Diner en Blanc 2013 in Los Angeles - Los Angeles Times

Diner en Blanc 2013 in Los Angeles

A 1,000-person dinner party took place Wednesday night on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Attendees brought their own food, chairs, tables and linens and dressed in white for the feast. The event was started by a French couple, and this is the first time it has taken place in Southern California.

A 1,000-person dinner party took place Wednesday night on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Attendees brought their own food, chairs, tables and linens and dressed in white for the feast. The event was started by a French couple, and this is the first time it has taken place in Southern California. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

Aug. 22, 2013 4:58 PM PT

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People set up their tables. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

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There was plenty of wine on attendee’s tables. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

Diner en Blanc Los Angeles

A live band and a DJ provided music. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

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The event lasted well into the evening. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

Diner en Blanc Los Angeles

People brought a variety of decorations. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

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The Diner en Blanc crew provided balloons. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

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Some people brought quiche. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

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Other’s opted for a Monsieur Marcel prepared meal. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

Diner en Blanc Los Angeles

And many brought cheese, crackers and charcuterie. (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

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