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 »What: “Santa Baby” by Kylie Minogue Who: Those who consider video iPods to be just another stocking stuffer and want to coax a lot more from their “Santas.” When: Now. There are still 5 shopping days until Christmas! But of course that special-ordered Mercedes SLR McLaren will have to wait til next year. Where: In…
Perusing through Daily Candy this fine morning, I saw a write-up of a new-to-me cupcake store in Burbank that’s sure to rival my beloved Sprinkles! It’s uncreatively called Yummy Cupcakes (of COURSE they’re yummy!) and is touted as “Delicious New York-Style Cupcakes,” whatever THAT means. And apparently they have a fancy cupcake bar where you…
It’s almost New Year’s Eve and I still don’t know how I want to spend the countdown. Do I wanna do it at a low-key celebration at someone’s house? “…3, 2, 1. Happy New Year. Yay.” Or go the total opposite route and do it up big with 20,000 other Angelenos in Downtown L.A.? “Happy…
I haven’t gone to Westwood in ages so I jumped at the chance to drop by the Westwood Brewing Company when invited. All right, it was more like, “Really? There? OK.” My friends knew one of the bartenders so we were set for drinks, meaning we drank hard liquor and not any of the beers….
For most, the holidays are the time when you are surrounded by your loved ones, in the coziness of your home with your egg nog, figgy pudding and presents. And it’s times like these when you’re really grateful for all that you have. That’s why it’s around this time when I’m usually struck by the…
OK, technically it’s boot season and this Seychelles “Memory Lane” pump has a peep-toe feature. But look at the stitching! That thick heel! And it comes in Whiskey color. Yum! At $74.95, it’s unfortunately not on sale, but maybe some day soon. And I know this is the second time I’ve picked Seychelles shoes, but…
I left my heart on Brokeback Mountain, a cross between The Lucky Texan and The Thorn Birds. Warning: Spoiler to follow. I knew what to expect before I saw this movie, having read many reviews and Annie Proulx’s short story. But I took for granted how a well-done book-turned-movie can fill in blanks for me…
Christmas shopping got you down? Not looking forward to spending yet another holiday with your family? (Wasn’t Thanksgiving just last week or something?) Sounds like you need a good laugh and a reason to fall in love with Christmas again. Enter John Waters to offer his unique take on the holidays. Everyone’s talking about his…
What: “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” by Henry Mancini Who: People who don’t mind waiting so much. They’re out there. Somewhere. When: Standing in a ridiculously long line. Where: At the DMV or, seasonally speaking, in the long line for the register when you’re out shopping for gifts. Why: It makes the waiting almost comical. It doesn’t…
Sick of this freezing 70-degree winter weather? American Airlines is offering . Just book your trip by December 15, 2005 for travel now through March 31, 2006, in time to hit the beach while you can still appreciate the 10-degree warmer difference.
