The Scotch That Dreams Are Made Of: Glenfiddich Launches the Cask of Dreams

Glenfiddich has launched the Cask of Dreams tour, featuring Glenfiddich Brand Ambassadors rolling 12 casks through major U.S. cities, starting in Los Angeles and ending in New York in May. In each city, the Glenfiddich team will encourage people to write their dreams on the empty casks. The inscribed casks will be sent to the Glenfiddich distillery, where they will be used to finish a special limited edition expression of Glenfiddich, which will be sold in the U.S. in early 2012.

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March 31: Mixtape Mixology at Big Bar with Erick Castro

On Thursday, March 31st, Big Bar is spicing up its weekly Mixtape Mixology night with a bit of friendly LA-SF rivalry. Starting at 7pm, San Francisco’s Erick Castro will be mixing SF-inspired Plymouth Gin cocktails, while Big Bar’s Juan Sevilla and Dan Long will be holding it down for the home team.

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An Evening in Spain: Fig & Olive Opens in Los Angeles

On March 5th, Los Angeles became the first West Coast location for Fig & Olive, the New York-based temples of olive oil that feature the flavors of the French Riviera and coastal regions of the Mediterranean. Giovanni Martinez is consulting on the cocktail menu, a mixture of signatures and classics.

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February 24: The Varnish Two Year Anniversary

Never one to announce itself, The Varnish is quietly celebrating its Two Year Anniversary on Thursday, February 24th. Eric Alperin and Marcos Tello will be behind the bar, and guests can start the celebration with a complimentary glass of punch.

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Let’s Get This Party Started: Playa Opens February 11

Anticipation is hitting a fever pitch for Playa, the new venture from Rivera chef John Sedlar opening Friday, February 11th. Foodies are salivating at the prospect of exploring Sedlar’s “Urban Latin Cuisine,” while cocktail enthusiasts are ready to sip the latest creations from acclaimed mixologist Julian Cox.

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