For those who absolutely cannot wait til Christmas — eff Thanksgiving, you say — Melrose Umbrella Co. is already all decked out for the holidays. And I mean, ALL. DECKED. OUT. The Miracle on Melrose Avenue bar is only one of about 100 of the Miracle Pop-Up Bars around the world: 94 in the U.S….
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I refuse to put up Christmas decorations when Thanksgiving hasn’t even come and gone yet. But one thing I will allow in anticipation of the holidays are the cocktails. Beautiful, rich, cozy, festive-inspired holiday cocktails. And Big Bar in Los Feliz just kicked off their new holiday menu, which includes three hot cocktails and a…
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Quick, what’s your favorite L.A. movie and which cocktail would you pair with it? If it’s Amy Heckerling’s Clueless then you’re in luck! On August 19, as part of its summer pop-up series, ArcLight Hollywood is hosting swank West Hollywood cocktail bar, Bibo Ergo Sum, in its Balcony Bar. And the talented bar crew crafted…
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Nowadays, a cocktail bar has to do more than simply follow a classic cocktail template to turn heads. Housemade ingredients and a strong garnish game aren’t going to cut it anymore. Besides, there are so many great bars with new ones practically opening every day, not to mention the breadth of talented bartenders in L.A….
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Looking for something fun and different — with a touch of nerdiness — to serve at your holiday party? Lucky for you barman Christopher Day (Bar Tribute, Redbird) created this recipe for a boozy butterbeer. Your Harry Potter-loving guests will squeal. It’s no coincidence that this recipe uses a butter-washed Black Cow Vodka as Chris…
Continue Reading »The Raj (Photo by Caroline on Crack) Seems like there’s a sudden influx of eateries/venues raiding the fresh produce available at local farmer’s markets. The Copa d’Oro Bar and The Fig Restaurant in Santa Monica for starters. Or has that been around and I’m just now noticing it. In any case it’s still nice to…
Flickr shot by Lori Greig Duuude! Virgin America is just getting better and better in my eyes. Cool mood lighting, personalized in-flight entertainment, and Richard Branson just might steal Sully away from U.S. Airways. But $109 one-way airfare to NYC or Boston to boot? Oh, also $59 each way from LAX to San Diego, Las…
Looking to get your sweetie something better than the usual boring box o’ chocolates this Valentine’s Day? Surprise your Valentine and secure some V-day night sugar of your own (wink, wink) when you present them with the following goodies which range in price from the very affordable $2 chocolate strawberry to a $90 sweets extravaganza….
Dear Caroline on Crack, My parents’ anniversary is coming up. We are looking for a restaurant my whole family (10 people) could go to celebrate for probably like $75 a person anywhere from the Westside to downtown. Open to any cuisine, meat or fish. What do you think? Thanks, The Good Daughter
Seems as if all of L.A. is in a frenzy about the Korean taco truck, Kogi BBQ-To-Go. It’s here, it’s there, with long lines of eager diners everywhere it goes. Who can blame us? Mmm, short ribs. Korean barbecue is yummy and all that but wouldn’t it be perfect with some wine? you’re probably wondering….
AP clip of a pink slip party in New York. With the unemployment rate in California now at an unbelievably high 9.3 percent there’s a good chance that you either just lost your job or have a real reason to fear losing your job. Sucks, I know. But don’t count me out as a Debbie…
I can’t get this song, or the dance moves, out of my head! Since I’m not a football fan, the importance of this weekend is lost on me. (Although I do still like going to those Super Bowl parties!) If you feel the same way, no parties to plan or superstitious rituals to perform, here…
Grazie, Vincenzo Marianella! For bringing your special brand of cocktailing to the Westside. Because of Vincenzo’s new bar, Copa d’Oro cocktail bar, in Santa Monica, I don’t have to trek all the way across town for one of those fancy cocktails. You know, the ones you find at the Edison or Comme Ca. Vincenzo, noted…
My kryptonite? Cheese. Mmm, cheese! And I’m finding the fondue & flight night at BreadBar in Century City hard to resist. Are you kidding me? THREE fondue stations featuring a different cheese blend? And all you can eat artisanal bread and cheese? That’s right, on Friday, February 6, the bread-dedicated eatery is holding a special…
This content requires Flash Player 8 or higher. Valentine Cocktail Ideas Powered by ThisNext. Get This! Looking for ideas on how to seduce your cocktail-loving sweetheart. Here ya go. I just put together this list of booze and mixers along with some Valentine-inspired recipes to kick off your night of seduction. I know, I know….
