Matthew Biancaniello

January 31: Culinary Cocktail Seminar with Matthew Biancaniello

January 23, 2013

On Thursday, January 31st, a lucky group of cocktail aficionados will have the unique opportunity to learn about Biancaniello’s techniques at a Culinary Cocktail Seminar taking place at K&L Wines Hollywood.

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Duggan McDonnell & Lindsay Nader

Encanto Pisco Launches Second Annual Search for the Distiller’s Apprentice

January 8, 2013

The award-winning Campo de Encanto Pisco has launched its Second Annual Search for the Distiller’s Apprentice. From March 16-24, 2013, the chosen bartenders will travel to Pisco, Peru and be fully immersed in the production of Encanto Pisco.

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Brent Falco at Cole's

A Conversation with Cole’s Bar Manager Brent Falco

December 27, 2012

If you haven’t been to Cole’s lately, or if you’ve never had a drink at the oldest public house in Los Angeles, there’s never been a better time to head downtown and belly up to the Red Car Bar.

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Boxing Day Social 2012

December 26: 2nd Annual Boxing Day Social at The Spare Room

December 21, 2012

On Wednesday, December 26th, The Spare Room is hosting the 2nd Annual Boxing Day Social, featuring the Bartenders with Bartabs Auction. Proceeds from the event benefit the Hospitality Kitchen in downtown LA.

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The Macallan - The Skyline presentation box at £10

The Art of the Bottle: Campari and The Macallan Limited Editions

December 17, 2012

For imbibers with an eye for art, history and design, as well as anyone who loves to acquire limited editions and collectibles, it’s the season for hunting down unique bottles and digging into deep pockets.

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LA Hearts NY Raises $5000 for USBGNY Sandy Relief

December 12, 2012

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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Christopher Day at Cole's

Christopher Day Wins 4th Annual Jimmy Barella Bartending Competition

December 11, 2012

On the eve of Repeal Day, Christopher Day wins the 4th Annual Jimmy Barella Bartending Competition at Cole’s with a two-part, deconstructed cocktail.

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Black Leaf at Drago Centro

Drago Centro Winter Cocktails: Jaymee Mandeville’s Best Menu Yet

December 9, 2012

With her new winter cocktails, Jaymee Mandeville’s ambition is matched with a confidence that results in the best cocktail menu since she assumed the reins at the Drago Centro bar.

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Death of the 18th Amendment by 1933 Group

Party Like It’s 1933: Repeal Day Events in Los Angeles

December 2, 2012

Repeal Day is celebrated every December 5th to honor the repeal of the 18th Amendment, which ended Prohibition. Bars across Los Angeles are featuring drink specials and events to help you party like it’s 1933.

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Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing: Brunch on the Coolest Block in America

December 1, 2012

Brunch at Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing, featuring a Southern-inspired menu by Executive Chef Kevin Kathman and cocktails by Daniel Nelson of the Writer’s Room.

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