Have you secretly been wondering why Truxton’s American Bistro chose that utterly charmless corner for their sleek new Santa Monica branch?  It appears that gentrification may be turning the humble corner of 14th and Santa Monica Blvd. into something of a destination.  Directly behind Truxton’s at 1348 14th used to house local hangout Central Club.  Soon however, it will be undergoing an extensive renovation and emerge as The Arden Liquor Parlour as evidenced by the “Design Review” notice pasted on the side.  Not much information out there about The Arden, but as always I’ll keep my eye on this one for you…