Posts Tagged ‘downtown LA’
Red Rover Throwback: A Seven Grand Reunion
Once upon a time, they were the opening crew at Seven Grand: Aidan Demarest, John Coltharp, Marcos Tello, Dave Whitton and Damian Windsor. As key figures in the rebirth of the thriving Los Angeles cocktail scene, they’re regarded as some of the most influential barmen in the country. Throughout the city, you’ll find their cocktails…
Read MoreSeptember 7-12: A Mysterious Week of Giveaways at First & Hope
If you like surprise giveaways, handcrafted cocktails and Southern-inspired cuisine, then be sure to visit First & Hope between September 7th and September 12th for Mystery Week. Stop by the downtown supper club for lunch or dinner, use the keyword “MYSTERY,” and you’ll get a sealed envelope that is guaranteed to contain a prize, such…
Read MoreChoose Your Weapon: Sampling the New Cocktails at Caña Rum Bar
Although President Obama’s recent fundraising visit to Los Angeles caused a traffic nightmare for thousands of rush hour commuters, in other parts of the city drivers had no problem reaching their destinations. Thanks to a nearly deserted 10 Freeway, I arrived in downtown in record time for the Caña cocktail menu launch party, a celebration…
Read MoreCaña Happy Hour Debuts New Tropicalia Cocktail Specials
Caña General Manager Allan Katz has launched new Happy Hour specials for the downtown rum bar, expanding the cocktail club’s La Hora de Oro menu to include ten handcrafted Tropicalia Cocktails for $6 each and its Punch Service for Four, priced at $40. La Hora de Oro takes place all night on Tuesday, and from 6pm to…
Read MoreJuly 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 for their…
Read MorePower 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 hard to beat…
Read MoreFrom 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.
Read MoreVillains 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 list. Located at the corner of Palmetto Street and Santa Fe Avenue, Villains adds…
Read MoreThe 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 $1 Centennial Cocktail, created in honor of the 100th birthday of the Higgins Building.…
Read MoreJune 27-28: The Pátron Tequila Epicurean Express Arrives in LA
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 Gulf oil disaster. The Epicurean Express is a restored 1927 rail car (it reportedly inspired the House of Blues Foundation…
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