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RoofTop Chef Michael Voltaggio Heats up the Roosevelt

“Did anyone hear the smoke alarm?” Renowned chef Michael Voltaggio’s asking a cocktail-attired assemblage of food writers, bloggers, phone app picture-snappers, and hangers-on seated for dinner atop the historic Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood because, he tells us, they “just about burned the place down.” The Top Chef winner briefly explains that there was a kitchen fire that got a little out of hand, and laments … Continue reading RoofTop Chef Michael Voltaggio Heats up the Roosevelt

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Fall vegan desserts we learned how to make at PLANTLAB in Venice

An early Saturday morning my vegan loving travel friend @vegantravelista and I made our way to  PLANTLAB, a cooking space on About Kinney in Venice where we worked alongside 6 other partner teams to learn how to make 5 vegan desserts in 3 hours. Not only did we have fun orchestrating new recipes, but we learned about new healthy ingredients and tips that were never … Continue reading Fall vegan desserts we learned how to make at PLANTLAB in Venice

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Wine Wednesdays in The Larder at Tavern Brentwood

Don’t miss Winemaker Wednesdays at Tavern. James Beard award-winning chef/author Suzanne Goin and award-winning restaurateur Caroline Styne welcome their winemaker friends the first Wednesday of every month for Angelenos to enjoy an informal sampling of their current vintages. First up was Jeff Fischer from Habit Wines, Santa Ynez on October 4th. Besides his delicious wines like Habit Red and Habit Grüner Veltliner, we noshed on exceptional charcuterie medleys while meeting … Continue reading Wine Wednesdays in The Larder at Tavern Brentwood

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Mix up your LA date spots this fall

This article was first posted on Resident Magazine online. Depending on your date or mood, Los Angeles is comprised of many unique areas to satisfy your taste buds or your date specifications whether that involves cocktails, food, views, or entertainment. Whether you desire ambiance that includes ocean views, Hollywood Hills views, marina views, or sunset views, Los Angeles has many desirable options. Try a classic … Continue reading Mix up your LA date spots this fall

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“Why Whisky” Tour: Los Angeles

If whiskey and ice cream have their own official day, Bourbon certainly deserves is own month. Whiskey lovers, this month is yours. To celebrate September as National Bourbon Heritage Month, whiskey expert, Tom Fischer, visited the L.A. area with a whiskey dinner and tasting at both The Church Key in West Hollywood and Sonoma Wine Garden Santa Monica. I had the luxury of attending the … Continue reading “Why Whisky” Tour: Los Angeles

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Shade Hotel Redondo Beach, a Coastal Oasis

This article was first published on Resident Magazine online, July 2017. After two nights at Shade Hotel in Redondo Beach right on the marina, we quickly felt like the hotel may have been developed around the cuisine. Every meal at the hotel’s Sea Level Restaurant and Lounge was extraordinary thanks to the expertise of Chef Aaron Robbins and his culinary team. What made our stay … Continue reading Shade Hotel Redondo Beach, a Coastal Oasis

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Hendrick’s Gin Grand Garnisher slices cucumbers across America

The iconic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel was the backdrop for Hendrick’s gin exciting party as they make their way across America in a giant cucumber garnisher. The unusual Scottish gin maker is on a quest to “properly garnish” thousands upon thousands of cocktails. Did you know Hendrick’s Gin is infused with cucumber? We were first greeted by a smaller exceptional contraption that with a little push and … Continue reading Hendrick’s Gin Grand Garnisher slices cucumbers across America

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Labor Day Party Essentials

Labor Day Weekend marks the end of summer and the beginning of fall. As climates in most cities remain the same, calendar happenings change as we shed the summer fun activities, and embrace to enter holiday season preparation. Most Labor Day outings consist of final beach visits for the weekend, or the blowout BBQ party leaving behind an unforgettable summer. Wherever your escape takes you, … Continue reading Labor Day Party Essentials

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Gargantua, LA’s latest Pop Up Dinner Series you don’t want to miss

Slated to stay open til the end of 2017, Garrgantua brings you a five course menu after dark at Santa Monica’s small, unassuming, neighborhood restaurant OP Café. The menu is exquisite, challenging your taste buds to reach new levels of flavor sophistication. Chef Nick Barainca orchestrates dishes with unexpected flavor combinations and new food medleys you may have not thought possible. “For us, it’s about … Continue reading Gargantua, LA’s latest Pop Up Dinner Series you don’t want to miss

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Fermentation 101 at Live and Dine LA

Angeleno Magazine hosted another packed Live and Dine LA event at the Fairmont Hotel in Santa Monica to celebrate their annual restaurant issue. Beautifully dressed guests mingled outside while sampling creative food bites and cocktails from LA’s most distinguished chefs, restaurants and mixologists. Chef Curtis Stone was hard at work at his station showcasing his restaurant Gwen while making time to snap selfies with fans. … Continue reading Fermentation 101 at Live and Dine LA

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