Melody Nazarian | January 6, 2011 7:09 amThe savory cocktail trend has been picking up momentum, and I presume it will continue to since the National Restaurant Association just predicted it as a cocktail trend for 2011. I, for one, am really happy about this. While drinks that taste like dessert are yummy, I've always found that my savory side is a tad stronger than the sweet; whenever they have a food fight, savory prevails.Read More
Melody Nazarian | April 27, 2011 8:26 amWhen I made plans to have dinner at Fabio Viviani's restaurant Firenze Osteria (4212 Lankershim Blvd., Toluca Lake, 818-760-7081), I went in expecting good Italian food in a laid-back environment, just like he prepared me for when we spoke. I got that, but the last thing I expected was to land on a savory cocktail goldmine. Fabio!Read More
Melody Nazarian | December 19, 2011 12:12 pmWhile we try to wrap our minds around the fact that 2011 is already coming to a close, we're simultaneously rounding up the hottest everything from the year. Here are the year's most buzzed-about bar openings, top 20 new restaurants, and most fabulous store debuts. Now on to the hottest LA food and fashion trends of the year: fashion trucks, mason jars, savory cocktails, fried egg burgers, juice bars, feather extensions, and so on.Read More
Melody Nazarian | November 7, 2011 7:35 amWhether you're a beer drinker or not, you can't deny the fact that craft beer has taken LA by storm. Pretty much everywhere you go, there's a craft beer menu being sold to you. Now, you can totally ignore the trend and stick to your wine or savory cocktail, but after trying it out during Mohawk Bend's (2141 W.Read More
Melody Nazarian | October 19, 2011 7:36 amPumpkins are a surefire sign that Fall has arrived. To get some as decorations for your house, head down to Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch. But to get the taste of pumpkin in a savory pasta dish, a delicious dessert, or an innovative cocktail, head to a handful of local restaurants that are embracing the bright orange vegetable right now.Read More
Melody Nazarian | May 24, 2011 8:00 amHere's my philosophy on gyms — and I'm certain many of you feel me on this. If I'm going to go the gym to work out rather than sip a splendid savory cocktail at my favorite bar, it better be a kick-ass time. And I mean that in both senses of the word.Read More
Melody Nazarian | May 6, 2011 8:06 amPublic Kitchen and Bar (7000 Hollywood Blvd., 323-769-8888) made its grand move into the Hollywood Roosevelt back in February, wowing guests with its delicious dinner and savory cocktails. Almost three months later, chef Tim Goodell is ready to launch an equally stellar lunch menu. Stop by Monday through Friday between 11:30 a.m.Read More
Melody Nazarian | May 3, 2011 8:08 amWith Cinco de Mayo days away, we've got one thing on the brain: margaritas! Any margarita connoisseur knows that there's a fine line between a smashing margarita and a stomach-turning one. Last week I asked you to share the best concoctions in LA, and this week I present five spots that are all about smashing margs.Read More
Melody Nazarian | September 6, 2011 7:04 amIf you were a loyal customer of the original Killer Shrimp, which closed down its two locations three years ago, you'll be thrilled to know that the spicy seafood joint is back in action with its new massive restaurant in Marina Del Rey (4211 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey, 310-578-2293). "We closed with the intention of finding a bigger space — after 20 years, it was time to expand," owner Kevin Michaels said in a press release. "But we're still the same family-run business, and we still use family recipes."Read More
Melody Nazarian | April 15, 2011 7:40 amIf you haven't tried the organic juice trend that's washing over LA, Liquid Juice Bar is the perfect place to get a healthy start. Its abundant menu reads more like a savory cocktail list sans alcohol. And the best part is every single ingredient is good for you.Read More
Melody Nazarian | January 6, 2011 7:09 am
The savory cocktail trend has been picking up momentum, and I presume it will continue to since the National Restaurant Association just predicted it as a cocktail trend for 2011. I, for one, am really happy about this. While drinks that taste like dessert are yummy, I've always found that my savory side is a tad stronger than the sweet; whenever they have a food fight, savory prevails.
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