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Weekend Getaway: Grand Del Mar

Stories / Top Lists 16 Jan 2015 Mar Yvette

Going on a long vacation isn’t always an option, so when it’s time for a weekend getaway, the key is to go somewhere that truly feels like you’re escaping your regular routine. That’s exactly what you get from the moment you arrive at the Grand Del Mar. This five-star resort is only about 20 minutes from downtown San Diego, but it feels like a world away.

Strange Brew: 8 Beer Cocktails

Top Lists 17 Sep 2011 Mar Yvette

Lagers and stouts and ales, oh my! With the whole mixology craze reaching critical mass, it makes sense that the realm of cocktails has at once moved beyond and returned back to basics. Namely, with beer. For some, wine is too snobby and fruity cocktails are too girly. So it was only a matter of time before the humble brew got its own moment in the spotlight. Here are a few places to find beer cocktails in Los Angeles and beyond.

Sip & Swirl: California Wine Month

Top Lists 10 Sep 2011 Mar Yvette

Did you know that September is California Wine Month? As the producer of more than 90 percent of all wine made in the United States, California is one of the first places that comes to mind when we think about wine. ("Sideways" and "Bottle Shock," anyone?) Which means it's time to try some of our state's fine vintages. Here are a few places around the LA area that are celebrating California Wine Month with special deals.