The WSJ on OP; Bent Brick Happy Hour; Lardo Mondays

SOUTHEAST—So artisanal salami is a thing now (like seriously who knew, right?), and the Wall Street Journal orders up some Olympic Provisions product for its grand "European-style" salami tasting. Fun fact: "Olympic doesn't ship on Thursday or Friday to avoid having its products 'sit in a warehouses over a weekend, which could harm the live mold the company uses to coat the salamis (most salumi makers use rice flour)." The more you know. [WSJ]

NW/ALPHABET DISTRICT—Newly 38-ed small plates spot the Bent Brick has announced the debut of a new "Chef's Trip" happy hour menu, featuring a rotating three courses for $25. [EaterWire]

HAWTHORNE—Sandwich spot Lardo announced that it'll now be open Mondays, meaning Rick Gencarelli's lineup of meaty sandwiches is now available seven days a week. [EaterWire]

Image of Olympic Provisions courtesy Facebook