The last time we were in Italy, in 2009, it seemed that Limoncello was served to us after every meal, whether or not we requested it. Especially in Rome and Venice, where dining outdoors and people watching seemed to pair with it best. We became fans. For the last two years I’ve made it a…
Once again I found a great recipe that was shared on Facebook from a pal: The Blueberry Basil Margarita Ingredients 2 oz tequila 1 oz agave nectar 12-15 blueberries 1 lime squeezed a couple sprigs of basil Directions Muddle blueberries and basil with tequila. Shake with ice and serve over fresh ice. Recipe said don’t strain…
L.A. Weekly is proud to present Sips & Sweets 2016! In its third year, our now annual holiday party will feature over 15 of the city’s top bakers and over 20 of LA’s most respected mixologists. Join us Friday, December 2nd from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. and sample delicious confections, sip on handcrafted cocktails…
It was a picture perfect day for wine tasting. The pesky wind was held at bay and white wine stayed chilled under the expansive tents while guests collected at tables serving wine, spirits, beer and lots of goodies to pair them with. Also cool this year was that the event was held at the Bridgeport…
The California Fruit Wine Company products can be found locally at: Whole Foods Valencia Pinot’s Palette Valencia and Encino LA Rail The Santa Barbara Vino Train (www.larail.com) Cocktails on the Roof 9/9!
A few weeks ago I teased Beacon readers about the new Scotch tasting club membership that I purchased for my husband, Eddie, for his birthday from ForScotchLovers.com. Well, five wax-sealed sample bottles arrived, along with the proper nosing glass, and we were off! Our first allocation, as there would be several more in the upcoming…
Now and then I get something in my inbox that isn’t alcohol – but I find a way, if it’s interesting enough, to see what I can do with it. One such e-mail was about the new Sparkling ICE beverages, created from an “Artesian Spring”, that can be found in local supermarkets. Come to find…
It’s Baja-Style All Summer Long When The Hungry Cat is Transformed into a New Cantina as the Mexican Kitty Returns to Chef David Lentz’s Beach-Side Restaurant Raw Shellfish, Tacos, Shared Platters, Mexican Beers, Tequila, Mezcal and El Gato Cocktails by Bar Manager Dona Bridges Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend, The Hungry Cat Santa Monica Canyon…
We recently enjoyed a “grand tasting showcasing the Wine and Spirits of over 300 producers from around the world”, at The Beverly Hills Hotel and hosted by The Henry Wine Group, a “Fine Wine and Spirits distributor serving California since 1985.” In this event, just as we’ve done in the past, I covered the spirits’…
Every year we try to provide all the information we can get from our local restaurants on their Happy Hours – just for you, our favorite peeps. Use this as a guide and feel free to comment on any restaurants we may have missed, and any details you can share. Every restaurant on this alphabetical…