NorCal’s Oakville Grocery Enhanced with New Features + Expanded Food & Wine Offerings

September 18, 2019 by evebushman

OAKVILLE, Calif. – Oakville Grocery, the general store that has been a gathering place for locals and tourists for nearly 140 years, has been enhanced since joining the Boisset Collection in January. Visitors to both Oakville and Healdsburg will now find an emphasis on local sustainable, organic and Biodynamic food offerings as well as an expanded wine selection that includes exclusive, highly allocated wines by the taste, glass or bottle. These new items, as well as the grocery’s signature favorites, can now be enjoyed on renovated patios during extended summer hours.

Photo credit: Scott Chebegia.

“We are so excited to bring new life into community landmarks in Napa Valley and Sonoma County,” said Jean-Charles Boisset, proprietor of Boisset Collection. “Oakville Grocery is a phenomenal destination where guests can spend a relaxing afternoon trying a selection of amazing wines; fresh, healthy and local cuisine; and fabulous craft beers!”

The historical legacy of the Oakville destination has been made more prominent through extensive signage throughout the property that tell the story of its founding role in Napa Valley. In addition, the property next door — 1881 Napa Wine History Museum & Tasting Salon — features tastings of wines from 13 sub-appellations of Napa Valley as well as an archive of wine relics open for complimentary visitation and has published its own history of the region.

A unique feature of both Oakville Grocery locations is that guests can taste some of the most sought-after wines from rotating producers that have included Opus One, Screaming Eagle and Kosta Browne by purchasing cards and using them in Napa Technology dispensers.

“Normally wine lovers have to wait on allocation lists for years to purchase these bottles,” said Ed Maass, Oakville Grocery Wine Program Manager. “We are thrilled that we can make these beautiful wines more accessible and offer them by the taste and glass at Oakville Grocery, and through our Oakville Wine Society.”

Throughout each store, the wine selections have been significantly expanded and diversified as well as organized by appellation. In the Oakville location guests can discover wines from nearly 300 Napa Valley vintners and in Healdsburg they can browse through an equally large selection of Sonoma County producers. The flagship location in Napa Valley also has two new spaces dedicated to wine: a “cave” where guests can sample the highest-end wines from the Napa Tech machines as well as a wine vault that guests can enter and make selections from, as if they’re perusing their own wine cellar at home. A wine vault is also planned for the Healdsburg location, which has a revamped and upgraded main floor wine section.

The robust and diverse wine offerings are now available through a unique wine club. The Oakville Grocery Wine Society offers wine enthusiasts the opportunity to continue their journey through the wine country of Napa Valley through quarterly shipments of wines, many of which are small lot and hard to find. Society members receive access to private tasting experiences as well as a 10% discount on reorders and store purchases. The society has four different levels: Embarcadero, with a three-bottle allocation averaging $225; Expedition, with a three-bottle allocation averaging $450; Quicksilver, with a 3- or 6-bottle allocation averaging $1,050 or $2,100; and Savant, which offers the selections of the most exclusive and hard-to-procure wines, and is available exclusively by invitation for the most discerning collectors.

As a community fixture in the hearts of Napa Valley and Healdsburg, Boisset welcomes chefs, friends, neighbors and visitors to come in to shop. Oakville Grocery is also committed to its community and invites artisans and purveyors to bring in their products for consideration for sale. A steadfast practitioner of Biodynamic and organic farming, through the new food selection at the groceries, Boisset is spreading its mission for people to “take a stand for the future of food” and carefully consider what they are putting in their bodies. As part of this ideal Boisset has improved and expanded the line of Oakville Grocery-branded proprietary offerings — such as vinegar, olive oil, preserves, tapenade, mustards, charcuterie and beer — while at the same time ensuring they derived from more local sources.

“Our motto is ‘Eat Local, Drink Local, Picnic Local.’ We want to sell products that are made as close to Oakville Grocery as possible,” said Oakville Grocery General Manager Barry Dinsmore, referencing both the Oakville and Healdsburg locations of the store. He estimated that 70% of products in the stores hail from California, with another 20% from the U.S. and the remaining 10% international.

One of the new food providers Oakville Grocery has partnered with is Ohm Coffee Roasters. The Napa Valley-based company led by former sommelier and wine marketing professional Derek Bromley is the exclusive coffee provider for both the Oakville and Healdsburg locations. The Oakville location now has a coffee machine from La Marzocco, the benchmark Italian brand, as a central feature of the upgraded coffee program.

In addition to new foods and wines, the Oakville location has a renovated patio with new furniture and umbrellas to better enable guests to take in views of some of Napa Valley’s most notable landmarks—the Mayacamas Mountains and the landmark To Kalon vineyard to the west and the valley’s highest point, Mt. St. Helena, to the north. Guests can soak up the atmosphere while enjoying sandwiches and salads from the deli cases inside; delicious pizza, burgers and sandwiches made in the wood-fired outdoor oven; or locally raised roasted chickens from the rotisserie, along with wine selected from the grocery or the new, adjacent 1881 Napa tasting room. The Healdsburg patio, which has 40 seats and is one of the only outdoor eating spaces near the Healdsburg Plaza, will also soon have an updated look.

1881 Napa derives its name from the history of Oakville Grocery, which was founded in 1874 as a general store by P.B. O’Neil and then transitioned into a community hub in 1881 under the auspices of Jim and Jennie McQuaid.

“None of us own 1881 Napa or Oakville Grocery. We are just guests in their history. These places will outlive us,” said Boisset.

More Information
In Oakville, Oakville Grocery is located at 7856 St. Helena Highway. Oakville Grocery is open from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday through September. The phone number is 707.944.8802, and the catering team can be contacted by emailing cateringnv@oakvillegrocery.com.

In Healdsburg, Oakville Grocery is located at 124 Matheson Street and is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday through September. The phone number is 707.433.3200, and the catering team can be contacted by emailing cateringhb@oakvillegrocery.com

About Boisset Collection
Boisset is a family-owned collection of historic and unique wineries and lifestyle destinations led by Jean-Charles Boisset and bound together by a common vision: authentic, terroir-driven wines in harmony with their history, their future and the land and people essential to their existence. With more than 25 historical and prestigious still and sparkling wineries in the world’s preeminent terroirs, including Burgundy, Beaujolais, Jura, the Rhône Valley, the south of France, and California’s Russian River Valley and the Napa Valley. Its California wineries include DeLoach Vineyards, Raymond Vineyards, Buena Vista Winery and JCB by Jean-Charles Boisset; its French properties feature Domaine de la Vougeraie, Jean-Claude Boisset, Bouchard Aîné et Fils, J. Moreau et Fils, Louis Bouillot, Henrie Maire, Fortant and Bonpas. Each house retains its unique history, identity and style, and all are united in the pursuit of fine wines expressive of their terroir. Wine is at the center of Boisset’s mission, and is complemented by spirits, beer, cider, gourmet foods and luxury goods, both of its own design and from partnerships with historic companies such as Baccarat, Lalique, St. Louis, Riedel, Christofle, and Bernardaud. To learn more about the Boisset Collection, please visit www.boissetcollection.com.

Martha Stewart, Antoni Porowski and others join USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience Tour 2019

August 7, 2019 by evebushman

McLean, VA – USA TODAY NETWORK Events, part of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI), announces that the USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience 2019 tour with Martha Stewart kicks off Saturday, September 7 in Brooklyn, New York. Additional cities and dates include Detroit, September 14; Indianapolis, September 28; Cincinnati, October 5; Louisville, October 19; Las Vegas, October 26, presented by MGM Resorts International; Scottsdale, November 2 & 3; Los Angeles, November 9; Chicago, November 16; and closing in Naples, November 23.

“This marks the third year for USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience,” said Andy Yost, chief marketing officer for USA TODAY | Gannett. “Our readers already rely on us for authentic, expert content to tell the story of food in our communities and this is brought to life with USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience’s inspiring culinary showcase that connects participating brands with passionate audiences. We’re thrilled to continue to give consumers direct access to talented chefs, restaurateurs, wine and spirit experts and their products.”

USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience is an engaging culinary exploration in each city of the tour where fans and connoisseurs alike taste and celebrate wine and food and see national and regional gourmet leaders at work. These events give sponsors the opportunity to directly and powerfully connect with patrons.

Martha Stewart will appear in Naples, presenting a limited-ticket seminar plus meet and greet, as well as a cooking demonstration for all Grand Tasting guests. In addition, all patrons can enjoy samples from Martha Stewart Wine Co.

Renowned chefs such as The Food Network’s Chopped stars Alex Guarnaschelli and Scott Conant, Netflix Queer Eye star Antoni Porowski are special guests on the tour. Brie and Nikki Bella, also known as The Bella Twins of WWE fame and stars of reality TV show Total Bellas on E!, join the tour with their Belle Radici wine brand. Global wine authorities include SommSelect cofounder Ian Cauble, among only 274 Master Sommeliers worldwide and star of Netflix docufilm “SOMM,” and David Lynch, sommelier, two-time James Beard Award recipient and editorial director, SommSelect. Guarnaschelli will appear in Brooklyn, Detroit, Scottsdale, Indianapolis and Louisville. Conant will be a special guest in Cincinnati, Los Angeles and Chicago. Porowski will be a special guest in Brooklyn Scottsdale, Los Angeles and Chicago. The Bella Twins and Cauble and Lynch appear in all 10 tour stops. Special guest chefs for Las Vegas will be announced in the coming months.

Central to each USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience is the Grand Tasting, a flavorful exploration of special chef recipes, wines, craft beers and spirits with diverse gourmet personalities and restaurateurs. Grand Tasting and VIP Grand Tasting tickets include access to a schedule of cooking demonstrations and wine seminars; VIP tickets add early entry and a special lounge with exclusive drinks and bites. In addition, limited-ticket seminars and meet and greets are available with special guest chefs Stewart, Guarnaschelli, Conant, Porowski and others, and sell out quickly.

Tickets are available at WineandFood.USATODAY.com/ Early ticket purchase is recommended as most USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience events sold out in 2018. Consumers and participating brands can engage with USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience on social media via #WFE and @usatodaywinefood.

R Entertainment of Scottsdale, Ariz., which co-developed and produced Scottsdale-based azcentral Wine & Food Experience in 2015, produces the national series in conjunction with USA TODAY.

Sponsorship or participation opportunities are available by contacting Todd Wienke, TWienke@usatoday.com or Mike O’Donnell, mikeod@r-entertainment.com.

Artisan Cheese & Craft Beer in Vermont’s Lake Champlain Region This August

July 8, 2019 by evebushman

NEW YORK (PRWEB) – Curd nerds and growler geeks can now find fulfillment as they travel with Cheese Journeys on its inaugural adventure to northwestern Vermont, August 8-13, 2019, to some of America’s favorite creameries and breweries, including award-winning Jasper Hill Farms & Cellars and the “Best Brewery in the World,” Hill Farmstead Brewery. The journey will aptly include an exclusive experience at the 11th annual Vermont Cheesemakers Festival at historic Shelburne Farms on August 11, 2019.

Officially kicking off the tour in the city of Burlington, food trippers will enjoy a convivial signature cocktail featuring a local spirit and brew, followed by a short introduction to food photography before heading to a leisurely dinner at one of the city’s best restaurants.

The next day travelers head to Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom to visit renowned Jasper Hill Farm, one of America’s most innovative and successful artisan cheese businesses. An exclusive visit to the creamery with founders and brothers, Andy and Mateo Kehler, will not only include tasting some of the most prized cheeses in the US and abroad, but will also provide an opportunity to learn about their philosophy of cheesemaking, affinage, and sustainability. A stop at Jasper Hill’s Randi Albert Calderwood Cropping Center, the Farm’s state-of-the-art hay drying facility which allows the company to produce much of their herd’s own feed, contributing to the true taste of Jasper Hill’s products, underscores the meaning of “terroir.”

A behind-the-scenes tour of the Burlington Farmers Market will offer an overview of many of Vermont’s best artisan producers of cheese, meats, cider, and even veggie fermenters. Mad River Distillers and Lake Champlain Chocolates are just two of the several specialty food makers that will be visited. During an exclusive Vermont Cheesemakers Dinner, including cheesemakers (naturally) and the director of the Vermont Cheese Council, Tom Bivens, guests will learn about the Vermont cheese scene in more depth.

At the 11th annual Vermont Cheesemakers Festival, idyllically located on the shores of Lake Champlain, travelers will enjoy VIP admittance as they meet up with nearly fifty cheesmakers as well as local wine, craft beer, and numerous other food and beverage purveyors in attendance. Presentations about farmstead and artisan cheesemaking, cooking demos, workshops, and educational seminars are all awaiting at the festival.

A return to Shelburne Farms with a cheese-tasting and tour of the grounds, as well as a stop at Shelburne Vineyards to enjoy their award-wining wines will add to the appreciation of this region’s agricultural heritage and diversification.

Finally, no cheese venture to Vermont would be complete without a stop at Vermont Creamery, one of the country’s best-known goat dairies. Company president, Adeline Druart, will reveal how co-founders, Allison Hooper and Bob Reese, developed their highly-acclaimed fresh and aged goat cheeses, cultured butter, and other European-style dairy products 35 years ago.

Cheese Journeys founder, Anna Juhl, will lead this adventure throught the back country of Vermont, accompanied by two co-hosts: Tenaya Darlington, author and academian who goes by ‘Madame Fromage,’ and Jeff Roberts, author and one of Vermont’s food-scene experts. Believing in the importance of cheese education, Curds & Co (Brookline, MA), The Cheese Shop (Concord, MA), and Fairfield Cheese Company (Fairfield, CT) are collaborating with Cheese Journeys on this trip. FREE travel to and from Burlington, VT is available at each of these three locations.

Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza Announces Their 2019 Lineup

June 1, 2019 by evebushman

MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. (PRWEB) – The 24th Annual Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza in Mammoth Lakes, California is gearing up for its High Sierra summer party with four days of music and two days of craft beer tasting, August 1st-4th, outdoors among the pines at The Woods at Mammoth Lakes.

More than 20 internationally known bands will perform on two stages including seven-time Grammy award winner Buddy Guy, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Jimmie Vaughan, Charlie Musselwhite, Popa Chubby, Mindi Abair & The Boneshakers, Sugaray Rayford, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Southern Avenue, Shamarr Allen & The Underdawgs, Sal’s Greenhouse, Dirty Cello, Emily Wolfe, Reverend Tall Tree & The Blackstrap Brothers, Kings & Associates, Chris Pierce, Katie Henry Band, The Sextones, and more.

“At 8,000 feet, our festival unites the best in craft beer and legendary blues at altitude,” says Sean Turner of Mammoth Brewing Company, host brewery of the event. “This year’s lineup is an incredible mix of celebrated blues performers and some emerging new acts.”

The Mammoth Festival of Beers boasts two days of beer tastings, both Saturday (12pm-5pm) and Sunday (12pm-4pm), showcasing more than 70+ breweries pouring over 200 beers, ciders, and hard kombuchas. A sampling of breweries include Mammoth Brewing Company, Figueroa Mountain Brewing, Eel River Brewing, Firestone Walker, Great Divide Brewing Co, San Diego, Sierra Nevada, Stone, and many, many more. The event benefits the California Craft Brewers Association, Infinite Music, One Tree Planted, and local nonprofit organizations. Along with the beer and blues, a variety of food purveyors will be on site. And for those that prefer grapes to hops, Paso Robles winery Castoro Cellars will be offering their signature wines.

Multi-day tickets are the festival’s best buy and those that purchase the Blues/Brews Ultimate Pass receive early entry to the festival and beer tastings each day.

Advance tickets are on sale and the festival is expected to sell out. Tickets are available online at http://www.MammothBluesBrewsFest.com/tickets; and locally at the Mammoth Brewing Company Tasting Room. For updates and additional information, visit http://www.MammothBluesBrewsFest.com, or call 888-99-BREWS (992-7397).

The Woods at Mammoth Lakes, is located at 5701 Minaret Road between Main Street and Meridian Boulevard. Mammoth Lakes is a mountain resort located near Yosemite National Park in the Eastern High Sierra off Highway 395, offering world-class golf courses, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, and resort facilities. For additional information about camping or local accommodations, call 800-GO MAMMOTH or visit http://www.visitmammoth.com or http://www.mammothbluesbrewsfest.com/lodging.

Twenty-four years ago, Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza started in the parking lot of Whiskey Creek Restaurant in Mammoth Lakes, CA with just ten breweries and a couple of garage bands. From these humble beginnings, the event today attracts thousands of attendees from all over the world and is recognized as one of the best festivals of its kind in the United States.

Cattle and Claw at Sofitel LA Celebrates Year One and Introduces New Menu

April 28, 2019 by evebushman

LOS ANGELES – Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is commemorating the one year anniversary of Cattle & Claw with the launch of a new menu just in time for the spring and summer months. The laidback, SoCal eatery will be enhancing its offerings with seasonal fare that celebrates the core ingredients which inspired the restaurant’s creation – lobster and beef. Located in the heart of Los Angeles at the intersection of Beverly and La Cienega, Cattle & Claw has quickly become a destination for foodies across the city and beyond as it offers omnivores a place to enjoy two of the world’s favorite foods – lobsters and burgers. With the introduction of its latest menu, guests can enjoy a colorful selection of shareable appetizers and family-inspired entrées among the blooming ambience of the restaurant’s garden patio, decorated with florals.

Diners can begin their meal with a Summer Kebab featuring locally-sourced, freshly grilled veggies and beef, or a Lobster Minestrone made with cannellini beans, tomato and squash. Pizza-lovers can rejoice with a choice of meatball or lobster pizza, and those looking for a pasta dish can enjoy the ravioli stuffed with lobster and mascarpone potato served in a light cream sauce with asparagus and cherry tomatoes. Guests seeking ultimate decadence will be delighted by the Cattle & Claw’s two crowning achievements of the seasonal menu: the Lobster Burger, made with a lobster patty and a grilled beef patty, both smothered in melted brie and lobster aioli, and the Lobster Paella, a SoCal-take on the traditional Spanish dish that is topped with whole Lobster and which can be served as individual portions or family-style.

Locals and travelers alike can experience the best of SoCal’s food and drink scene at Cattle & Claw’s Boozy Brunch. Taking place on the garden patio every Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., and every Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., the restaurant’s terrace features an outdoor DJ, classic menu items, including the popular Lobster Waffle, Lobster Roll, 10oz Lobster and combo towers. The top-notch selection of drinks include fresh jar cocktails, a selection of local craft beer, and the eatery’s exclusive Lobster Bloody Mary.

All you need to join in and celebrate a year of success at Cattle & Claw is a love of beef and lobster mixed with a splash of Southern California-cool. For more information on the restaurant’s new menu, or to make a reservation, please visit www.cattleandclaw.com, or call 1-310-358-3906.

About Sofitel
Sofitel Hotels & Resorts is an ambassador of modern French style, culture and art-de-vivre around the world. Established in 1964, Sofitel is the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France with over 120 chic and remarkable hotels in the world’s most sought after destinations. Sofitel exudes a refined and understated sense of modern luxury, always blending a touch of French decadence with the very best of the locale. The Sofitel collection includes such notable hotels as Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg, Sofitel London St James, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost, Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Ipanema, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour and Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. Sofitel is part of Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group offering unique and meaningful experiences in 4,800 hotels, resorts, and residences across 100 countries.

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About Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is a stunning hotel in LA offering elegant luxury accommodations and dramatic decor with an ambiance that combines see-and-be-seen excitement and the calm of an urban resort. Ideally situated on the corner of La Cienega and Beverly Boulevard, opposite the Beverly Shopping Center, this West Hollywood hotel is conveniently located near Cedar Sinai Medical Center, Rodeo Drive, Melrose Avenue, and Sunset Boulevard. Discover a unique blend of French fashion mixed with Hollywood glamour at this elegant hotel offering 295 rooms on 10 floors including 28 suites all featuring Sofitel’s luxurious feather top and state-of-the-art technology. Make the most of Sofitel Los Angeles’s numerous onsite amenities from the 2,500-square-foot gym SoFIT to the French cosmetology SoSpa and the Celebrity Hair Salon LeSalon. Have breakfast at our farm-to-table breakfast restaurant Esterel, join us for lunch or dinner at Cattle & Claw, our burgers and lobster SoCal Eatery and finish the night at Riviera 31 Lounge Bar for a night of breathtaking live music and unforgettable cocktails.

www.sofitel-los-angeles.com

TRAILBLAZER AND BREWDOG USA CEO, TANISHA ROBINSON TO DELIVER KEYNOTE AT 2019 NIGHTCLUB & BAR SHOW

February 27, 2019 by evebushman

Las Vegas— Tanisha Robinson, the CEO of BrewDog USA will deliver an intimate keynote, “Fireside Chat with Tanisha Robinson, CEO of BrewDog USA” during the 2019 Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show on Wednesday, March 27 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Moderated by David Kaplan, founder and co-owner of Death & Co., Robinson’s keynote session will cover how she pushes the limits of innovation in the ever-changing beverage industry utilizing her unique background and perspective on the industry. Attendees will receive insight to BrewDog’s upcoming projects and initiatives like the first-ever crowdfunded craft beer hotel, how the team decided to expand the brand to include a television network and entering the airline hospitality circuit. In addition, Robinson will share her keys to innovation and industry growth, all while sharing a cold one with the audience.

“We are in one of the fastest evolving industries in the world, and it is up to us to not only keep up but also set the trends,” said Tanisha Robinson, CEO of BrewDog USA. “The keynote is going to offer attendees an in-depth look into how we have moved the needle in the craft brew world and how they can apply our methods to their own brands and businesses.”

As the CEO of BrewDog USA, where Tanisha leads the USA side of the brand, Robinson is responsible for developing inventive sales strategies and spearheading the businesses operational growth. Prior to joining the BrewDog USA team, Robinson founded several successful companies including Print Syndicate and TicketFire. Before joining the business sector, Robinson served in the U.S. Army.

The keynote is open to all attendees, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors. Additional keynote sessions will be announced soon. Please visit Nightclub & Bar Show’s website for updates and here for a full list of speakers.

The Nightclub & Bar Show returns to Las Vegas March 25 – 27, offering the world’s largest gathering for bar, nightlife and beverage professionals in the industry. The event offers an extensive and comprehensive educational series and speakers for industry professionals to gain insight on new trends and products, attend speaker sessions and network amongst the top professionals in the dynamic bar and nightclub industry. For those interested in attending the show or for more information, please visit www.ncbshow.com.

Fall In Love With Happy Hour At Eight Happy L.A. Hot Spots!

November 14, 2018 by evebushman

Bone Kettle:

Serving original Southeast Asian dishes in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, Bone Kettle, is the perfect place to take your taste buds on a culinary adventure while relaxing on a fall afternoon. Sip your way through the 5 o’clock hour by enjoying Craft Beers on Tap, House Wine, and Hot Sake all for just $7.00 each. Pair your beverage of choice with Executive Chef Erwin Tjahyadi’s mouthwatering Small Plates like the fresh Oysters with a seasonal mignonette and granité, or the Steak Tartare prepared with St. Helen’s Ranch hangar steak, chili vinaigrette, lemongrass and krupuk. For those looking to enjoy more than a snack, there are Chicken Wings made with fried citrus-brined Petaluma free-range chicken wings and charred lime; the Bone Marrow with scallion confit, toasted bread, mizuna, pears and apples, and Bone Kettle’s famous savory Oxtail Dumplings with seasonal mushrooms, leeks and San Bai Su. So, do not just choose one appetizer to enjoy, as Happy Hour at Bone Kettle will leave both your pocket book and your belly full all season long!

Bone Kettle offers Happy Hour every Monday through Sunday from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm; 67 North Raymond Avenue Pasadena, CA 91103; 626.795.5702; www.BoneKettle.com

Casita Del Campo:

For over 50 years, Casita Del Campo has been known as an exceptional Mexican restaurant in Silver Lake that serves up delicious dishes and drinks in a party atmosphere with two outdoor patios and a beautiful dining room. With a lively nightly Happy Hour, guests may enjoy a wide selection of margaritas including the Casita Classic prepared with tequila, fresh squeezed lime, Triple Sec; the Fruit Margaritas with selections such as Strawberry, Peach, Banana, Watermelon, Mango, Ginger, Pomegranate and Guava, as well as a Smoky Margarita made with Cazadores Reposado Tequila, mescal, Triple Sec and fresh squeezed lime. Bartenders also serve house-made Pina Coladas, Tequila Sunrises, Palomas and Mojitos. Appetizers include Quesadillas Con Rajas prepared with two corn tortillas with a combination of cheese and mild green chile strips; Casita’s Special includes six crispy mini tortillas topped with chicken, beef, beans, guacamole and sour cream, and the Sweet Corn Tamales include two delicately sweet tamales filled with raisins and jack cheese. Every day is a Fiesta at Casita Del Campo during Happy Hour!

Casita Del Campo offers Happy Hour every Monday through Sunday from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm; 1920 Hyperion Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.662.4255; www.CasitaDelCampo.net

CHAYA Modern Izakaya:

CHAYA Modern Izakaya offers the perfect respite to long days plugging away in Silicon Beach or just a fun day relaxing on Venice Beach with their great Happy Hour that is available “All Night Long!” You cannot start without a proper Happy Hour Cocktail like the Lychee Martini made with vodka, St. Germaine, lychee purée and lemon; the Last Mule made with bourbon, ginger, cassis and lime, or a Highball prepared with Suntory Toki Whisky and club soda for just $8.00 each. If cocktails are not your style, guests can also enjoy a Sapporo Beer on draft or House Wine for $5.00 each. With a beverage in hand, treat your palate to the Happy Hour Food and Sushi without ever having to worry about breaking the bank. Nigiri and Sashimi lovers can enjoy fresh Tuna, Hamachi, Eel, Salmon and other seafood selections from the Kaisen Bar, along with a daily selection of fresh Oysters. Sushi is also a must at CHAYA Modern Izakaya and guests will not be disappointed with rolls such as the Yuzu Spicy Tuna Roll; the Salmon California Roll with crab, avocado, and cucumber, and the American Wagyu Roll prepared with spicy shrimp, cucumber, and green onions. Guests can also spice up the evening with the Spicy Chicken Wings served with sambal chili; Beef Sliders with white cheddar and spicy aioli, or the Chicken Kara- age prepared with Jidori fried chicken and smoked soy. When Cocktails and Happy Hour Food are this good, every night feels like a Friday at CHAYA Modern Izakaya!

CHAYA Modern Izakaya offers Happy Hour every Sunday through Thursday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, and every Friday and Saturday from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm; 110 Navy Street, Venice, CA 90291; 310.396.1179; www.TheChaya.com

Church & State:

A long day at the office or an early evening out with friends calls for a fun and festive Happy Hour filled with cocktail specials and delectable dishes which can all found at Church & State in Downtown Los Angeles. Enjoy a daily selection of Executive Chef Tony Esnault’s $1 Oysters paired with lemon and mignonette; the Le Cachat, a lavender herbed goat cheese on crostini; the Foie de Volaille which is a chicken liver mousse on crostini, or the Deviled Eggs with paprika, lardon, and chives. For Cocktails, guests can enjoy the specialty Craft Cocktail prepared with gin, lemon, Pimm’s, Aperol and mint. At Church & State Happy Hour, guests can easily let the hectic day slip away as they sip and savor the DTLA night away!

Church & State offers Happy Hour every Tuesday through Sunday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm; 1850 Industrial Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021; 213.405.1434; www.ChurchandStateBirstro.com

Lunetta All Day:

Spend the afternoon and early evening at Lunetta All Day in Santa Monica for a Happy Hour that is sure to end your day the perfect way! Whether with friends or wanting a place to unwind after the long workday, Lunetta All Day is here to greet and treat you with House-Inspired Libations ($8.00), Well Spirits ($7.00), Draft Beer ($6.00), delicious Wine By The Glass ($6.00 – $7.00), and special Bites from Proprietor & Chef Raphael Lunetta and Executive Chef Emilio Cuyuch. Sip a crisp glass of Vinho Verde paired with the Albacore Crudo with mashed avocado and Meyer lemon relish, or enjoy the Rock Shrimp Ceviche with fresh guacamole and house-made lime chips. For Beer enthusiasts, savor a large selection of Draft Beers that taste best when paired with the Chicken Wings with pineapple wing sauce and Cabra Verde, or indulge in the Wood-Fire Octopus Tacos prepared with white beans, fire-roasted peppers and charred tomatillo salsa. Regardless of how the day went, Happy Hour is always happy when lounging at Lunetta All Day!

Lunetta All Day offers Happy Hour every Monday through Friday from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm; 2420 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.581.4201; www.LunettaSM.com

Preux & Proper:

Preux & Proper Photo Credit: Ziv Sade

Happy Hour at Preux & Proper is the perfect place to unwind after a long, laborious day or to gather with friends before heading out to explore a night in DTLA! Grab a seat in the Barroom and start with a classic Beer or House Wine special for $7.00, or branch our get really happy with one of the delicious Frozen Daiquiris or select House Cocktails for just $9.00. Specially priced Barroom Eats are also available for guests to enjoy including items like Executive Chef Sammy Monsour’s Baked Mac & Cheese prepared with orecchiette pasta, scallions, Turbodog ale and Cabot extra sharp cheddar; the Colorado Lamb Ribs made with Jamaican jerk rub, passionfruit-scotch bonnet barbeque and radish pickles, and Lowcountry Mussels served with house-andouille, sweet corn, shallots, butter, scallions, boil spice and crispy fingerling potatoes. On top of daily Happy Hour, guests can also enjoy $1 Oysters every Monday from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Preux & Proper’s tasty drinks, delicious dishes, hearty Happy Hour and genuine Southern Hospitality will quickly have you falling for Fall!

Preux & Proper offers Happy Hour every Monday through Saturday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, and every Sunday from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm; 840 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.896.0090; www.PreuxandProper.com

South City Fried Chicken:

Sometimes, all you need is a Fried Chicken Sandwich and a sweet treat to help wash away all the work day woes and Happy Hour at South City Fried Chicken offers you just that! After a long day, head to Corporation Food Hall in Downtown, Los Angeles to enjoy Happy Hour at South City Fried Chicken where every city-inspired Fried Chicken Sandwich is just $9.99 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Try the Greenville prepared with house-smoked chicken bacon, gruyère, Duke’s mayonnaise, shaved gem lettuce, heirloom tomato and bo spice, or the Birmingham made with Tillamook cheddar, Alabama white barbeque sauce, hickory-smoked red onions and chimichurri. For those who enjoy some heat, spice things up with the unique Miami made with jerk spice, lemongrass remoulade, mint, jalapeño, lime, shaved gem lettuce, and heirloom tomato, or enjoy the classic Nashville which is served with house-made Nashville hot sauce, house pickles, cookout slaw, and guests choice of four levels of heat. Pair your favorite Fried Chicken Sandwich with a Fountain Soda and cut all that spice with something sweet by savoring a frosty (and vegan!) Dole Whip for dessert, made exclusively of Dole pineapples and served with shaved coconut, pecans, or Mexican chocolate. Happy Hour at South City Fried Chicken will have you leaving with your belly, and wallet full this Fall!

South City Fried Chicken offers Happy Hour every Monday through Sunday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm; 724 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.278.0008; www.SouthCityFriedChicken.com

The Raymond 1886:

There is nothing like a good Happy Hour to help liven up a long workday or start a fun night with friends and Pasadena’s The Raymond 1886 has exactly what you need. Guests of The Raymond 1886 can enjoy 50% off Well Drinks and Bar Bites, $5.00 Select Wines, $4.00 Craft Beers, and $7.00 Daily Craft Cocktails. Pair the drink of your choice with a variety of tasty Bar Bites like the Hand Cut Onion Rings served with The Raymond 1886’s aged Worcestershire; the Suckling Pig Carnitas Tacos with white onions and salsa verde; Mac-n-Cheese baked with Irish cheddar and gruyère, or the Steamed Mussels served with Angry Lady sauce and Chinese sausage. Sip a cocktail (or two) and enjoy Pasadena’s finest as you lounge the rest of the day away without breaking the bank at Happy Hour at The Raymond 1886!

The Raymond 1886 offers Happy Hour every Tuesday through Friday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm; 1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105; 626.441.3136; www.TheRaymond.com

Alcohol-filled Advent Calendars with Wine or Craft Beer

November 8, 2018 by evebushman

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWEB) – The 2018 Wine Advent Calendar is the latest release for online gift retailer http://www.GiveThemBeer.com. The Wine Advent Calendar features twelve 375ml bottles of reds, whites and splits of sparkling wines from well-known wineries around the world including Robert Mondavi, Ruffino, Korbel and Rocca delle Macie. In addition to the expertly chosen selection of wine, the advent style box offers a memorable and interactive experience. The recipient gets to discover a different wine for each of the 12 days of Christmas. “We include the best of the best when it comes to craft beer and wanted to do the same for wine” states Kym Toner, Co-Founder of the company.

In 2017, GiveThemBeer released the first craft beer advent calendar filled with highly rated microbrews for delivery to a home or office. “The response was overwhelming. We sold out in less than four weeks” states Toner. The 2018 edition is an upgrade to the first release. The design of the advent style box features Santa and friends celebrating the holiday season while enjoying a few beers as they prepare for Christmas. Each numbered door on the top of the box includes a highly rated craft beer from a well-known brewery across the United States. “The assortment covers the highest rated beers from coast to coast,” quotes Toner. Each microbrew was hand-selected based on its rating, brew style and location. Breweries featured in the assortment include: Dogfish Head, Rogue, Highland, Ballast Point, Anderson Valley, Stone, Bear Republic and Bell’s Brewing.

The Beer Advent Calendar and Wine Advent Calendar are exclusive designs for GiveThemBeer and are available for pre-sale at http://www.GiveThemBeer.com. (Delivery is scheduled for Mid-November, 2018.)

About Give Them Beer –GiveThemBeer.com was launched in 2014 to offer beer gifts that feature the best craft beer available. GiveThemBeer.com is the leader of premium craft beer gifts online and has delivered thousands of beer gift baskets to beer enthusiasts across the United States. 2018 marks the first year that the retailer will offer wine gifts.

Ole Smoky Distillery, Yee-Haw Brewing & Music City Roots Have Teamed up

January 8, 2018 by evebushman

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (PRWEB) – Ole Smoky Distillery, the leading craft distiller of Moonshine and home of the world’s most visited distillery, announced today that they are expanding their East TN presence by joining forces with Yee Haw Brewing Company, one of Tennessee’s top craft breweries. In collaboration with Music City Roots, they will collectively open an entertainment complex in Nashville’s burgeoning area of SoBro. The venue, currently being called 6th & Peabody will feature a distillery, brewery, live music, bars, tasting rooms, beer & bottle shops and merchandise. Visitors will be able to enjoy cocktails by the glass, as well as purchase jars of moonshine and bottled beer for enjoyment at home. Doors are scheduled to open in the second half of 2018.

“We are all very excited about this new endeavor,” says Joe Baker, Owner of Yee-Haw Brewing Company and Founder of Ole Smoky Distillery. “By providing guests with the best of Tennessee music, beer and moonshine, in a comfortable setting, we are confident that our newest venue will do extremely well in Nashville.”

The announcement of the multidimensional property comes after years of planning the overall concept. Having a brewery and distillery under the same roof will give visitors a unique experience with something that appeals to every individual, which is what the companies always envisioned. On any given day, there will be at least six beers on tap, and ten moonshine flavors being poured.

Along with experiencing a unique drinking occasion, guests will also enjoy authentic, world–renowned musical performances. Music City Roots, will be curating the live music talent and entertainment for the venue. Music will be presented day and night with an intimate performance area in the tasting room, a full-production concert stage in the main hall, as well as a broadcast studio for WMOT Roots Radio 89.5 FM. In order to build anticipation for the new venue, Music City Roots will be hosting a “Roots on the Road” campaign where they will go to various venues in Nashville, performing and spreading the word about the new location.

“Music City Roots looks forward to continuing to export the diversity and quality of our musical culture to a national and international audience from the heart of Nashville. We are honored to expand our long-term relationship with the great folks at Yee Haw and Ole Smoky by opening what will be an iconic and authentic addition to Music City,” says executive producer Todd Mayo.

“The heart of this partnership is our shared goal to curate a world-class listening environment, and present the music with the utmost respect for the artists that create it. In addition to being a live venue, it will be fully equipped for HD video broadcast, state-of-the-art live audio recording and radio broadcast”, says executive producer John Walker.

Baker and team will be transforming a warehouse currently standing on a 12k square foot property located in SoBro, also known as the South Six District. Currently the area is surrounded by a number of apartment buildings and hotels in development, which means there will be a need for more entertainment facilities for these residents and guests to enjoy. SoBro is a short walk and easily accessible from the popular “Lower Broadway” strip, the Music City Convention Center, and Bridgestone Arena.

“It makes sense for Ole Smoky and Yee-Haw to team up and create a space where all of our fans can enjoy themselves outside of our East Tennessee home base,” says Robert Hall CEO of Ole Smoky. “Both brands have a strong presence in the state and by joining forces we can offer great entertainment and a wide variety of beverages to fit every taste.”

This facility will be Yee-Haw’s second location and Ole Smoky’s fourth location.

Details about the bottle shops and tasting room (including a full beer and moonshine list, hours, events, and more) will be available soon. For more information about Ole Smoky please visit http://www.olesmoky.com. For more information about Yee-Haw please visit http://www.yeehawbrewing.com. For more information about Music City Roots please visit http://www.musiccityroots.com.

About Yee-Haw Brewery Co:
Founded in 2015, Yee-Haw Brewing Co is a craft brewery and tap room located in a historic railroad depot built in the late 1800’s in Johnson City, TN. Yee-Haw quickly grew from a start up to one of the southeast’s fastest growing craft breweries. Best known for their World Beer Cup award-winning Dunkel, Yee-Haw Brewing’s reputation for high quality ales and lagers is built on their commitment to using only the finest ingredients.

Yee-Haw is an expression of exuberance, a celebration of life, and a commitment to adventure. They’re serious about making great beer and improving the lives of those around them. Whether it is their commitment to a local nature conservancy, reviving a local outdoor concert series, supporting local art programs, or helping a local bike club raise money to build new trails, Yee-Haw is part of that experience. Remember, you’ll say it when you drink it, and cheers to the good times.

About Music City Roots:
Founded in October of 2009, Music City Roots is a weekly live musical variety radio show hosted by Grammy winning “Mr Americana” artist, Jim Lauderdale. Streamed live every week online to a global audience and airing on over 25 radio stations, Music City Roots has aired nationally in 75% of the United States on public television. Roots was created to shine a light on the variety and diversity of American Music. Roots has hosted Grammy winning artists like Chris Stapleton , Sturgill Simpson, Emmylou Harris as well as iconic American acts like The Doobie Brothers and features a weekly emerging artist as well. A community of fan’s, bands and brands, Music City Roots hearkens back to the golden age of live radio utilizing traditional and present platforms of discovery: radio, television, and streaming both live and on demand.

About Ole Smoky Distillery LLC:
Ole Smoky is the leading distiller of premium moonshine in the U.S. and the first federally licensed distillery in the history of East Tennessee. The company’s roots can be traced to the early settlers of the Smoky Mountains. In 2009, the law in Tennessee changed and suddenly, it was legal to make, distill and sell the infamous bootlegger’s hooch. It was at that point that a group of families decided to bring their artistry of superior moonshine making to the world at large.

And the world welcomed it. Ole Smoky was named an Impact Hot Brand by M. Shanken Communications, a leading publisher in the U.S. wine & spirits industry. The Hot Brand Award is given to both established and upcoming brands that achieve double-digit growth in each of the past three years, with a minimum of 200,000 cases. Additionally, people from all over the world visit the famed Gatlinburg Distillery, The Holler™, to see and experience how Ole Smoky moonshine is made. Since it’s opening in July of 2010, Ole Smoky Distillers have opened two more locations with The Barn™ in 2013 and the Barrelhouse™ in 2015, which produces the company’s new whiskey line that just launched nationally in Fall 2017. 2018 will mark the opening of the company’s fourth distillery in Tennessee.

Ole Smoky now retails globally and offers more than twenty creative flavors crafted from authentic family recipes. And while Ole Smoky has long been enjoyed on the porch from the jar or the jug, Ole Smoky now finds itself mixed in handcrafted cocktails of the finest order in establishments across the U.S. including at some of the biggest music and sporting venues in the country.

For more information, please visit http://www.olesmoky.com and find them on social media @olesmoky.

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Savor the Finer Things: Masters of Taste Announces 2018 Date – Sunday, May 6th, 2018

November 23, 2017 by evebushman

Los Angeles, CA – Come savor the finer things and be part of Masters of Taste 2018, L.A.’s premier outdoor, luxury food and beverage festival that will take place on Sunday, May 6^th, 2018 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the field of the Historic Pasadena Rose Bowl!

Masters of Taste 2017 attracted nearly 2,400 guests and garnered media attention throughout Southern California and beyond. Masters of Taste 2018 is expected to bring over 2,500 food and beverage enthusiasts together for one afternoon to celebrate this exhilarating festival, which will include the finest fare from over 40 Master Chefs including returning Culinary Masters Chef Neal Fraser (Redbird), Chef Tony Esnault (Church & State, Spring), Chef Calogero Drggo (Celestino Ristorante), Chef Tim Guilitinan (The Raymond 1886), Chef Paul Shoemaker (The FLATS), and Chef Erwin Tjahyadi (Bone Kettle, Komodo) to name a few. Also, participating in Masters of Taste 2018 will be L.A.’s top Sweet Masters, signature handcrafted cocktails and tastings from 25 spirit brands and bars, a premier 50 yard-line bar featuring four of L.A.’s most distinguished drinking destinations and their Master Mixologists curated by Marcos Tello of Template Consulting, select wineries, local craft breweries, live entertainment and much, much more.

100% of the proceeds from Masters of Taste 2018 will directly benefit Union Station Homeless Services, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to helping homeless men, women and children rebuild their lives. Union Station is part of a premier group of human services agencies in Los Angeles County that are leading the way to end homelessness in our community and offers an array of services including street outreach, meals, shelter, housing, case management and career development. In the last two years Masters of Taste has raised nearly $1 Million in support of Union Station’s life-saving programs.

Mark your calendars and save-the-date to savor the finer things at Masters of Taste 2018!

Ticket Information: Masters of Taste 2018 will take place on Sunday, May 6^th, 2018. A VIP Power Hour will be held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and General Admission will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information on Masters of Taste 2018, please visit www.MastersofTasteLA.com/Tickets.

Masters of Taste

Pasadena Rose Bowl

1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103

T: 626.791.6677

E: info@MastersofTasteLA.com