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April 16 & 17: Artisanal LA Spring Show 2011
Artisanal LA returns for the Spring 2011 edition of its two-day showcase of the city’s finest local, sustainable and handmade edibles.
Read MoreRivera Springs into the Season with a New Cocktail Menu
Last night, Julian Cox was back behind the bar at Rivera, the Modern Latin restaurant where he garnered the acclaim that led to his recognition as a 2010 Rising Star Mixologist. His return to Rivera was to celebrate the debut of his new spring cocktails with a Late Night Menu Launch.
Read More2011 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Winners Announced, Del Maguey Named Distiller of the Year
Winners for the 11th annual San Francisco World Spirits Competition have been announced. Top winners include Del Maguey for Distiller of the Year, Gemini Spirits & Wines for Importer of the Year, and Pernod Ricard USA for the Director’s Award.
Read MoreAlex Straus Debuts Spring Cocktail Menu at Hemingway’s Lounge
Bartender Alex Straus has unveiled his Spring Cocktail Menu for Hemingway’s Lounge in Hollywood. To introduce the new drinks, Straus hosted a tasting of the spring menu and graciously shared his cocktail recipes.
Read MoreCharles Munat, Left Coast Libations Originator, Needs Our Help
Charles Munat, originator of Left Coast Libations and Tales of the Cocktail Webmaster, was recently the victim of a professional robbery in broad daylight on the streets of Buenos Aires. The thieves made off with his laptop and all his drives, leaving him without a means to make his living. Here’s what you can do to help.
Read MoreWhen Scotland Met France: Limited Edition Chivas Regal 18 Year by Christian Lacroix
Chivas Regal and Christian Lacroix are collaborating once again and releasing a limited edition bottle of the Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Scotch Whisky. The Lacroix-designed Chivas 18-Year is limited to 3000 bottles worldwide, with only 100 available in the United States. The Lacroix Chivas 18 will be available at select retailers beginning in June 2011 at the suggested retail price of $495.
Read MoreMichael’s Launches Farm to Glass Menu with Cocktails by Jason Robey
Jason Robey has created a Farm-to-Glass Mixology Program at Michael’s in Santa Monica. Robey’s cocktails will feature seasonal herbs and fruits grown on Michael’s new rooftop garden, along with fresh produce from the nearby Santa Monica Farmers’ Market.
Read MoreThat’s Amaro: Julian Cox Creates the Opening Cocktails for Sotto
Julian Cox is creating a cocktail menu that showcases the Italian herbal liqueurs known as amari for Sotto, which features a market-driven menu of regionally-inspired Southern Italian dishes.
Read MoreApril 2: Rum Grand Tasting at Caña Rum Bar
On Saturday, April 2nd, Liquor.com presents a Rum Grand Tasting at Caña Rum Bar, hosted by Caña GM Allan Katz and bartender Danielle Crouch. The $65 ticket includes an overview of rum, a guided rum tasting, and rum-based cocktails.
Read MoreProprietors LLC Shake and Stir a New Cocktail Menu for Rosa Mexicano
David Kaplan and Alex Day of Proprietors LLC have created an exclusive cocktail menu for Rosa Mexicano, the upscale Mexican restaurant chain.
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