Carmaggedon. Autopocalypse. The 405 freeway closed the whole weekend from the 101 to 10? What’s a Westsider who wants to hit up foodie favorite event LA Street Food Fest in Pasadena on July 16th to do? Feel the Lure of LA Food Fest I mean, who would want to brave what’s being touted to be…
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Who Wasn’t at the 6th Annual East LA Meets Napa?
The 6th Annual East LA Meets Napa , a benefit for Altamed that pairs the top Mexican eateries in Los Angeles with Latino-operated and/or owned Napa wineries, was enjoyed by sold-out crowds (1,400 peeps) last Friday at gorgeous Union Station downtown, raising $360,000 for the charity. Thanks to rush-hour traffic, I arrived at the party…
Farmers Market Sundays: The Eveleigh’s Weekly Farm-to-Bar Cocktails
Forget seasonal cocktail menus where the drinks are updated every three or four months tops, The Eveleigh (one of my favorite places for brunch cocktails as a matter of fact) in West Hollywood is taking it to the next level with their Farmers Market Sundays, which kicked off last night. Each week starting at 5pm…
This Weekend: WeHo Craft Beer Garden, Sunset Beer Co. Tasting, Free Yoga Class
Finally, it really feels like summer what with this warmer weather. And what better way to enjoy it than with outdoor events that involve grilling and craft beer? Funnn! Thursday, July 7 Havaianas Pop-Up Store in Hollywood Show off your cute pedicure while sporting your special brand of Havaianas that you custom-made yourself! The flip-flop…
Those Summer Nights at The Spare Room: Food, Drink and Bowling Deals on Wednesdays
Save on your electricity bill this summer by spending your Wednesday nights at The Spare Room, Hollywood Roosevelt’s swank cocktail bar/bowling alley. Every Wednesday from 6 to 9pm, have them foot the A/C bill while you spend your savings on food, drink and fun deals. Nosh on $5 mini lobster rolls while tossing back $3…
Bru Haus: Wurstkuche West or Just Worst?
On a section of Brentwood street familiar to most UCLA students who like to party, new gastropub Bru Haus sits on Wilshire Boulevard between Q’s Billiard Club and Cabo Cantina, two bars populated with 20-somethings whose seeming sole intent is to tie one on and meet that special random someone. Not that I’m judging. We…
L.A. Beer Experts Pair Craft Beer With 4th of July Barbeque
As a food enthusiast, for your Fourth of July barbecue, you’re probably not going to want to sully your Kansas City-style spareribs experience by washing them down with a Bud Light. No, you’ll want the perfect brew to complement that spicy sweet sauciness…and another beer to go with the rosemary potato salad, and one to…
The Misfit in Santa Monica: Eat Your Vegetables + Giveaway
When I got back from my two-week European cheesefest, I made a vow of (mostly) vegetarianism (with some fish flexibility) in the hopes of losing some of the weight I had gained. Fortunately in LA it’s not too hard to keep that vow but I’m still very appreciative when there’s a restaurant that offers tasty…
Best Birthday Gift: A Namesake Cocktail by Villains Tavern’s Dave Whitton
Bartender Dave Whitton of Villains Tavern and the Bar at Cliff’s Edge gave me what is perhaps one of the greatest birthday presents I’ve ever gotten. Ever. He created a cocktail to be served at my upcoming birthday party at Cliff’s Edge. But not only that, he came up with three different cocktails for me…
This Weekend: Tiki Throwdown, Vegan Beer Fest, Cocktail Paired Drago Dinner
Europe was great but it’s so awesome to be back in LA. And all these drink-focused events this weekend make me extra happy to be back. Booze and pancakes, cocktail-paired dinner, tiki cocktails? Yes please! Friday, June 24 Pancake and Booze Art Show Underground art show featuring 75 artists, live music, body painting and free…
