Posts Tagged ‘tequila’
Espolón Tequila Cocktails and Taco Trucks for Cinco de Mayo
To liven up this year’s Cinco de Mayo festivities, Espolón Tequila asked Eric Alperin, H. Joseph Ehrmann and Adam Schuman to create cocktails to pair with taco truck offerings in their respective cities.
Read MoreLet’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.
Read MoreDec. 16: Las Perlas Private Reserve Release and Mezcal Collective Launch
On Thursday, December 16th, agave aficionados will have two excellent reasons to be at Las Perlas, the downtown L.A. shrine to mezcal and tequila: an exclusive release of Herradura Double Barrel Reposado, and the launch of the Mezcal Collective, an ongoing series of gatherings that will celebrate and educate about all things agave. For its…
Read MoreReady for Departure with Tequila Avión Silver
After tasting through the three expressions of the excellent Tequila Avión range at a recent sneak preview, I was looking forward to taking the newly-launched ultra premium brand for a few spins at home. Just in time for National Tequila Day, the Booze Fairy delivered a review bottle of Tequila Avión Silver. Tequila Avión is…
Read MoreCelebrate National Tequila Day with Camarena Carne Asada Tacos and the Paloma
Since its launch in June, the Camarena Taco Truck has crisscrossed Los Angeles, handing out free tequila-infused tacos, tostadas and burritos to eager Angelenos, while spreading the word about Familia Camarena Tequila. In honor of National Tequila Day on Saturday, July 24, Camarena Tequila and Chef Sevan Azarian are sharing his recipe for the public’s…
Read MoreJuly 18: Tequila Taste Too at The Wine House
This Sunday, July 18, The Wine House presents Tequila Taste Too, an afternoon of agave featuring tastings of dozens of top tequilas, an expanded mezcal section, cocktails and Mexican tapas. Proceeds benefit Komen for the Cure, LA County.
Read MoreJuly 24: LA Street Food Fest – Summer Tasting Event
Following a February event that NBC’s Joshua Lurie called “a culinary earthquake that has triggered several mobile aftershocks,” the LA Street Food Fest returns with an all-new Summer Tasting Event on Saturday, July 24th at the Rose Bowl. Event co-founders Shawna Dawson (Sauce LA) and Sonja Rasula (UNIQUE LA) have addressed the crowds and long…
Read MoreJuly 4th: A Spirited Celebration of the Red, White and Blue
The Fourth of July has arrived, and that means fireworks, barbecues, picnics, and plenty of drinks to toast our nation’s 234th birthday. Everyone has their own favorites and traditions when they’re celebrating Independence Day, but following are a few cocktail suggestions that are sure to liven up any gathering. And where better to begin than…
Read MoreTequila Avión Launches in CA and NY
Many spirits enthusiasts are on a never-ending quest for a brand that not only becomes a go-to bottle, but one that also embodies a personal concept of distilled perfection. However, few have the ambition or resources to actually create that spirit. Ken Austin, a former executive at Seagram and founding member of Marquis Jet, has…
Read MoreHatchi Mix 3: Julian Cox and Tequila in 3 Magical Acts
On Thursday, July 1st, the Hatchi Mix Series returns to Breadbar Century City, featuring guest mixologist Julian Cox (Rivera) and his Tequila in 3 Magical Acts menu of specialty cocktails. Inspired by the popular Hatchi Guest Chef Series, Hatchi Mix invites imbibers to experience the evolution of the cocktail, from the classic era to its…
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