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Spirits: Flavored Tanteo tequilas paired expertly with Yxta Cocina Mexicana cuisine

admin — Mon, 21 May 2012 23:06:44 +0000

Yzta Cocina Mexicana, the oasis of superb Mexican food nestled east of downtown Los Angeles, played host to a Tanteo Tequila tasting in early April 2012. Tanteo is one of the few premium brands that infuse flavors into 100% Weber blue agave tequila as part of their manufacturing process. Their three flavors were offered neat and in cocktails to a group of tequila loving patrons at the special pairing event. Yxta’s Chef Jose Acevedo presented three tasty appetizers that were served with the tequila. Read More »

Restaurant: District 13 Gastro pub a winner on Cahuenga

admin — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:36:50 +0000

The Cahuenga corridor north of Sunset Blvd. in Hollywood is jammed with bars, clubs, restaurants and hangouts trying desperately to attract the abundant night owls in the neighborhood. Nestled into the middle of a mini-mall at the corner of Selma Ave. and Cahuenga Blvd. is District 13 a gastro pub that stands out from the crowd with an expertly selected assortment of craft beers and some fine pub food. Read More »

Music: Concert: New Orleans Musicians for Obama Fundraising Event Should Be a Blast!

admin — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:29:45 +0000

On May 1, 2012, a unique live music event will take place at Generations Hall in New Orleans. Some of the greatest local, regional and national musicians in America have joined forces to support the reelection campaign of President Barack Obama. This grass-roots effort is called "New Orleans Musicians for Obama" and is sure to be one of the most memorable events of this election year. Read More »

Music: New Releases that Hit the Right Notes

admin — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:51:55 +0000

We receive lots of new albums at JetSetJen for review and many get (and deserve) only one listen. Some recent releases stand out from the crowd and would make any music lover put them in constant rotation. Here are a few of the winners. Read More »

Music: Concert: Skerik’s Bandalabra Funks it up at The Mint

admin — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:50:33 +0000

Skerik brought his saxophone and fine new band to the The Mint in Los Angeles on Monday March 26, 2012. The band kept a large crowd of supportive fans entertained. The show was part of a 14-day West Coast release tour for their new debut album Live At The Royal Room which captured the band's first ever public performance. Read More »

Restaurants: Obika Mozzarella Bar Introduces Gourmet Pizza Menu

admin — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 23:42:48 +0000

On the second floor of the Westfield Century City shopping center is a restaurant that seems to have been transported from a bustling corner of Milan, Italy. Obika Mozzarella Bar is a sleek, fine dining establishment that honors the old world by using fresh ingredients prepared authentically. In addition to a full menu of Italian delicacies, the restaurant has begun serving pizza that compares favorably with some of the best in Los Angeles. Read More »

Music: Concert: The Mickey Hart Band at the El Rey Theatre

admin — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:18:19 +0000

Deadheads young and old came out to the El Rey Theatre to see one of the original members of the Grateful Dead revive some cherished music. On March 2, 2012, The Mickey Hart Band performed in front of a packed house and delivered a night of inspired Dead classics, as well as several intriguing percussion heavy tunes. Read More »

Music: Concert: Dumpstaphunk at The Mint

admin — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 23:36:37 +0000

Dumpstaphunk, the New Orleans band that always delivers energetic live shows, played at The Mint in Los Angeles on March 1, 2012. The five piece group was back in town for another dose of nasty, bass heavy funk that kept the packed house of fans dancing late into the night. Read More »

Parties: Mardi Gras at Glow in Marina Del Rey Marriott

admin — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 22:51:54 +0000

Los Angeles party people celebrated Mardi Gras on Saturday February 18, 2012 at Glow, the nightclub in the Marina Del Rey Marriott. The club and hotel put together a classic New Orleans styled party with music, booze, food and a crowd of attractive attendees. Special menu items and cocktails were created for the evening. Glow was transformed with special lights, decorations and beads. Read More »

Concert: Moksha and Special Guests at The Mint

admin — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:57:47 +0000

Monday night is usually slow at live music venues. The work week has started and not many people have the energy to party late into the night with their alarm clocks set for an early wake up. That did not stop a large group of Phish/Trey fans and curiosity seekers from checking out a show by up and coming band Moksha, who were performing with some special guests. Jennifer Hartswick, Skerik, and Peter Apfelbaum brought their horns for a special night of well crafted music at The Mint. Read More »