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François Vera: From Curitiba to Pour Vous

By thirstyinla On January 19, 2014 · 3 Comments · In Interviews, Stories
Pour Vous bar manager, François Vera has helped open some of the best bars in Los Angeles, quietly making an impact on the city's thriving cocktail scene.
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Eric Alperin at The Varnish

2013 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards Finalists Announced

By thirstyinla On June 2, 2013 · Add Comment · In Books, Events, Products
The Top Four Finalists have been announced for the 7th Annual Spirited Awards, taking place on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at the 11th annual Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans.
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Negroni Week: May 27 – June 3

By thirstyinla On May 27, 2013 · Add Comment · In Events
From May 27 to June 3, Los Angeles bars participating in Negroni Week are featuring a Negroni or a variation, with proceeds going to a local charity.
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Karen Grill & Chris Amirault

April 29: LA Hearts Boston at Harvard & Stone

By thirstyinla On April 25, 2013 · 1 Comment · In Events
As it did in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, the Los Angeles hospitality community is stepping up once again to help a city in need.
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Dushan Zaric in the R&D Bar at Harvard & Stone

All Roads Lead to Los Angeles

By thirstyinla On March 27, 2013 · 8 Comments · In Events, Interviews, Stories
An influx of bartenders, brand ambassadors and bar owners is helping to accelerate LA’s growth as a world class cocktail city and industry hub.
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Niki Lindgren at The Varnish

The Varnish Celebrates 4 Years, Harvard & Stone 2-Year Anniversary, Big Bar on Fire

By thirstyinla On February 22, 2013 · 1 Comment · In Events
From anniversary events at The Varnish and Harvard & Stone, to the latest edition of Novo Fogo’s Bars on Fire, the week of February 24th is going to be a busy one.
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LA Hearts NY Raises $5000 for USBGNY Sandy Relief

By thirstyinla On December 12, 2012 · 2 Comments · In Events
LA Hearts NY raises $5000 for the New York chapter of the United States Bartender’s Guild (USBGNY) to support Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.
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LA Hearts NY

November 20: LA Hearts NY – Fundraiser for Sandy Relief

By thirstyinla On November 14, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
LA Hearts NY is taking place on Tuesday, November 20th in the R&D Bar at Harvard & Stone. Cari Hah and Jaymee Mandeville will feature their Lil’ Twisted Sangrita pop-up, followed by the dynamic duo of Zahra Bates and Mia Sarazen. Proceeds benefit USBGNY.
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Eveleigh Guest Bartender Series Round 9

November 12: Eveleigh, Harvard & Stone, The Famous

By thirstyinla On November 8, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
Hope you’ve been doing your liver stretches, friends. Monday, November 12th is going to be a busy night if you plan on checking out the great events that are happening at Eveleigh, Harvard & Stone and The Famous.
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Simon Ford & Charles Maxwell - The 86 Company

October 15: The 86 Company Launch Party at Harvard & Stone

By thirstyinla On October 6, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
On Monday, October 15th, Simon Ford and Dushan Zaric will be behind the stick for The 86 Company Launch Party, taking place in the R&D Bar at Harvard & Stone. The event will showcase The 86 Company’s Fords Gin, Caña Brava Rum and Aylesbury Duck Vodka.
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