MONTREAL’S LA CHAMPAGNERIE OFFERS SABRAGE UNCORKING
Michael Hepworth New Champagne Bar a Star in the Old Port Nightlife Scene By Bonnie Carroll Montreal (Spiritsman)6/23/13/—La Champagnerie, the most anticipated champagne bar in Montreal opened its doors to media, tastemakers and socialites in May 2013 in the heart of Montreal ’s sophisticated nightlife scene. Situated in the Old Port at 343 St. Paul […]
Read MorePUGLIA ITALY ’S – RADICI DEL SUD FESTIVAL
Michael Hepworth Best Wines & Fun in the Sun 2013 By Bonnie Carroll ITALY(Spiritsman)6/24/13/—Located in the ‘heel’ of Italy ’s boot, Puglia is a dream for visitors who enjoy miles of endless beautiful beaches, and warm summer Mediterranean days. It offers an abundance of olive trees and […]
Read MoreBUDDHA’S BELLY-NEW CHEF KEVIN LUZANDE LOOKING TO MAKE AN IMPACT QUICKLY
Michael Hepworth Los Angeles, CA(Spiritsman)6/19/13/–Buddha’s Belly in Los Angeles has recently announced a chef change, with Kevin Luzande now taking over at the popular Beverly Blvd location. He has paid his dues in various kitchens around town, working under Troy Thompson at the Ritz […]
Read MoreCOGNAC CONFIDENTIAL AT NEXT DOOR LOUNGE HOLLYWOOD
Michael Hepworth HENNESSY PARADIS IMPERAL MAKES AN APPEARANCE HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)6/17/13/–The Next Door Lounge in Hollywood is the latest “Speakeasy” in town And the place has garnered quite a bit of attention lately, partly because of The new Cognac Confidential evenings held once a month. This is a follow up series to the “Whiskey Wednesday” events […]
Read MoreLA MAMOUNIA CREATES NINE SIGNATURE COCKTAILS TO COMMEMORATE 90TH ANNIVERSARY
LA MAMOUNIA CREATES NINE SIGNATURE COCKTAILS TO COMMEMORATE 90TH ANNIVERSARY Iconic Marrakech Hotel Invites Guests to Celebrate with New Celebrity Cocktails Michael Hepworth MARRKECH, MOROCCO(Spiritsman)6/15/13/— – Continuing the celebration of its 90th anniversary, La Mamounia has created nine new cocktails; each referring to a decade and a celebrity who has […]
Read MoreBEACHWOOD BREWERY-CRAFT BEERS AND GOURMET BARBECUE
Michael Hepworth Long Beach, CA(Spiritsman)6/11/13/—The Beachwood Brewery Restaurant in downtown Long Beach bills itself as a gourmet barbecue restaurant and micro brewery. It certainly is an impressive space with a large outside patio area, and the menu is varied enough to satisfy any cravings in what is a really […]
Read MoreMAMA WALKER’S LIQUEURS-BANKING ON NOSTALGIA.
Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)6/3/13/–Now for something completely different-Mama Walker’s Breakfast-inspired 70 proof liqueurs now on the way to you from drinks giant Pernod Ricard at $12.99 a pop. There are three to choose from-Maple Bacon, Blueberry Pancake and Glazed Donut. […]
Read MoreWHIPLASH WINES AND THEIR BIG SISTER REATA
Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)5/28/13/–Whiplash Wines are a division of Reata Wines in Napa, and the new 2011 Chardonnay is released June 2013. The production numbers run to 15,698 cases and the vinification process takes place in stainless steel barrels before being fermented and aging. Alcohol content […]
Read MoreTHE LARCHMONT OPENS IN THE VILLAGE
By Michael Hepworth Los Angeles,CA(Spiritsman)5/23/13/– The Larchmont Restaurant is a new addition to the Larchmont Village dining scene, and this is a restaurant that may have some legs. Opened in March by a trio of European restaurant veterans, the almost minimalist restaurant used to be a bungalow on the Paramount Studios lot, and […]
Read MoreOLD TOWN HOTEL ALBUQUERQUE WELCOMES GARDUNO’S
Michael Hepworth OLD TOWN HOTEL ALBUQUERQUE WELCOMES GARDUNO’S Beloved New Mexican Restaurant Replaces Café Pazuela and Cantina By Bonnie Carroll Albuquerque NM,(Spiritsman)5/21/13/–May is the month for Garduno’s On the Rio Grande Restaurant & Cantina to premiere at Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town in the former Café Pazuela and Cantina. Chef Tony Trujillo, […]
Read MoreThe third annual Vino California Grand Tasting 2013
Michael Hepworth By Cheri Fox The third annual Vino California Grand Tasting 2013 was held at Skirball Cultural Center on Tuesday, May 14th . Los Angeles, CA(Spiritsman)5/21/13/–Several hundred wine enthusiasts and trade professionals gathered at the Vino California Grand Tasting 2013, it is the […]
Read MoreTriple Crown Jewels original Drinks Mint Julep, Black-Eyed Susan, Belmont Breeze Win, Place & Show
Michael Hepworth Hollywood(Spiritsman)5/19/13—The Triple Crown of horse racing three jewels…and it’s three original drinks. Riders Up. The Mint Julep for the Kentucky Derby the Black-Eyed Susan for the Preakness and the Belmont Breeze for the Belmont. Mint Julep for the Kentucky Derby Ingredients 1 oz sugar 2 oz Woodford Reserve Whisky Sprigs of fresh […]
Read MoreL’ERMITAGE BEVERLY HILLS Gatsy Sips for Stylish Plates by Chef Ben
L’ERMITAGE BEVERLY HILLS Gatsy Sips for Stylish Plates by Chef Ben Michael Hepworth By Bonnie Carroll Beverly Hills, CA(Spiritsman)5/15/13/—L’Ermitage Beverly Hills , now a Viceroy Hotel property, has maintained its reputation as a unique property for the enjoyment of the rich and famous for over a […]
Read MoreD’USSE COGNAC A bold new expression of Cognac, Expanding National Jay-Z’s Launch Party
Michael Hepworth Hollywood(Spiritsman)5/10/13/—D’USSE Cognac is a brand on the rise, and for those of you who care about this sort of thing, then it is the house brand at Jay Z’s hip and trendy club in New York called 40/40 Club. The […]
Read MoreKentucky bourbon-maker Woodford Reserve is offering a $1,000 mint julep for the 139th Kentucky Derby
The 139th running of the Kentucky Derby winner Orb Shug McGaughey ‘s Orb, ridden by jockey Joel Rosario, raced to victory in 2 minutes and 2.89 seconds, outrunning Golden Soul in second place and Revolutionary […]
Read MoreHOT’S KITCHEN AND THE BEER DINNERS
Michael Hepworth Hermosa Beach,CA(Spiritsman)5/2/13/—I had been to Hot’s Kitchen in Hermosa Beach just once before, and after almost three years in business I can report that the restaurant is kicking. The ambience is the key thing here, and when I wrote my first review I think that I upset the publicist by saying […]
Read MoreHOLLYWOOD ROOSEVELT HOTEL Healthy Cocktails for Shooting Stars
Michael Hepworth By Bonnie Carroll HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)4/30/13/–The Library Bar in the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel is home to up and coming performers, both in front of the bar and behind the bar. It’s amazing how many people are more and more enjoying healthy and […]
Read MoreMontesquieu “wines that make a difference” Wine to Water in the Dale, Ethiopia – eradicating thirst
Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)4/29/13/–Roll up your sleeves, take a chance, and pull a bottle of wine from the 100-bottle Wine Wall! The wine you receive could be valued at up to hundreds of dollars… or it may not be. That’s the risk! Tickets are $50 http://www.biddingforgood.com/auction/item/Browse.action?auctionId=192036232 The wine has graciously been donated […]
Read MoreTHE HYPERION PUBLIC in Silverlake serving ”Unique American” food & cocktails ‘Silver Lake Sling’
Michael Hepworth ‘Community Pub by the people for the People.’ Los Angeles,CA(Spiritsman)4/28/13/–As you can judge by the name, the Hyperion Public restaurant in Silverlake is on Hyperion Blvd in an area that is fast becoming a trendy dining area. It is billing itself as the community pub and can […]
Read MorePUNZONE ORGANIC VODKA FROM ITALY HITS THE MARKET
Michael Hepworth Hollywood(Spiritsman)4/21/13/–Italian Vodka Punzone has recently hit the market with three releases, Punzone Vodka, Punzone Originale and Punzone Lemoncino. Retail price for the Originale is $42.99, and $37.99 for the other two. Punzone which is Italian for ‘punch’ first surfaced in New York […]
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