December 10, 2007

Gourmet to Goo

Pomme Bébé

Waiter: Bonjour! Welcome to Pomme Bébé. Autumn Stew is the special today, made with pumpkin, squash, kidney beans, apple, and raisins.

Mom: Why, that sounds fantastique. All the ingredients are fresh, seasonal, and organic, no? I’ll take it.

Waiter: No.

Mom: No? As in yes?

Waiter: No as in no, madame. Acclaimed chef Laurent Brazier didn’t create this seasonal menu for you. Everything here is for tiny babies! We peel, steam, and puree daily in our kitchen so babes can dine in, pick up, or order our cuisine online and have it delivered to their high chair.

Mom: Sacre bleu!

Waiter: No, madame, Pomme Bébé.

Pomme Bébé, 2043 WestCliff Drive, suite 106, Newport Beach (949-200-7430 or pommebebe.com).

SEE
The Velveteen Rabbit
What: A classic brought to life for 4 to 10 year olds.
Why: Nice bunny tale.
When: Sat., 2 & 3 p.m.
Where: L.A. Public Library, 630 W. Fifth St., b/t S. Grand Ave. & S. Flower St., Downtown (213-228-7000).

BOOGIE
World Citizen Holiday Jam
What: Global dance and play for the holiday.
Why: ’Tis the season for 5 and under.
When: Fri., 1:30-2 p.m.
Where: Play, 5814 W. Third St., b/t Cloverdale & Cochran Aves. (323-988-1189). R.S.V.P. required.

GO
PeekABoo PlayLand After Hours
What: Babysitting fun zone for 2 to 8 year olds.
Why: Date and night in the same sentence? Woohoo!
When: Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: PeekABoo Playland, 2513 Colorado Blvd., at College View Ave., Eagle Rock (323-255-1400). Reservations required.