Rosa Vodka Sweeps Multiple Top Awards at Prestigious 2021 Festivals

July 29, 2021 by evebushman

PLAYA DEL REY, Calif.floral /PRNewswire/ — Within months of its launch, Rosa Vodka strikes Double Gold & Best Of Class at 2021 San Francisco World Spirit Competition, Platinum at the 2021 SIP Awards with Best Vodka & Platinum at 2020 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards awarded in January of 2021.

Rosa Vodka’s a rare stand-alone spirit and the only 80-proof vodka on the market made with the world’s finest flower, the rose. Distilled and bottled in the Pacific Northwest for its pristine Cascade Mountain water, exclusive three-day filtering process, and proprietary organic roses; Rosa Vodka’s introduction into the vodka market reaches the upper echelon with what Best Tasting Spirits Gold Medal entry claims is “…a true original.”

Manamira LLC, a female-owned company, produces Rosa Vodka and succeeded in creating a distinguished spirit offering a truly unique experience to the consumer – whether on the rocks, or with specialty cocktails as an enhancement. Owner Amira McCullough states, “We aimed to create a distinctive and premium vodka that sets itself apart.”

Partner Scott McCullough adds, “We are thrilled with such a great responses to our product. Bartenders and aficionados find Rosa Vodka’s distinctive body and smoothness to be a strong contender in the marketplace.”

The DOUBLE GOLD medal from 2021 San Francisco World Spirit Competition is awarded when every judge on the panel awards Gold to an entry. SFWSC is the most respected, and influential competitions in the world. The BEST of CLASS medal from 2021 San Francisco World Spirit Competition represents the very best of that spirit type in the festival from the most experienced judges in the industry.

The PLATINUM medal from 2020 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards is bestowed from highly experienced, decorated judges with tremendous and diverse spirits and mixology backgrounds. The BEST VODKA medal represents the very best of spirit type by the finest group of world-renowned spirits and beverage industry professionals

The PLATINUM medal from 2021 SIP International Spirits Competition represents exceptionally high marks from consumer judges and is highly recommended to the public. A distinguished class that earned exceptional marks from consumer judges. Platinum medal recipients are highly recommended to the public.

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SANTA ROSA BUSINESS AND VISITOR INDUSTRIES THRIVE AMID PANDEMIC RECOVERY, WITH MORE THAN 25 NEW OFFERINGS AS CALIFORNIA FULLY REOPENS ECONOMY

July 26, 2021 by evebushman

(SANTA ROSA, Calif.) — With new and expanded air service, a growing portfolio of new or completely renovated hotels, and a lengthy list of new restaurants, bars, and other businesses, the timing of the reopening of California’s economy coincides with a welcome resurgence of visitor and tourism-related services in the Sonoma County community of Santa Rosa.

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In total, more than two dozen new, renovated, expanded, or planned businesses now call Santa Rosa home, at a time when many similar projects have been postponed, delayed indefinitely, or altogether shuttered nationwide. Santa Rosa’s hoteliers, restaurateurs, shop owners, wineries, breweries, and activity providers are now eager to show off their new or improved products.

“My hat is off not only to the Santa Rosa businesses that endured the pandemic’s challenges, but also to the many entrepreneurial spirits in our community who doubled down on tourism’s future, and who will not let anything get in the way of their pursuit of the American dream,” said Brad Calkins, Executive Director of Visit Santa Rosa. “Our resolve has been tested before, and each time we emerge stronger, more unified, and ready to welcome visitors back to a wonderful place that we are fortunate to call home.”

Following is a list of the new, renovated, or expanded businesses and services that have sprung up in Santa Rosa in recent months, or plan to do so in the coming months:

AIR SERVICE

Avelo Airlines – The inaugural Flight from America’s first new mainline airline in nearly 15 years — Avelo Airlines — touched down at Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport on April 28. Avelo offers daily non-stop service between LA’s iconic Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and Santa Rosa (STS), the gateway to wine country.

Alaska Airlines – Alaska Airlines has increased its service and commitment to Santa Rosa/Sonoma County with more nonstop flights. Starting June 1, the airline added daily nonstop service between Santa Rosa/Sonoma County and Burbank. On Sept. 8, Alaska will add additional flights to both Orange County and San Diego. With the additional flight, the airline will have 13 peak day nonstop flights to six destinations from Sonoma County.

LODGING

AC Hotel by Marriott (Opened August 2020) – Located in the historic Railroad Square, the hotel offers a blend of Spanish roots and European style, paired with the authentic urban vibe of Santa Rosa and its surrounding neighborhoods.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham (Opened February 2021) – The new La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham is a contemporary hotel, located in the heart of Santa Rosa and features include super-fast Wi-Fi, micro and fridge, outdoor pool, hot tub, fire pit patio area, oversized fitness center, and a lobby bar.

Flamingo Resort (Remodel completed June 2021) – The Flamingo Resort is a mid-century marvel and was the place to see and be seen in Santa Rosa of the late 1950s. Patterned after the horizontal glass and stone design of Las Vegas’ Flamingo, wings of rooms fanned out from a resort-size pool and manicured gardens, all topped by a big, pink bird revolving atop a landmark 50-foot tower. The buildings, rendered with natural materials and iconic angular silhouettes, are the work of master architect Homer A. Rissman and were declared a Historic Landmark in 1996. Fully remodeled in 2021 the 10-acre campus includes 170 sanctuary rooms, a year-round heated pool, hot tub, ice bucket shower, full-service fitness center, Pilates and cycling studio, tennis courts, lap pool and spa.

Holiday Inn Express Santa Rosa North (Remodel completed June 2021) – Following a seven-month closure for a complete remodel, the property recently reopened under the Holiday Inn Express brand. The top-to-bottom remodel included all guest rooms, public areas, and the outdoor pool where they have added grills and fire pits for the year-round wine country experience.

Art House Hotel (Opening August 2021) – The 36-room Art House Hotel, built in a sleek modern design and appointed in serene neutral tones, offers a sophisticated stay, designed as a city sanctuary, and just steps away from the heart of downtown action. Its prime location, two blocks off historic Courthouse Square, makes for the perfect launch point to Sonoma County’s spectacular wine country, redwoods, and coastline or just relaxing in our Art Gallery Lounge. Choose from a Classic King Room with your own private balcony, Urban Escape Studio designed for chic city life or a Glassy, expansive, intimate and evocative Apartment Suite that offers appointed living rooms, boasts a queen sofa sleeper, fully appointed kitchens and dining tables that make dining in a tempting option.

RESTAURANTS & BARS – NEW IN 2021

Warike Restobar – Warike Restobar was born in the search for the perfect pairing between Peruvian cuisine and the best product obtained in the California waters. Three family partners with Latin roots: Luigi, Kevin, and Gustavo bring the concepts of the true cevicheria and Peruvian restaurants to downtown Santa Rosa. From the same family as Ayawaska in Petaluma and Novato.

La Fondita – Roseland’s iconic La Fondita restaurant is expanding to downtown Santa Rosa. Known for more than 20 years for authentic, affordable Mexican cuisine, the downtown location will be the third for owner Maria Elena Reyes. Elena Maria Reyes started her food business in 1996 with an old food truck she and her husband financed by selling their cars and asking her grandmother for a few thousand dollars in start-up money.

Falafel Hut 2 – Owner Mohamed Shawa opened his first restaurant, Falafel Hut, in 2006 with his father in San Rafael. Since then, he’s been serving up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine reminiscent of his Palestinian heritage — shawarma, kebabs, gyros, and, of course, falafel. His recipes, inspired by his mother’s cooking, come straight from Palestine, a place he’s visited for long stretches of time over the years, and where his cousin has been a chef for thirty years. Now, he’s going into business with his cousin, Asem Alshawwa, to open Falafel Hut’s sister restaurant, Falafel Hut 2 in Santa Rosa.

Nothing Bundt Cake – Founders Dena Tripp and Debbie Shwetz started out making cakes for their friends and family and the cakes they made were delicious, unlike anything anyone had tasted and as a result, the side project turned into something more. Local owners Jan and Waverly are a mother and daughter team. Jan’s bakery in Arizona has won best dessert/bakery in the Phoenix East Valley for the past three years and Waverly is currently the chairwoman of the Healdsburg Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs.

Sushi Rosa – From the same family as the popular Otoro Sushi in Healdsburg comes Sushi Rosa, which recently opened in downtown Santa Rosa. Like their sister restaurant, Sushi Rosa specializes in traditional Japanese cuisine with a touch of California flavor, and features the freshest, highest quality fish daily.

3 Disciples Brewing (Relocated brewing facility to Santa Rosa) – 3 Disciples Brewing is the result of the perfect balance that three partners, James, Matt, and Luke have created. Determined to never cut corners, and to make certain every single batch has all the qualities they desire, or else it never makes it to your glass. We believe in our vision and have prevailed to ensure our followers will also see the light. 3 Disciples Brewing has crossed boundaries and blended style genres, yet we keep our focus on one goal: Innovative Ales.

Grill Santa Rosa (Opened April 2021) – Head founders, Ali Cetin and Berat Ilhan, fuse Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, comforting classics, and west coast flair to craft their seasonal menus including our ever-changing Grill Santa Rosa, a four-course dining experience.

Johnny Donuts (Opened May 2021) – Owner and founder Craig Blum was part of the opening team for the first US Hard Rock Café but then he got the idea of starting a food truck and doughnuts quickly became his calling. In addition to doughnuts, the new shop will serve up Crodoughs, Bismarks, cinnamon rolls, and even vegan doughnuts.

Dolan’s Den (Opened April 2021) – Local owners Derek and Trinh Dolan have always appreciated restaurants and bars, never missing a date night at any one of Trinh’s favorite spots. While working in the corporate world, Trinh would always dream of bartending or cooking up one of her amazing meals for the reward of putting a smile on a stranger’s face. Born in Vietnam and raised as an Air Force brat, Trinh spent her childhood in different countries and was exposed to many different cultures. Her love of cooking might have derived from cooking for her 3 siblings as her parents worked multiple jobs to make ends meet. Derek–born in San Francisco and raised in Sebastopol–always had one foot in the city and one in the country. He decided to follow in the footsteps of his grandpa and great-grandpa and is working as a Local 38 plumber in San Francisco. The thought of a career change often crosses his mind but for now, plumbing is first. Derek spends his free time supporting Trinh’s dream of owning a bar and grill during an unprecedented time of entering the restaurant business.

Crumbl Cookies (Opened April 2021) – Local owners Jim and Moley are successful restaurateurs from Ukiah and their son Chris, and his wife Caley (from Petaluma) decided as a family to jump headfirst into this adventure together. A rotating menu with 120+ specialty cookies are made fresh daily, and they’re baked in an open kitchen for all cookie-lovers to see up close! They are still looking for that quintessential Santa Rosa/Sonoma County cookie to add to their offerings.

Huckleberry’s (Opened January 2021) – Ann Bailey, owner and General Manager is from the Bay Area and has always been a breakfast fan. Ann previously managed other restaurants before diving headfirst into ownership and opening Huckleberry’s in Santa Rosa, where they serve southern cooking with a California twist.

3 ^rd Street Aleworks (Remodeled May 2021) – When the new owners took over in April of 2019, they set out to carry on this winning tradition, and breathing some fresh life into the pub itself. During the pandemic, they took advantage of being closed/outdoor dining, and started a multi-phase remodel. They fully remodeled the bar. Now when you walk in, you’ll be greeted by a marble-like facade and seven brand new TVs, with a 75” digital beer board in the middle, which will double as a TV for the big games!

RESTAURANTS AND BARS – NEW IN 2020

4 ^th Street Social Club (Opened October 2020) – The energetic 30-something first-time restaurateurs Melissa and Chris Matteson hope will make the 4th Street Social Club an instant favorite for omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike. A longtime gardener using sustainable practices, Melissa is creating health-forward, yet crave-able dishes (including gluten-free options) such as Jacked Up Popcorn Chik’n and Seasonal Sliders (meat-based and vegetarian) based upon the changing bounty of her garden; currently planted with over a dozen varieties of vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Multi-flavored signature micheladas and creative, food-friendly cocktails such as About Thai’m utilizing Thai tea will draw on Melissa’s 17 years of experience in the service industry from New York City to San Francisco.

Nimble & Finn’s Homemade Ice Cream (Opened October 2020) – Back in 2012, Jazmin turned her background as a baker and her passion for ice cream into a new career. She named her fledgling business after her two children’s nicknames and started visiting local farmers’ markets with one pushcart freezer filled with old-fashioned artisanal ice cream. The response was immediate and enthusiastic, and Jazmin quickly had more work than she could handle alone so she roped her sister Leandra into the business with promises of endless creamy desserts. They use organic dairy from Straus Creamery, seasonal produce, and housemade jams, cakes, and candy in their inspired takes on classic flavors.

Mi Ranchito Downtown (Opened October 2020) – The Rodriquez family of Cuernavaca, Mexico established the first Cantina in 2008 and it is based on the heritage of the family. They offer the most delicious traditional and authentic Mexican cuisine and margaritas. When you visit you will discover an ambiance that makes you feel at home, the Mexican-style way.

Grossman’s Noshery & Bar (Opened March 2020) – James Beard Outstanding Restaurateur semifinalists Mark and Terri Stark together own and operate six of Sonoma County’s favorite, and most highly rated, restaurants including the newly opened Grossman’s, a New York-style deli, bakery, and bar. The menu features eclectic breakfast dishes, noshes, sandwiches, soups, salads, platters for sharing, nightly specials, dumplings, and desserts based on Jewish cuisine from the East Coast of the US, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. Baked goods and cured and smoked fish and meats are made in-house.

Flagship Taproom (Opened June 2020) – Who would have known that five childhood friends would reunite to start a business in their hometown? With backgrounds in restaurant management and entrepreneurship, it only made sense to combine our assets to create the type of place where we would want to work and hang out with friends & family. From pilsners to sours and everything in between, we serve a variety of beer styles to suit every palate. We love our local community and love serving our neighbors, friends, and family.

Land and Water Coffee (Opened June 2020) – Land and Water Coffee is a specialty coffee roasting company in Santa Rosa. All our coffees are ethically and sustainably sourced, and meticulously roasted.

Americana (Opened March 2020) – Samantha & Ryan Ramey are a husband/wife duo with a passion for all things food. Ryan is a classically trained chef and Samantha was raised working in the front-of-house of restaurants. They began their own entrepreneurship as caterers in the Bodega Bay Area before purchasing Estero Cafe In Valley Ford in 2014. Americana is a classic American-style diner located in Historic Railroad Square.

COMING SOON

ACME Burger (Opening July 2021) – Todd’s passion for food began when he assisted his father in the family catering business at 15 years old in Connecticut. He pursued a culinary career at the Culinary Institute of America in New York, and completed his apprenticeship on Grand Cayman Island. ACME features Sonoma Mountain Beef (locally raised, hormone and antibiotic-free, grass-fed and grain-finished), Willie Bird (local) turkey burger, the Impossible Burger (plant-based protein), Bodega Bay rock cod, and a comprehensive menu of freshly prepared sides and salads.

Tony’s Galley (Opening July 2021) – Chef and owner Tony Ounpamornchai owner of SEA Thai Bistro and SEA Thai Noodle is opening a new restaurant. Tony’s Galley is a seafood-centric café and will include four versions of the classic East Coast lobster roll sandwich, including Maine Style with chilled mayonnaise, celery and scallions; Connecticut Style featuring lobster poached in clarified butter; Thai Style with tempura-fried lobster in sweet chili aioli, pickled chiles, tobiko (flying fish roe) and green onion and an LGBLT with lobster, garlic butter, bacon, mayo, lettuce, and tomatoes.

Sessions Climbing (Broke ground in April 2021) – Local rock climber Kevin Jorgeson, who completed a free climb of the Dawn Wall of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park with partners Tommy Caldwell is starting the next adventure. Set to open in early 2022, Sessions Climbing is a 55-foot-high, 23,000-square-foot structure featuring indoor climbing, yoga, and fitness center.

Ruth Asawa Fountain (Scheduled Opening TBD) – Ruth Aiko Asawa was an American sculptor, her works can be seen in San Francisco along with collections at the Guggenheim and the Whitney Museum of American Art. At the dedication of her Santa Rosa fountain in 1987, Asawa was there, wearing a floppy white hat and her very best smile as the joyful crowd celebrated with her as the Santa Rosa sculpture was one of her last large works. The fountain panels depicting Sonoma County life were originally installed as concrete. With the completion of the Courthouse Square project, the next step is to reinstall the fountain with the original, carefully conserved sculptured panels re-cast in bronze. Santa Rosa’s Art in Public Places and the Downtown Action Organization are working on private donations to complete the bronze panels as a tribute to Asawa.

About Santa Rosa, CA:

Located just 55 miles north of San Francisco, Santa Rosa is the urban heart of all there is to see, do, eat, drink, hike, bike, and explore in Sonoma County. Santa Rosa is the biggest city in Sonoma Wine Country, yet the town’s vibe and charm are as welcoming as a small town. Central to Sonoma County’s 400+ wineries, Santa Rosa is also just 30 minutes from the Pacific Ocean and even closer to California’s majestic redwood trees. Santa Rosa is home to an impressive array of world-class restaurants and craft microbreweries, some of the best cycling routes in the U.S., the Charles M. Schulz Museum, Luther Burbank Home and Gardens, and Safari West. For more information, or to begin planning a trip to Sonoma County’s Santa Rosa, visit www.visitsantarosa.com.

Arth Bar + Kitchen Introduces Modern Indian Cuisine and Innovative Cocktails In The Heart of Culver City!

July 20, 2021 by evebushman

(Culver City, CA) A journey on its own pioneering a new movement of modern Indian cuisine, Arth Bar + Kitchen introduces Indian fare in a completely new way. With its contemporary atmosphere, eclectic dishes and innovative cocktails, Arth Bar + Kitchen officially opened on Thursday, July 8^th, 2021, right in the heart of Culver City!

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An engineer by trade, but with an entrepreneurial spirit is how Mihir Lad came to be the Founder & Partner of Arth Bar + Kitchen. Lad had greater ambitions outside of the aerospace industry and found his passion in the hospitality industry. He dedicated time observing and studying how a restaurant’s life begins in the kitchen and flows all throughout the front of house while fully immersing himself into every area of the restaurant from: assembling a full restaurant team, analyzing concepts and their potential impacts on the business, and bringing creative ideas to life to perfectly compliment Arth Bar + Kitchen’s contemporary cuisine and bona fide hospitality. Lad shows exemplary leadership, creative vision, and a personal passion to deliver the best possible experience to every guest that visits Arth Bar + Kitchen.

This ambitious and young culinary professional is taking the hospitality industry by storm. Partner & Executive Chef Sagar Ghosh’s creative flair and culinary techniques stem from being trained by some of the world’s most renowned chefs, including India’s most well-known chefs and hospitality experts, paired with pure talent. Before beginning his career, Chef Ghosh attended the Indus Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Arts as well as the Global School of Management and graduated with diplomas in culinary arts and food and beverage management. He spent time in kitchens in some of the finest restaurants in Kolkata, Pune, Miami, New York, Buena Park and Tustin. In his most recent venture, Chef Ghosh served as the executive chef at Master Indian Chef Sanjeev Kapoor’s premier Indian fine dining restaurant, The Yellow Chili located in Tustin, CA, where he assembled an exemplary culinary team and developed the outstanding menu for the opening of this location.

Executive Chef Sagar Ghosh’s premier experience combined with his optimal use of authentic spices and his strive for culinary excellence stands out on Arth Bar + Kitchen’s new menu. Starting off with SMALL PLATES, Chef Ghosh showcases his contemporary flair with his Kolkata Fish Fry, Asian seabass in cilantro parsley marinade served with fries and mustard sauce, Bombay Burger, LTO, pickle, cheese, buttered brioche bun served with house sauce and fries, Garlic Fries, straight cut fries tossed in Peruvian garlic and herb mix, Sexy Fries, straight cur fries topped with green chutney, tomato gravy, and mayo, Old Monk Drunken Wings, Oriental style rum-infused chicken wings, Chicken Chilli, wok tossed Indo Chinese style chicken pieces and bell peppers, Masala Papad Chat, fried lentil chips tossed with onion, tomato, peanut, and lemon, Chicken / Paneer Tikka Tacos, Arth Bar + Kitchen’s take on this Mexican classic with guests choice of protein, Fiery Prawn Koliwada, fisherman style crispy prawn morsels, and Chicken Bites, crispy South Indian style fried chicken.

Chef Ghosh made sure that Arth Bar + Kitchen highlighted their open kitchen by featuring a chef counter and one of L.A.’s only fully visible Tandoor Ovens, so guests can watch the show as he prepares each dish FROM THE TANDOOR, including the LAAL Mirch Ka Paneer Tikka, Paneer marinated in red pepper and a spice blend, Bharwani Kumbh, stuffed mushroom caps, Malai Broccoli, broccoli marinated in white marination, Angari Murgh, chargrilled chicken in yoghurt marinade, Reshmi Kabab, chargrilled chicken in velvety labneh marinade, Classic Tandoori Murgh, whole chargrilled roast chicken, Pistachio Lamb Chops, chargrilled lamb with spice blend, Lamb Afghani Seekh, smoked and spiced minced lamb, Tandoori Jhinga, Tiger prawn chargrilled with spice blend, and the Saloni Macchi made of wild caught Chilean seabass in velvety labneh marinade.

Arth Bar + Kitchen’s MAINS are the heart of Chef Ghosh’s eclectic menu as he features classic Indian dishes prepared in his own special way. Guests will enjoy Palak Paneer Ke Kofte, spinach coated paneer balls in a rich velvety sauce, Paneer Makhanwala, Paneer in creamy tomato gravy, Baghare Baingan, deep-fried young eggplant in peanut sesame gravy, Dhaba Murgh, street style chicken curry, Butter Chicken Dilli Wala, Tandoor cooked boneless chicken in creamy tomato sauce, Cornish Hen Tikka Masala, classic yet modern butter chicken, Lobster Moilee, lobster cooked in sweet coconut milk, turmeric and curry leaves, Fish Tkka Masala, Basa fish tossed in onion and pepper, Malwani Jhinga, coastal style shrimp curry, Nalli Nihari, tender whole lamb shank, Lamb Kosha, slow-cooked Australian lamb leg in onion tomato masala, and Lamb Yakhni Biriyani, a Kashmiri style lamb biriyani served with yoghurt sauce. Chef Ghosh also offers a special selection of thoughtful SIDES to complement each of his dishes, including Dal Makhmali, black bean lentils slow cooked for 72 hours, Arth Bar + Kitchen Bread Basket, garlic naan and butter naan, Lacca Paratha, whole wheat layered bread cooked in a clay oven, Chilli Cheese Naan, stuffed cream cheese and chili bread, Onion Chilli Bread, whole wheat bread topped with onion and chili, and Roti, whole wheat bread.

Lad and Chef Ghosh both know all too well how Angelenos appreciate a proper cocktail and they deliver an impressive and innovative COCKTAIL list showcasing something for everyone. The Peppered Anarosh is made with Beluga Transatlantic, vanilla liqueur, fresh pineapple, Kali Mirch, Angostura Bitters, garnished with a candied chile, The Simple Things features Cocchi Americano Blanco, Amaro, Aperol, pomegranate, grapefruit, Peychaud bitters, with a lemon accent, and the East India Trading Company is comprised of Bacardi White Rum, vanilla liqueur, lychee, pan leaf, eucalyptus, bitters and soda water. The Arth Fizz includes Botanist Gin, Pamplemousse, Campari, grapefruit, Himalayan salt, egg whites and Kaffir leaf, the Bangalore to Jalisco is made of Nosotros Blanco Tequila, Amaro, Pamplemousse, lime, Peychaud bitters with a grapefruit accent, Mira Meets Pedroshowcases Nosotros Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, tamarind, spicy bitters, Jal-jeera, Himalayan salt and Indian chile, while the Spiced Oaxacan is prepared with 20 Los Vientos Mezcal, cinnamon-infused sweet vermouth, tobacco bitter, orange and a cinnamon stick. Finally, Arth Bar + Kitchen’s Chai Ho is made with Monkey Shoulder, chai infused Cocchi Americano Bianco, turmeric, ginger, tobacco bitters and rosemary. For those that prefer something special without alcohol, Arth Bar + Kitchen presents their ZERO PROOF COCKTAILS which highlight the Indian Detox with ginger, honey, turmeric, lemon, orange juice, and ginger beer, Herbal Spritz made of mint, pan leaf, lemon, simple syrup and soda water, and the Tamarind Blast prepared with tamarind, red chili powder, cumin, Himalayan salt, and soda water.

The Arth Bar + Kitchen DESSERTS are delicate and delicious for the perfect finish. The Gulabo is a rose petal compote stuffed in fried dough balls soaked in rose syrup, the Mango Chambord Kulfi includes Indian style Chambord liqueur and mango ice cream, and the Assorted Cannoli features a Kesar Elaichi Shrikhand, Butterscotch and Chocolate Cannoli that can be shared with the table.

Arth Bar + Kitchen, designed by Interior Designer Atithi Prajapati who focused on creating a light and contemporary atmosphere mixed with wood tones and warm touches of India, also features a full bar, chef counter, open kitchen, dining room, and two patios.

Arth Bar + Kitchen will be open every Monday through Sunday from 11:30 am to 10:30 pm. For more information or reservations, please visit www.ArthLA.com or call Arth Bar + Kitchen directly at 424.603.4155.

Please follow Arth Bar + Kitchen on Facebook @arthbarandkitchen and Instagram @arthbarandkitchen

Arth Bar + Kitchen

9531 Culver Boulevard

Culver City, CA 90232

424.603.4155

www.ArthLA.com

HALL ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF 2018 KATHRYN HALL CABERNET SAUVIGNON ON AUGUST 28 DURING HARVEST CELEBRATION

July 17, 2021 by evebushman

ST. HELENA, CALIFORNIA – Napa Valley based HALL Wines, a luxury Cabernet Sauvignon producer, has announced details for its annual Kathryn Hall Harvest Celebration taking place at HALL St. Helena on Saturday, August 28, 2021. The annual event, offering both a VIP Vertical Tasting and a Main Event, coincides with the release of the new vintage of HALL’s flagship wine, Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon. The theme of the event will be “Celebrate the Year You Missed”.

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“We are so excited to be able to hold this event in person this year,” says Vintner Kathryn Hall. “Guests travel from all over to taste the new vintage, and what better way to do that than through a celebration of milestones that people missed last year such as birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and weddings. Wine helps us celebrate those special moments and we look forward to honoring those with the 2018 vintage of Kathryn Hall Cabernet.”

The Kathryn Hall Harvest Celebration marks the public release of the 2018 vintage and will include various celebratory ‘milestone’ stations on The Great Lawn in St. Helena. Food will be included with the ticket price with catering by Tre Posti. Guests will also be able to enjoy live music throughout the event from San Francisco-based band Pop Fiction. Additionally, a VIP Ticket is available for those wanting a deeper dive into the pedigree of the Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon. The VIP Ticket includes a vertical tasting of the 2006, 2009, 2012, 2014, 2017 and 2018 vintages of Kathryn Hall takes place prior to the Main Event.

HALL’s flagship wine, the Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon, is defined by its core of dark, succulent Sacrashe Vineyard fruit located just above the Rutherford Appellation at the top eastern ridge of the Vaca Mountain range in Napa Valley. The wine is characterized by an interplay of elegance and concentration and displays voluptuous, dark berry fruit with notes of crushed lavender.

Since the first vintage was produced in 1996, this wine has been one of the highest rated in HALL’s portfolio, earning 95 scores rated 90 points and above from the industry’s top critics including The Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Vinous. Most notably, the 2008. Additionally, the Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon earned the #2 spot in Wine Spectator’s “Top 100” list in 2011. The wine is named after Kathryn Hall who is most known globally as the former United States Ambassador to Austria. Ambassador Hall is also a New York Times Bestselling author of “A Perfect Score: The Art, Soul & Business of a 21st Century Winery”.

Kathryn Hall Harvest Celebration

Saturday, August 28, 2021

VIP Vertical Tasting – Peterson’s Loft
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $225 per person + includes admission to Main Event

Main Event – The Great Lawn

12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

HALL St. Helena
401 St. Helena Hwy S. St. Helena, CA 94574 707-967-2626

$100 per person

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For more information, please visit www.hallwines.com, follow on social @hallwines

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HALL Family Wines produces high quality Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel under the HALL, WALT and BACA brand monikers. Owned by Craig and Kathryn Hall, the family-owned winery produces artisan wines that express the unique and diverse character of the wine country’s soils and climates through meticulous attention to detail in the vineyards and throughout the winemaking process. The family’s luxury wine portfolio, led by Director of Winemaking Megan Gunderson Paredes, sources fruit from some of the most prominent vineyards up and down the West Coast including eleven Estate vineyards– Sacrashe, Bergfeld, Hardester, Beller, T Bar T Ranch, Atlas Peak, Lamoreaux, Rainin, Dellar-Freidkin, Cook, Bob’s Ranch, Clos Pepe and The Corners. The HALL St. Helena winery was the first LEED® Gold Certified Winery in the State of California in 2009 and earned another LEED® Gold certification for its high-tech production facility and Tasting Room in 2014. Since the inception of HALL in 1995, the three luxury wine brands have earned over 700 ratings of 90 points or above from the industry’s top critics, including four 100- point scores. Visit www.hallwines.com, www.waltwines.com, www.bacawines.com for more information, or call 707-967-2626.

Hotel Citrine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel and Wild Onion Bistro & Bar Bring Vibrant Hospitality Experience to the Heart of Silicon Valley

July 14, 2021 by evebushman

PALO ALTO, Calif., /PRNewswire/ — Hotel Citrine, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, opens doors June 20 in Silicon Valley. Thoughtfully integrating vibrancy and sustainability, Hotel Citrine offers an exceptionally intuitive experience for travelers. With 150 well-appointed, carefully designed soothing, creative and comfortable guest rooms and suites, Hotel Citrine is the perfect elevated enclave with thoughtful touches and modern amenities.

Hotel Citrine joins Tribute Portfolio, part of Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. Tribute Portfolio is a growing global family of characterful, independent hotels drawn together by their passion for captivating design and drive to create vibrant social scenes for guests and locals. The hotel is owned and developed by T2 Hospitality, managed by Evolution Hospitality and located on the same campus AC Hotel Palo Alto, which opened this past spring, also part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio.

Hotel Citrine is located at 750 San Antonio Road, minutes from Stanford University, Shoreline Amphitheatre and Caltrain, 12 minutes from San Jose International Airport and 22 minutes from San Francisco International Airport. It’s convenient location near the world’s most innovative companies, unique restaurants, and outdoor activities makes it the ultimate destination for digital nomads visiting the Bay Area as well as leisure guests looking to experience the best of the Valley.

“We are thrilled for Hotel Citrine to join AC Hotel Palo Alto, completing our Palo Alto campus,” said Alex Lane, Campus General Manager. “We look forward to welcoming locals and visitors alike to Hotel Citrine, giving them a vibrant, design-forward space in which to work, relax and socialize.”

Guestrooms feature sustainable bedding and towels, eco-friendly finishes – cork headboards, terrazzo flooring, rain showers and antique brass fixtures. Deluxe King Rooms and One Bedroom Suites also feature balconies. All rooms and suites offer a 55″ TV with high tech connectivity, wifi access points in each guest room, integrated luggage benches, organic bath products from emerginC. The hotel’s flexible indoor/outdoor spaces offer over 400 square feet of gathering space. The larger meeting room opens to an adjacent 590 square foot patio.

Signature restaurant Wild Onion Bistro & Bar is the perfect neighborhood eatery, offering breakfast, brunch, grab-and-go pastries and coffee by morning, and an all-day bistro menu late into the evenings. Open daily, the restaurant features local ingredients, sourced organically when possible, further uniting the property to the surrounding community as a destination for locals and visitors alike. The restaurant’s vibrant open space and sunny patio is inspired by the essence of California cuisine. Chef Duy Tran’s menu features an eclectic mix of the best seasonal and locally sourced produce, paired with unique handcrafted cocktails and elixirs, local craft beers, and hand-selected local wines. Inventive combinations of flavors will be on display in items such as Avocado and Shishido Tacos, Buffalo Cauliflower, Mushroom Eggplant Bolognese and more hearty dishes including Steak Frites, Roasted Chicken and an American Kobe Burger.

Pandemic Trends Promote Small Producers of Premium Spirits

July 13, 2021 by evebushman

MIAMI/PRNewswire/ — Small spirits producers, such as independent bottler The Perfect Fifth, are set to benefit by taking their produce to the key Californian cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego, as pandemic-driven trends indicate consumers are reaching for the top shelf when selecting lockdown indulgences.

With the pandemic forcing the closure of bars and restaurants across the globe, consumer behaviour has adjusted accordingly in the last year, and this trend looks set to continue. According to research group IWSR Drinks Market Analysis, “premium-and-above spirits are forecasted to increase their global volume market share to 13% by 2024 as consumers continue to favor quality over quantity.” As locked-down consumers seek out more premium products, this may have an unexpected positive impact on smaller producers, who had previously competed with major brands for space on the bar.

One such example is family-run bottler of premium single malt and single grain Scotch whisky The Perfect Fifth, who are taking advantage of the trend to target discerning drinkers in key international markets, including select US cities. In contrast with the larger producers who dominated liquor sales pre-pandemic, releasing their spirits in batches of thousands of bottles, The Perfect Fifth is an independent bottler of single casks of well-matured Scotch whisky. A single cask of whisky typically holds no more than a few hundred bottles, depending on the size of the cask, making every release from this new company an extremely small batch. The company has so far released four limited edition, single cask expressions of premium whisky (price range $850 – $3,000) from top distilleries across Scotland.

“Given the limited nature of our releases, we are releasing our next batch of spirits to select markets, to ensure we can meet anticipated demand,” said COO and Founder Karl Schoen. “San Francisco is widely regarded as a real paradise for lovers of good food and wine, with a plethora of diverse, Michelin-starred restaurants, and Napa Valley and Sonoma County on the doorstep. San Diego is a little-known secret among those who know where to look, as the city harbours some hidden gems of bars and retailers, and we’re thrilled to have our Scotches sitting on their shelves.”

The bottles from The Perfect Fifth’s first release of premium Scotch whiskies are currently stocked in retailers across California: In Los Angeles, stocks include Wally’s, K&L Wines, Cypress Craft Beer & Liquor, Wine Expo Santa Monica, Old Oaks Thousand Oaks, BL#2 Palmdale, Remedy Glendale, Hawaii Supermarket San Gabriel, Wing Hop Phung Arcadia/Monterey Park; stocks in San Francisco include Cask on 3^rd, Ledgers Liquors, The SF Wine Co, The Whisky Shop; stock lists in San Diego include The Bottle House, Keg N Bottle, Sin Lee Food Whole Sale.

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Los Angeles, Orange County, Long Beach & Pasadena Welcome Summer with The Return of BURGER WEEK 2021 for 7/11 – 7/17

July 10, 2021 by evebushman

Los Angeles, CA | Orange County, CA – Coming together for the second time to welcome summer, Los Angeles, Orange County, Long Beach and Pasadena unite for the 2^nd Annual Burger Week, which will be held from Sunday, July 11^th, 2021, through Saturday, July 17^th, 2021!

pasaBosscat Kitchen and Libations – Three Burgers.

The 2^nd Annual Burger Week, produced by the Orange County Restaurant Association was created to encourage diners all throughout the Southland (Los Angeles, Orange County, Long Beach and Pasadena) to celebrate and support SoCal restaurants while enjoying America’s favorite food – the almighty Burger!

“There’s so much to celebrate this summer with the reopening of restaurants to full capacity, so the timing of our annual Burger Week event couldn’t better,” says Pamela Waitt, President of the OC Restaurant Association. “This is a great time for those who have spent the year away from family and friends to make plans to come together for ‘Burgers and Bourbon’ and support their local culinary community.”

The 2^nd Annual Burger Week event will highlight Burgers from local participating restaurants all throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, Long Beach and Pasadena. During this week-long event from Sunday, July 11^th through Saturday, July 17^th, 2021, diners will be able to explore a variety of Burgers, ranging from classic to creative, featuring various proteins including beef, chicken, turkey, mushroom, and plant-based options, on menus priced at $10, $15, $20 and $25. Many restaurants will also feature Cocktails made with Old Forester Bourbon, Ford’s Gin, Herradura Tequila, and Chambord. The restaurants participating in Burger Week, their Menus, and their featured Cocktails will all be highlighted at BurgerWeek.com.

SOME OF THE PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS IN LOS ANGELES AND PASADENA INCLUDE:

Alondra’s Hot Wings, Pizza, Pasta – Multiple Locations

Eureka! – Multiple Locations

George’s Burger Stand – Los Angeles

M Café – Los Angeles

MFK Modern Filipino Kitchen – Bellflower

Mi Piace – Pasadena

Nomad Eatery – El Segundo

Open Face Food Shop – Los Angeles

Paul Martin’s American Grill – El Segundo

Plants + Animals – Eagle Rock

Proudly Serving – Redondo Beach

The Corner Butcher Shop – La Verne

The Raymond 1886 – Pasadena

Wood & Vine – Hollywood

SOME OF THE PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS IN ORANGE COUNTY & LONG BEACH INCLUDE:

17th Street Grill – Tustin

Andrei’s Restaurant – Irvine

Biergarten at Old World – Huntington Beach

Billy’s at the Beach – Newport Beach

Bru Grill & Market – Lake Forest

Burger Daddy – Long Beach

Burgers From Bombay – Irvine

Cambalache – Fountain Valley

Champagnes Bistro & Deli – Newport Beach

Cappy’s Cafe – Newport Beach

Chapter One: the modern local – Santa Ana

El Mercado Modern Cuisine – Santa Ana

Eureka! – Multiple Locations

Falasophy – Irvine

Famous Dave’s BBQ – Irvine

Georgia’s Restaurant – Anaheim & Long Beach

Hangry Belly – Long Beach

Helmsman Ale House – Newport Beach

Hole in the Wall Burger – Lake Forest

Ironwood, Cellar. Craft. Cook. – Laguna Hills

Lido Bottle Works – Newport Beach

Luna Rossa – Tustin

Malarky’s Irish Pub – Newport Beach

Meat Up BBQ – Placentia

MFK MODERN FILIPINO KITCHEN – Bellflower

Muldoon’s Irish Pub – Newport Beach

Olea, Cellar. Craft. Cook. – Newport Beach

Paul Martin’s American Grill – Irvine

Poppy & Seed – Anaheim

Sapphire, Cellar. Craft. Cook. – Laguna Beach

Side Door – Corona del Mar

Slater’s 50/50 – Huntington Beach

Stag Bar + Kitchen – Newport Beach

Stowaway Tiki Bar – Tustin

Strong Water – Anaheim

TAPS Fish House & Brewery – Brea

TAPS Brewery and Barrel Room – Tustin

TAPS Brewery + Kitchen – Yorba Linda

Tavern House kitchen+bar – Newport Beach

The Country Club – Costa Mesa

The Hideaway – Long Beach

The Penalty Box – Garden Grove

The Stache Bar – Long Beach

VBurger – Long Beach

Villa Roma – Laguna Hills

Waterman’s Harbor – Dana Point

Waters Edge Winery – Long Beach

WAVE Gourmet Burgers -Huntington Beach

Whitestone Restaurant & Bar – Dana Point

Wild Goose Tavern – Costa Mesa

Woody’s Wharf – Newport Beach

Sponsors: The 2^ND Annual Burger Week is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors which include Old Forester Bourbon, Ford’s Gin, Herradura Tequila, Chambord, Brandt Beef, Heinz, KFI AM 640’s The Fork Report with Neil Saavedra, Orange Coast Magazine, Los Angeles Times, Greer’s OC, OCfoodies, Moxxe PR and Lawrence Moore & Associates Inc.

General Information: The 2^nd Annual Burger Week will be held from Sunday, July 11^th, 2021, through Saturday, July 18^7h, 2021 throughout Orange County, Los Angeles, Long Beach and Pasadena. To learn more about Burger Week or find out about sponsorship opportunities during Burger Week, please visit BurgerWeek.com. To find out more about the Orange County Restaurant Association, please visit OCRestaurantAssociation.org.

Photo Credits:

Burger Week Burger Photo – Courtesy of Burger Week
Burger Week Trio of Burgers – Courtesy of Burger Week
Foodbeast Burger Photo – Courtesy of Foodbeast
Georgia’s Restaurant Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich – acuna-hansen
Mi Piace Black Label Burger – acuna-hansen
Side Door Burger and Cocktail – Anne Watson Photography
The Raymond 1886 – Fried Chicken Sandwich Studios

Please follow Burger Week on Faceboook @BurgerWeekOfficial and Instagram @burgerweek.official

Santa Ynez Valley wine country has never been closer

July 7, 2021 by evebushman

(SANTA YNEZ VALLEY, Calif.) — For many, a visit to wine country is something they have only dreamed about over the past 15 months. That dream is closer to reality now that leisure travel has largely resumed, and thanks to non-stop service from 11 major markets to the Santa Ynez Valley via the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and Santa Maria Airport.

With lingering uncertainty regarding international travel to popular wine regions such as France, Italy, and New Zealand, a visit to the Santa Ynez Valley — which is home to the majority of Santa Barbara County’s 20,000+ acres of vineyards — is even more enticing. What’s more, with California’s economy fully reopened as of June 15, coupled with abundant health and safety measures still in place throughout the Santa Ynez Valley, traveling safely in the Santa Ynez Valley is second nature.

“Summer is the perfect time to escape to wine country, and the Santa Ynez Valley’s six charming communities, California Central Coast vibe, and convenient access make it the ideal getaway for couples, friends, or families,” said Shelby Sim, President & CEO of Visit the Santa Ynez Valley. “With flight times ranging from 45 minutes to just under five hours gate to gate, and favorable flight times for connecting from other markets, wine lovers can be relaxing and tasting wine in the Santa Ynez Valley sooner than they think.”

Combined, American, United, Alaska, Southwest, and Allegiant operate 171 flights per week into the Santa Barbara and Santa Maria airports, with non-stop service from Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Oakland, Phoenix, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle.

For more information on traveling from Phoenix to the Santa Ynez Valley, or to research attractions, book lodging and activities, and create a custom travel itinerary, visit VisitSYV.com. For the latest updates on travel restrictions, modifications, and operations, please visit Traveling Safely in the Santa Ynez Valley.

About the Santa Ynez Valley:

Barely two hours from Los Angeles and a scenic four-hour drive from San Francisco, the Santa Ynez Valley is home to six distinct towns each with its own culture, vibe, and menu of experiences. Blanketed with fruitful farms and vineyards, the California Central Coast wine region’s temperate weather allows for year-round activities of all sorts, spread throughout the historical communities of Ballard, Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos, Santa Ynez, and Solvang. Destination dining and world-class wines await, accompanied by lodging at every level, all painted into atmospheric backdrops that colorfully mesh Old World and Old West. Visit more than 100 wineries, feast on chef-driven cuisine, and enjoy festive events and design details from Victorian-era to mid-century to modern Danish. For more information, including a listing of wedding venues, restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, and events, go to VisitSYV.com.

Paso Robles’ Allegretto Vineyard Resort Debuts Coastal Flight Tour Package

July 5, 2021 by evebushman

(Paso Robles, Calif.) – The Allegretto Vineyard Resort, the acclaimed 171-room luxury resort in the Paso Robles wine region, is pleased to announce the launch of its ‘Soar the Coast’ package, providing guests with the unique opportunity to experience a scenic flight tour of the spectacular California Coast during a two-night stay at the Tuscan-inspired resort.

Nestled among 20 acres of vineyards, landscaped gardens, and olive and fruit trees, the Allegretto Vineyard Resort embodies the beauty and charm of wine country, beckoning visitors to enjoy the idyllic grounds and amenities of its European-style property. Now, for the first time ever, guests of the resort can experience a slice of the resort’s “la dolce vita” ethos from up above with the debut of their exclusive flight tour package, ‘Soar the Coast.’

Featuring a two-night stay in the Allegretto’s luxurious accommodations, complimentary self-parking, free Wi-Fi and no resort fee, this exclusive package also includes a private flight tour for up to three guests. To make this experience even more memorable, guests will have the luxury of choosing the flight tour option that most interests them: the 50-minute Harris Ranch tour, which flies over the famous Central Coast cattle ranch; the 60-minute Big Sur Scenic Tour, which flies above Lake Nacimiento and the Big Sur Coastline, soaring above iconic sights such as Hearst Castle and the Bixby Bridge; or the 60-minute Best of Central Coast tour, offering the chance to explore Morro Rock, San Simeon, Hearst Castle and Lake Nacimiento from above. Flights are provided by AirDialog and depart from the Paso Robles Airport, conveniently located just five minutes from the resort. “We’re excited to partner with the Allegretto Vineyard Resort to share the beauty around Paso Robles and the stunning California coastline with our guests on our scenic flights. Flying in a private plane at a lower cruising altitude is a memorable way to see iconic landmarks and soak in beautiful scenery,” said Elissa Zavora, AirDialog’s Chief Pilot & Assistant Director Operations.

“The Allegretto was designed to offer guests a tranquil place to stay and feel inspired, whether meandering the resort’s lushly landscaped grounds, exploring the on-site collection of global art and artifacts or relaxing in the 12,000-square-foot courtyard with a glass of estate wine,” says Rich Verruni, General Manager. “Everything about a stay here is meant to evoke a sense of wonder while delighting the senses. Our ‘Soar the Coast’ package is an extension of the Allegretto experience – offering richness and enjoyment, but from the air. It’s certainly a special way to make the most of a visit to the Central Coast and we look forward to sharing this unique opportunity with guests.”

Allegretto’s ‘Soar the Coast’ package is limited to three guests per package for a minimum of two nights. Packages must be booked 10 days prior to arrival, and some blackout dates and night minimums may apply. For more information, visit www.allegrettovineyardresort.com/specials/sip-soar.

ABOUT THE ALLEGRETTO VINEYARD RESORT

At the Allegretto Vineyard Resort, discoveries never end. Offering guests exceptional spaces, experiences, services and amenities along the path of their life’s journey, the Allegretto is inspired by wine country and European hospitality, evoking an Italian vineyard estate on 20 acres of vineyards and fruit-bearing orchards on Paso Robles’ idyllic east side. The property is a world unto itself with 171 guest rooms and suites, locally farmed and foraged cuisine, a wine bar featuring the resort’s own private wine label among many others, full-service boutique spa, pool and cabanas, manicured gardens, walking paths, French-inspired Abbey, hundreds of antiques, a 12,000-square-foot piazza and inspired vignettes that invoke that luxury, warmth, and beauty of the good life. The Allegretto Vineyard Resort is located at 2700 Buena Vista Drive in Paso Robles, California, 93446.

The Award-Winning Lost Explorer Mezcal Brand Expands Distribution Presence in U.S.

June 28, 2021 by evebushman

OAXACA, Mexico/PRNewswire/ — The Lost Explorer Mezcal, an award-winning, sustainably crafted and Oaxacan-cultivated mezcal, announces expanded distribution across the U.S. by partnering with Infuse Spirits Group. Infuse has built a strong distribution network spanning 34 states for their unique single-bottle infused vodkas and unapologetically non-traditional Broken Barrel Whiskey brands. As a part of the agreement, Infuse Spirits Group will lead U.S. sales for The Lost Explorer Mezcal, making inroads in 12 markets by the end of 2021.

Seth Benhaim, founder of Infuse Spirits Group says, “Working with The Lost Explorer Mezcal will open many doors for all brands involved. The undeniable popularity of Mezcal and the unique profile, quality and packaging of The Lost Explorer are perfect compliments to the vodka and whiskey brands we currently sell. There are so many great synergies between our two teams.”

Launched at the end of 2020, The Lost Explorer Mezcal most recently received Double Gold (Salmiana), Gold (Espadin) and Silver (Tobala) recognition from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the most established and influential spirits competition in the world. The brand was also named Taste Master, the prestigious accolade of the best of the best across the tequila and mezcal category, in a competition hosted by The Spirits Business.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Infuse Sprits Group to bring The Lost Explorer Mezcal to even more consumers across the country,” said The Lost Explorer Mezcal CEO Tanya Clarke. “As a new brand entering the growing Mezcal market and gaining recognition quickly, this partnership puts our sustainably-crafted and Oaxacan made Mezcal on the fast track for growth.”

In addition to its direct-to-consumer platform, The Lost Explorer Mezcal is now listed with a variety of e-commerce partners including Caskers.com, ReserveBar and Mercado de Mezcal. The Lost Explorer Mezcal is also available in high-end retailers, restaurants and bar locations throughout California, including Gracias Madre, The Peninsula Hotel, Old Town Tequila and Beverly Hills Liquor & Wine.

The Mezcal is now available in Mexico, the UK and US, and was created in partnership with award-winning Maestro Mezcalero Don Fortino Ramos and his daughter Xitlali as a premier, earth-centric spirit. For more information on The Lost Explorer Mezcal, visit www.thelostexplorermezcal.com or follow their journey on Instagram @thelostexplorermezcal.

ABOUT THE LOST EXPLORER MEZCAL
Handcrafted from 100% agave cultivated in the sun-soaked Valles Centrales, Oaxaca, Mexico, The Lost Explorer Mezcal is co-founded by David de Rothschild and Thor Björgólfsson, and created in partnership with award-winning Maestro Mezcalero Don Fortino Ramos and his daughter Xitlali. It is a toast to empowering sustainable Mexican enterprise, while protecting the ancient artisanal craft, heritage, and biodiversity of Mexico. Harvested in harmony with the elements and in tune with the rhythm of nature, the three uniquely profiled varietals – Espadín, Tobalá, and Salmiana – invite people to celebrate the earth and live curiously, exploring the diversity and wonder of the sacred agave.

ABOUT INFUSE SPIRITS GROUP
Infuse Spirits Group [ISG] is based in Los Angeles, California but produces its one-of-a-kind vodkas in North Las Vegas, Nevada and its small batch craft whiskeys in Owensboro, Kentucky. ISG is unlike any other spirits company in the industry, focusing its attention on the diversification and process behind spirits, rather than just the provenance of spirits. In addition to the six current vodka expressions, its Broken Barrel whiskey brands each feature a unique Oak Bill™, which like the “mash bill” describes the barrel stave composition that finishes each whiskey batch. All Broken Barrel whiskeys are finished with various broken cask staves, steeped into the whiskey. ISG’s portfolio is made with passion and purpose and is currently sold in 34 states throughout the U.S. ISG’s brands have received over 70 awards in the past seven years including (3) Double Gold Medals & Best-of-Show at the San Francisco & New York World Spirits Competition.