Venice: Patio Dining at Nueva
Nueva in Venice just opened in the old Sunny Spot location. Located right next to Scopa, Nueuva features ample patio dining. I did peek into the main dining room and hopefully we’ll be… Continue reading
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Recap: Southern California Whiskey Club Presents Paul John Whisky and Cocktail Class
I first had Paul John Whisky back in 2017 and wrote about the Indian single malt line up in 2018. Then Southern California Whiskey Club had a tasting for Paul John Whisky last… Continue reading
Minty at Home: Making Cocktails with Fresh Fruit
With the hot weather lately, I’ve wanted refreshing drinks. This often means fresh fruit drinks. I’ve experimented with strawberries inspired by a coffee negroni but sometimes I just muddle fruit into a spirit of… Continue reading
North Hollywood: Curated Gift Boxes at The Other Door Bar
Before the pandemic, I was supposed to go to The Other Door to check them out. Unfortunately of course, they had to quickly pivot their business. While they’re considering opening for outdoor… Continue reading
Minty at Home: Checking out Virtual Whiskey Tastings
I’ve been working from home since mid-March. That means my once “too busy” life came to a halt. I no longer was out every night at a new bar or checking out… Continue reading
Minty at Home: Daiquiri Time IN
If you ask bartenders what is one drink you need to know how to make, most say a daiquiri. I always found this amusing since it’s invariably followed up with, “a real… Continue reading
Minty at Home: The Negroni and its Variations
Surprise, surprise! I’m not actually going to show you how to make a Negroni. Stanley Tucci has already done a fine job of it. No, actually he did. Despite a few nitpicks,… Continue reading
Minty at Home: Martini vs Manhattan
A few weeks ago when I started making drinks at home, resurrecting my Minty Popup Bar, I made a pair of classics; the Martini and Manhattan. I recently did inventory and though… Continue reading
Minty at Home: Margaritas for Cinco De Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is coming up. Usually I’m conflicted about celebrating the day because I tend to have Kentucky Derby plans the same weekend. But since we’re all safer at home, I will… Continue reading
Las Vegas: Checking out Eataly at Park MGM
One day in Las Vegas, I explored Eataly at Park MGM. I knew right away we were going to share the prime rib sandwich. My friend went off to order it and… Continue reading