of Los Angeles culture through restaurant menus, the exhibit presents an opportunity for cultural historians and researchers to explore and document this history.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Museum - The 'To Live and Dine in L.A.' exhibit demonstrates the potential for museums and galleries to showcase and curate historic menus as a form of art.
2. Tourism and Hospitality - The exhibit offers a unique attraction and learning opportunity for tourists interested in exploring the history of Los Angeles dining.
3. Cultural Preservation - The exhibition presents an opportunity for archivists and cultural preservationists to collaborate with restaurants and libraries in preserving and cataloging historic menus.
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