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Comment: We need what third parties say about the museum & restaurant, not what it/staff say Star Mississippi 01:31, 23 January 2024 (UTC)
| Persian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum | |
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| Restaurant information | |
| Street address | 1389 Westwood Blvd |
| City | West Los Angeles |
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
Persian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum is an establishment located in West Los Angeles, acknowledged for its dual identity as both a restaurant and a historical war museum.
Overview
editPersian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum founded by Roozbeh Farahanipour has a culinary experience with serving as a repository of historical artifacts related to the Persian Gulf and significant wars.
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Historical artifacts
Museum Collection
editThe museum section features a noteworthy collection of artifacts, spanning from World Wars I and II to the two Persian Gulf Wars. Vintage magazines, posters, coins, military equipment, and notable signatures, including that of former U.S. President George H.W. Bush, provide visitors with a historical experience.
Culinary Experience
editDiverse flavours of the Persian Gulf can be found on the menu. Patrons can indulge in dishes crafted with precision, incorporating a blend of both traditional and innovative culinary techniques.
Acknowledgment of First Responders
editThe noteworthy contributions of LAPD personnel and veterans in Los Angeles discussed in a CBS Los Angeles interview. The purpose of this acknowledgment is to express gratitude for their service to the community.
Memorial for Iranian Women
editThe Persian Gulf Signature Restaurant/Museum has steadfastly maintained a memorial dedicated to Mahsa Amini and the victims of the Iranian movement, even in the face of vandalism. In interviews by KABC-TV, Los Angeles Times, and KTTV, insights into the memorial's importance and conveys solidarity with the Iranian people was explained.
Events and Collaborations
editThe Friendly Westwood, Los Angeles Rotary Club organized an event at Persian Gulf Restaurant on September 21, 2023. The event featured Frances Hardy, the Director of Development at Ready to Succeed Institute.
Media Coverage
editSanta Monica Mirror Feature: A video from the Santa Monica Mirror's TikTok account highlights historical artifacts associated with the Persian Gulf, curated by Roozbeh Farahanipour. The collection encompasses vintage magazines, posters, coins, military equipment, and notable signatures. Former military personnel have also contributed items to the museum.[1]
- Voice of America Persian Video: A detailed presentation of artifacts primarily related to the Persian Gulf War I (Desert Storm - 1991) is provided in this place. Notable among them are medals from soldiers of various countries, all inscribed with the name "Persian Gulf." Also, intentions to exhibit these artifacts in diverse museums was shared.[2]
- CBS Los Angeles Interview: , The gratitude to LAPD personnel and veterans of Los Angeles was expressed an interview with CBS Los Angeles.[3]
- ABC7 Los Angeles Interview: A memorial for Mahsa Amini and victims of Iran's freedom movement at Persian Gulf Restaurant was discussed in an interview with ABC7. Despite vandalism that led to the destruction of the entrance door, the memorial stands as a tribute to the people of Iran.[4]
- Los Angeles Times Interview: The memorial and a vandalism incident on October 18, 2022 was discussed in an interview with the Los Angeles Times. He speculates about the responsible parties and expresses support for the Iranian people, vowing to preserve the memorial.[5]
- Fox 11 Los Angeles Article: .Insights into the memorial for Mahsa Amini and the victims of the Iranian freedom movement at Persian Gulf Restaurant was shared in an article from Fox 11 Los Angeles. Despite vandalism, he continues to keep the memorial and supports Iranian women.[6]
- Century City News Video: In a video from Century City News, historical items related to the Persian Gulf, spanning World Wars I and II and the two Persian Gulf Wars was discussed. The collection includes vintage magazines, posters, coins, military equipment, and signatures from notable figures.[7]
References
edit- ^ Writer, Staff (September 13, 2023). "(Video) West L.A. Restaurant Doubles as Historical War Museum".
- ^ "گردآوری مدالها و نشانهای نظامی کشورهای مختلف با نام خلیج فارس؛ نمایش اختصاصی برای صدای آمریکا". 4 November 2021 – via www.youtube.com.
- ^ "Persian Gulf restaurant in Westwood honors first responders each day - CBS Los Angeles". www.cbsnews.com.
- ^ "Café owner in LA keeps memorial for women killed in Iran after vandalism: 'My heart is with them'". ABC7 Los Angeles. October 26, 2022.
- ^ "Persian cafe in L.A. keeps memorial honoring Iranian women killed in protests despite vandalism". Los Angeles Times. October 25, 2022.
- ^ "Persian restaurant vandalized after creating tribute to Mahsa Amini, Iranian protesters". FOX 11. October 24, 2022.
- ^ Report, Staff (September 13, 2023). "(Video) West L.A. Restaurant Doubles as Historical War Museum". Century City News.