To balance out last week’s post about “healthy” cocktails, this week I give you vegetarian junk food. It’s the version of vegetarianism that newbie vegs are warned about. You know, don’t just do cheese and carbs. But when I gave up meat for “Lentish” I... »
The trend in Prohibition-style cocktails in Los Angeles saw the rise of speakeasy-esque bars. A drinker couldn’t throw a stick without hitting a “speakeasy” which usually meant a lounge-y bar with password-entry/hidden entrance and a Prohibition cockta... »
Thursday, March 8 Hungry Cat Hollywood’s 7th Anniversary What better way to celebrate an anniversary than with an all-day happy hour? Hungry Cat Hollywood is going on its 7th year (hey, so is this blog!) and wants you to share your HC memories by sen... »
Friday, January 20 Agent Provocateur Semi Annual Sale Hey, ladies, looking for something uber sexy to throw on…and then off this Valentine’s Day? Sexxy lingerie store Agent Provocateur is having its semi annual sale now through Sunday. Score lingerie (... »
dineLA’s January 2012 Restaurant Week starts next week January 22. Have you made your reservations yet? In its 5th year, the annual food event has over 300 restaurants participating so lots of great places to choose from. And because of that it can be ... »
2011 was a great year for drinking in L.A. with a slew of new insta-fave bars popping up, bartenders reconceptualizing bar programs and craft beer thankfully becoming even more accessible. I managed to narrow down my favorite drinking moments to the to... »
Still don’t know what to get that special foodist in your life? How about the gift that keeps on giving, like entree into one of the best beer clubs ever or a delicious cupcake a month, all delivered to their door? Wine Clubs Colorado Wine Company’s W... »
You’ve been stuck at home all day with a turkey and all that dysfunctional family drama. You need to go out and get a drink ASAP. Fortunately the following bars are open on Thanksgiving Day to soothe your post-feast belly aches and post family squabble... »
Feel like a beer this weekend? You might wanna check out all the fun LA Beer Week events going on here, including Beer Float Showdown 3. So much good beer to be had, peeps! Friday, October 14 Los Angeles Food & Wine: Dan Dunn’s Booze, Blues & BBQ This ... »
The 3rd Annual LA Beer Week kicks off this coming Monday with a beer-intensive party at Naja’s Place in Redondo Beach (which you can still buy or win tickets for by the way). What follows after that is 14 days of beerlicious events. Take your pick: a m... »
Sunset Beer Company is finally opening up in Echo Park tomorrow at noon! It’s been a long time coming for many local beer fans who have kept vigil on the store’s Facebook page for any grand opening news. And sure, the store got scooped by the Beer Chic... »
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 w... »
What a glorious weekend it’s going to be! Not only is it a holiday but it’s the last weekend before my European vacation! Woot! By the way, don’t forget: my Spare Room Taste of the Nation LA bowling party is tonight and I’m still collecting entries for... »
