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Bravo’s ‘Top Chef: Texas,’ Big as Its Namesake

Published on 2011-10-26 16:27:44

Top Chef returns for it’s 9th season with a record 29 contestants and new judges Emeril Lagasse and Hugh Acheson. See what host Padma Lakshmi and judge Tom Colicchio have to say about the contestants. How big? You already know what the Top Chef competition is all about with the challenges and chef creations from > read more

Get Your Crab On – Dungeness Crab Fair at Chaya Venice

Published on 2011-10-25 16:11:49

If you love eating crab but hate working for it – not a problem, Chaya Venice is doing the work for you! Kicking off this week at Chaya Venice is the Dungeness Crab Fair from October 24th to November 6th. For the next two weeks, Executive Corporate Chef Shigefumi Tachibe – whose formal culinary training > read more

LA Beer Week Closing Festival 2011: Photo Recap

Published on 2011-10-24 13:38:27

Beer lovers lined up at the entrance of Union Station waiting for their commemorative glass of unlimited beer access. Cheers and heckles were heard throughout the day as those same glasses shattered on the floors. Sadly, the LA Beer Week Closing Festival signals the end of LA Beer Week. Check out our photo recap. The > read more

Weekend, What Up! Los Angeles

Published on 2011-10-20 16:11:54

This weekend marks the end to LA Beer Week. Check out all the things to do this weekend on Weekend, What Up! Los Angeles including a vegan food and beer crawl, Okoberfest and a massive beer festival at Union Station in downtown L.A. Friday Whisky Live Gourmet foods, chocolate & whiskey pairing, cocktail demos and > read more

Walmart Plans to Carry Craft Beer and Free Admission Days to National Parks on The Scoop

Published on 2011-10-19 17:27:37

Walmart plans to carry craft beer at their stores. Survey says Christmas travel spending to increase. CNNTravel rates the 15 hotels to stay in before you die. BrewDog plans for a new brewery. Sales are down for big beer companies. Bellagio Las Vegas to get new lounge near the fountains. Free admission days to national > read more

Big Crawl in Little Tokyo Kicking Off at Far Bar Plus a Special Send Off to LA Beer Week

Published on 2011-10-19 04:12:38

Another crawl will be taking over a part of LA this Thursday, October 20. Nine bars have united to represent Little Tokyo for this LA Beer Week event. Get Yo Crawl On Far Bar will be tapping 18 Stone beers including rarities and vintages to start off the event. Then you have your choice of > read more

Meeting of the Culinary Masterminds – Lexus Grand Tasting at the Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival

Published on 2011-10-18 13:10:54

The First Annual Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival kicked off with a bang on Wednesday, October 12 and continued until October 16 all over Los Angeles. The Lexus Grand Tasting Event at L.A. Live, spanning 2 days, was no exception to the excitement. Star studded with celebrity chefs, over 300 wines, and the Lexus > read more

Golden Road Brewery Opens Their Doors for Los Angelenos

Published on 2011-10-17 14:54:10

Last Sunday marks the official opening of Golden Road Brewery, located in Atwater Village, Los Angeles. We’ve followed progress for a while now and were on scene for the debut event where we tried the beers, heard their plans, and found out little more of their beginnings. Focus on Freshness Like Hefeweizens? We’re sure that > read more

Top 10 Haunted Hotels and the Best Burgers in America on The Scoop

Published on 2011-10-17 14:01:22

Travelocity ranks top 10 haunted hotels in the United States. The Queen Mary in Long Beach is ranked at six. Food & Wine ranks the best burgers in America. CNNTravel writes about Ryanair’s 5 money-saving schemes. First commercial spaceport set to open in New Mexico. MillerCoors buys part of Terrapin Brewery. Some San Francisco servers > read more

Boneyard Bistro and The Bruery’s 12 Course Meal: Beer Highlighted Dinner with Patrick Rue & Aaron Robins

Published on 2011-10-17 12:51:46

We wrote about the epic 12 course beer and food pairing that was held at Boneyard Bistro about a couple weeks ago and were on scene for the event. Chef/owner of Boneyard Bistro, Aaron Robins, and brewer/owner Patrick Rue of The Bruery put on a dinner whose focus was on beer. No special theme was > read more

The Dish: House Cured Double Smoked Bacon Skewers from Boneyard Bistro

Published on 2011-07-05 18:36:05

It’s like a lollipop but with pork making it a baconpop. You won’t find the ice cream man selling this … Double smoked bacon on a stick available now from Boneyard Bistro in Sherman Oaks, CA. See the making of today’s dish o > read more

Giveaway: ColLAboration Sunset Strip Craft Beer Garden #1 – Entry & Beers for Two

Published on 2011-07-05 17:15:56

ColLAboration, L.A.’s pop-up craft beer garden, is back for three weekends during the month of July. The events are the brainchild of L.A.’s Tony Yanow (Tony’s Darts Away, Mohawk Bend, Golden Road Brewing, LA Vegan Beer Fest) Rya > read more

Study Shows Why We Keep on Drinking After a Hangover and Five NYC Beer Gardens to Visit on The Scoop

Published on 2011-07-05 15:11:27

Study shows why we keep on drinking even after a bad night of drinking. Arkansas’s Rock Town Distillery release first ever commercially produced bourbon whiskey called “Arkansas Young Bourbon Whiskey”. A bar in Wisconsin is dumping > read more

America Celebrates Independence Day and Interview with BrewDog’s James Watt on The Scoop

Published on 2011-07-04 14:39:01

America celebrates Independence Day with BBQ’s and fireworks. 10 places to celebrate Independence day. USA Network’s Character Approved top 5 parks to visit this summer. The Bar Lounge at the Kitano New York Hotel will offer the Odorouge > read more

Best of June 2011 on Drink Eat Travel

Published on 2011-07-02 14:00:07

It’s that time of the month again! It’s the best of June 2011 on Drink Eat Travel! Enjoy some of our most popular stories from this past month. Drink How to Let Your Palate Identify the Beers You Like Golden Road Brewing Coming to Los An > read more

Specialty Cocktails to Celebrate July 4th

Published on 2011-07-01 14:02:15

If you are looking for a way to add your own fireworks to a July 4th celebration, we’ve got you covered. Celebrate Independence Day with a specialty cocktail! Sweet, spicy, fruity or bubbly — we have a recipe for all tastes! Zarzamora Rea > read more

Seasonal Eats and Crafty Cocktails from L’Auberge de Sedona’s Chef David Schmidt and Todd Brinkman

Published on 2011-07-01 07:01:50

Arizona is not just home to red rocks, cacti and turquoise jewelry. With stellar service and staff, nestled on Sedona’s Oak Creek, it’s no surprise L’Auberge de Sedona has been included as one of the Travel & Leisure’s Wor > read more

Independence Day Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-07-01 01:57:53

Happy birthday America! The long weekend is finally here. Check out our special edition of Weekend, What Up! Los Angeles. Friday Get your holiday drink on at the Eagle Rock Brewery for their Fade to Black event featuring a limited release of their > read more

A Well-Balanced Weekend: Portland, OR

Published on 2011-06-30 16:05:06

We had the pleasure of visiting our northern neighbor and beer mecca of Portland, OR in May to jumpstart our own celebration of American Craft Beer Week. We tried new brews, visited some of the nation’s top beer bars and indulged in delicious c > read more

Giveaway: Two Tickets to Extravaganza for the Senses in Hollywood

Published on 2011-06-30 15:09:54

We spoke to Saban Free Clinic’s Special Event Manager Lenna Poulatian earlier about the event. Now a lucky reader can win two tickets to the Saban Free Clinic’s Extravaganza for the Senses wine and food event in Hollywood on July 16. Expe > read more

Turtles Shut Down Runway at JFK and Oregon’s Craft Beer Production at All-Time High on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-30 13:35:11

Turtles shut down runway at JFK airport. You’ll never guess what they were doing. The tasting room over at Anaheim Brewery to open July 1. Airline ad making fun of former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Oregon’s craft beer production hi > read more

Extravaganza for the Senses Food and Wine Event to Raise Money for L.A.’s Free Clinic

Published on 2011-06-30 02:16:00

The Saban Free Clinic has been serving Los Angeles for over 40 years providing medical care for the people that needed it the most. They are throwing a “Extravaganza for the Senses” food and wine event to raise money. Yummy restaurants li > read more

Katie Lee’s Favorite Summer Cocktails and Eats

Published on 2011-06-29 17:23:37

Chef and food critic Katie Lee celebrated the release of her new book “Groundswell” at the W Los Angeles – Westwood with Gilt City and Downtown L.A.’s The Edison on Tuesday night. We chatted with Katie about drinking and eating in > read more

Beachwood BBQ & Brewing to Open in Long Beach and Beach Quality Report on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-29 13:42:07

Beachwood BBQ & Brewing in Long Beach to open July 5. What if you can get from New York to London in just two hours? Taste of Brew is bringing Oktoberfest to Dana Point, CA on October 15. Airports may be allowed to opt out of having TSA screener > read more

Giveaway: Two Tickets to the 2nd Annual LA Street Food Fest

Published on 2011-06-28 15:01:33

LA Street Food Fest is back! The event will take place in Pasadena on Saturday, July 16 with 65 different vendors from food trucks to celebrity chefs plus a tequila tasting tent and more. We had a blast last year and not it’s your turn. We have > read more

Pucker Up at Stone Sour Fest 2011 [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-06-27 15:17:16

You know you’re at a special beer festival when the left-over kegs at the end of the event were beers from Russian River Brewing Co. Over 49 different sour beers were poured at the Stone Sour Fest at the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Garden > read more

Canfest Returns to Reno and Gay Marriage Law to Boost New York Tourism on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-27 13:42:08

Canfest returns for its 3rd year at a new location in Reno, CA on November 12. 38 Degrees Ale House & Grill in Alhambra, CA is having their barrel-aged beer event on June 28. Experts said the beer industry wasn’t hit as hard as other indus > read more

Vegans Know How to Party Part Deux at the LA Vegan Beer Fest [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-06-26 02:55:46

Hundreds of vegan beer lovers flocked to the world famous Roxy Theatre in Hollywood to participate in the 2nd Annual LA Vegan Beer Fest on Saturday, June 25. Craft brews from Stone Brewing Co., Lagunitas Brewing Company, Firestone Walker Brewing Co., > read more

Beautiful Chaos at Picca with Stephane Bombet and Ricardo Zarate

Published on 2011-06-24 12:03:34

Co-owners Stephane Bombet and Chef Ricardo Zarate are putting the final touches on their new restaurant Picca before it opens on Saturday in Los Angeles. Earlier this week, we caught up with the duo to talk about the new spot and the challenges of op > read more

Otis Jackson’s Soul Dog Whips Up ‘Conscious Comfort Food’ in a Bun

Published on 2011-06-24 11:57:18

Screenwriter Don Scott grew up loving hot dogs and his parents owned soul food restaurants in Cleveland. He blended these childhood memories into his very own restaurant — Otis Jackson’s Soul Dog. These aren’t your  boring ballpark > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-06-23 16:23:33

Now that it’s officially summer, we order you to get outside and enjoy a music festival, or a beer festival, or your own backyard party! Have a happy summer weekend with this edition of Weekend, What Up! Friday See some live music at Open Bord > read more

ColLAboration Beer Garden Pops up on the Sunset Strip and Raunchy Destinations in Europe The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-23 13:21:55

The ColLAboration mobile craft beer garden will pop-up on July 9, July 16 and July 23. All three events will take place on the Sunset Strip right across from the Roxy Theater. Travel and Leisure names the best hotels for 4th of July fireworks. Lady G > read more

Great American Beer Festival Tickets to Go on Sale, U.S. to Launch Trusted Air Traveler Program on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-22 13:22:32

The Great American Beer Festival in Denver, CO is September 29 – October 1. Tickets go on sale June 30. Pre-sale starts June 28 for members of the American Homebrewers Association and the Brewers Association. Delaware Wine & Beer Festival > read more

5 Things We Learned at the 33rd Annual AHA National Homebrewers Conference

Published on 2011-06-21 15:28:24

Thanks to President Jimmy Carter homebrewing was made legal in the U.S. in 1972 (but in 2011 it’s illegal in only Alabama and Mississippi). The American Homebrewers Association was formed by Charlie Papazian in 1978, just six years after the le > read more

Ancient Romans Ate a Lot of Vegetables, Airlines to Charge for Printing Out Boarding Passes on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-21 13:23:42

Romans that lived nearly 2,000 years ago apparently ate a lot of vegetables. The 34th AHA National Homebrewers Conference will be in Bellevue, Washington from June 21 – 23, 2012. How would you like to order room service on an iPad? Spirit Airli > read more

Internet’s Most (In)famous Vegan Talks about Her Vegan Beer Fest

Published on 2011-06-21 12:32:57

Everyone knows someone vegetarian or vegan. Even the majority of the DrinkEatTravel.com staff does not eat meat. It’s as if they are taking over the world. Quarrygirl is one of those people. Her popular website highlights vegan restaurants, dis > read more

Giveaway: Two Tickets to LA Vegan Beer Fest 2011

Published on 2011-06-21 11:25:59

Ladies and gentleman we have two tickets for this Saturday’s LA Vegan Beer Fest brought to you by Tony’s Darts Away, Quarrygirl.com and The Roxy — and they can be yours! The festival will have unlimited pours from craft breweries li > read more

L.A. International Commercial Beer Competition Results, Hot Night Spots Around the World on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-20 16:37:12

The results are in for the 2011 Los Angeles International Commercial Beer Competition and International Wine & Spirits Competition. 20 night time hot spots around the globe. Japan, get ready for spamwich for women. Study shows that one in 13 chi > read more

Golden Road Brewing Coming to Los Angeles from Tony Yanow, Meg Gill and Jon Carpenter

Published on 2011-06-18 23:58:05

Today in Atwater Village Tony Yanow, Meg Gill and Jon Carpenter invited dedicated beer writers and supporters to an informal press conference to discuss and tour his new, giant, massively-massive brewery, said to open Septemeber/October. Meg has work > read more

Golden Road Brewing Coming to L.A., World’s Longest Picnic Table on The Weekend Scoop

Published on 2011-06-18 21:01:39

A new brewery is coming to Los Angeles called Golden Road Brewing located at Atwater Village, CA. Brought to you by Tony Yanow of Tony’s Darts Away and Mohawk Bend. More details soon, stay tuned. United Airline’s computer glitch. How to t > read more

Club Night at The 33rd Annual AHA National Homebrewers Conference [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-06-18 19:13:11

You would think we were at San Diego Comic-Con. Participants were encouraged to dress up during Club Night at The 33rd Annual AHA National Homebrewers Conference in San Diego, CA where over 1,500 conference attendees had a chance to taste beers from > read more

Four to Pour: Saisons

Published on 2011-06-17 18:35:38

The farmhouse ale is a perfect beverage to enjoy as spring turns into summer. For this weekend’s suggested four to pour, author and saison-fanatic Drew Beechum expands on four soft, spicy, hazy recommendations. Four Saisons to Pour Brasseri > read more

Officials Predict Prolonged High Food Prices, Eat Real Festival in Culver City on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-17 15:47:14

Officials predict prolonged high food prices. The Eat Real Festival at the Helms Bakery in Culver City, CA is July 16 – 17. According to Beer & Whiskey Brothers, New Jersey has the best selection of craft beers. Hugo’s Tacos in Atwat > read more

Pro-Brewers Night at The 33rd Annual AHA National Homebrewers Conference [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-06-17 04:50:48

New and established breweries from all over the country gathered in San Diego, CA to pour some of their best brews for the Pro-Brewers Night during the 33rd Annual AHA National Homebrewers Conference. Taste Test Participants waited to try sought-aft > read more

Father’s Day Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-06-16 17:17:14

If there’s one thing I know — Dad’s like beer. Since it’s Father’s Day this weekend, it makes perfect sense that there are a plethora of beer events all over Southern California! If your Big Poppa isn’t a beer buff > read more

Father’s Day Gifts — For the Man Who Probably Gave You Your First Beer

Published on 2011-06-16 14:46:16

Get some last-minute goodies for Dad, or at least some really awesome ideas for presents for the man who likely gave you your first beer. Happy Father’s Day! Have a pint with Pops for us. Hover on the grey dots to learn more about each item. Cl > read more

How to Make Your Travels Meaningful, L.A.’s Seven Grand Updates Cocktail Menu on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-16 11:37:21

Tips on making your travels meaningful. Stuff you shouldn’t do in Japan when traveling. No more chocolate milk for the Los Angeles Unified School District. New Belgium Brewing to be distributed in Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C. City Tav > read more

Randy Clemens Cooks Mitch Hedberg’s Thai BBQ Chicken Recipe [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-06-15 12:22:27

A while back we posted a recipe of Thai BBQ chicken from the late comedian Mitch Hedberg. This week we filmed the process with the help of Randy Clemens, the author of the Sriracha Cookbook. It turned out mighty tasty! See what we came up with. Let& > read more

Inside Lemon Basket from VH1’s ‘Famous Food’

Published on 2011-06-14 16:39:19

It sounds like the beginning of a joke — seven quasi-celebrities open a restaurant on the famed Sunset Strip … but in this case, it’s more than a joke. It’s the premise of the new reality show “Famous Food” and an > read more

L.A. Chef’s Favorite Meats, Sierra Nevada Brewery Close to Finding East Coast Location on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-14 12:41:49

Some of L.A.’s chefs tell us what kind of meat they like to cook with. New beer app officially launched that allows you to rate beers. Atlantic City wants to be sexy. Park City Food & Wine Classic in Park City, Utah is July 7 – 10. Fo > read more

Taste of a Nation Los Angeles: Fine Food and Fundraising for a Good Cause [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-06-13 14:06:37

Share Our Strength’s Taste of a Nation Los Angeles invaded Media Park on Sunday afternoon. The premier event featured samples from some of the city’s top restaurants including Tres by José Andrés, Church & State, Red O by Rick Bayl > read more

Giveaway: Win a Pair of Tickets to the IE Food Truck Fest!

Published on 2011-06-13 13:47:18

It’s time for the Inland Empire to experience the food truck madness! The first-ever IE Food Truck Fest rolls into Ontario. CA this weekend and we want you to go for free! Enter our giveaway for free general admission for you and a guest. Get r > read more

Denver Beer Fest is Back, Apples Have the Most Pesticides on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-13 12:35:04

Denver Beer Fest is back from September 23 – October 1. The most beautiful lakes in the world. German researchers found non-alcoholic wheat beers improves athlete’s health. Apples contain the most pesticides. Gas prices dropping! Guess wh > read more

Dogfish Head and The Bruery to Create Collaboration Beer

Published on 2011-06-10 23:27:02

Delaware’s Dogfish Head and Orange County’s The Bruery are getting together to create a collaboration brew! They’ll be celebrating at The Surly Goat in West Hollywood on June 14. What will Sam Calagione and Patrick Rue come up with? > read more

10 Places to Find Happiness, Alcohol from a Food Truck on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-10 18:18:52

10 places to find happiness. MGM Resorts in Las Vegas have announced a low-calorie cocktail menu including the Drunken Palmer, Berry Skinny, Cosmopolitan “Flaca” and more. A new YouTube video will have you dreaming about San Luis Obispo, > read more

New Food Holiday Proposal: National DonutBurger Day!

Published on 2011-06-10 12:04:58

It started as a joke — what if we combined National Donut Day with National Hamburger Month and created a new heart-stopping food holiday called National DonutBurger Day? Here is the Luther Vandross burger — a hamburger patty with bacon a > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-06-09 17:23:54

Another week has flown by which means it’s time for the weekend! The weekend is packed with events like Taste of the Nation featuring some of the cities best restaurants, the Playboy Jazz Festival, the Food Truck Chow Down and more. They’ > read more

Giveaway: Two Tickets to Johnny Cash Music Festival in Ventura, CA

Published on 2011-06-09 13:30:56

We have two tickets to the Johnny Cash Music Festival and we want to give it to you! The event will showcase music by X, Kris Kristofferson, The Blasters, Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats, Levi Dexter, Buzz Campbell, Hayden Thompson, Omar and the Stringp > read more

Prohibition the Documentary by Ken Burns Coming This Fall, Buffalo Trace to Release Special Bourbon on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-09 12:24:59

Ken Burns’ three part documentary film Prohibition is coming this fall. Some groups in L.A. don’t want alcohol advertisements on bus benches. Should we still travel to Mexico? Two men using an online campaign to buy Pabst Brewing Co. had > read more

33rd Annual National Homebrewers Conference — Seminars Not to Miss!

Published on 2011-06-08 12:57:56

If you were lucky enough to get your hands on tickets to the sold out 33rd Annual National Homebrewers Conference in San Diego, you’re in for a beer-education like no other. The three day conference on June 16 to 18 will feature beer industry v > read more

Meet the Homebrewers of Los Angeles – Skipp Shelly

Published on 2011-06-07 15:02:24

Did you know the American Homebrewer’s Association National Homebrewers Conference is coming up in only two weeks? Last year’s sold-out festival in Boulder, CO had almost 1,300 homebrewers, professional craft brewers and beer enthusiasts > read more

5 Things You Didn’t Know about Tequila

Published on 2011-06-07 12:26:34

There’s so much more to tequila than margaritas and downing too many shots. After visiting the tequila room at Mas Malo in Downtown Los Angeles, we learned about the misunderstood spirit — and are setting you straight too! 5. Texas and C > read more

How to Beat Air Travel Snafus, Surly Goat in West Hollywood Hosts Dogfish Head and Bruery Night on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-07 11:51:05

BudgetTravel.com shows us how to beat air travel snafus. How the government defines what we eat. Silo Vodka Bar in Downtown Los Angeles will officially open on June 11. French Restaurant Week in New York City is July 10 – 17. Woman in China use > read more

Gordon Ramsay Raises the Bar on ‘MASTERCHEF’

Published on 2011-06-06 14:36:39

TV personality and Chef Gordon Ramsay says he’s “excited” for the new season of “MASTERCHEF” — the contestants have stepped it up a notch and they are determined to win the title of “MASTERCHEF.” Let&# > read more

Brü Haus Offers German Beer, Brats and Beets!

Published on 2011-06-06 13:11:57

Judging from the name Brü Haus, one might picture a place that serves frothy beer from a bartender strapped in a lederhosen with a traditional German band playing in the background. This however is not the case. West L.A.’s new spot Brü Hau > read more

Las Vegas Vacation Mistakes, Food Truck Events in Southern California on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-06 11:54:46

Vacation mistakes you can make in Las Vegas. Tips on what not to do at the airport. Frommers.com shows you how to pack light for a vacation. Producer of Great Food Truck Race talks about the show. NoHo Rockin’ Food Truck Fest in North Hollywoo > read more

ColLAboration Craft Beer Garden Round 2: Hollywood [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-06-05 04:29:39

Saturday was the second round of ColLAboration, the pop-up craft beer garden created by Clay Harding, Brian Lenzo, Ryan Sweeney and Tony Yanow. This means there was a ton of great beer available for over seven hours in the parking lot next to the leg > read more

Savor Los Angeles — An Intimate Pairing of Food and Drinks [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-06-03 16:19:48

Savor Los Angeles took place on Thursday, June 2 at Siren Studios in Hollywood featuring samples from restaurants in the Los Angeles area including Auntie Fruf’s Aahsome Fudge, Banger & Smashed, Cast Iron Gourmet, Malo/Mas Malo, Pure Chees > read more

OC Fair Chef Series Includes Rick Moonen, Happy National Donut Day on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-03 13:07:27

The 2011 OC Fair Chef Series includes Duff Goldman, Michael Voltaggio, Carla Hall and Rick Moonen. Happy National Donut Day! Get your free donuts at Dunkin Donuts and Krispy Kreme. Drink yer milk. It’s National Dairy Month! The LA Street Food F > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-06-02 20:31:05

Last weekend signaled the start of summer, but those of us in Southern California might not have known it with all the wind, rain and even snow. If you weren’t totally blown away by that sub-par weather, rest assured we have plenty of events to > read more

Los Angeles Hopes to Attract Visitors with Tourism Marketing District

Published on 2011-06-02 14:08:41

It was announced today that the Los Angeles City Council will create a citywide Tourism Marketing District (TMD). The TMD will be a sustainable new funding stream projected to yield an estimated $11 million a year to market Los Angeles to business an > read more

Best of May 2011 on Drink Eat Travel

Published on 2011-06-02 00:33:56

That was quick! It’s already June, that means it’s time for the best of May on Drink Eat Travel. Enjoy! Drink Southern California Homebrewers Festival is a Big Lakeside Beer Party [PHOTOS] Stone Brewing Co. Announcement Wrap Up: The Cold > read more

OC Brew Ha Ha Beer Fest Returns, Apple Store on Fifth Ave is Most Photographed on The Scoop

Published on 2011-06-01 17:41:05

The 2nd Annual OC BREW Ha Ha beer fest is September 10. Food Truck Chow Down at the Los Angeles State Historic Park is June 11. Fogg-a-Palooza, a four day craft beer celebration in San Diego is June 2 -5. Slot machines at Chicago airport? Twin City T > read more

How to Let Your Palate Identify the Beers You Like

Published on 2011-06-01 16:18:09

Identifying beers isn’t always easy for the casual drinker but for someone to find a beer they’ll enjoy is simple. We enlisted the help of Matt Olesh of Blue Palms Brewhouse in Hollywood to identify some common beer flavors. Let Your Pal > read more

Save Room for Savor Los Angeles’ Food Pairing Event

Published on 2011-06-01 12:02:25

It’s the hottest food event in L.A. this week — Savor Los Angeles offers food pairings from some of the city’s best restaurants, eco-friendly cocktails, craft beer, ice cream and more. Parallel Lines Co-Founder Mike Cruz lets us in > read more

Untappd Mobile Social Network to Hit 1 Million Beer Check-ins

Published on 2011-05-31 15:43:15

Think of it as Foursquare with beer, Untappd is a mobile-based social network that allows you to check-in brews you are drinking and see what your friends are drinking. Untappd has been around since October 2010 and it only took seven months for foun > read more

Giveaway: Two VIP Tickets to Saturday’s Salute Beer Festival in Ojai

Published on 2011-05-31 15:13:23

The Salute Beer Festival is a celebration of finely crafted beer and food in lovely Ojai. This year’s event will take place at the Ojai Beverage Co., one of our favorite bottle shops we’ve come across in our adventures. The festival has a > read more

10 Best Craft Beer Destinations, Entrepreneurs Using Kickstarter to Fund Brewery on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-31 12:04:31

The Street writes about the 10 best craft beer destinations. U.S. restaurant industry remains optimistic. Boston Beer Co. teams up with Robinson’s Prime Reserve for grilling packages. Beachwood BBQ in Seal Beach, CA announces six course beer di > read more

The Bruery’s 3rd Anniversary Bash — It’s a Celebration! [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-05-30 17:44:14

Last weekend craft beer lovers showed up at The Phoenix Cub in Anaheim, CA to celebrate The Bruery’s 3rd birthday. The celebration featured beers from 18 different California-based craft breweries and over 15 Bruery beers. Those that purchased > read more

Science of a Memorable Meal, San Diego Beer Week Preview on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-30 14:10:01

NPR explains the science of a memorable meal. Get Real NY’s Belgian Beer Festival in New York City is July 8 – 9. Las Vegas World Beer Fest kicks off October 13. Drink:Eat:Play’s Block Party in Los Angeles returns July 30. Ab-InBev > read more

Mitch Hedberg’s Thai BBQ Chicken Recipe — That’s One Funny Chicken

Published on 2011-05-29 02:07:37

We’re big fans of the late comedian Mitch Hedberg. The man is not only known for his quirky one-liners, he’s also written some of the best food related jokes ever. Mitch’s website was recently relaunched, filled with notes and unrel > read more

Cocktail Recipes for a Cool Memorial Day Weekend

Published on 2011-05-27 15:15:10

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer and we have the fresh, fun drinks to keep you cool! Whether you are relaxing by the pool or flipping burgers on the grill, sip on something new this weekend and mix up one of these Memorial Day cocktails > read more

Memorial Day Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-05-27 04:55:56

It has been a while since we’ve had a three-day weekend. There is a light at the end of the tunnel! Step into the light with this Memorial Day weekend edition of Weekend, What Up! in Southern California. Find something to do! Friday Pico and R > read more

Waking Up to Brunch at Mas Malo is More Satisfying than a One Night Stand

Published on 2011-05-26 16:14:30

When you’ve had a rough Friday or Saturday night, Mas Malo is there for you in the morning. Mas Malo’s brunch has over 20 items on the menu, fresh coffee and cocktails. If you are anything like us, you will have a hard time picking one di > read more

Gay Pride Cupcakes, Ashton Kutcher Wants You To Go on Vacation, Dogfish Head Brewery Plans to Expand on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-26 11:44:52

Magnolia Bakery is offering vanilla or chocolate cupcakes topped with buttercream and edible rainbow decorations to support Gay Pride 2011. Downtown L.A. residents will receive 15% off their check at Mas Malo Sundays through Wednesdays in June. Don&# > read more

We Learned about Herradura’s Newest Tequila with Food — and an Agave Shaving!

Published on 2011-05-25 17:57:49

It’s taken a while for the word “tequila” to shake off it’s negative connotation. It’s easy to flash to a collegiate montage of blurry drunkenness and bad decisions when someone suggests a round of tequila shots, but not anymore. Te > read more

Las Vegas to Build Giant Viewing Wheel, TSA Says Body Scanners Not Harmful, Best Food Truck Name Ever on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-25 11:40:53

Las Vegas planning two different giant viewing wheels that would be higher than the London Eye. TSA releases new tests stating full-body scanners found at airports are not harmful. Study shows the risk of heart failure is lower in women who ate five > read more

Preview: Mohawk Bend Restaurant in Echo Park is Super Purty [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-05-24 19:18:00

It’s not exactly a secret what Tony Yanow and his talented team have been up to in Echo Park. You can find all kinds of fun in this community, from The Echo’s live music, City Sip’s wine classes, and Origami Vinyl’s walls of r > read more

Why We Should Drink Craft Beer

Published on 2011-05-24 14:15:53

Isn’t beer just a bubbly alcoholic beverage? Not quite! Certified Cicerone Jace Milstead gives us some reasons why you should drink craft beer! Expand Your Palate Quite simply, we should drink craft beer because we deserve it. We live in amaz > read more

Giveaway: Admission to ColLAboration Pop-up Craft Beer Garden in Hollywood

Published on 2011-05-24 01:34:03

ColLAboration, L.A.’s pop up craft beer garden, is back for another round. The event is the brainchild of four of L.A.’s  best craft beer bar proprietors: Tony Yanow of Tony’s Darts Away and Mohawk Bend, Ryan Sweeney of Verdugo > read more

New Food Network Show, Memorial Day Hot Spots, Gas Prices Decline on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-23 13:32:17

Chefs are taken out of their comfort zone in the new show “Extreme Chef” premiering June 30 on the Food Network. Ex- InBev marketing veterans buy O’Fallon Brewery. Hot spots to visit for Memorial Day. Blue Palms Brewhouse in Hollywo > read more

Hot’s Kitchen Makes Masses of Tacos for the Sophisticated Surfer

Published on 2011-05-20 15:33:47

After hanging ten, park your board at the door and grab some grub at Hot’s Kitchen in Hermosa Beach, dude. The food and drinks at Chef Sean Chaney’s newest restaurant are tubular, just like the incredible oceanside location. A SurferR > read more

Great Places to Bar Hop around the World, Noah’s Ark the Theme Park, The Bruery is Expanding on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-20 11:54:34

Best bar-hopping places around the world. Noah’s Ark theme park coming soon to Kentucky. VnC Cocktails expands to Georgia, Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey. The Sierra Nevada Beer Dinner hosted at California Cafe in Los Gatos, CA will tak > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-05-19 19:34:25

According to some people Judgement Day is coming this weekend. Which means you better get ready to party hardy before the world ends with this Southern California edition of Weekend, What Up! Friday Come celebrate the grand opening of the new craft > read more

5 Things You Didn’t Know about the Tuna You Eat

Published on 2011-05-19 17:25:29

We love spicy tuna sushi, tuna tartare and Jim “Tuna” Halpert on “The Office,” but we realized we don’t know much about the salt water fish. We attended a mini-boot camp tuna cooking lesson with Chef-Instructor Michael K > read more

Stone Brewing Co. Announcement Wrap Up: The Cold, Hard, Arrogant Facts

Published on 2011-05-19 13:08:06

Stone Brewing Co. announced big news yesterday and we were in Escondido, CA for all the action. We have the cold, hard, arrogant facts about the 2nd Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens Liberty Station, Stone Farms, Stone Company Store, Stone Hot > read more

Great Vegas Festival of Beer Brings a ‘Hip Beer and Music Oasis’ to Sin City

Published on 2011-05-19 12:03:37

There is a lot more to Las Vegas than the Strip. While we love gambling, the neon lights and nightlife, life off the Strip can be a blast too. On June 18 about 14 miles from the Strip, 100 beers will be flowing at the Great Vegas Festival of Beer. Th > read more

Stone Brewing Co.’s Stone Farms in Escondido to Supply Local, Organic, Sustainable Produce [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-05-18 18:08:20

Today Stone Brewing Co. announced the launch of another new adventure: Stone Farms, a new small-scale farm that will supply organic and sustainable produce to be used at the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens. The farm will also function as a s > read more

An Inside Look at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens in Liberty Station [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-05-18 16:35:18

The new Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens in Liberty Station San Diego was official announced today by CEO & co-founder Greg Koch and President & co-founder Steve Wagner. Check out the first look at the highly anticipated future site of > read more

Coffee Can Help Your Prostate, Buy Bernie Madoff’s Fine Wine, Space Beer on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-18 16:31:59

Coffee could lower the risk of prostate cancer. Gilt Taste opens today. The new store from Gilt offers access to artisan foods and fresh seasonal ingredients from around the world, recipes from chefs and culinary experts and more. Take a trip through > read more

Stone Brewing Co. Plans Expansion in San Diego with Stone Farms, Liberty Station, New Beer Series

Published on 2011-05-18 01:53:28

Stone Brewing Co. is announcing some big news. Already the nation’s 14th largest brewery, and fastest expanding one to boot, the company is officially working on some exciting new projects that are huge — roughly the size of Godzilla̵ > read more

Las Vegas Iconic Hotel Closes, Miami Beach Allowing Food Trucks, Tax-Free Shopping on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-17 13:47:15

Sahara hotel-casino in Las Vegas closed its doors yesterday. Drink:Eat:Play presents its inaugural summer wine festival on the Santa Monica Pier on May 21. The ninth Annual Beer & Sake Festival will take place at the San Diego Marriott Del Mar on > read more

Giveaway: Win Two VIP Tickets to The Bruery’s 3rd Anniversary Beer Festival

Published on 2011-05-16 13:52:14

Orange County’s The Bruery is throwing a huge anniversary beer festival at The Phoenix Club in Anaheim, CA. The festival includes The Bruery’s delicious beers in addition to those from some of our favorite California-based breweries. Rea > read more

Pabst Blue Ribbon Moves West, Sunset Junction Tickets on Sale, Reasons to Travel on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-16 10:40:36

The Pabst Blue Ribbon headquarters is leaving the Windy City for Los Angeles. Sunset Junction Fair in Los Angeles is August 27 – 28. Tickets now on sale. Solar plane takes its first international flight. In honor of Memorial Day, The W Los Ange > read more

We Ate Our Way Through the Taste of the Eastside [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-05-15 23:41:38

The very first Taste of the Eastside brought food fans to Barnsdall Art Park for an incredible event with yummy bites, drinks, authors, artists and music. Local restaurants whipped up incredible taster-size samples of all types of food — Large > read more

Where to Celebrate American Craft Beer Week in Los Angeles

Published on 2011-05-14 22:01:35

Los Angeles! It’s time to get your craft drink on! The American Craft Beer Week kicks off on May 16. We previously showed you how to celebrate, now we will tell you where to celebrate. Monday, May 16 Blue Palms Brewhouse 6124 Hollywood Bouleva > read more

The Taste of the Eastside Combines Good Food, Books and Music

Published on 2011-05-13 10:38:04

The best restaurants from L.A.’s Eastside in one place at one time? Count us in. Yummy spots like Malo (pictured above), Little Dom’s, Hugo’s and more will be at the Taste of the Eastside this weekend. Besides fab food, there will a > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-05-12 18:54:55

Your beloved Team DET is spreading out a bit this weekend, donning a beanie in Portland, toasting the coast in Los Angeles, and brown-bagging it in San Antonio. What are you doing? You’re doing something from this Weekend, What Up! aren’t > read more

Hotels Replace Mainstream Snacks, Save Gas this Summer, Good News for Seattle Food Trucks on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-12 12:54:51

Hotels are looking to replace mainstream snacks with local made candies, chips and beverages. The first-ever Arizona Spring Restaurant Week is May 13 – 22. The results are in for the 2nd Annual Ultimate Wine Challenge held in New York City. Uh, > read more

Pie and Booze are a Tasty Twosome

Published on 2011-05-12 12:21:12

We’ve embraced the frozen yogurt obsession and the cupcake craze — now it’s pie’s turn. Grandma has been baking this dessert as long as we can remember, but now it’s making a comeback — with alcohol as its sidekick > read more

San Antonio River Walk Expansion Brings Blue Star Brewing Company Closer to Downtown

Published on 2011-05-11 13:26:52

It made sense for Blue Star Brewing Company in San Antonio to be in a complex full of art galleries. Joey Villarreal and his wife Maggie have been hand-crafting beer since the they opened in 1996. The brewpub on the south bank of the San Antonio Rive > read more

World’s Largest Ice Cream Cake, Best New Hotels of 2011, Jetblue & Southwest Rated Top Airlines on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-11 11:43:24

A Dairy Queen in Canada made the world’s largest ice cream cake. It weights 22,333.6 lbs. Chef Greg Daniels’ Ghost Chili, Red Savina, and Cayenne housemade hot sauces from taco asylum are now available for retail. During the month of May, > read more

An Inside Look at the Cicerone Program: Education is Key, Even with Beer

Published on 2011-05-10 12:03:32

We spent a morning with the serving staff of the Library Alehouse in Santa Monica. General Manager Thomas Kelley, who is also a Certified Cicerone, requires all his serving staff to be Certified Beer Servers under the Cicerone Certification Program. > read more

L.A.’s Newest Food Truck Heirloom-LA Already Wants to Expand

Published on 2011-05-09 17:28:16

Heirloom-LA officially launched last month and their lasagna cupcakes are the talk of the town. After only a few weeks on the road, Chef Matthew Poley tells us they want to conquer Los Angeles with more food and another set of wheels. The food truck > read more

Outsides Lands Announces Mouth-Watering Food and Wine Line-Up

Published on 2011-05-09 15:57:40

It’s no secret that the Outside Lands music line-up is incredible — Muse, Phish, Arcade Fire, The Black Keys, MGMT, The Decemberists, The Shins and more will take the stage this August. Today the food and wine line-up was announced and th > read more

Unchanged Hotel Sheets, Cost of Owning a Food Truck, Atlantic City’s First Gay Nightclub on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-09 10:48:01

Story of the unchanged hotel sheets from Frommers.com. Los Angeles Times writes about the cost of owning a food truck. And It’s not cheap. New regulations with permits stall San Francisco food trucks. Commercial space travel around the moon in > read more

3 Ways to Celebrate American Craft Beer Week — Passing Out is Not One of Them

Published on 2011-05-06 11:11:01

American Craft Beer week is May 16 – 22. We have some ideas on how you can celebrate! As much as we love to party, American Craft Beer Week isn’t about passing out somewhere. It’s about celebrating the hard work that goes into each glass. > read more

America’s Best Airport Terminal, Chernobyl Open for Tourism, New Freebird World Burrito in L.A. on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-05 16:36:59

Is San Francisco’s Terminal 2 the best airport terminal in America? Craft breweries in Mexico are challenging beer giants. Madison Craft Beer Week in Wisconsin is April 29 – May 8. Women brewers on the rise. Ukrainian government opens Che > read more

Cinco de Mayo & Mother’s Day Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-05-05 11:16:36

There are a bunch of food-related celebrations this weekend in Southern California. So, grab your mother and sombreros and find something to do this weekend with our Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day edition of Weekend, What Up! Cinco de Mayo Thu > read more

Escuela de Agave-Based Spirits at Las Perlas with Raul Yrastorza, L.A.’s Mezcal Advocate

Published on 2011-05-04 16:36:33

We love whiskey, we enjoy gin, bourbon is bodacious. But something has been slightly overlooked in the flourishing craft cocktail scene in Los Angeles … something from very special regions of our southern neighbor, Mexico. What do you know abou > read more

Refreshing Cinco de Mayo Drink Recipes

Published on 2011-05-04 13:50:31

Tequila is synonymous with Cinco de Mayo. Celebrate May 5th by mixing up a classic margarita or something wild! We also have Cinco de Mayo recipes with sake, soju, Hpnotiq and more for the non-tequila drinker. Triple Berry Margarita on the Rocks (Mak > read more

Site Survey: Help us… Help you. Help us, Help you!

Published on 2011-05-04 03:27:48

Hey! In order for us to give you better stories, we are going to need your help. Take this quick and painless survey and tell us a bit about yourself and what type of content you would like to see on DrinkEatTravel.com! And don’t worry all your > read more

Mother’s Day Food and Beverage Gift Guide: More Than Just Fancy Teas

Published on 2011-05-03 17:13:49

You’re not forgetting to celebrate Mom this Sunday, right? Of course not.  Here are some of our favorite picks for her, and some we might just have to enjoy ourselves too. Check it out. Just hover on the grey dots to learn more about each item > read more

NYC Restaurant Week, American Airlines Tests Streaming Videos, Amtrak Turns 40 on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-03 14:04:55

NYC Restaurant Week is July 11 – 24. Fort Collins Brewery in Colorado plans 4,000 sq. ft. restaurant. Hotels give out gas rebates to travelers. The Second Annual Memorial Day City of Angels Wine Fest Charity Benefit in Los Angeles is May 30. Cr > read more

Giveaway: Basket Full of Don Francisco’s Coffee Goodies

Published on 2011-05-03 12:01:50

If you love coffee as much as we do, you are going to want to win this special giveaway! We are giving away a basket full of goodies from Don Francisco’s Coffee! How? One winner will be randomly picked on Tuesday, May 11 and will be contacted > read more

Southern California Homebrewers Festival is a Big Lakeside Beer Party [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-05-02 20:18:14

This weekend the California Homebrewers Association (CHA) celebrated their 21st Annual Southern California Homebrewers Festival at Lake Casitas in Ojai, CA. Dozens of homebrew clubs and commercial brewers came out to pour hundreds of beers on Friday > read more

Lexington Social House Keeps Hollywood Classy, One Hand-Crafted Cocktail at a Time

Published on 2011-05-02 18:12:48

The eclectic menu and posh atmosphere will put Lexington Social House on the map, but the drink menu blows similar establishments out of the water. Bar Manager David Falco and Mixologist Kiowa Bryan tell us about the homemade ingredients (like Pop Ro > read more

Cinco de MALO celebration, Free Ice Cream from Ben & Jerry’s, the Frozen Margarita Machine Turns 40 on The Scoop

Published on 2011-05-02 14:51:17

Malo in Los Angeles and Mas Malo in Downtown Los Angeles will be hosting a “Cinco de MALO Celebracion!” Thursday, May 5 featuring premium tequilas, Chef Luna’s food specials and DJs. Your favorite Sesame Street characters will make an appea > read more

Best of April 2011 on Drink Eat Travel

Published on 2011-05-01 12:36:35

Another month has come and gone. We enjoyed fine beverages, dined on tasty food and traveled a bit too. Catch up on the Best of April 2011, and gear up for a busy month of May! Drink Stone Brewing Co. Oakquinox is a Most Oakcellent Sunday [PHOTOS] C > read more

Drake’s Brewing and Triple Rock Brewery Flow into Los Angeles

Published on 2011-04-29 12:28:55

Get ready Southern California! Two of the oldest breweries in Northern California are coming to town. For two nights Drake’s Brewing Company and Triple Rock Brewery will takeover the taps of Blue Palms Brewhouse in Hollywood and The Surly Goat > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-04-28 19:26:58

I can’t sit ay my desk any longer. It’s time to get out and do weekend things. Go do weekend things like the ones in this edition of the Weekend, What Up! Friday Last Fridays in Santa Monica means music, food, and later store hours along > read more

Café Entourage in Hollywood — Late-Night Dining Has Never Been So Hip

Published on 2011-04-28 16:18:34

When you step off Vine and walk through the enormous glass doors of Café Entourage, you’ll feel like you have stepped onto the set of HBO’s “Entourage.” You might as well be an extra in a scene with Vince, E, Johnny Drama and > read more

How to Save on Vegas Flights, Chicago Craft Beer Week, LA Vegan Beer Fest 2011 on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-28 12:12:15

Airfare Expert Rick Seaney tells us how to save on Las Vegas flights. Salute Beer Festival in Ojai, CA is June 17 – 18. The next ColLAboration Pop Up Beer Garden event in Hollywood is June 4. Travel warning for Americans in Europe will be lifte > read more

Bootlegger’s Brewery Celebrates Three Years and We Learn About Hot Beers [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-04-26 17:39:39

This weekend Fullerton’s own Bootlegger’s Brewery turned three years old. About five years ago, Proprietor and Head Brewer Aaron Barkenhagen began pursuing a school project as a full time job. Aaron and his team have come a long way, now > read more

Happy National Pretzel Day, Minnesota Craft Beer Week is Coming, Ostrich Tacos on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-26 13:48:26

Find out how to get a free pretzel in honor of National Pretzel Day. Dos Equis unveils “Feast of the Brave” — a food truck with “interesting” taco fillings including: ostrich, tongue and veal. The truck will run April 28 – > read more

This Summer’s Hottest Food Truck Events are in the Inland Empire and Orange County

Published on 2011-04-26 12:17:08

One event is for the untapped food truck community of the Inland Empire and the other involves running through an obstacle course in sunny Orange County. We interviewed Event Director Ashley Eliot about the two summer food truck events you don’ > read more

Heirloom-LA Launches Food Truck, Best Credit Cards for Travelers, Deschutes Collaboration Beer on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-25 16:31:32

Heirloom-LA is revealing their brand new food truck at Bar Covell in Los Angeles April 26 from 7 PM – 9 PM. Follow Twitter (@wpheirloomla) for updates. What are some of the best credit cards for your travels? Gas prices in Chicago are the high > read more

2nd 8th Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational in Los Angeles — The Results Are In! [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-04-25 14:29:35

What a beautiful day in Los Angeles for some melted goodness! We were at the 2nd 8th Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational in on Saturday where thousands of grilled cheese sandwiches were judged. Here’s the photo recap and the winners list. > read more

Giveaway: Win a Pair of VIP Tickets to The Bruery’s 3rd Anniversary Beer Festival

Published on 2011-04-25 11:37:39

This year for their 3rd Anniversary, Orange County’s The Bruery is pulling out the stops and hosting an anniversary beer festival at The Phoenix Club in Anaheim, CA. The festival includes beers from many of our favorite California-based breweri > read more

Tuesday’s at Tony’s Features Rare Beers From Orange County’s The Bruery

Published on 2011-04-24 12:29:11

Can’t get enough beers from The Bruery? Here is your chance on Tuesday, April 26 at Tony’s Darts Away in Burbank, CA to taste some of their rare beer available on tap! If You Don’t Know, Now You Know The Bruery based in Placentia, > read more

Cheers to Earth Day with Green and Organic Cocktail Recipes

Published on 2011-04-22 16:39:01

Happy Earth Day! Take a five minute breather from composting, driving your hybrid and shopping with reusable bags because it’s time for a drink! Whip up any of these Earth Day inspired cocktails — and recycle your empty bottles when you a > read more

‘America’s Next Great Restaurant’ Goes to Vegas and Jet-Blue Puts You on the ‘Fast-Track’ on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-22 14:11:19

NBC’s “America’s Next Great Restaurant” hits up Sin City. JetBlue plans to add a “fast-track” security option that will give top-fare customers access to elite security lanes. Library Alehouse’s Annual Belgiu > read more

Eagle Rock Brewery’s Monthly Women’s Beer Forum is Where the Feeling’s Right

Published on 2011-04-21 18:18:01

Eagle Rock Brewery is going to teach the ladies a thing or two about beer. Every third Wednesday of the month, the brewery’s own Ting Su leads a women’s beer forum to show us drinking doesn’t have to be a weak, syrupy experience. Ea > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-04-21 14:35:39

On Thursday, President Obama will be in the Los Angeles area to kiss babies and shake the people’s hands. The Prez will be attending fundraisers at Sony Studios and the Tavern Restaurant and the traffic is expected to be nastier than the usual > read more

BAR BLVD Opens Today — The Only Time it’s Okay to Combine Boulevards and Alcohol

Published on 2011-04-21 02:50:53

Hollywood’s BLVD Hotel + Spa is getting a serious makeover, but before letting everyone know about that, they’re prioritizing properly by opening BAR BLVD first. Welcome to Hollywood, Baby! BLVD Hotel is the perfect destination for anyone > read more

12 Summer Outdoor Music Festivals & Venues You Must Venture to and Why

Published on 2011-04-20 13:11:37

Coachella is over but the summer concert season, as Karen Carpenter put it, has only just …begun. So if you’ve fully recovered from sweating your pants off in Palm Springs, where are you going to take in some tunes in the sun next? Head o > read more

John Besh’s Lüke Brings Local Eats and Craft Beers to San Antonio River Walk

Published on 2011-04-19 17:31:17

Celebrity chef John Besh has seven restaurant’s under his belt and we visited his latest venture Lüke San Antonio River Walk in the Lone Star state. The Louisiana-native launched the German-French restaurant in November 2010. This John’s sec > read more

Viagra Beer Created for Royal Wedding, First Ever Long Island Craft Beer Week, Dominick’s Crawfish Boil on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-19 12:36:02

How about a beer with Viagra? Brewdog launches beer called Royal Virility Performance in time for the royal wedding. First Ever Long Island Craft Beer Week is May 13-22. The Surly Goat in West Hollywood, CA is having their 2nd Annual Lagunitas 4/20 N > read more

Stone Brewing Co. Oakquinox is a Most Oakcellent Sunday [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-04-18 12:35:00

Last Sunday Stone Brewing Co. filled the Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens with barrel-aged and wood-infused beers for their second annual Oakquinox Festival. The celebration of beers whose deliciousness is born from wood offered over 100 be > read more

Stone Brewing Co. Conquers Missouri with Stone Week: Missouri (Starring Nate!)

Published on 2011-04-15 19:21:12

At a time when some of our favorite beer friends are scaling back their distribution, it’s certainly comforting to know that the arrogant bastards at Stone Brewing Co. (we mean that affectionately) will be conquering their 35th state: Mizzou! > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-04-15 14:04:09

Not going to be at Coachella this weekend? That’s okay! There are still plenty of things to do in beautiful Southern California. Get your weekend on after the jump! Friday Downtown Johnny Brown’s in San Diego, CA is having their 3rd Ann > read more

Vancouver Craft Beer Week Promo Video, Wine & Culinary Arts Festival in San Antonio, Top 50 Breweries in 2010 on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-15 12:45:02

Vancouver Craft Beer Week is May 6 – 14. Check out the promotional video above. San Francisco’s Third Annual Premier Food, Wine & Spirits Week is August 1 – 7. Why you shouldn’t complain about the TSA while waiting to get > read more

Fiesta De Los Reyes At Market Square — Party Under The Texan Sun [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-04-14 13:48:19

In a few days Fiesta San Antonio will come to an end. This 11-day annual festival features over 100 events all through out San Antonio, TX. We walked through Market Square for their Fiesta De Los Reyes celebration featuring dancing, live music, food > read more

Magnolia Bakery Offering Passover Goodies, D.C. Gets Own Beer, U.S. Travel Association Wants Less Airport Hassle on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-13 14:07:29

Los Angeles’ famed Magnolia Bakery and simplethings sandwich & pie shop will offer kosher Passover goodies (pictured above) as well as a Gluten-Free Passover menu with recipes from The Shiksa in the Kitchen from April 19 – 25. The U.S. Travel > read more

5 Things We Would Do Differently at Outside Lands in San Francisco

Published on 2011-04-12 13:59:15

The lineup for the 2011 Outside Lands Festival was announced this week with Muse, Phish, The Black Keys, Arcade Fire, Erykah Badu and more scheduled. Last year, the DrinkEatTravel team went to the music, food, wine and art event in San Francisco̵ > read more

We Ate the (Unofficial) World’s Largest Enchilada in San Antonio, TX [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-04-12 13:30:17

Last Saturday, as part of the Fiesta 2011 celebration, over 200 volunteers put together a 300 foot long enchilada at Milam Park in downtown San Antonio. Unfortunately, we were told it did not officially qualify because the enchilada was not made from > read more

Pam MacD’s Market Makes Gluten-Free Shopping a Piece of Rice Cake

Published on 2011-04-12 01:46:53

Your gluten-free life just became a whole lot easier. Pam MacD’s has come the rescue with the soft opening of her all gluten-free market in Burbank, CA. Now you don’t have to read all those labels so meticulously, which means you have mor > read more

Stone Brewing Co. Birthday Party, Magnolia Bakery Donates to Plant Trees, Meet TAPS Brewery Team on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-11 19:19:54

Photo: A growler of Stone Brewing Co. 14th Anniversary Emperial IPA Stone Brewing Co. 15th Anniversary will take place August 19 – 20. Odell Brewing from Fort Collins, CO will release St. Lupulin Extra Pale Ale. NINETHIRTY and The Backyard at > read more

ColLAboration Craft Beer Garden Launches with Tony’s Darts Away First Anniversary [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-04-10 18:33:09

On Saturday craft beer fans swarmed to the first ever ColLAboration pop-up craft beer garden to celebrate Tony’s Darts Away’s first anniversary. The brainchild of four of L.A.’s biggest beer advocates took place on Magnolia Blvd. in > read more

Cruise Tour of the San Antonio River Walk [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-04-09 09:48:41

On board the Rio San Antonio Cruise, we explored the second most popular tourist attraction in San Antonio, TX (The Alamo being the first, of course). The river walk is aligned with restaurants, bars, hotels and shops. If you feel adventurous you can > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-04-08 13:06:34

I’ve been alone with you inside my mind. And in my dreams I’ve kissed your lips a thousand times. I sometimes see you pass outside my door. HELLO, is it me you’re looking for? Stop your search here. There are plenty of things to d > read more

Happy National Beer Day, Secrets to Frequent Flier Programs, OC Fair Returns on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-07 13:23:55

Today is National Beer Day. So, happy National Beer Day! SmarterTravel.com’s Tim Winship tells us the secrets of frequent flier programs. Haven Gastropub’s second location is set to open in Pasadena, CA this fall. The OC Fair returns July > read more

Hollywood’s New Hotspot Gets a Happy Hour, Deschutes Takes Over The Surly Goat, TY KU Lends a Hand to Japan on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-05 16:23:36

Hollywood’s Café Entourage has announced a Happy Hour menu featuring the hotspot’s most popular dishes and signature cocktails available half off on weekdays from 4-7 PM. The Surly Goat in West Hollywood hosts the Deschutes Tap Takeover > read more

West Coast Brews Head East for The Bruery’s Tap Takeover and Collaboration with Cigar City Brewing

Published on 2011-04-04 17:04:23

Tampa craft beer fans will get a chance to taste the first collaboration brew from The Bruery and Cigar City Brewing! Marrón Acidifié will be available at Cigar City on April 8 along with 11 other beers from The Bruery on tap. Collaborate and List > read more

Tillamook Sponsors the Grilled Cheese Invitational, Craft Brewers Conference Recap, OC Wine and Beer Week on The Scoop

Published on 2011-04-01 12:02:26

The 2nd 8th Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational sponsored by Tillamook Cheese will be held at Los Angeles Center Studios in downtown Los Angeles on April 23th from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Five Four Clothing and Wahoo’s Fish Tacos are celebrating th > read more

Stan of Drink Eat Travel to Quit Website

Published on 2011-04-01 02:51:59

Today, co-founder of Drink Eat Travel, Stan Lee has officially resigned. Leaving the Internet blogging world to become who he really is wasn’t an easy decision for Stan, “It was difficult to give it all up but it’s time for me to b > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-04-01 00:33:08

April Fools’ Day is here again! Rub Vaseline on the toilet seat so your roommate slips off, put tape under your co-worker’s mouse so the laser tracker doesn’t work or fill your co-worker’s office with streamers and balloons an > read more

Best of March 2011 on Drink Eat Travel

Published on 2011-03-31 13:32:03

In less than a week we’ll celebrate our first year anniversary! A few major changes are coming but in the mean time check out the best of March 2011 on Drink Eat Travel! Drink Meet the Homebrewers of Los Angeles – Drew Beechum Barbarella Bar > read more

Great Divide Brewing Pulling Out, Spirit Airlines Adds New Fees, Pop-Up Dinner with Walter Manzke on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-30 13:57:09

Photo: Inside Great Divide Brewing in Denver, Colorado. Great Divide Brewing can’t keep up with demands plans to pull out of six regions. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens in Escondido, CA to host the second annual Oakquinox on April 1 > read more

Come Meet Jeremy Cowan of Shmaltz Brewing Co. at Stuffed Sandwich in San Gabriel, CA

Published on 2011-03-29 15:10:13

You’ve tried his brews He’Brew and Coney Island, now you can meet the man behind the beer bottle! Shmaltz Brewing Company proprietor Jeremy Cowan will be signing copies of his new book Craft Beer Bar Mitzvah at Stuffed Sandwich in San Gab > read more

Richard Simmons In-Flight Safety Video, Vegas Mob Experience Opens, Whole Foods Testing In-Store Bar on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-29 12:28:07

Air New Zealand teams up with Richard Simmons for in-flight safety video. Las Vegas Mob Experience, an interactive tour located at the Tropicana Las Vegas opens March 30. Whole Foods testing in-store craft beer/local wine bar. Anheuser-Busch bought > read more

5 Things You Didn’t Know about the Coffee Industry

Published on 2011-03-28 15:13:40

We drink it hot or iced, with soy milk or steamed milk, but how much do we really know about the coffee we drink every morning? I went on an incredible tour of the Gaviña Gourmet Coffee Plant in Vernon, CA. The Gaviña name has been in the coffee bu > read more

Second Glass Wine Riot Comes to L.A. for a Weekend of Wine [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-03-28 13:03:31

Guests tried over 250 different wines from all over the world at the Second Glass Wine Riot on March 25 and 26 at the new Santa Monica Place. The expo-style event also featured wine seminars, a photo booth, DJ and food pairings. Check out our photos > read more

Camarena Taco Truck Back on the Streets, Chef Tom Colicchio Teams Up With HBO, OC BBQ Fest For a Cause on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-25 16:08:40

The Camarena Taco Truck returns to L.A! Following the success of last summer’s run in the City of Angels, Familia Camarena Tequila decided to bring the popular mobile food truck back to L.A. with a new menu, chef and truck wrap. The truck will also > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-03-24 20:00:32

The rain is supposed to go away this weekend here in Los Angeles, so you have no excuse to NOT get out to some of these excellent events from our Weekend, What Up! Friday Santa Monica’s Last Friday is this week! Enjoy deals and extended hours > read more

Giveaway: Tickets to Tony’s Darts Away 1 Year Anniversary — ColLAboration Mobile Craft Beer Garden

Published on 2011-03-24 16:26:20

Love craft beer? This event is brought to you by some of the most popular craft beer bars in Los Angeles. A collaboration between Tony Yanow of Tony’s Darts Away and Mohawk Bend, Ryan Sweeney of Verdugo Bar and The Surly Goat, Brian Lenzo of Bl > read more

Wynn Vegas to Host Vegan Event, Lawmakers Want Californians to Eat Local, How to Pack Less When Traveling on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-24 13:44:18

Wynn Las Vegas is hosting a vegan culinary event during Uncork’d by Bon Appetit on May 7. Bay Area Craft Beer Festival is April 9. Winemedineme.com a newly launched website that offers wine and food pairings is giving away a free night at the W > read more

Drink Eat Travel Show — The One Where We Traveled to a Travel Show [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-03-23 14:35:34

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Riding High in the Sky with JetSuite

Published on 2011-03-22 16:54:46

A wise blue-eyed crooner once sang, “Come fly with me, let’s fly, let’s fly away.” Frank Sinatra’s lyrics rang true as I hopped on the JetSuite Embraer Phenom 100. I only flew around the L.A.-area for 20 minutes (from Va > read more

The Bruery Anniversary Party, Sam Calagione Talks about Beer Trends, Air France Food Truck on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-22 16:00:59

Orange County’s The Bruery 3rd Anniversary Party is May 29. The number of breweries in the United States is at an all-time high. OC Wine Week is September 25 – October 1. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar’s Managing Partner and Somme > read more

Canadian Inuit Games Demonstration — Noel Made it Look Easy [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-03-22 15:06:00

I thought I had a high vertical jump until I met young Noel Cockney. He was representing the Northwest Territories of Canada at the 2011 Los Angeles Times Travel & Adventure Show. The incredible high jumper showed us a series of traditional Inuit > read more

Increasing Visitors at Las Vegas Airport, BrewDog Edingburgh to Open, Chicago Craft Beer Week on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-21 14:31:21

Increasing visitors at Las Vegas airport. Craft beer industry is growing in South Jersey. BrewDog Edinburgh to open on March 22. According to Hotel.com Hotel Price Index the average cost of a hotel room around the word is up 2% in 2010. Chicago Craft > read more

Los Angeles Times Travel & Adventure Show – Most Fun We Had Under Fluorescent Lighting [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-03-21 01:05:50

We brought a camera crew to the L.A. Convention Center for the 2011 Los Angeles Times Travel & Adventure Show. There were zip-lines, scuba diving, rock climbing, knights, pirates and lots of dancing. It was the most fun we had under fluorescent > read more

Jack in the Box Food Truck, Law Against Fee for First Checked Bag, Dark Lord Beer Release on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-18 12:54:18

Jack in the Box food truck? The U.S. Travel Association wants a law against a fee for first checked bag. Three Floyds Brewing Co. releasing their popular Dark Lord beer. Minnesota is getting Alaskan Brewing Co. beers in May. Six restaurant hotels in > read more

St. Patrick’s Day Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-03-17 13:27:11

Less words and more liquid! Let’s get our (responsible) drink on. Check out this St. Patrick’s Day edition of Weekend, What Up! St. Patrick’s Day! Thursday Blue Palms Brewhouse is throwing a party featuring $5 Car Bombs at the top > read more

Drinks (Besides Green Beer) to Enjoy on St. Patrick’s Day

Published on 2011-03-17 13:21:52

We gathered a pot full o’ cocktails for you this St. Patrick’s Day! We love Guinness and Killian’s just as much as the next Irishman, but if you’re in the mood to mix it up, we have the recipes for you! Chambeer A St. Patty > read more

Truly Healthy and Yummy Food at True Food Kitchen in Orange County … and Soon Santa Monica!

Published on 2011-03-16 12:56:59

Guest blogger Betsy Farber lives a healthy life — she loves power yoga, daily vitamins and soy milk. Betsy also enjoys going out to eat like the rest of us, but no one likes to come home from a restaurant feeling full and guilty. Betsy visited > read more

Free Trip to Space, U.S. is the Largest Wine Consuming Country, Travel and Tourism Week on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-16 12:30:31

TripAlertz.com is giving away a free trip to space. Deschutes Brewery in Oregon plans to add 6,750 square feet to its production facility. The 2nd Annual Brews and Blues Festival in Las Vegas takes place June 4. Wake up to a free coffee with any fres > read more

Giveaway: Win a Pair of Tickets to LA Sake Festival

Published on 2011-03-16 11:28:05

LA Sake Festival returns to the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa in Hollywood on March 26 with over 100 brands of sake. We’re giving away a pair of tickets! See how you can win! How? Leave a comment on this post and you are automatically > read more

Inside Look at the Oldest Homebrewing Club in America — Meet the Maltose Falcons

Published on 2011-03-15 11:51:31

The Maltose Falcons Homebrewing Club brewed at home before homebrewing was cool. The club was founded in 1974 by Merlin Elhardt and others who wanted European beer flavors. In order to have these beers in the U.S., they had to learn how to make it th > read more

Lagunitas Brewing Plans Expansion, Japan’s Breweries in Trouble, the Best Amusement Park on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-14 18:25:54

Lagunitas Brewing Co. plans huge expansion. Japan travel updates. Best travel sites to save you money! Ohio’s Cedar Point amusement park wins overall best park of the year. Japanese breweries in trouble. Venice Art Walk is on St. Patrick’ > read more

Giveaway: Four Tickets to Los Angeles Times Travel & Adventure Show

Published on 2011-03-14 03:20:43

One travel convention to rule them all! The Los Angeles Times Travel & Adventure Show at the LA Convention Center is scheduled for March 19 and 20. The show will feature 400 different travel and adventure exhibitors plus an on-site zip line, rock > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-03-11 16:04:28

Our prayers are with the people of Japan and those affected by the tsunami. It’s easy to take things for granted. So, call your mother, father, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, uncle, aunt, friend, significant other and tell them you > read more

U.S. to Cancel Most Flights to Japan, Deschutes Going to South Dakota, Boonville Beer Fest on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-11 10:49:57

U.S. airlines to cancel most flights to and from Japan. Oregon’s Deschutes Brewery will begin selling to South Dakota. This will be the 17th state to carry Deschutes beers. Guinness is no longer Irish? Ladyface Alehouse and Brasserie is having > read more

Japanese Earthquake/Tsunami Web Watch [LIVE]

Published on 2011-03-11 02:25:08

UPDATE: Tsunami watch has been upgraded to a warning for SoCal and Central coast. People in coastal area should prepare for possible evac Tsunami warnings issued for at least 20 countries after quake. Google Person Finder available after earthquake i > read more

AMC’s The Walking Dead DVD Release Party at Vertical Wine Bistro in Pasadena [PHOTOS] [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-03-10 18:23:50

Cast, crew and fans gathered at Vertical Wine Bistro in Pasadena, CA for the season one DVD release of the hit AMC series “The Walking Dead.” Good news — the show earned record ratings and is coming back for a second season! Drinkin > read more

D.C.’s Brewer’s Ball: Raise Your Bottle and Raise Some Dough

Published on 2011-03-09 15:15:48

This isn’t a bro’s beer festival. The Brewer’s Ball is back this weekend in Washington, D.C. with handcrafted microbrews, cuisine from local restaurants and more at the Stars and Stripes Club at Nationals Park. We talked to event co > read more

Female Brewers, Food and Wine in Aspen, 223.8 Billion Bucks from Beer on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-09 12:34:11

Photo: Nancy Gold, President of California homebrew club Maltose Falcons. Female brewers on the rise. The beer industry contributes $223.8 billion each year to the U.S. economy. California’s beer industry contributes $33.2 billion to the econo > read more

Barbarella Bar, Restaurant in Silver Lake — Bringing Sexy Back With Craft Beer

Published on 2011-03-08 18:38:53

Barbarella Restaurant, Bar and Lounge is inspired by the 1968 Jane Fonda film Barbarella. It first opened about two years ago but it wasn’t until the summer of 2010 when their newly hired manager started making changes to bring more craft beer > read more

A Soolip Wedding is a Must-Do for Brides-to-Be

Published on 2011-03-08 18:00:08

Guest blogger Michelle Safron is planning her summer wedding so we sent her to A Soolip Wedding, an extravagant bridal event with a funny-sounding name in Beverly Hills and San Francisco. A Soolip Wedding is a bridal event unlike any other. It’s a > read more

Groupon for Food Trucks, Southwest Price Increase, Dominick’s Pig Roast on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-07 15:05:56

FoodTruckDeals.com launches today. Think of Groupon for food trucks. Frommers.com tells us how to travel on a budget. Southwest increases domestic air travel by ten dollars. NEOMEZE in Old Town Pasadena is expanding their food and drink menu. 2011 OC > read more

Giveaway: Win a Pair of Tickets to Wine Riot Los Angeles

Published on 2011-03-07 14:00:27

Try over 250 wines when Wine Riot invades Los Angeles! Our friends at Second Glass are coming to the left coast to spread the Wine Revolution! We are giving away three pairs of tickets to Wine Riot Los Angeles on March 26. Find out how you can wine & > read more

Truckit Fest at L.A.’s Union Station — We Wish We Had More Room in Our Tummies [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-03-07 12:47:41

It was a gorgeous day in Downtown Los Angeles — the perfect day for a food truck festival! The Truckit Fest rolled out at Union Station on Sunday with over 35 food trucks, local designers and artisans and live music. We got to try the new Jogas > read more

Taste of Greece in O.C., L.A.’s First Native American Food Truck, Huge Carnvial Turnout on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-06 07:27:07

Orange County’s 33rd Annual Greek Festival “A Taste of Greece” is June 24 – 26. 21 airlines fined for price-fixing. Carnival expects to draw 756,000 visitors from all over the world. Charlie Sheen’s “tiger blood&# > read more

Giveaway: St. Patty’s Day Fest Ticket!

Published on 2011-03-04 13:58:24

Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Wear your finest green threads and celebrate with music, dancing, food and drinks at St. Patty’s Day Fest in Hollywood. Pink’s Hot Dogs, Popchips, Fireman’s Brew and Feckin Irish Whiskey > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-03-03 23:02:18

It’s true, warmer days will be here before you know it. We can’t wait to kick it with a cool bevie on a hot porch. Until that time comes, we’ll just have to live vicariously through a tiny plastic mermaid that can somehow suspend he > read more

Minnesota gets Stone Brewing Co., The Walking Dead at Vertical Wine Bistro, Target Brand Coffee on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-03 17:43:35

Stone Brewing Co. starts distribution in Minnesota. To kick off the launch co-founder Greg Koch (pictured above, in the middle) will be throwing events across the Twin City for Stone Week from March 29 – April 2. offManhattan.com rates the best > read more

Dionicess VIII Beer Lunch & Dinner Pairing Double-Down at The Foundry with The Bruery

Published on 2011-03-02 17:17:25

On Sunday the talents of The Foundry and The Bruery joined forces for Dionicess VIII — the eighth installment of beer and food pairings organized by professor and food writer Gevork Kazanchyan. With help from beer consultant David Watrous, Ston > read more

Celebrity Cruise’s Newest Ship, Deschutes visits San Francisco, Beer in Space on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-02 15:18:37

On Monday, Kurt Wenner, 3-D artist, created an art piece in front of the New York Stock Exchange to celebrate Celebrity Cruise’s newest ship (pictured above). Celebrity Silhouette will sail the Caribbean out of Cape Liberty in Bayonne, NJ start > read more

Firestone Walker Brewing Co’s From the Barrel — Event for Bourbon Lovers

Published on 2011-03-02 13:58:48

On Friday, April 8 at the historic Santa Margarita Ranch, bourbons, ports, and barrel-aged beers lovers will be able to experience Firestone Walker Brewing Co. & Santa Margarita Ranch’s From the Barrel event with a Prohibition theme! We L > read more

Meet the Homebrewers of Los Angeles – Drew Beechum

Published on 2011-03-01 12:43:59

Did you know the oldest homebrewing club in America is from Los Angeles? The Maltose Falcons were founded in 1974 by Merlin Elhardt, when it was still illegal to homebrew. Since then the club has grown to 250 members, begetting some of our city’ > read more

Top 10 Airport Restaurants, 1.6 Billion Dollar Stadium in Vegas, Cycle Pub in Oregon on The Scoop

Published on 2011-03-01 12:04:15

Why is beer batter better? mental_floss Blog answers the question. Las Vegas plans 1.6 billion dollar 40,000-seat football stadium. Frommers.com rates top 10 airport restaurants in the United States. Top 10 includes LAX, NY-JFK and Chicago O’Ha > read more

Best of February 2011 on Drink Eat Travel

Published on 2011-03-01 02:14:26

This is a safe place. You won’t find any headlines about Charlie Sheen here. Welcome to March! Here is a list of our most popular stories from February. Drink Celebrate on Sunday with Oscar Inspired Drink Recipes SF Beer Week 2011 Wrap Up! [PHO > read more

Saint Amour French Brasserie in Culver City — Where We Ate Snail! [PHOTOS] [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-02-28 18:52:14

“Escargot, my car go, one sixty, swiftly. Wreck it buy a new one. Your crew run run run, your crew run run.” Those Biggie Smalls lyrics were running through my head when I saw the Escargots en Croute (picture above), snails baked in garli > read more

Pasadena Happy Hour Week, Employee Perks at New Belgium Brewing, Food Prices to Jump on The Scoop

Published on 2011-02-28 13:09:08

Old Pasadena Happy Hour Week is from March 1 – 8 featuring 19 restaurants with extended happy hours. Ancient Nubians may have used beer as an antibiotic. Oskar Blues Brewery posts 60% increase in shipments from last year. FAA predicts that air > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-02-25 14:17:52

If this photo of bacon cheese pizza does not make you hungry, you’ve probably just ate or you’re vegetarian. The weekend is here! So grab some food and drinks, frolic in the rain, tell the ones you love that you love them, sit back and re > read more

Celebrate on Sunday with Oscar Inspired Drink Recipes

Published on 2011-02-24 14:46:10

It doesn’t matter if you think “The Fighter” should win the Oscar for Best Picture and all your friends are rooting for “Black Swan.” There’s one thing we can all agree on. The Oscars should be viewed with a drink > read more

San Francisco’s Good Hotel Loves Pets, Pizza and the Planet

Published on 2011-02-24 12:32:58

If only we could find a hotel in San Francisco that was clean, affordable and green, with free bikes to borrow. What up, Good Hotel! We’ve found a new favorite place to stay and it’s within stumbling distance of City Beer Store and Sightg > read more

Giveaway: VIP Tickets to Truckit Fest at Union Station in Los Angeles

Published on 2011-02-23 14:11:08

Over 40 food trucks will roll into Downtown L.A.’s Union Station for Truckit Fest including Chunk-n-Chip Cookies, Pyongyang Express, The Greasy Wiener, Munchie Machine, Mandoline Grill, and Ahn-Joo. The event will also feature local designers, > read more

SF Beer Week 2011 Wrap Up! [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-02-22 17:16:50

On Sunday, SF Beer Week wrapped up after ten whole days and over 300 events all across the city. The annual extravaganza is organized by the San Francisco Brewers Guild and features seven Bay Area breweries — 21st Amendment Brewery, Beach Chale > read more

Ventura County Brewing On the Rise with Spring Launch of Ventura’s Surf Brewery

Published on 2011-02-22 13:32:02

After wrapping up a career in chemical marketing and sales, what’s a beer-loving surfer to do with himself in Ventura County? Open a brewery, of course. While  northern and southern California are both home to some of best breweries in the wor > read more

President’s Day Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-02-18 13:37:14

Happy birthday George Washington and Abraham Lincoln! Because of their births, it’s a three-day weekend! Find out what is going on this weekend with our President’s Day Weekend, What Up! Friday Outspoken chef/author Anthony Bourdain offe > read more

Get Ready Panama City, FL! The Munchie Machine is Coming to Town

Published on 2011-02-18 11:04:42

Spring Breakers in Panama City, FL will have a chance to taste L.A.’s own Munchie Machine food truck and their award winning Scooby Snack dessert on March 14 – 28. We’ll Watch Anything with Natalie Portman! The whole Munchie Machin > read more

Library Alehouse and Naja’s Place — Where Russian River Beers Will Flow

Published on 2011-02-18 02:49:25

Missed Russian River Brewing Co. Night at the Surly Goat on Tuesday? Don’t worry! Library Alehouse in Santa Monica and Naja’s Place in Redondo Beach will have some of the most sought-after Russian Rivers beers on tap! What’s The Bi > read more

Rokyo Gourmet Ramen Truck — You Had Us at Vegan-Friendly

Published on 2011-02-17 16:41:24

I am not a cook. I can barely man a grill and when I do I am usually asking people around me, “Hey, should I turn this over? It looks burnt.” So, seeing the Rokyo team of Ray Ting, Robert Meaders and Megan Brenner create gourmet ramen i > read more

Stone Brewing Co’s CEO Greg Koch on Why Craft Beer is Better

Published on 2011-02-17 14:39:58

Stone Brewing Co’s CEO Greg Koch explains why craft beer is better for restaurant and bar owners. What do you think? Talk about it! Additional Information http://www.sellingcraftbeer.com/ > read more

Giveaway: 80s Prom Party at The Music Box in Hollywood

Published on 2011-02-16 02:01:47

If you’re a small town girl, living in a lonely world or a city boy, born in South Detroit you might want to pick up some Prince ruffles or Cyndi Lauper leggings. We’re giving away tickets to Drink:Eat:Play’s 80s Prom Party on Frida > read more

Holiday Drinking with Mr. Day — Three Craft Cocktails for Your Valentine

Published on 2011-02-11 23:27:47

Up and coming L.A.-based craft cocktail genius Christopher Day created special Valentine’s Day drink recipes just for you! We suppose you could let your V-day date have one too, but these drinks are yummy enough that you might not want to share > read more

Love is in the Air (and Hair!) on 6th Street in Austin

Published on 2011-02-11 17:00:31

Singles like me are usually lost and forgotten on February 14. Brandon Karam, Matthew Grant, Robert Van Delden, and Ross Mery of SocialDing.com have come up with a way for lone individuals to meet new people during Valentine’s Day weekend with > read more

Santa Monica’s XINO Restaurant Gives from the Heart this Valentine’s Day

Published on 2011-02-11 15:47:49

Guest blogger Amy Robertson visited XINO in the new Santa Monica Place to hear about what they are cooking up for Valentine’s Day. The swanky restaurant has a special menu for lovebirds and 10 percent of all the evening’s proceeds benefit > read more

Valentine’s Day Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-02-10 18:48:10

Let’s be honest, Valentine’s Day is fake. Of course I don’t want to support corporate America by receiving flowers and chocolate and greeting cards that tell me I am loved. Of course I won’t be crying alone in the shower come > read more

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Those Who Love to Drink and Eat

Published on 2011-02-10 16:37:23

You have a whole weekend ahead of yourself to go treasure hunting for treats. Here are some of our favorite picks for the holiday — for yourself or someone else. Check it out. Just hover on the image dots to learn more about each item (you can > read more

Giveaway: Win a Family Four Pack of Tickets to the Santa Clarita Food Fest

Published on 2011-02-09 13:53:45

Vroom, vroom! Over 40 of Los Angeles’ hottest food trucks will be cooking up fresh eats at the Santa Clarita Food Fest — and you can get in on all the action! We’re giving away four tickets to the fest on Saturday, February 19. Conf > read more

Specialty Cocktails for Your Valentine’s Day Delight

Published on 2011-02-08 13:15:21

Play bartender for you and your lover this Valentine’s Day. Mix up one or all of these cocktails and love will magically appear in the air! Don’t worry, singles can enjoy these drinks for an Anti-Valentine’s Day celebration too! Mi > read more

Russian River Brewing Co. Night at The Surly Goat in West Hollywood Makes Us Giggle

Published on 2011-02-07 20:46:10

The Surly Goat in West Hollywood is featuring a night of Russian River Brewing Co. beers with brews that have never been on tap in L.A. We are giggling with delight! We’re Going to Need a Bigger Cab Phil Merkow over at Surly Goat had this to sa > read more

Cupcakes Go Head-to-Head at L.A.’s Cupcake Challenge

Published on 2011-02-07 18:22:56

Crazed cupcake fans packed the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel for the Fourth Annual Cupcake Challenge on Saturday. The event, hosted by Drink:Eat:Play, featured Los Angeles’ best mini-cupcakes from 20 different bakeries. The 650 guests were able t > read more

Check Us Out Tonight on TLC’s ‘The Unpoppables’!

Published on 2011-02-07 18:20:00

It’s the night we’ve all been waiting for — our reality TV debut! “The Unpoppables” debuts on TLC at 8 PM PT/ET and again at 11 PM PT/ET. The show focuses around our very-own Fiery Fiesta bash at the Los Angeles Fire Dep > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-02-04 15:21:37

I had a dream that I bought an one-way ticket to the land of no obligations, no responsibilities, and no attachments. I exited the plane and made my way to the baggage claim. I waited untll the carousels stopped. It seemed like my baggage was lost. I > read more

Rock and Roll Freedom Show is Like Miniature Cirque du Soleil [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-02-03 02:30:30

Despite my lack of rhythm, I enjoy a bit of song and dance. However I am the equivalent of Charles Barkley golf swing of dancing. Luckily for human kind I was attending and not participating. Wednesday night singer Misty Gonzales and her multi-talent > read more

Giveaway: Beverly Hills Wine Festival Ticket!

Published on 2011-02-02 14:35:01

Two lucky oenophiles will win a ticket to the Beverly Hills Wine Festival on Sunday, February 27! The Beverly Hills Wine Festival will feature over 40 different wineries, breweries and spirits and benefits Fran Drescher’s Cancer Schmancer Movem > read more

Celebrate Super Bowl XLV with Drinks, Deals and More!

Published on 2011-02-01 12:52:15

Whether you tune in to the Super Bowl for the game, the commercials, or the players in tight pants, Super Bowl Sunday is a time to celebrate! Find out what events are going down in honor of the big game this weekend. Thursday Texas The Cowboy Gathe > read more

Best of January 2011 on Drink Eat Travel

Published on 2011-02-01 00:27:47

Hey! Remember when we were just ringing in the new year? Well with a blink of an eye it’s now February! Before we know it we’ll be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Christmas all over again. Enjoy this edition of bes > read more

Santa Anita Park Food Truck Festival — Not Your Ordinary Day at the Track [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-01-31 14:10:29

Thousands of hungry people showed up to the Santa Anita Park for their first ever food truck festival. Nearly 20 food trucks rolled into the infield of Santa Anita Park surrounded by fanatic horse racing fans and race horses. Check out scenes from th > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-01-28 13:43:27

The Ice Age is beginning! It’s still only January and the Northeast is covered in masses amounts of snow. It has been the snowiest January on record for New York! Don’t take the warm California climate for granted! Get out this weekend an > read more

Giveaway: Santa Anita Park Food Truck Festival Family Four Pack

Published on 2011-01-24 12:15:40

We’re giving away a family four pack to one lucky reader! The Santa Anita Park Food Truck Festival, a family friendly event featuring 20 food trucks including Brian’s Comfort Truck, Fresh Fries LA, Lobsta Truck and many more to satisfy yo > read more

Sriracha Cookbook Release Party Makes Randy Clemens the Prettiest Girl at the Ball [PHOTOS] [VIDEO]

Published on 2011-01-21 11:48:06

Author, trained chef, and Certified Beer Judge Randy Clemens unleashed his Sriracha Cookbook on the world on Tuesday at the Blue Palms Brewhouse in Hollywood, CA. Proprietor and chef Brian Lenzo rolled out the red carpet and whipped up dishes from th > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-01-20 21:10:42

Sometimes I get sad during bad weather. Sometimes I get sad that I shouldn’t can’t have a beer while kayaking. Thank goodness I found this beauty while floating about last weekend. Find yourself some fun weekend activities on this glorio > read more

The Dog Days are Over with the Phydough Food Truck

Published on 2011-01-20 12:52:09

It’s no surprise that dogs love food, so it was just a matter of time before a food truck for Fido popped up on the streets of Los Angeles! Guest blogger Milo the Shih Tzu grabbed a bite from Phydough and got the scoop about ice cream for our f > read more

L.A.’s Bock Fest 2011 Made Us Feel Like Summer In The Winter [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-01-17 11:49:58

Winter beers from Germany and California were poured on Saturday for the first ever Bock Fest in Los Angeles at the Olympic Collection banquet hall. Other than beers, Bock Fest featured activities like beer pong, and foosball. We were on the scene an > read more

Tasty Awards Show and After Party Hit Hollywood [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-01-15 20:14:02

The Tasty Awards, hosted by Zane Lamprey, honored various television and web lifestyle programs on January 13 at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood. Check out the event and after party in our photo recap. function startGallery_83() { > read more

Tasty Awards Show and After Party Hits Hollywood [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-01-15 20:14:02

The Tasty Awards, hosted by Zane Lamprey, honored various television and web lifestyle programs on January 13 at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood. Check out the event and after party in our photo recap. function startGallery_83() { > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-01-14 14:24:30

Raise your glass! The weekend is here. So, let us get the party started with this list of things to do! Friday Get your grub on at the Gourmet Food Truck Fest featuring 12 of your favorite food trucks like Fresh Fries, Tropical Shave Ice and Ludo T > read more

Dionicess VIII Double Beer Pairing Announced: The Foundry + The Bruery = The FoundRUEry

Published on 2011-01-12 11:27:52

Dio-what? Dionicess is a beer pairing series started by professor and food writer Gevork Kazanchyan. With a passion for fine food and beverage (and inspiration from Dionysis), Gev began these events because he noticed a lack of good beer and food pai > read more

We Invaded Orange County with our Beauty Mob! [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-01-10 12:07:56

We teamed up with a handful of companies for our very first Beauty Mob event at the JL FIT Kettlebell & Movement Gym in Costa Mesa, CA. ONEHOPE and O.N.E. Coconut Water held down the drinks while Popchips and the White Rabbit Truck fed the crowd > read more

Sriracha Beer, Food and Secret Surprises at The Sriracha Cookbook Release Party

Published on 2011-01-10 11:33:25

Sriracha, aka Rooster Sauce, has developed a quasi cult-like following. You might put it on your mac & cheese, pho and sandwiches, but food writer, Certified Beer Judge, and trained chef Randy Clemens incorporates the beloved red heat into everyt > read more

Take a Break for National Coffee Break Day and Win!

Published on 2011-01-09 15:25:56

Stop what you are doing and take a coffee break! National Coffee Break Day is on Thursday, January 20 and Don Francisco’s have big plans to celebrate. They want to know why you deserve a coffee break. Tell ‘em and you can win big! Each d > read more

Eagle Rock Brewery’s First Anniversary Party [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-01-09 00:27:26

Eagle Rock Brewery celebrated it’s first year in business with an anniversary bash today featuring a mini beer festival, food from Grill ‘Em All and Mandoline Grill and music from DJ MoreDillon in a very packed parking lot and taproom. Of > read more

Weekend, What Up!

Published on 2011-01-06 15:40:27

It’s a new year and it’s time to get fit! The DrinkEatTravel.com team like to stay in shape with organized runs (Above: Us after the Great Race of Agoura Hills 10K) and yoga classes. Go for a walk this weekend, hit the gym and eat healthy > read more

L.A.’s Bock Fest Will Warm Your Soul

Published on 2011-01-05 00:16:05

Summer was jam packed with beer festivals and now that winter has arrived, it’s time for a winter beer fest — enter Bock Fest! The festival will feature the best German Bocks and many more winter warmers from all over the world. There ar > read more

Museum of Lone Pine Film History is Full of Yeehaw and Sparkles [PHOTOS]

Published on 2011-01-04 14:43:15

Lots of people head to Mammoth Mountain when the snow starts to dump, and if you’ve been on the 395 yourself you know the drive is full of teeny towns and speedtraps. One of those teeny towns has a hidden gem worth checking out, especially if y > read more

Best of Drink Eat Travel 2010

Published on 2011-01-03 02:48:06

While we’re quietly planning exciting new stories and events for 2011, here is a list of the best stories of 2010 on Drink Eat Travel! Drink L.A.-Based Eagle Rock Brewery Wins Gold at GABF Pro-Am with Red Velvet The Bruery: Ex Law Student Love > read more