Sure, sure, everyone’s looking forward to seeing if Barbenheimer will take the top prize Oscar Sunday — but really, no matter who takes home the gold… don’t you want to know what the stars will be eating that night at the after-parties?
The famed art fair, Frieze, returns to LA this week, at the Santa Monica Airport — and features not just a full lineup of galleries, programming, and partnerships… but also a delicious lineup of pop-ups from local restaurants.
Maestro Dobel, the official tequila of Frieze North America and the world’s first Cristalino, is toasting to the return of this year’s Frieze at the Santa Monica Airport by hosting a VIP Happy Hour opening night and opening the lounge to the public through March 3rd.
Frieze LA returns to the Santa Monica Airport this year with a full lineup of galleries, programming, and partnerships.
It’s always a good time to celebrate…especially when you’re celebrating with El Cristiano Tequila.
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A few days before National Margarita Day, El Cristiano Tequila hosted its inaugural mixology workshop at the luxurious Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills. Co-founder Karan Khanna was on hand to help guide us through the class, where all guests learned how to create three cocktails: a “Mighty Pepper” margarita, the “Aloe There!,” and the “El Negroni.”
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Great tequila, like great wine, or really anything in life, is a balancing act. And it’s this balancing act that sets El Cristiano Tequilas apart from others you’ve likely had. While a night out drinking tequila is likely to reward you with a not-so-fun hangover (along with any other regrettable moments, such as dialing an ex), El Cristiano is additive-free and uses only the finest blue agave from Jalisco’s Highlands.
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So you can say adios to that burning sensation that typically comes with a shot of tequila. If you want to get all science-y, it’s said that the burn comes from ethanol in the alcohol, which lowers the activation threshold of VR1 receptors. Do away with the lime chaser by just upgrading to good tequila. (You’re welcome.)
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And for those who may not be as familiar with Jalisco, true tequila can only be crafted in this legendary region of Mexico, much like true champagne can only be cultivated in the Champagne region of France.
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The mixology class is an ideal way to learn how to make some great drinks, whether you could be Tom Cruise’s double in a reboot of the Cocktail movie franchise or whether you’ve never mixed a drink before in your life.
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Guests also enjoyed yummy bites paired throughout the night with the drinks, including spiced chicken samosas with cilantro-lime yogurt, black truffle cheese fritters, and french fries. Yum!
About the drinks:
Both the “Mighty Pepper” margarita and the “Aloe There!” cocktail featured El Cristiano Silver, earthy and sweet with notes of mature fruit, cooked and fresh agave.
The Negroni is a classic cocktail, always made with Campari — but the mixologists added a nice twist by adding El Cristiano Reposado, smooth with light spice notes.
About the brand:
El Cristiano Tequila was born from a close-knit group of friends’ shared passion for tequila and Mexico — as well as over four decades of experience.
You can find El Cristiano Tequilas in stores across the country or check out the online store locator for a shop near you.
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Toast to the glamor of the season (as well as clear LA skies after a few rainy days) by checking out The House of Campari, open to the public on Thursday, February 22 with two separate openings: 4-6pm or 7-9pm. Enjoy the official SAG Awards cocktail, aptly called the Campari Red Carpet (or perennial classics, the Campari Negroni and Campari Spritz) at the West Hollywood event.
HOW TO GO: Reserve your own spot for the special Thursday-only event for the House of Campari.
WHEN: February 22, either 4-6pm or 7-9pm
WHERE: 9169 W Sunset Blvd in West Hollywood
Whether you’re rooting for the casts of Barbenheimer or Poor Things, or even whether or not you’re a card-carrying member of SAG — you can drink to the SAG Awards by RSVP’ing “yes” via the link above… so long as you’re 21, of course. Spots are limited.
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We were invited to the VIP Preview of the event on Tuesday night. Camparino’s Global Head of Mixology Tommaso Cecca flew in from Milan, and was in the speakeasy bar to create the official drink, which came with a specially carved “film reel” orange peel. Because if you’re going to do the red carpet, you want to go beyond leveling up your dress game — but your cocktail as well.
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Hard to predict what Margot Robbie is going to wear on the red carpet (okay, probably 100% likely it will be something Barbie themed), but this cocktail will for sure make it to all the buzzy lists of “best-dressed.”
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A sneak peek of what goes in to make the official drink of the awards show, aka the drink you’ll be wanting to make all year long (awards show or not).
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Ingredients:
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- 0.5 oz Campari
- 1 oz Appleton Signature
- 0.5 oz Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Raspberry-Mint Syrup
- Top with Champagne Lallier Rosè
Method:
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- 1. Combine Campari, Appleton Signature, raspberry and mint syrup and lime juice in a shaker filled with ice
- 2. Strain into a coupe glass
- 3. Top with Champagne Lallier Rose
- 4. Garnish with film reel orange peel
You can also get your drink on at the event with a Campari Negroni or Campari Spritz.
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Chiefs fans. 49’ers fans. Swifties. Everyone was a winner on Super Bowl Sunday who was lucky enough to be invited to the first annual Super Bowl Viewing Party, held by Director and Producer Jonathan Baker and The Creative Coalition.
Jonathan Baker and Richard Kind. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
It was a true Hollywood story with Baker opening up his stunning Mulholland Drive home to over 120 guests. Of course, Baker’s home isn’t just any beautiful home in the Hills. Once the residence of the iconic Warren Beatty, this is a home with stories to tell… both past and, thanks to Baker, present.
AnnaLynne McCord. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
In attendance were such celebrity guests as Harry Hamlin (LA Law), Evan Handler (And Just Like That…, Sex and the City), Richard Kind (Mad About You), AnnaLynne McCord (90210), Kat McNamara (Shadowhunters), Rob Morrow (Northern Exposure), Brooks Darnell (Shadowhunters), Sandra Lee (TV chef and author), Jason Kravits (The Practice), Rachel Boston (Hallmark films), Joel Michaely (Can’t Hardly Wait), and many more. The event was co-hosted by Robin Bronk, Creative Coalition Founder, and Creative Coalition President, Tim Daly.
Brooks Darnell. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
Cocktails came courtesy of El Cristiano Tequila and kept guests partying throughout the entire game — with neat pours from the XR Extra Reposado and Extra Anejo Black Label. Guests also enjoyed drinking Peroni Beer, Casa Luigi Prosecco, Passion Tree Hard Seltzer, Hollywood Vodka, Brothers Bond Bourbon, Essentia water, and Super Natural zero sugar soda.
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Of course, what’s a Super Bowl party without some epic game day snacks?
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Baker and The Creative Coalition leveled up the game with a lavish catering spread that went beyond guac, chips, and pizza by featuring Buca Di Beppo’s signature pastas, appetizers and salads, including their Spicy Shrimp, Caprese Skewers, Chopped Antipasti, Meatless Chopped, Spicy Chicken Rigatoni, Chicken Parmigiana, Fried Mozzarella, Baked Ziti, and Meatballs, and Cannolis.
Guests also snacked on yummy dips and popcorn throughout the night, including options you can find in your local grocery store or easily purchase online for your next gathering — such as gluten-free Penne Straws by Pasta Snacks, Candy Pop Snickers (The official candy of Super Bowl), Cookie Pop Oreo popcorn, and Snack Factory Buffalo Wing Pretzel Crisps.
Kat McNamara. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
Of course, one of the most epic feasts of the night centered on the football and what turned out to be an historic night. Not only because of Taylor Swift’s appearances (And ya know, halftime king Usher’s roller-skating, pumped-up show) but the Chiefs overtime win (only the second time the Super Bowl has gone in to OT).
Harry Hamlin. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
What an epic way for Jonathan Baker and The Creative Coalition to kick off their first annual Super Bowl Viewing Party.
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How can you support the arts and The Creative Coalition? Donate by texting “Give” to “954 PUSH TCC (954-787-4822).”
Rachel Boston. Photo credit: Dylan Riley
Ladies (and gentlemen), it’s time to get frosted.
The magic is back.
This weekend, glam-looking Los Angelenos raced to check out the triumphant return of fan fave Beautycon, presented by Walmart. The weekend-long extravaganza was held at The Reef in DTLA.