By thirstyinla, on May 11, 2012

With its sun-splashed patio and colorful decor, Roy Choi’s Sunny Spot is tailor-made for a fantastic weekend brunch. Several months after its opening, the Venice restaurant is at last debuting a new Brunch Menu. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on May 3, 2012
It’s a cosmic confluence that was surely foretold by the Aztecs: Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby fall on the same day this year. In another case of synchronicity, Dave Stolte (Home Bar Basics) and Chris Bostick (The Varnish) made Margaritas and Mint Juleps (and a lot of other cocktails) at [...]
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By thirstyinla, on April 20, 2012

Sadie Kitchen & Lounge hosted a multi-course tasting that paired Giovanni Martinez’s cocktails with dishes from Mark Gold’s new spring menu. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on April 15, 2012

On April 16th, Cecconi’s West Hollywood debuts the new spring cocktails from Chris Ojeda, Creative Bar Director for Soho House. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on April 13, 2012

Eveleigh’s Guest Bartender Series Round 4 launches on Monday, April 16th, featuring the dynamic duo of Rich Andreoli and Mia Sarazen, sponsored by Tequila Ocho. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on April 6, 2012

After an extended buildout that continued to generate anticipation over the last several months, Pour Vous is now open. Steve Livigni and Pablo Moix head an all-star team that includes bar manager Dave Fernie, Adrian Biggs, Devon Espinosa and Lindsay Nader. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on March 27, 2012

On Wednesday, March 28th, Drago Centro celebrates the launch of its Spring Cocktail Menu with drink specials on all of the new libations for one night only. The signature drinks, which are normally $12, will be specially priced at $8. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on March 10, 2012
Mixology 101 at Planet Dailies has opened in the Original Farmers Market, featuring cocktails created by Salvatore Calabrese and head bartender Joseph Brooke. [...]
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By thirstyinla, on February 17, 2012

With wisps of lingering smoke greeting you with each sip, the warmth from the whiskey and mildly bittersweet finish, you’ll want to curl up with The Smoking Jacket and stick around 1886 for a while. [...]
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