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Bartender Los Angeles

Vincenzo Marianella discusses Cocktail Consulting, SHOREbar, Trattoria Neapolis, One Night Stands, Motorcycles + More

I first interviewed Vincenzo Marianella in 2009, and the Copa d’Oro conductor better explained his background and approach at that point. However, we still had plenty to discuss. On May 18, I met with...
Bartender Los Angeles

Interview: Copa d’Oro bartender-mixologist Vincenzo Marianella

When Vincenzo Marianella isn’t behind the bar at Copa d’Oro – which isn’t very often – you’ll find him exploring Los Angeles on his motorcycle. The native Italian built the bar program at Providence...
Bartender Los Angeles

Vincenzo Marianella on the Art of Balancing Cocktails

In the past year, Vincenzo Marianella has vaulted Copa d’Oro to the forefront of the Westside cocktail scene, but it might not be instantly apparent what separates his bar from others around L.A. As...
Gin Los Angeles

Martin Miller’s co-founder David Bromige leads Gin Bar Safari

Martin Miller’s Gin co-founder David Bromige was in town to explore L.A.’s cocktail scene, and L.A. Marketing Manager Silamith Weir invited a few fortunate bartenders and writers to join them for a Westside cocktail...
Bartender Los Angeles

Interview: bartender Joseph Brooke (Copa d’Oro)

Cocktail culture is thriving in large part due to a passionate contingent of exceptional bartenders and mixologists. This feature places a spotlight on the craftspeople behind the bar, and not just the structure itself....