Breva Maré Gintonico [CLOSED]
Lauded chef Casey Lane is best known for Italian food. He takes on Spanish cuisine at Breva in downtown L.A.’s recently renovated Hotel Figueroa. To complement the bold food, decorated bar star Dushan Zaric...
SOCA Gin & Tonic No. 2 [CLOSED]
Any neighborhood of note needs a catchy nickname. Since Sherman Oaks may be having its moment, I’ve considered possibilities. I’ve floated ShOaks by a few people when referencing Sherman Oaks, but it probably won’t...
Ty Lounge G&T Sueño
On my honeymoon to Spain, I enjoyed endless variations on the country’s signature cocktail: gin & tonic. It was a welcome surprise to see a similar commitment to the drink at Ty Lounge, the...
Bar Cock Gin Tonic
Gin Tonic has become Spain’s national cocktail. Bar Cock is a great place to order one in Madrid. Emilio Saracho opened the historic bar on a Chueca side street in 1921. Perico Chicote took...
