I learned how to make this a couple of years ago when my pal Lisa Blowers came over and demonstrated on video (link). Frankly, I hadn’t made it in awhile and when I picked up a liter of Smirnoff Vodka flavored with orange for about $18 from my neighborhood Ralph’s closing sale, I “revisited” the…
I’m not a mixologist by any stretch of the imagination, but I do have a Level Two Certification in Wine and Spirits. Part of my studies were devoted to spirits, and I have found that though not equal to my wine interests, I do appreciate a good cocktail as well as a straight libation. Discovering…
Experience the peak of après ski culture with the Après-Ski Cocktail Classic – March 5-8, 2015 FOUR DAY SPIRIT CELEBRATION MOVES TO THE LITTLE NELL AND OTHER ICONIC ASPEN SNOWMASS LOCATIONS ASPEN/SNOWMASS, CO – The 3rd annual Après Ski Cocktail Classic returns in 2015 with new dates and a new home base. It was recently…
Master Mixologist William Perbellini Guided Cocktail Aficionados Through the Artistry of Crafting Contemporary and Classic Cocktails Not knowing what to expect in my first spirits class since I obtained a Level Two Intermediate certification from Wine and Spirits Education Trust in 2010, I was thrilled to get a press pass into this event. I talked…
The world’s leading show for wine and spirits professionals, Vinexpo 2015 has designated the U.S. as its first-ever Country of Honor – a distinction that will give the American wine industry maximum exposure throughout the show. Themed “Taste the Unexpected,” Vinexpo 2015 will be held June 14-18 at Bordeaux’s Parc des Expositions, overlooking a scenic…
Thanks for wanting to read about my tasting classes. There are many things that I can do – it’s really up to the host what they want as far as the lesson, wine, spirits and food. My Level Two certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET) has given me equal time with wine…
Six Seasonal Italian Inspired Cocktails are Created by Gifted Mixologist William Perbellini WHO: William Perbellini, Mixologist at Bar Toscana in Brentwood WHAT: The talented William Perbellini, resident mixologist at Bar Toscana, has designed six new cocktails for this popular Brentwood bar and restaurant. Additions to the beverage menu of specialty drinks includethe Pearbellini, Costa Smeralda,…
I left Santa Clarita again for a wine event! I hate to shock you but this job can be somewhat demanding at times, as there are so many worthy charities that food and wine find their way to. I learned about Break the Cycle’s annual Savor the Season event last year at a special reception…