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CHEF RICARDO ZARATE OPENS THE HUMMINGBIRD CEVICHE HOUSE
Peruvian chef Ricardo Zarate, known as the Godfather of Peruvian Cuisine and revered for popular dining destinations such as Picca, and...

Jose Martinez
Aug 29, 20242 min read


HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO THE MAI TAI
The month of August 2024 is filled with celebratory milestones for beloved bar Trader Vic’s. It marks the 90th anniversary of the...

Jose Martinez
Aug 23, 20242 min read


INTRODUCING MANHATTAN BEACH FOOD & WINE
Calling all South Bay Foodies, and anyone who loves and appreciates stellar food, wine and cocktails, get ready for the inaugural...

Jose Martinez
Aug 6, 20242 min read


East Side Story
Low-Rider cars began in Southern California during the late 1940s. The Global craze has been a vehicle 😊for the local community to...
Michael Caro
Aug 3, 20242 min read


BLUE BIRDY OFFERS A SOLID WEEKDAY HAPPY HOUR
The Sunset Strip is known for nocturnal decadence as it is a definite destination for locals and visitors to see and hear groundbreaking...

Jose Martinez
Jul 29, 20242 min read


LUMIERE OFFERS AN ELEGANT DINING EXPERIENCE
I am a very big fan of the feeling of escapism offered by the comfy and chic confines of a luxury hotel. It’s a quick reality getaway...

Jose Martinez
Jul 15, 20242 min read


MEDIEVAL TORTURE MUSEUM
Fans of the macabre may want to pay a visit the Medieval Torture Museum on Hollywood Boulevard. While there’s no actual tie-in to the...

Jose Martinez
Jul 14, 20242 min read


ART BEYOND THE GLASS XII
One of my very favorite events of the year is always Art Beyond the Glass (ATBG)—an epic spectacle for bartenders to showcase their...

Jose Martinez
Jul 2, 20242 min read


THE CRANBERRIES “LINGER” GETS DREAM REINVENTION
As far as song remixes, go consider the new take of The Cranberries’ quintessential worldwide single “Linger” as a dreamy reimagining...

Jose Martinez
Jul 1, 20242 min read


SUMMER PARTY PUNCH & COCKTAILS
It’s summertime and that means parties and picnics and even the summer Olympic games, so there’s no better time over oversized cocktails...

Jose Martinez
Jun 28, 20242 min read


OXNARD SALSA FESTIVAL…HOT & SPICY FUN
After a five-year hiatus, the Oxnard Salsa Festival is back with two full days of hot and spicy fun on Saturday and Sunday, July 27 and...

Jose Martinez
Jun 13, 20242 min read


SPECIAL BEER AT LA INDEPENDENT BEER FESTIVAL
Grab a lawn chair, score a picnic blanket and all the essentials for an afternoon in the park at the LA Independent Beer Festival—which...

Jose Martinez
Jun 11, 20242 min read


BATETTE FOLLIES OF 1939
Fans of Batman as well as of provocative live theater will definitely want to know about the Batette Follies of 1939 as it sets up shop...

Jose Martinez
Jun 10, 20241 min read


THE SPIRIT OF CRAFT AWARDS UNVEILS ITS INAUGURAL LIST OF AWARDEES
The Spirit of Craft Awards (SOCraft Awards), which offers global craft spirit makers an exclusive platform for recognition and...

Jose Martinez
Jun 9, 20248 min read


THE MOON ROOM SHINES ON MELROSE AVE
Melrose Avenue is a hipster haven for the chic crowd but it’s a pretty barren landscape when it comes to quality handcraft...

Jose Martinez
May 14, 20242 min read


‘THE CANYON OF DREAMS’ ON DISPLAY
On a beautiful Cinco de Mayo afternoon, the Sunset Marquis Hotel played host to an exclusive celebration for Henry Diltz: The Canyon of...

Jose Martinez
May 7, 20242 min read


HAVANA NIGHTS COME TO CENTURY CITY
Century City was a magical movie place when Ken visited from Barbie Land and now, nightly, through summer, it’s a festive and fantastical...

Jose Martinez
Apr 30, 20242 min read


CHEF JAVIER CARO
Recent winner of Sabor Latino, San Diegan Chef Javier Caro shared some of his thoughts on his success in creating the 3rd place winning...
Michael Caro
Apr 29, 20242 min read


GIANMARCO SORESI AT NETFLIX IS A JOKE FEST
Viral Comedian Gianmarco Soresi is coming to town to perform as part of the Netflix is a Joke Fest. In support of his Leaning In Tour,...

Jose Martinez
Apr 26, 20242 min read


FOOD, INC. 2
Back in 2008, the documentary Food, Inc. promised you’ll never look at dinner the same way. And they were right. The film, directed by...

Jose Martinez
Apr 22, 20242 min read
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