This year, think outside of the wine or champagne bottle and show your appreciation for the mad skills of the bartender or brewmaster in your life with one of these thoughtful gift ideas. I know a few people, including myself, who would love any of the items on this curated list of boozy gifts. You […]
Drinks
London Calling Cocktail with Homemade Grapefruit Shrub
Just as food tastes better with the addition of acid, the same goes for cocktails. A homemade grapefruit shrub adds brightness to this clean, refreshing gin cocktail that is the perfect antidote to rich holiday foods. Cocktail lovers are seeking authenticity and a return to complex, high-end spirits and, while fall and winter is usually about brown […]
Taste of Summer at Macallans Public House
When the temperature rises in the hinterlands of Orange County, residents often pack their beach gear and head to the cooler coastal areas. But even closer, lies the cool confines of a classy pub called Macallan’s where one can escape and refresh with a lovely taste of summer in hand. Macallans Public House in Brea […]
4th of July Recipe Roundup – Deliciously Healthy and Easy!
When planning your 4th of July party or picnic, its best to rely on simple dishes that are easy to prepare so you can join in on the fun and enjoy the company of your friends and family – unless you’re one who relishes spending half the day in the kitchen or tending the grill. […]
Celebrate Mom with Champagne on Mother’s Day
Champagne is the ultimate symbol of luxury and celebration. Maybe it’s a new year, your best friend’s wedding, Leo winning an Oscar, or brunch with the girls; that pop of the cork instantly sets the mood. And there’s no better way to express your love and appreciation for mom than a bottle of bubbly. But […]
Macallan’s Public House – A New Kind of Irish Pub
At Macallan’s Public House in downtown Brea, you’ll find a connoisseur’s selection of over 200 types of scotch, whiskey and bourbon unmatched in Orange County; an impressive offering of artisanal beers and expertly crafted cocktails. Macallan’s elevates pub fare with generous portions of classic, comfort dishes made with the best, freshest ingredients showcasing the talent of […]
8 Great Beer Cocktails for St. Patrick’s Day
If you’re like me, its been many years since you quaffed a green beer in the name of St. Patrick’s Day – I mean, we’re no longer in college and we have better taste than that, right!? Usually I talk about wine or creative cocktails made from spirits, but there are also some great beer […]
Cocktail Program at TAPS Fish House and Brewery
TAPS Fish House and Brewery in the Irvine Marketplace has launched their “Liquid Assets” initiative on the craft cocktail space with an impressive array of original creative cocktails that rivals those of the finest dining establishments in LA or Las Vegas. Although TAPS is more known for their award-winning home brews (honored as the Mid-Size […]
A New Wine Category To Love: Spiced Wine
After working with the Alcohol Tax and Trade Bureau to create a unique, new wine category for Spiced Wine, Spicy Vines released a Signature Collection of Gold Medal wines including Zinfandel blends, a Chardonnay and a Syrah. Now a boutique winery, Spicy Vines offers a Signature Collection that blends old-world traditions into an artisan taste in wine. […]
Holiday Cocktails Featuring Port Wine
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or looking for the perfect gift, get into the spirit of the season with Sandeman Porto. Port is a fortified wine from Portugal which is most commonly enjoyed as a dessert wine because it is elegant, rich and sweet. There are several styles of Port, including red, white, […]