By thirstyinla, on October 27, 2009
On November 10, James Beard award winner Roy Yamaguchi and the legendary House of Moët & Chandon are inviting foodies and bubble lovers alike to experience a singular dining event that showcases the delicious possibilities of pairing sushi and champagne.
The Perfect Pairing: A Decadent Champagne & Sushi Dinner will take place at all mainland locations of [...]
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By thirstyinla, on October 21, 2009
On Saturday, October 24th, the fourth installment of the ERA series of bi-monthly events will take place at Campanile. The upscale, 1920′s themed parties were previously held at downtown’s historic Oviatt Building, until the need for a larger venue brought ERA to the acclaimed restaurant on La [...]
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By thirstyinla, on October 19, 2009

On Nov. 5 and 6, The Peninsula Beverly Hills is hosting a four-course Joseph Phelps Vineyards Wine Dinner, where diners will be able to meet Kathleen Dirickson (the winery’s National Manager) as well as taste several Joseph Phelps wines paired to a fall menu prepared by Peninsula [...]
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By thirstyinla, on October 12, 2009
On Monday, October 19, Chef Eric Greenspan is hosting The James Beard Foundation L.A. Chef Invitational, an evening of fine dining and cocktails at his acclaimed restaurant The Foundry on Melrose. The event will feature passed hors d’oeuvres and a 5-course dinner prepared by Greenspan and guest chefs from Southern California. To pair with the food, specialty [...]
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By thirstyinla, on October 6, 2009

There are many issues on the public’s minds these days: health care, the economy, Afghanistan. But really, these topics pale in comparison to the truly important question of our time: bourbon or scotch whisky?
The Great Whisk(e)y Debate aims to settle this argument (or perhaps start a bunch [...]
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By thirstyinla, on October 6, 2009
Elwood Blues. Dr. Raymond Stantz. Louis Winthorpe III. Beldar. Most actors would kill for any one of those roles, but Dan Aykroyd played them all. From his years as a founding cast member of Saturday Night Live, to his iconic movie roles, Dan has few peers when it comes to comedy. His writing skills and gift [...]
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