I Do Not Drink Water Because…
To paraphrase W.C. Fields, I do not drink water because fish poop in it! To my friends who enjoy a glass of wine...and those who don't.
Bacaro LA
With the 20 person table occupying half of the restaurant, health inspectors (performing a surprise and strictly routine inspection), patrons waiting to be seated, and CITYSIPPER editors all vying for their attention, owners Santos Yu and Daniel Kronfli handled the situation masterfully and ensured that all parties left satisfied.
Tastemaker Ann Kirk
The pastry chef for Little Dom's Restaurant, Ann also designs menus and oversees production at Dominick's Restaurant and The 101 Coffee Shop.
Tastemaker Nicole Daddio
Meet Nicole Daddio, a former Associate Producer on the CSI franchise who left the entertainment industry to pursue her passion for wine which resulted in City Sip LA in Echo Park.
Groundwork Coffee Company- Hollywood
In a world filled with corporate coffee chains and fast-food operations now moonlighting as baristas, we seem to get caught up on an inferior product for the sake of time and convenience while sacrificing taste. In contrast, Groundwork coffee understands that enjoying ones cup of Java goes way beyond just the cup itself.
Fitness Trainer Sam Page: Red Wine
As a fitness trainer, I'm often asked about which alcoholic beverages are the best from a health or dietary perspective. Red wine (especially pinot noir) tops the list of healthy alcoholic beverages. Here's why.
Free Corkage @ Street
Learn more about the special offer from Domaine LA and Venokado and how you can get free corkage at Susan Feniger's Street when you purchase wine from two of our favorite wine shops in Los Angeles.
Lilly’s French Cafe and Bar
As one of the first two restaurants on Abbot Kinney, Lilly's has proudly served the Venice community for over 10 years.
Tastemakers John Nugent and Jennifer Morgan
Colorado Wine Company owners John Nugent and Jennifer Morgan have created a business in Eagle Rock which appropriately reflects the neighborhood.
Swork Coffee
Swork Coffee is so that delicious that I've started buying my beans here exclusively. I might go so far as to say I that I look forward to waking up in the morning for my cup of joe brewed with Swork Coffee beans.
Tastemaker Yon Idiart
As the driving force behind Lilly's French Cafe and Bar, Yon Idiart has been proudly served the Venice community for over 10 years.
Verdugo
Super chill, cool bar. Amazing beer. Good prices. Fun people. Good music. Potential food-truck sighting. What's not to love.
Tastemaker Craig Min
Craig Min is our latest Coffee & Tea Tastemaker and CEO of LAMILL, a creative beverage company specializing in rare coffees and teas. Read more about Craig's background and passion for the business.
Dominick’s
With a wine list that includes small production winemakers and local favorites such as Ciu Ciu, Hocus Pocus, and Genuine Risk, Domminick's Restaurant definitely has its finger on the pulse of the local wine scene.
Tastemaker Richard Karno
Owner Richard Karno, began groundwork coffee company in 1990 and has expanded to five retail coffee stores that brew and sell 100% organic coffees and teas.
Free Corkage @ Umami Burger
For any bottle of wine purchased at domaineLA, Adam at Umami Burger will waive corkage at the Umami Burger locations that are licensed to serve wine.
LOCAL TASTEMAKERS...
Tastemaker Jillian ShayerAs Hospitality Manager at Malibu Family Wines and Malibu Wines, Jillian Shayer delights patrons by pouring wine.
Tastemaker George CossetteFormer Campanile Wine Director, George Cossette co-owns Silverlake Wine with Randy Clement and April Langford.
WHERE TO DRINK...
TOP LISTS AND CORKAGE DEALS
NEW REVIEWS
A. Karno on Venice Beach Wines -- the owner, Oscar, understands our neighborhood...
Jonathan Powers on Bacaro LA -- Great article/review! I was actually there on...
Toia Dai Pra on 55 Degree Wine -- Love this place! Great wine, great service...
Deb on Domaine LA -- As a regular shopper at domaine547 and now domaineLA...
Shawn Shai Halahmy on Venice Beach Wines -- Venice Beach Wine is a great place....FEATURES
Hocus Pocus! 1 Brand Becomes 3Amy Christine and Peter Hunken of Black Sheep Finds Wines discuss how they came together, how they make their wines, and how they retain a connection to Los Angeles while producing wines in Santa Barbara County.
Fitness Trainer Sam Page: Red WineAs a fitness trainer, I'm often asked about which alcoholic beverages are the best from a health or dietary perspective. Red wine (especially pinot noir) tops the list of healthy alcoholic beverages. Here's why.
EVENTS AND TASTINGS
Upcoming Events
03/14 55 Degree Wine03/14 Wine Tasting at Venokado
03/26 CITYSIPPER WINE EVENT @ SILVERLAKE WINE
OVERHEARD AT THE BAR
Bin 73 Opens in Marina Del Rey -- EATER LA is reporting that Bin 73, a new wine bar, soft opens on March 9 in Marina Del Rey.
Jamba Juice Serves Up Hot Blend Beverages -- Jamba Juice will also be sampling the Hot Blends beverages on the following dates/locations from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Los Angeles 3rd Street Promenade Location on March 16.
Bolthouse to Open Ultra Lounge Trousdale -- Trousdale will offer guests an exclusive environment to enjoy delicious food from Chef Dana Flores of Bread & Wine, specialty cocktails and music from the hottest deejays.
LA Market Opens at L.A. Live -- The innovative cocktails, handcrafted with fresh ingredients, include The Hollywood Groove, a combination of gin, apricot and ginger, Sweet Reserve, a mix of Woodford Reserve bourbon, grapefruit and honey and Mandarin Thyme with Absolut Mandarin vodka, Aperol and thyme. The wine list places an emphasis on California producers but also boasts a selection of global offerings.-
Community
FEATURED REVIEW
DJS on Lou
"Went to Lou last night and loved it…was shocked to see a good crowd on a Tuesday! Bit of a odd location, but once you’re inside eating you forget about Vine outside. Frisee salad appetizer was good, Scallop entree was great. Also did the trio wine..." (Read More...)Featured CITYSIPPERS
