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July 13: Radio Room at the Edison Celebrates Manhattan

On Tuesday, July 13, the Edison will be in a New York state of mind when it celebrates the upcoming launch of the Edison New York with its latest Radio Room, featuring guest mixologists Michael Neff, Kenneth McCoy and Abdul Tabini of Ward III in Tribeca. The trio of owners/bartenders have garnered acclaim [...]

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Power to The People’s Cocktail at Drago Centro

Depending on where you were in Los Angeles last Wednesday, you weren’t very far from a great cocktail event, whether it was the Whiskey Social at Wilshire on the Westside or a three-course tequila pairing dinner at Malo in Silver Lake. But for sheer variety of cocktails to choose from, it was [...]

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From Tlacolula with Love: Ilegal Mezcal Launch Party at Las Perlas

With its ancient distilling methods and complex, earthy flavor profile, mezcal has captured the hearts and palates of a growing number of admirers with every sip. Founded in 2007 and now available in the U.S., Ilegal Mezcal was introduced last month to an eager group of mezcal enthusiasts at Las Perlas. [...]

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Villains Tavern Opening Soon in Downtown LA’s Arts District

The thriving downtown LA cocktail scene continues to expand with Villains Tavern, scheduled to open this month in the Arts District. Villains will serve handcrafted cocktails made with squeezed-to-order fresh juices, over two dozen draft beers, and an eclectic, adventurous wine [...]

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The Edison Happy Hour Returns with the 35 Cent Martini and the Centennial Cocktail

Summertime and the drinking is easy at The Edison, which is bringing back its popular Happy Hour specials beginning Wednesday, June 23rd. Foremost among the bargains is the deal that started it all: The 35 Cent Martini, as well as Friday’s [...]

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June 27-28: The Pátron Tequila Epicurean Express Arrives in LA

The Pátron Tequila Epicurean Express | Photo: St. Bernard Project

On June 27-28, St. Bernard Project (SBP) invites Angelenos to board the Patrón Tequila Epicurean Express, enjoy gourmet cuisine and cocktails, and raise funds to assist the fishing community and other residents impacted by the [...]

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The Varnish and Las Perlas Finalists for 2010 AIA Restaurant Design Awards

The finalists for the 2010 AIA|LA Restaurant Design Awards (RDA) have been announced, and two of the three nominees in the Bar/Lounge category come from LA’s 213 Ventures: The Varnish and Las Perlas. [...]

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Balblair Single Malt Scotch - US Launch

A couple of weeks ago, Balblair Single Malt Scotch hosted an exclusive event in the Generator Room of the Edison to celebrate its U.S. launch. I was in New York that night, so filling in for me was Dylan of Eat Drink & Be Merry.

Following are Dylan’s words and pictures from the [...]

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Themed Cocktail Hours at First and Hope

Tonight, May 25, First & Hope Downtown Supper Club debuts its Themed Cocktail Hours, which take place Tuesday through Friday from 5-7pm. Each cocktail hour will feature different food and drink specials, based on that day’s theme.

Here are the details:

COCKTAIL HOUR – 5PM TO [...]

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May 25: Radio Room at the Edison

Since its relaunch in February 2009, the Radio Room at the Edison has hosted guest mixologists from top bars such as Bourbon & Branch, Death & Co., Milk & Honey, Drink, Heaven’s Dog, Clyde Common, Cure, and Rickhouse. The most recent edition of the Radio Room welcomed Simon Ford (Pernod Ricard, London & NYC), [...]

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