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 »How’s this new year working out for you so far? It’s been pretty mellow for me, which I’m just loving. If you’re feeling that, too, may I recommend the following ways to chill this weekend? Friday, January 11 Sur La Table Winter Sale I lovvve Sur La Table. My dream is to one day be…
My friend Steve at Kumo was bored. It seemed that people go to Michael Ovitz’s shiny Clockwork Orange-decorated restaurant more for the high-price, small-portions food than the cocktails. A shame considering they have a nice bar area, a very talented bartender and some interesting cocktails. Last night Dre and I kept Steve company. As the…
Another deal from the Travelzoo Newsdesk: For Virgin America’s first sale of the year, you get cheapie one-way fares that are pretty darn good. Fares on sale (each way): – Las Vegas-San Francisco … $44 – Los Angeles-San Francisco … $44 – Los Angeles-Washington D.C. … $118 – Los Angeles-New York … $128 What makes…
I’m just not good with coupons. Cutting them, saving them, remembering to use them. Last time I used a coupon was when I was a starving Bruin looking to take advantage of Ralphs double coupon special on a frozen pizza. However, the Thirsty? Deck Los Angeles 2008 may just have me resurrecting this thrifty pastime…
Last night after watching Sweeney Todd at the Arclight and consequently swearing off meat for at least a month, Shelley and I decided to finally check out Luna Park’s Mini Bar cocktail flight ($13.50). I was in dire need of a drink anyway after that bloody movie. Yes, definitely no shepherd’s pies for a lonnnng…
Huzzah! The Hipcooks Westside location is up and running. If you’ve always wanted to take one of these cool cooking classes but felt the Brewery in downtown was too far to go for it, you’ll be happy to know that Monika, owner of Hipcooks, opened up a kitchen on the Westsiiide, on Robertson Boulevard north…
Coming down from the holidays? I know, I’m feeling a bit blue, too. No more sparkly lights or Christmas music or wonderful sales. Le sigh. At least this weekend, there are lots of music events to choose from to get your ass grooving again, from a drum-off to a mashup. Take your pick. Friday, January…
This just in from Travelzoo: Get cheapie airfare from United Airlines from Los Angeles to hundreds of destinations across the globe. You have to book by January 10 and travel through March 6. Domestic deals include: – Los Angeles-San Jose … $50 each way – Los Angeles-Seattle … $83 each way – Los Angeles-Ft. Lauderdale…
Flickr Shot by jdrisch (detail) It doesn’t seem to be New Year’s Day without having the Rose Parade playing on the TV while you enjoy your post-hangover breakfast. But if you didn’t get to tune in for the show, you still have a chance to see those beautiful floats in person today. They were available…
So many options for New Year’s Eve. It’s the one night of the year with the most promise; do you want to start off the new year with a bang or ease into it? For me, I was going to hit the absinthe lounge at Seven Grand’s party, surprise surprise, but decided to spend a…
