September 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…

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All Roads Lead to Classic & Vintage Spirits

As the global cocktail renaissance marches on, mixologists and cocktail enthusiasts continue to utilize the highest quality spirits to anchor classic cocktails and new school creations alike. Founded by Domaine Select Wine Estates (DSWE) in 2009, Classic & Vintage Artisanal Spirits gathers many of these boutique spirits into a single impressive portfolio. Several of these…

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All the Booze That’s Fit to Print – February 2010

~ An occasional roundup of L.A. cocktail culture in various media. Just in time for Super Bowl Sunday, LA Times Magazine featured recipes for four classic tiki cocktails, “reimagined for a new generation.” Love the retro-style artwork, too. On February 11, an LA Times Food article included a profile of Modern Spirits (TRU Vodka, found…

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