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Santa Monica's Nightlife Scene: Where to Go After DinnerWhen the sun drops behind the Pacific and the boardwalk lights flicker on, Santa Monica shifts gear. The beachfront town that runs on runners and brunch crowds…
Chilling glassware for cocktails that look as good as they tasteA pristine cocktail begins long before the first ingredient is poured. The vessel it arrives in sets expectations for everything that follows, from the sheen…
The Perfect Old Fashioned: Tips For Customising ItThe Old Fashioned is a study in balance: whiskey, sweetness, bitters, dilution and citrus must work together without one element taking over. Its compact…
A guide to bitters: the cocktail's secret ingredientBitters are the quiet workhorses of the cocktail world. A few dashes of these concentrated, herbal tinctures can transform a simple drink into something…
Why sous vide belongs on the late-night snack menuAt 31TEN Lounge, bar food has a job beyond filling a gap between cocktails. It needs to arrive quickly, stay enjoyable as the evening unfolds and match the…
Cocktail Garnishes That Make a Visual StatementA well-chosen garnish can change the entire mood of a cocktail before the first sip. A curled citrus peel, jewel-like fruit or fragrant herb gives the drink…
Happy Hour Hacks: Maximizing Your 6–8 PM WindowAt 31TEN Lounge on Main Street in Santa Monica, the early evening is designed for a smart start: craft cocktails, shareable food, lounge seating and table…
Table service at an upscale lounge: what to expectWhen the sun drops behind the palm trees along Main Street and the neon flickers on, the kind of night that defines Santa Monica starts taking form. Patrons…
Crafting cocktails with California-made spiritsCalifornia's craft distilling scene has grown from a handful of intrepid producers into one of the most diverse spirit landscapes in North America, with…
How to Order Like a Regular at an Upscale BarWalking into an upscale lounge should feel relaxed, not like an exam. Regulars rarely memorise every spirit, garnish, or wine region. They simply know how to…