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
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Santa Barbara: Prime Rib at Tee-Off
One night in Santa Barbara, we went to Tee-Off, this old school steakhouse and lounge. I imagine many TV writers have a place like Tee-Off in mind when they write those pivotal… Continue reading
The Minty’s Spirits Week: Introducing Hendrick’s Orbium Gin
I recently attended the launch of Hendrick’s Orbium gin at The Wellesbourne. Orbium is the first new expression after the original Hendrick’s gin. It starts with a base of the original with… Continue reading
West Hollywood: La Fete Is Now Open Next to Norah
Norah has a little sister! La Fete opened next door to the restaurant a few weeks ago. La Fete’s space was Norah’s private room but now it has its own separate entrance… Continue reading
Throwback Thursday: Rolling with Plymouth Gin in Vintage Cars in Search of Old Hollywood
Last month, I went with Plymouth Gin on a tour of three local Hollywood institutions in search of glamour, legends and of course, gin cocktails. We channeled Hollywood’s Golden Age stars like Jean… Continue reading
DTLA: Classic Seafood and Gin Martinis at Water Grill
Recently I checked out Water Grill. I hadn’t been in many years and was delighted to see the renovated room. Water Grill is one of Los Angeles’ best seafood restaurants and I’m… Continue reading
Happy Hour at Nic’s Beverly Hills
I recently checked out happy hour at Nic’s Beverly Hills. I had been years ago, long before I ever became a craft cocktails enthusiast. The bar is busy with locals and those… Continue reading
Chinatown: Build Your Own Manhattan or Martini at 643 North
The new gastropub 643 North has opened in Chinatown. Located across the street from Spring Street BBQ, 643 North has locked in the corner with craft beer, cocktails and a full menu of… Continue reading
Go On Tour With The Minty & Eventbrite
Amy from Backyard Bite and I were recently chosen to go on tour with Eventbrite. We’ll be going to Eventbrite events from now until June. And I hope you’ll come and join me… Continue reading
Day 2 of Portland Cocktail Week
I really didn’t eat much the day before and started day 2 of Portland Cocktail Week at Michael’s Italian Beef which was a few blocks from where I was staying at the Jupiter… Continue reading