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Ten Moments from Ten Years of Thirsty in LA

By thirstyinla On May 13, 2019 · Add Comment · In Interviews, Stories
Read on for ten of the best L.A. moments from ten years of Thirsty in LA.
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The Fiscal Agent opening team: Dave Kupchinsky, Kristina Howald, Julian Cox, Nick Meyer

Last Call for Julian Cox in Los Angeles

By thirstyinla On February 4, 2016 · 1 Comment · In Interviews, Stories
Last weekend, the Los Angeles bar community said bon voyage to two incomparable bartenders: Julian Cox and Kristina Howald.
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Joyous Marsh cocktail at General Lee's

Christopher Day Creates Elemental Cocktails at General Lee’s

By thirstyinla On August 2, 2015 · 1 Comment · In Interviews, Stories, Tastings
"Penetrating Wind" and "Illuminating Fire" may sound like kung fu techniques from a classic Shaw Brothers movie, but in fact they’re cocktails on Christopher Day's new menu at General Lee’s.
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Thirsty in Seattle: Battle of the Sexes at Liberty Bar

By thirstyinla On December 22, 2013 · Add Comment · In Events, Reviews
Just before the 2013 edition of Portland Cocktail Week, eight of LA’s top bartenders stepped behind the stick for an epic Battle of the Sexes at Liberty Bar in Seattle.
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Tiki Tuesdays at La Descarga

Tiki Nights Times Two in Los Angeles

By thirstyinla On April 21, 2013 · 1 Comment · In Events
La Descarga and The Spare Room are carrying the LA tiki torch by featuring a stellar lineup of guest bartenders throughout the Endless Summer.
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Christopher Day at Cole's

Christopher Day Wins 4th Annual Jimmy Barella Bartending Competition

By thirstyinla On December 11, 2012 · 1 Comment · In Events
On the eve of Repeal Day, Christopher Day wins the 4th Annual Jimmy Barella Bartending Competition at Cole's with a two-part, deconstructed cocktail.
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Let’s Get This Party Started: Playa Opens February 11

By thirstyinla On February 9, 2011 · 4 Comments · In Events, Openings, Reviews
Anticipation is hitting a fever pitch for Playa, the new venture from Rivera chef John Sedlar opening Friday, February 11th. Foodies are salivating at the prospect of exploring Sedlar’s “Urban Latin Cuisine,” while cocktail enthusiasts are ready to sip the latest creations from acclaimed mixologist Julian Cox.
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    The calendar says that fall is almost here, but yo The calendar says that fall is almost here, but you can keep the “Endless Summer” going with the Angeleno Spritz from @venturaspirits! Inspired by the Aperol Spritz, this RTD cocktail with a SoCal vibe is a lighter, brighter take on the Italian classic. 🍊🍋🍾 @conspiritor.us says: “With the citrus burst of @amaroangeleno as its base, brightened up with soda water and a hint of grapefruit, this sparkling canned cocktail is an incredibly easy-drinking option for a sunny day outdoors.” 🌞 😎 🏖 The Angeleno Spritz is available in 6-packs (x 200ml / 7.5% ABV) via the Ventura Spirits website, and at select retail stores like @barkeepersilverlake and @hiloliquor. Cheers! #thirstyinla #angelenospritz #venturaspirits
    A Golden Negroni at Golden Hour 🌅 1:1:1 gin, bl A Golden Negroni at Golden Hour 🌅 1:1:1 gin, blanc vermouth, @amaroangeleno 🙏 @conspiritor.us for the @venturaspirits kit - next up, the Angeleno Spritz! #thirstyinla #negroniweek #imbibegram
    It’s Friday of #negroniweek and it’s #national It’s Friday of #negroniweek and it’s #nationalcheeseburgerday - there’s no better place to celebrate than @bigbaralcove! Today is last call for the N.A.B. special - @sipsmith Negroni + Big Bar 🍔 for $25. (🙏 @lucyellissips!) Also available is the Boo Radler - enjoy it on the Big Bar patio or at home with the “Boo for Two.” The to-go kit includes a keepsake @martini Bitter bottle with two servings of the Boo Radler base, a lime, and a can of @stieglusa Grapefruit Radler. Proceeds from both specials will benefit @blmlosangeles! 🙌 #thirstyinla #friyay 📸 Boo Radler by @eugeneshoots
    And then all was right in the world... for an hour And then all was right in the world... for an hour, anyway. @philippetheog is open daily for al fresco dining on the covered patio, takeout and delivery! #thirstyinla #philippes #discoverla #dtla
    Mi hermano en cócteles, Dave Stolte has launched Mi hermano en cócteles, Dave Stolte has launched the @kickstarter for the 3rd edition of his acclaimed “Home Bar Basics (and Not-So-Basics)”! I have the previous two editions, and this one is shaping up to be the best yet. If you have the resources, backing Dave’s campaign at any tier is a must for cocktail pros and home enthusiasts alike! 🍸📖 #thirstyinla #imbibegram #drinkpunch #cocktailbook #Repost @davestolte . . . The new third edition of my book “Home Bar Basics (and Not-So-Basics)” is now on Kickstarter. I’ve enlisted the know-how of award-winning bartender @jasondanielschiffer to help hone the content, and we’ve assembled over 200 recipes into four families: Slings & Sours, Grogs & Nogs. Click through the link in my bio for all the details, and to support the project. And if you’re interested in the topic, be sure to follow my other account @homebarbasics ❤️ . #homebarbasics #homebartender #homebar #homebarbasicsandnotsobasics #cocktails #drinks #recipes #cooking #entertainingathome #whiskey #rum #gin #tequila #mezcal #diy #bookstagram #booklover #kickstarter #kickstartercampaign
    Much love to all the volunteers from this LA Commu Much love to all the volunteers from this LA Community Organizer! 🙏 #thirstyinla #negroniweek #Repost @t.h.i.r.s.t.trust . . . TODAY IS THE DAY!! We’re excited to partner with over 100 volunteers for today’s #camparidayofservice to raise awareness on business interruption insurance. We know this insurance can mean the survival of our industry, and we don’t want to let bars get 86’d. To join our team and help #savehospitality, sign up via link in bio. #thirstgroup
    @kingcocktl dedicates “The New Craft of the Cock @kingcocktl dedicates “The New Craft of the Cocktail” to the late, great @gazregan, who “taught the cocktailian community to change the world for the better, one customer at a time.” 🙏 In addition to 100 all-new cocktail recipes, the major update of this seminal cocktail book includes Dale’s recommendations for ingredients throughout the 500 recipes - many of these products didn’t exist when “The Craft of the Cocktail” was first published in 2002. Case in point is the Negroni recipe - a mix of classic and modern: 1 oz each of @campariusa, @martini sweet vermouth, and @fordsgin. “The New Craft of the Cocktail” will be published by @clarksonpotter on Sept. 22. Happy #negroniweek everyone! #thirstyinla
    Available for pickup at @eatwinsome in Playa Vista Available for pickup at @eatwinsome in Playa Vista, or delivery for orders of 6+ cans! 🙌 #thirstyinla #nouswithoutyou #negroniweek #Repost @lalovingcup . . . In this upside down year Negroni Week starts this coming Monday. Since no local LA charities were included in the list we decided a portion of our proceeds from cans sold will benefit @nouswithoutyou because of the incredible work they’re doing keeping undocumented restaurant workers fed. My offering to you is a sparkling Negroni + Coke , crushable from the can or tasty AF with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a float. Get your orders in @eatwinsome and let’s keep supporting our most vital industry workers !!! #negroniandcoke #cannedcocktails #cocktailstogo #mexicancoke #campari #negroni #negroniweek2020
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