You would think that here in LA-LA-Land that it would negatively affect the great minds of the local Greek-American Community, but it doesn't! It has even drawn many Greeks from around the world together in search of stardom and recognition in the "Industry" as we call it. Together these "Hollywood Greeks" and the rest of us Greeks live normal lives in complete harmony.

There aren't many Greek restaurants around here considering the population of Los Angeles County spread across a vast radius. Yet somehow we do find each other despite our distances. Luckily with today's technology, through Facebook, for example, on the Internet, we're able to connect with each other and plan our next get-togethers. This is exactly what Elias Livanis is using to get the locals to come and hang out together on Friday Nights, at a well known 40-year establishment on Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, Greek-owned and operated, called Mirabelle. If you were to google-search it, all you'd see is nothing but rave reviews. In fact it has a 5 star rating by the Citysearch.com link that pops up first in searches, and even shows you a video / commercial to get a feel for the atmosphere there. Its open-roof bar section is where the local Greek Bar Nights have been taking place for over 20 weeks now.

While sipping on their deliciously fruity Sangria, and listening to the latest Greek Grooves overhead, one can relax and unwind after a long and difficult work week. And whether you plan ahead of time with friends, or decide to go on the spur of the moment alone, you can always count on Mirabelle's to find a familiar face you know, including the "Hollywood Greeks" in the Industry! Everyone becomes like family here! Nobody is unapproachable, whether they're famous or not, you can always join them to share in your stories, tell a few jokes, even plan to meet again all the while, simply having a relaxing good time! Let's not forget of course that we're Greek and when there is a cause for celebration, (or even better, simply celebrating life), nothing stops you from dancing your heart out as long as you keep the plate smashing to a minimum, right Elia?

If you have Facebook, you too can stay in the loop by looking up "Greek Bar" and adding Elias to your friends list. And for the rest of you who don't use it, simply remember that the next time you're in the Los Angeles Area and you're here on a Friday night, Mirabelle's is the place to mingle and meet both local and Hollywood Greeks! Thanks to Elias Livanis, for making it possible to have a casual Greek Bar Night, in this wonderful establishment where both newcomers to the area as well as long time fixtures can feel right at home. Asthat famous television jingle goes: Where Everybody Knows Your Name". Our very own Greek 'Cheers' if you may! ...Opa! (no pun intended!)