As the Holiday season rolls around, we can’t help but look forward to the rich food and drink that are in abundance during this time of year. With our personal calendars at full capacity, every host needs a way to stand out from the crowd and make their party a memorable hit. The answer –…
Wow, just wow. If the cocktail recipes alone don’t do it in the book “Good Things to Drink with Mr. Lyan and Friends” any cocktail fan will also appreciate Lyan’s sage advice on cocktails, like wine, bringing people together. He makes you feel that the drinks are right there in front of you with an…
Three Seasonal Italian Inspired Cocktails are Created by Gifted Mixologist William Perbellini Bar Toscana, the popular Brentwood bar and restaurant, debuts three new fall cocktails designed by the talented William Perbellini, resident mixologist. The seasonal additions to the cocktail menu of specialty drinks include the Barrel’s Share; La Figata; and the French Quarter. Perbellini, who perfected his craft at the famed Hotel Cipriani in Venice, created…
L.A. Weekly is proud to present Sips & Sweets 2015! In its second year, our now annual holiday party will feature over 20 of the city’s top bakers, over 15 of LA’s most respected mixologists and more than 25 artisanal craftspeople. Join us Saturday, December 12th from 8pm – 11pm and sample delicious confections, sip on handcrafted cocktails…
Alberto Blends Three Perfect Cocktails that Celebrate the Autumn Season in the Santa Ynez Valley Alberto Battaglini, the acclaimed mixologist at S.Y. Kitchen, presents four new fall cocktails inspired by the Indian Summers that take place in the Santa Ynez Valley, mixing the best local seasonal produce with some of the finest spirits. In addition…
Microsoft Word – Brunch at the Races Press Release 2.docx L.A. Weekly is excited to confirm the final restaurant line up for our new signature event, Brunch at the Races! Taking place on Sunday October 18th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Santa Anita Park, this event is sure to become one for the…
Opolo Vineyards donated two different spirits to the recent Cocktails on the Roof non-profit event I co-hosted. They were very generous in sending a total of 3 cases for our 400-person event…and since they sent the cases to me…I asked if I could pilfer a couple of the bottles to drink…err taste…and they said yes….
One again, my wife Karen and I had the great pleasure to take advantage of Eve’s absence to attend one of the best food and wine events in the Los Angeles area – LA Loves Alex’s Lemonade. It is one of the best for a few reasons. Not only are the food and beverages outstanding,…
A whiskey distiller, a long list of email sign ups for more info from the L.A. Scotch Club, a favorite local mixologist, an author, beer cocktails, a bitters lesson/tasting, a sake expert, a professional dancer, gin in a sparkling wine, dozens of restaurant owners, a fun DJ, killer orangecello, whiskey under the table, a guest…
Chef David Lentz and Chef de Cuisine Kris Longley Showcase Palmina’s Italian Styled Wines with a Menu Inspired by the California Central Coast WHO: Chef/Owner David Lentz, Chef de Cuisine Kris Longley, The Hungry Cat Santa Monica and Winemaker Steve Clifton of Palmina Wines WHAT: David Lentz’s seaside restaurant, The Hungry Cat in Santa Monica Canyon, welcomes Winemaker Steve…
