Roger That, Roger Room
The Roger Room has been open a little bit more than a year but I just checked it out this week. Any cocktailian tries his or her best to check out the new… Continue reading
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Waterloo & City or My Love Letter to JGold
Now you might wonder why the hell have I decorated a photo of Jonathan Gold like a love-struck teenager. Well, because I think it’s funny. I don’t usually do things unless it’s funny… Continue reading
Battle Manhattan: Mandrake VS Verdugo Bar
One of my favorite bars is the Mandrake in Culver City. It’s on La Cienenga, in between Venice and Washington. There’s a tiny sign that says “bar.” Otherwise there’s no other signage and… Continue reading
Eagle Rock: Craft Beer Crawl
I introduced a new crawl idea last Friday, the Minty Craft Beer Crawl. Now, I’m a proud cocktalian. I like my booze in cocktails. I’m not much of a wine snob drinker and… Continue reading
WP24: Views, Cocktails and Pork Belly
The night before the LA Times review for WP24 came out, I was enjoying cocktails and dinner there. I had heard the buzz and since it was a few blocks from me, I… Continue reading
Happy Hour: Trader Vic’s
Although I find myself reaching for mostly whiskey drinks these days, I’m not adverse to rum. I like a good tiki drink as much as anyone. And mai tais are a fave. I’ve… Continue reading
Fundraiser for the Must Tomorrow
Tomorrow from 7-11 p.m., there will be a fundraiser for the displaced staff of the Must Bar in Downtown Los Angeles. The fundraiser will take place at the Farmers and Merchants Bank at… Continue reading
Brunching in Silver Lake: Malo
Okay, picture this- brunch. Now imagine, Mexican food. Now think back to brunch. Are you thinking heavy and greasy? Well, then you’re not thinking of Malo. I was surprised how lovely and light… Continue reading
The People’s Cocktail Competion at Drago Centro
Judgment arrived for the four finalists of the Drago Centro cocktail contest called the People’s Cocktail. The winning cocktail would included on the new summer menu. Four weeks. Four finalists. Four judges. I… Continue reading
Providence: 5-course Anniversary Special Tasting
Providence was number one on my must-try restaurants. I have heard about it for years and knew it would be fantastic. Once I heard they were doing their 5-course meal normally $85 for… Continue reading