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Daniel Zacharczuk at Bibo Ergo Sum

Six Degrees of Daniel Zacharczuk

By thirstyinla On January 14, 2019 · 1 Comment · In Interviews, Stories
Bibo Ergo Sum GM Daniel Zacharczuk has quietly helped open some of the best bars in Los Angeles over the last decade.
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Truffle Shuffle at The Corner Door

Beau du Bois Does the Truffle Shuffle at Corner Door

By thirstyinla On May 31, 2016 · Add Comment · In Interviews, Stories
Beau du Bois talks about his favorite L.A. bartenders, an unforgettable trip to Oaxaca, and his latest Corner Door menu, featuring cocktails inspired by "The Goonies."
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The Fiscal Agent opening team: Dave Kupchinsky, Kristina Howald, Julian Cox, Nick Meyer

Last Call for Julian Cox in Los Angeles

By thirstyinla On February 4, 2016 · 1 Comment · In Interviews, Stories
Last weekend, the Los Angeles bar community said bon voyage to two incomparable bartenders: Julian Cox and Kristina Howald.
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All the Booze That’s Fit to Print: The Best Cocktail Books of 2013

By thirstyinla On December 15, 2013 · 3 Comments · In Books, Reviews
Whether you’re a cocktail newbie or a veteran drink slinger, you’re sure to find something of interest in this list of the best cocktail books of 2013.
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Blood Sugar Sex Magic - Rivera

September 12: Rivera Fall Cocktail Menu Launch Party

By thirstyinla On September 9, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
On Wednesday, September 12th, Executive Bar Director Julian Cox and Bar Program Director Jeremy Lake celebrate the new Rivera Fall Cocktail Menu with a special launch party.
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The Taste - Cocktail Confidential

A Taste of The Taste: Cocktail Confidential

By thirstyinla On September 8, 2012 · 3 Comments · In Events
On Saturday night of The Taste, LA’s thriving cocktail culture was in the spotlight at Cocktail Confidential, co-hosted by LA Times food and nightlife writer Jessica Gelt and acclaimed mixologist Julian Cox.
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Tiki cocktails - The Spare Room

Summertime is Tiki Time in Los Angeles

By thirstyinla On August 14, 2012 · 7 Comments · In Events
As Los Angeles continues to endure a sweltering heat wave, the timing couldn’t be better for three stellar tiki events taking place over the next several days.
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Art Beyond the Glass class photo June 2012

Art Beyond the Glass: Thank You Los Angeles!

By thirstyinla On July 1, 2012 · 4 Comments · In Events
Two weeks after Art Beyond the Glass, I share a few belated "thank you"s and rambling thoughts about an extraordinary day.
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The Spare Room Evening of Tiki

An Evening of Tiki at The Spare Room

By thirstyinla On May 20, 2012 · 2 Comments · In Events
On Wednesday, May 23, The Spare Room launches An Evening of Tiki, a monthly series of “island-inspired cocktails and music,” featuring guest bartenders from LA and across the country.
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Ball Drop

Art as an Appetizer: Secret Menu at Playa and Rivera Inspired by Pacific Standard Time

By thirstyinla On February 10, 2012 · 3 Comments · In Events
Pacific Standard Time has inspired Art as an Appetizer, a collaboration between chef John Sedlar, artist Ron Cooper and mixologist Julian Cox. The trio has created a Secret Menu available now at Sedlar’s Playa and Rivera restaurants.
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