At the top of the Los Angeles’ US Bank Tower (generally known as the “Library Tower” to locals) is 71Above. A relatively new restaurant in a building with an interesting history. Prior to 71Above’s opening in June, 2016, along with … Continue reading
Yes, it is Gin. No, it really wasn’t that great. In fact it was pretty poor, barely drinkable. But it was a lot of fun and I learned a quite a bit. The most important thing I learned is that … Continue reading
I often get asked “What is the best gin?” Apparently some people seem to think I should know. I’m still researching that myself and until I try all the Gins I don’t think I can really give a valid assessment. … Continue reading
Lets see …. I’ve done reviews of Airport restaurants (P.F. Chang’s), restaurants on barques (Moshulu), and restaurants in casinos (Red Oak) and train stations (Traxx). Steakhouses, Italian, Chinese, Seafood, and lounges that don’t even serve food. So clearly I have … Continue reading
I wrote The Perfect Martini Process, V1.0 back in November of 2015, though it didn’t have the “V1.0” notation back then. Since then, I’ve been thinking that it really needed an update to make it more readable, logically organized, and … Continue reading
“If it wasn’t for the olives in his martinis he’d starve to death.” Milton Berle Looking for more outstanding “Martini Quotes”? I believe we have the best collection of Martini quotes anywhere! If you haven’t checked it out … Continue reading
I’m not talking a cup of cheap gin splashed over an ice cube. I’m talking satin, fire and ice; Fred Astaire in a glass; surgical cleanliness, insight, comfort; redemption and absolution. I’m talking MARTINI! Anonymous Those of you with … Continue reading
A friend sent me the following link to “Wine Enthusiast” Magazine with the comment that they were not sure they agreed with the story’s conclusions. And I would agree that I’m not sure I agreed either. But it’s an interesting … Continue reading
I don’t usually drink beer…… He once caught the Loch Ness Monster…with a cane pole, but threw it back When I first heard the Dos Equis ad campaign with “The Most Interesting Man in the World” sometime around 2006 I … Continue reading
Happy New Year to one and all, especially my faithful subscribers. If you celebrate New Year’s Eve with a Martini or two, Celebrate Safely! Please don’t drink and drive. Uber and Lyft will get you home safe. Your family and … Continue reading