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2011 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards Nominees Announced
The nominees for the 2011 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards have been announced, and once again the Los Angeles cocktail banner is being carried by The Varnish (nominated for Best American Cocktail Bar) and its co-owner, Eric Alperin (American Bartender of the Year). New York’s Employees Only leads the field this year with nominations for Best American Cocktail Bar, World’s Best Drink Selection, and World’s Best Cocktail Bar.
Read MoreJune 15: ¡Viva Sangrita! ¡Viva Tequila Ocho! at The Edison
Tequila Ocho and The Bon Vivants have teamed up to launch a nationwide sangrita competition, asking bartenders to create original sangritas to pair with one of the three current Tequila Ocho releases.
Read MoreRaising Funds for Veterans with a Few of Our Favorite Things: Cars, Bars & Cigars
Today is Memorial Day, a perfect time to introduce Akilah Kamaria, a former Marine with a passion for spirits and cigars, and a commitment to raising funds for veterans.
Read MoreSpirit Journal Hall of Fame Inductees Announced, George T. Stagg Named Top Spirit in the World
F. Paul Pacult and Sue Woodley have named five inductees to the Spirit Journal Hall of Fame, and selected George T. Stagg as the Top Spirit in the World.
Read MoreFood & Wine Cocktails 2011: Twelve Los Angeles Bars in the Top 100 American Bars
Los Angeles cocktail culture makes a strong showing in Food & Wine Cocktails 2011, which arrived in stores in May and features 130-plus cocktail recipes, over 20 party food recipes, a mixology handbook, and a directory of the Top 100 American Bars.
Read MoreThe Spare Room Nominated for 2011 AIA|LA Restaurant Design Awards
The Los Angeles chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA|LA) has announced the nominees for the 7th Annual AIA|LA Restaurant Design Awards, including The Spare Room, Lukshon and Pitfire Pizza.
Read MoreMay 28: K&L Presents Heaven Hill Distilleries Tasting at Wood & Vine
On Saturday, May 28th, K&L Wine Merchants presents a special tasting event, featuring the whiskies of Heaven Hill Distilleries. Andie Brokaw will lead guests through a tasting of legendary Master Distiller Parker Beam’s acclaimed whiskies, including the Parker’s Heritage 27 Year Old Small Batch Bourbon and the Rittenhouse Very Rare 25 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey.
Read MoreJune 6: Chaya Downtown Launches Second Annual Japanese Beer Garden
On Monday, June 6th, Chaya Downtown Los Angeles is launching its Second Annual Japanese Beer Garden, taking place on the restaurant’s outdoor patio through Friday, September 2nd. Chef de Cuisine Kazuya Matsuoka’s special menu will be offered all summer, every Monday through Friday from 5pm to close.
Read MoreMay 25: Fig & Olive Melrose Place Launches Daily Aperitivo Menu
Beginning Wednesday, May 25th, guests of Fig & Olive Melrose Place can enjoy the European pre-dinner tradition of stimulating their appetites with the restaurant’s new Aperitivo menu, featuring craft cocktails, wine, and imported beer paired with complimentary hors d’oeuvres.
Read MoreWorld Cocktail Day & 2-Year Blogiversary: Classics, and Brugal, and Zwack! Oh, My!
Last week, a special dual celebration took place at Caña Rum Bar: World Cocktail Day and Thirsty in LA’s Two-Year Blogiversary. Thanks to the efforts of Caña GM Allan Katz, it was also a fundraiser for the Museum of the American Cocktail, one of a handful of officially sanctioned events that took place around the world.
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