June 4-7 was the 2026 U.S. Women's Open in Los Angeles
( https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-riviera-country-club-pacific-palisades ). Golf is fun and all, but I'm more interested in what kind of food was served! M Culinary Concepts is one of the catering and event staffing partners for the tournament.
There are 7 or so concession stands scattered around the Riviera Country Club. I saw chips, cookies, sandwiches, carbonated drinks, pulled pork sandwiches, and more. Prices are high, which is to be expected. Credit or debit card only. If you are a T-Mobile subscriber, stop by their tent and get a $20 food voucher to save money.
At Hole 14, M partnered with Katsuya and brought Rock Shrimp Tempura ($23) and Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice ($26). You will also find Toma empanadas (1 for $9, 2 for $16).
The private suites had access to more premium offerings, like shrimp cocktail towers and open bars. I believe each sponsor can customize their menu however they like (probably based on how much they are willing to pay).
I was a cabana guest and had access to the hospitality area by Hole 18. There were two refrigerators stocked with bottled beverages that you can grab from anytime. The snack basket was also complimentary. Options are similar to the treats at the concession stands outside. Think Annie's graham crackers, Golden Peak sweet tea, Minute Maid, Planters trail mix, Miss Vickie's, Grandma's cookies, and other Frito-Lay or Coca-Cola products.
Saturday breakfast consisted of breakfast burritos (choice of cheese or chorizo), overnight oats, and greek yogurt paired with a build your own parfait bar. Burritos were on the smaller side, but you can grab another one. The bar was not fully open, just coffee only.
At 12PM they started serving lunch. Pasta was ordinary and there's not much to write about the chicken croissant sandwich. The salmon was tasty at least. For dessert, they had brownies and tarts.
The final course was snacks at 3PM. There was a charcuterie board with cheese and crackers. Some sliders for light bites. And more desserts.
Well it was a food-filled day to say the least! If I had to pay for admission, I probably would have eaten before arriving at the venue. It's too expensive otherwise. read more