(9 minute read) It’s widely accepted that if you hear a song, you would ask who’s performing it. That way, you know to listen out for that same artist in the future, or even look up some of their previous music. If you like a sports team, a news channel, …

The solid dark maroon color will heighten your anticipation for this Cameron Hughes Meritage 2016, LOT 671 from Napa Valley. On the nose it’s restrained with layers of blackberry delivered eloquently and in stages of floral change. It’s a young wine but not too green. Delivers gently on the palate …

Coconut Cartel has partnered with Recess for a new take on the CBD cocktail. Coconut Cartel combines rum aged in Guatemala with coconut water creating a smooth, rich taste. Recess is a sparkling water infused with hemp extract and adaptogens for balance and clarity. Together they create the perfect symbiosis. …

If OZV is the ABC of Lodi Zinfandel, then these three letters which represent Old Zinfandel Vine, are pretty much the starting and ending point, for all things Zin produced in the Lodi region. The pioneering brand comes from a fifth-generation family grape-growers under the Oak Ridge umbrella. For those …

Azuñia Tequila, a premium, organic, estate-crafted tequila has now signed up more than 34,000 people in its rapidly expanding No Plastic Straws 365 Challenge.  To meet the heavy interest, the fast-growing, sustainably farmed tequila brand is adding to their initial pledge of providing a reusable, recyclable stainless-steel straw to the …

Three things before we start: You’re probably not Irish, so stop with the 23 and Me guessing. It’s Paddy, not Patty. Green beer is nonsense. Real cocktail aficionados drink, eh, cocktails. So read on, drink up and get your Irish cocktail in gear. Paddy’s Sour The Study at Yale‘s on …

Birds & Bees, the Downtown LA underground cocktail lounge, has officially launched a new series of cocktails. Bar Manager Jake Larowe takes it to a new level, serving up a diverse menu of flavors, spirits, and drinks utilizing famers’ market fresh seasonal produce, balanced together with a variety of imaginative …

In a city where folks are always in search of the next best place to grab a drink in town, Angelenos can look no further than the hidden gem inside Beverly Hills Italian restaurant Nerano – the BG Lounge. An intimate and elegant cocktail bar accented by extraordinary works of …

A river cruise is a far sail from ocean ship excursions. Forget the big top atmosphere and thousands of passengers on large cruise ships. On a typical river cruise, you may be joined by 150 fellow explorers who also dislike pricey margaritas, massive crowds, and costumed extravaganzas.   We boarded …

Washington State is finally getting the recognition it well deserves. Though the wines from here have been terrific for years, they are comfortably hitting their stride and the winds of change are noticeable with excellent and well-structured wines throughout the state. From Walla Walla Valley comes Cadaretta’s 2015 Malbec, which …

NYC’s newest nightlife and culinary destinations opened at the Moxy Chelsea Hotel this past weekend – and both the property’s sky-high club and Italian restaurant have already seen their fair share of famous faces. Located atop the hotel’s 35th floor, The Fleur Room’s floor-to-ceiling windows had film and fashion’s inner …

March is a time of freshness and newness in Sonoma County, where a highly successful summer concert series tackles a full production of a Broadway musical, a luxury hotel emerges from a complete rebranding and redesign, and new restaurants, breweries, and wine tasting experiences are just waiting to be discovered. …

Enjoy a delicious Lucky Leprechaun cocktail that will make you feel like you found a pot of gold. You’ll want your drink to be cool, so don’t forget to add some Shamrock SMICE Cubes to your festive, fun and boozy cocktails to avoid watering down your favorite drink. This will …