CÎROC Summer Colada makes the perfect sunny drink

Summer already feels like its in full swing in Los Angeles, especially when many of us were poolside at Sunset Marquis sipping refreshing new signature cocktails by the new CÎROC Summer Colada limited edition flavor by CÎROC Vodka. The sleek all-white bottle with a gold orb is made with CIROC Ultra Premium Vodka infused with Coconut, Pineapple and other natural flavors. Enjoy Summer Colada on the rocks or with one of … Continue reading CÎROC Summer Colada makes the perfect sunny drink

Melissa CurtinApril 1, 2017May 8, 20172 Comments

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Casual Drinking and Dining Spots in LA

This article was first posted on Resident Magazine. Looking to discover a new casual spot in LaLaLand where you can relax, enjoy a drink and some great grub, and not feel like you have to get all dressed up? Depending on where you find yourself in Los Angeles’s 503 miles, check out our favorite new down-to-earth locales. Brouwerij West in San Pedro Who would ever know … Continue reading Casual Drinking and Dining Spots in LA

Melissa CurtinMarch 14, 2017April 14, 2017Leave a comment

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Cuba’s Culinary Revolución: Best Places to Eat and Drink in Cuba

This article was first posted on MoneyInc.com Thanks to friends’ recommendations and extensive research we came to Cuba fully prepared, or what I thought was prepared with restaurants and locations of interest flagged on my downloaded map of Cuba (via the App Maps.Me which allows you to use a map without WIFI). This App is extremely helpful when walking around a foreign city, especially when … Continue reading Cuba’s Culinary Revolución: Best Places to Eat and Drink in Cuba

Melissa CurtinMarch 14, 2017March 14, 20172 Comments

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Emerald Exchange III in Malibu – Raising the bar for Cannabis Culture

Next Saturday on Spring Equinox (March 18), from noon to midnight, join the cannabis industry in an environment where cutting edge business opportunities and education will mingle at a private ranch in Malibu Canyon for the third Emerald Exchange, known as “EmEx.” Spend the day connecting with cannabis products, health and wellness brands, education visionaries, emerging leaders and patient communities amongst the rustic, natural beauty … Continue reading Emerald Exchange III in Malibu – Raising the bar for Cannabis Culture

Melissa CurtinMarch 12, 2017March 24, 2017Leave a comment

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Adam Levine + Sammy Hagar celebrate the launch of Santo Mezquila

Sammy Hagar and Adam Levine launched the first-ever blend of premium Agave distillates called Santo Mezquila. On February 9, 2017 the two achieved a true higher spirit with their new concoction, 100% Blue Agave – commonly known as Tequila, and Espadin Agave, used to produce Mezcal. Born from a creative revelation that Sammy and Adam shared one night in Cabo San Lucas, and honed over two years, Santo … Continue reading Adam Levine + Sammy Hagar celebrate the launch of Santo Mezquila

Melissa CurtinMarch 12, 2017April 1, 20171 Comment

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CROSSROADS Launches Late Night Menu For After Dark Crowd

Crossroads provides a plant-based dining experience like no other, both for die hard vegans and those who might be thinking of crossing over to the light side forever, or just for the moment. Either way, patrons are in for a serious fine dining treat! I for one crave their beautifully crafted cuisine from the instant I leave to the time I enter back through … Continue reading CROSSROADS Launches Late Night Menu For After Dark Crowd

Rochelle RobinsonMarch 2, 2017February 21, 2018Leave a comment

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McDonalds Launch of the Grand Mac and Mac Jr. Sandwiches in Hollywood

Two new sizes of the legendary Big Mac Sandwich — Grand Mac and Mac Jr — complete with live musical performances from Desiigner and Justine Skye were enjoyed as Hollywood starlets sampled cocktails and burgers all night at Raleigh Studios. Partygoers enjoyed the three sizes of Mac Sandwich proving there is truly now a Mac for any moment! Platter of burgers and fries along with the special sauce were passed … Continue reading McDonalds Launch of the Grand Mac and Mac Jr. Sandwiches in Hollywood

Melissa CurtinFebruary 4, 2017February 28, 2017Leave a comment

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Best New Restaurant Experiences in LA

This article was first posted in Resident Magazine. The Los Angeles food scene will help you keep smiling through 2017 with restaurateurs and chefs always creating new dishes and original spaces, from private artsy intimate gatherings, to 1920’s glam supper clubs popping up in random locations. Enjoy Mexican street food with a California-style twist, or feel like you’ve stepped into a new city or another era … Continue reading Best New Restaurant Experiences in LA

Melissa CurtinFebruary 1, 2017March 14, 2017Leave a comment

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A Taste of Cognac

Two ounces of Hennessy VSOP, three-quarters of an ounce each of Cointreau and fresh-squeezed lemon juice. Shake over ice, strain into a sugar-rimmed martini glass and serve up. Voila! The Sidecar. Is there a cocktail so simple, yet so elegant; so refreshing, yet so intoxicating? There are a variety of other cognacs and orange liqueurs you can substitute (Here’s a good analysis of the latter), … Continue reading A Taste of Cognac

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Singing in the Snow at Sundance 2017!

It was an honor and thrill to attend The Sundance Film Festival for my third year in a row, performing at the #IndieLounge and Music Lodge on Main Street during Weekend One! My friends at LaLaScoop asked me to cover my personal Sundance experience as an artist and attendee, so here’s a fun recap of some highlights from my unforgettable weekend! My Sundance began with … Continue reading Singing in the Snow at Sundance 2017!