Running a successful restaurant is a labour of love, fueled by the passion to create memorable dining experiences and delight the taste buds of countless patrons. Yet, amid the hustle and bustle of the culinary world, it's easy for expenditures to spiral out of control, putting a strain on the very essence of the business. Effective expense management is not just a luxury. It's … [Read more...]
Food and Drinks
IZO Spirits Review: Mezcal Taste Test With Co-Owner Gaston Martinez
By Kevin Wilkeson, PubClub.com Spirits Blogger There is tequla and there is mezcal. The difference is that tequila is made only from the blue agave plant and must come from the Tequila region of Mexico while mezcal is made from many different agave plants, comes from several areas of the country and is slow cooked, like a roasted chicken. The basic taste difference is … [Read more...]
California Wine Festival Huntington Beach 2023 Dates, Location, Tickets & Wineries
The California Wine Festival returns to Surf City USA with its annual two-day event of wine, food and fun. Comprised of an intimate Friday evening tasting and a larger Saturday event, the California Wine Festival Huntington Beach is set for Nov. 10-11 at the posh Paséa Hotel & Spa overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Both activites involve samples from winemaking regions … [Read more...]
Four Great Cocktails For This Fall And National Vodka Day
The fall is for football, winding down after the summer and preparing for winter. The cocktails of the season reflect this changing mood and here are four great cocktails for this time of the year, especially for National Vodka Day on Oct. 4. The are the Lemon Drop Martini, the Dirty Martini, the Espresso Martini and the Nue Cosmo. The recipes are from Ketel One … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar And Rick Springfield Launch A Spiced Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum
The Red Rocker and singer of "Jessie's Girl" have entered into a collaboration but it's not a song or an album. It's a rum. Sammy Hagar and Rick Sprinfield have launched a Kola Spiced edition of Hagar's award-winning, top-shelf Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum. The rum is crafted in Puerto Rico with all-natural ingredients and top sugar cane in the Caribbean. With an ABV of 35%, … [Read more...]
These Bloody Mary Recipes Feature Root Vegetables From Ketel One Vodka
Football season in the fall often means waking up early on a Saturday or Sunday morning to watch the 'ol alma mater or hometown NFL team, which can be tough thing to do on weekends. Among other things, there's the "hair of the dog" thing at play and early games almost always call for a Bloody Mary. And food of chips, fried items and things that are not so healthy. But you … [Read more...]
Pickleball Cocktails? Yes, And You Can Get Them At These Resorts In Aruba & Cape Cod
Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club on Cape Cod and the Aruba Marriott Resort have combined socializing and exercising by creating Pickleball cocktails. Taking advantage of the pickleball craze – this grassroots sport has cities and resorts turning tennis courts into pickleball courts and tournaments are on ESPN – these two properties have created the equivalent of golf's 19th … [Read more...]
1800 Tequila Introduces 1800 Cucumber & Jalapeño Tequila
The creative team at 1800 Tequila has introduced a flavorful new product, 1800 Cucumber & Jalapeño Tequila. It adds a refreshing spice to tequila cocktails or for sipping enjoyment. Infused with cucumber and jalapeño flavors it delivers full bodied, fresh and spicy variant of tequila. It is bottled at 70 proof and has just 90 calories. Crafted from 100% Weber blue agave … [Read more...]
Rod Stewart’s Wolfie’s Blended Scotch Whisky Launches In America
Rod Stewart has had an "infatuation" before, but now it has to do with Scotch whiskey. The long-time rocker has launched Wolfie's Blended Scotch Whiskey in the U.S., in conjunction with his 2023 North American tour. Already on the market in Europe and the U.K, it is inspired by the legendary musician's early hell-raising days. Stewart's tour started the first of … [Read more...]
Cocktails With Recipes For National Tequila Day July 24
National Tequila Day is July 24 and there's more to make with that spirit than margaritas. And while those are a good use of the agave plant, here's several more cocktails to make with tequila, with the recipes on how to make them. They are from Jason Hedges’ original libations from The Seasonal Cocktail and are the pomegranate and jalapeño infused Honey Badger, the … [Read more...]
Are We Seeing The End Of Beer Festivals?
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Beer Blogger The Oregon Brewers Festival had been in Portland for 30 years, as much a part of the fabric of the city as Mt. Hood and the Trail Blazers. It was held the end of each July in a riverfront park. I know, I stumbled into it one year. Yet the 2023 event was canceled due to lack of interest (note, the organizers did accept an … [Read more...]
1800 Tequila Announces 11th Edition Of ‘Essential Artist Series’ Artwork Bottles
There is an art to making quality tequila and 1800 Tequila believes in supporting artists on its bottles. With that in mind, the brand has announced the 11th edition of its “Essential Artist Series” of bottles. These bottles feature a collaboration with Brooklyn-based contemporary artist and founder of Pioneer Works Dustin Yellin. Through these annual collaborations, 1800 … [Read more...]
Red Rocker Sammy Hagar’s Favorite Summertime Cocktail Recipes
If anyone knows as much about cocktails as PubClub.com – heck, maybe even more – it's Sammy Hagar, the Red Rocker. After all, he's got a song called "Mas Tequila." And as someone who loves living in the sunshine getting a tan and tossing back a few, he naturally has a few personal favorites for the warmest time of the year. Here are some of Sammy Hagar's favorite summertime … [Read more...]
Wine Spectator Announces List Of 2023 Restaurant Awards Winners
More than 3,500 restaurants have been honored by Wine Spectator for its 2023 Restaurant Awards. The number is 3,505 from all 50 states in the U.S. and more than 70 countries. “In a time of technological innovation, restaurants offer the human experience diners are hungry for—listening to their customers and offering personalized experience,” said Marvin R. Shanken, … [Read more...]
Creative Gin Cocktails With Recipes
Besides tonic, what does one add to gin? Well, here are some ideas for creative gin cocktails, with recipes, to make them at home or at parties. These recipes use Gray Whale Gin with sustainably sourced and wild harvested botanicals foraged along the migratory path of the California Gray Whale, including Juniper (Big Sur), Limes (Temecula Valley), Fir Trees (Sonoma), Sea … [Read more...]
Longball Hard Iced Tea Is A Hit With PubClub.com In Taste Test
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Okay, I have to admit, I was initially afraid to try it. Iced tea with alcohol seemed to me to be as bad a match as Brad Pitt and Jennifer Anniston, a quesadilla on the menu of a dive burger joint. This is because of my Southern heritage. In the South, we drink iced tea by the gallons. It's hot and humid there and this refreshing … [Read more...]
National Martini Day Cocktail Recipes Using Ketel One Vodka
National Martini Day is June 19 and to raise the glass in a salute to this famous drink, PubClub.com presents these cocktail ideas and recipes using Ketel One vodka. Originally called the Martinez it was a mix of gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur and orange bitters. But that all changed with the famous words "vodka martini. Shaken not stirred," by a certain British spy … [Read more...]
Dad Drinks – Four Cocktails For Father’s Day With Recipes
Sure, you can get dad a tie or take him golfing for Father's Day. But what about loosening the knot a bit or going to the 19th hole as a bonus gift? Here are four "dad drinks," cocktails for Father's Day with recipes using high-end Ketel One Vodka and Zacapa rum. Ketel One Vodka’s Marvelous Mule is a twist on the classic cocktail, adding spiced honey and peach bitters. … [Read more...]
California Wine Festival Carlsbad Returns In June For 2023
Carlsbad and wine go together like flowers in fields and it's a pairing that brings back a popular wine festival. The California Wine Festival Carlsbad returns to San Diego on Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24 at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort. It features renowned winemaking regions across California, some beers and spirits, appetizers from many of North San Diego County’s … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Perfect Whiskey Miniature Gift
The world of whisky can be a daunting place, with countless varieties and brands to choose from. Whether you're an experienced whisky connoisseur or a novice looking to explore the world of whisky, selecting the perfect whisky miniatures gift set can be a challenging task. But fear not, as we present to you the ultimate guide to choosing the perfect whisky miniature gift. … [Read more...]
Attention Dark ‘n’ Stormy Lovers: Uncle Waithley’s Ginger Beer Is REALLY Good
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger As any sailor knows it's good to avoid stormy seas. Except when it comes to the Dark 'n' Stormy cocktail, of course. Created in storm-heavy Bermuda in the 1800s, this drink has a connection to the sea and the men and women who work and play on it. For the ginger beer to use, Uncle Waithley’s Vincy Brew makes for smooth sailing … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Cocktail Recipes For Mom Other Than Champagne & Mimosas
Mother's Day is a May tradition that honors mom, of course, and all good children help her celebrate by sending her flowers, perhaps some chocolate, taking her to a lunch or brunch or some other form of appreciation. Since it is a celebration, champagne and mimosas are often a part of it, but there are cocktail alternatives. Zacapa Rum and Ketel One Vodka have created some … [Read more...]
AF Non-Alcoholic Drinks: A Review Of These Tasty Drinks With And Without Spirits
One of the beverage challenges people face is drinking something that is healthy yet not redundant or boring. Especially during the daytime when at work and during those those non-cocktail hours. After all, it's not always 5 o'clock somewhere for most of the population. Here's a good option – AF non-alcoholic drinks. AF beverages are 100% natural botanical heat extract that … [Read more...]
Five Top-Shelf Cinco de Mayo Drinks Recipes From 1800 Tequila
Cinco de Mayo is about more than endless shots and basic margaritas. It can also be a time of refined cocktails. With that in mind, here are five top-shelf drink recipes from 1800 Tequila. 1800 Tiendita Margarita Ingredients: 2 oz. 1800 Cristalino ¾ oz. lime juice ¾ oz. agave syrup 3 oz. Jarritos Tamarind soda Tajín, to rim Tamarind stick, to … [Read more...]
1800 Taste Tiendita Ecommerce Shop Photos Cinco de Mayo Celebration
1800 Tequila is kicking off Cinco de Mayo with the launch of 1800 Taste Tiendita, an exclusive retail and ecommerce pop-up featuring curated items from emerging Mexican-American artists. Supporting emerging artists of Mexican heritage, 1800 Tequila is launching the 1800 Taste Tiendita ecommerce shop, powered by COMPLEX, to sell limited-edition luxury items like bespoke art … [Read more...]
Ketel One Botanical Cocktails For 2023 Music Festivals
Music festivals are a part of life in the spring and summer and part of the experience is having a few cocktails before going and/or after the final song for those who travel to the multi-day events. With that in mind, here are some cocktail idea using Ketel One Botanical vodka, including canned cocktails. Ketel One Botanical Spritz Ketel One Botanical Spritz comes in … [Read more...]
KFC To Start Texting Customers Specials And Local Restaurants Information
KFC franchisee KBP Brands is sending positive vibes to customers directly to their phones. In a partnership with a company called, appropriately enough, Vibes, it is providing local store information via text message. Through SMS and mobile wallet via it can send targeted messages to customers based on menu preferences, specials, pricing tier, demographics and competitive … [Read more...]
Where To Find High Quality And Unique Gin And Tonic Cocktails
Gin & Tonic is the signature drink of AC Hotels around the world and for those who like that cocktail, here are some unique, er, twists, on it, at a few select locations. At all AC Hotels there is the AC Signature G&T, made with Hendricks Gin as well as each hotel’s ACGT (A Custom Gin Tonic). ACGTs are served in AC’s specially designed Gin and Tonic glass developed by … [Read more...]
Terry Bradshaw’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Wins Gold Medal
We told you it's good. In PubClub's review of Terry Bradshaw’s Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, we toted its great taste, high quality and great value and our opinions have been validated by the tasting panel of the International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC). Terry Bradshaw’s Bradshaw Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has earned a coveted 95-point gold … [Read more...]
Introducing Cocktail Toppers Pro: Elevate Your Drinks To The Next Level
April 2, 2023 - Cocktail Toppers Pro, the latest innovation in drink garnishes, is now available for purchase. Whether you're a professional bartender or a home mixologist, Cocktail Toppers Pro will take your drinks to the next level with its stunning visual appeal and unique flavor combinations. Cocktail Toppers Pro offers a wide variety of options to choose from, … [Read more...]
The Tequila Shortage Is Real And It May Water Down Your Margarita
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger Wasting away again in Margaritaville may not be quite as pleasant an escape to paradise as in the past. That is because the USA is facing a tequila shortage due to extreme drought conditions and unusually hot weather this winter in Mexico. As a result, agave farmers are warning of a tequila shortage just as demand for … [Read more...]
Drive-In Restaurants Are Fading Away But Some Are Open Near You
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Lifestyle Editor As anyone who has watched even a small amount of sports and has had to endure the countless commercials for Sonic Drive-In knows, drive-in restaurants are still around in America. But overall, they are as faded as an old pair of jeans. As rare as video stores. As vintage as pinball machines. Oh we have drive-thru … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Themed Cocktails From George Roe & Co Distillery In Dublin
What is more Irish than Irish whiskey? Oh, a pint of Irish beer in a pub, a leprechaun and lads named O'Leary and O'Brien, of course, but Irish whiskey is as much as part of the culture as the shamrock. So when George Roe & Co Distillery in Dublin comes up with a few St. Patrick's Day-themed cocktails, you know they are true to the spirit of the Land of Saints and … [Read more...]
National Cocktail Day Zacapa Rum & Ketel One Vodka Drink Recipes
National Cocktail Day is March 24 and this is not a celebration that cocktail lovers should let pass like a TikTok video you don't like. Instead, you should slow down and have one. Or two. Or, well, you get the idea. To help make your "gee, which drink do I want on National Cocktail Day" decision easier, PubClub.com has these drink recipes from Zacapa rum & Ketel One … [Read more...]
10 Things To Know About Kosher Wine
There is not just kosher food, but kosher wine, too. To know more about it, here are 10 things to know about kosher wine. Prices range from $5-500 a bottle. 1) Kosher wine is made in precisely the same way as ‘regular’ wine. The only difference is that there is rabbinical oversight during the process and that the wine is handled by Sabbath-observant Jews. 2) Not all … [Read more...]
What Are Kosher Wines – Your Questions Answered
There are a lot of different wines out there and not just the varietals. A good example is kosher wines. But what the heck are kosher wines? Read on and you'll have the answer. “When it comes to taste, there’s no difference between kosher and non-kosher wine,” said Jay Buchsbaum, Executive VP Marketing and Director of Wine Education at Royal Wine Corp. — the top kosher … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail Recipes From Ketel One Vodka
Vodka for St. Patrick's Day instead of green beer or Irish whiskey? Might as wear red instead of green, right? Well, not exactly. Some people prefer vodka over both and if you're going to do it, you might as well drink quality vodka. Ketel One Vodka knows this and has provided PubClub.com with these St. Patrick's Day cocktails featuring its product. They are the the … [Read more...]
Rock ‘n Roll Hall Of Famer Neil Giraldo Has A Hit With Three Chord Bourbon
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Spirts Blogger “If I cannot drink bourbon and smoke cigars in Heaven than I shall not go.” – Mark Twain Neil Giraldo has been tuned into music since he took up the piano at age 12. And now he is tuned into bourbon. The Rock 'n Roll Hall of fame music producer and husband of Pat Benatar has created the appropriately named Three Chord Bourbon, … [Read more...]
Women’s History Month: Women Employees Make Impact At Zacapa Rum
To honor women across the world for Women's History Month, PubClub.com features employees of Zacapa Rum. Zacapa Rum is rooted in the craft of its network of women from distillation to mixology. Zacapa No. 23 is an aged rum, handcrafted in Guatemala under the supervision of one of the only female Master Blenders in the world, Lorena Vásquez. She is the innovative force … [Read more...]
The Brewers Association Makes Predictions For Breweries In 2023
There is good news and some not-so-great news ahead for breweries in 2023. This is according to the Brewers Alliance, a non-profit trade association for small and independent American craft brewers. It has just released its outlook for 2023 breweries and these here are its key findings: • Brewery openings will be the lowest in over a decade • Distributed craft volume … [Read more...]
Lifevine Makes Zero Sugar Wines That Actually Taste Good
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Wine Blogger Lifevine wines have done the seemingly impossible. It has created wines – good wines! – with zero sugar. It that a dream or what? Now before you go off this article scoffing “that’s impossible” or think I’m living in some fantasyland that was created by a lively imagination, hear me out for a minute. Or two. The grapes … [Read more...]
Sammy Hagar’s Recommendations For Super Bowl LVII Party Cocktails
Sammy Hagar knows how to rock out and he certainly knows a big party event when he sees it. For Super Bowl LVII, he has a few cocktail recommendations featuring his own line of canned cocktails and spirits. He also has a best-selling cocktail book “Sammy Hagar’s Cocktail Hits." Released last March, it contains 85 Personal Favorites from the Red Rocker.” The man sure knows … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes With Ketel One Vodka & Zacapa Rum
Valentine's Day is a time for romance, of course, but you don't always have to go to a restaurant to be romantic. You can stay at home and become a romantic bartender by making drinks. Here are four Valentine's Day cocktails with recipes using high-quality Ketel One vodka and Zacapa rum, including the a Nue Cosmo, which was created by Cocktail Academy for Ketel One Vodka. … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes From Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey
Valentine's Day is not just a time for champagne and fine wine. It can also be a fine time to enjoy romantic cocktails. Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey knows this and has created three Valentine's Day cocktails. The feature the Original and BluePeak whiskeys. Here are the recipes. The retail price of a bottle of Original is $60 and Blue Peak is $50. Cherry Chocolate … [Read more...]
Southwestern College Students Create A Beer With NOVO Brazil Brewing Company
We all know that college students drink beer. But some at San Diego's Southwestern College have created one. In collaboration with San Diego's NOVO Brazil Brewing Company, students from the college's Fermentation Science Program have launched Tzunúm, an Australian Pale Ale. It is that is available on draft only at NOVA's Imperial Beach location. “It was such a … [Read more...]
1800 Tequila Now Served At TIAA Bank Field For Jacksonville Jaguars Games
It's party time at Jacksonville Jaguars games now. A playoff team, it has fans in a frenzy of excitement about the present and the future. And they can now celebrate with 1800 Tequila in the stadium during games as it is the Official Tequila of the Jacksonville Jaguars. It is available at TIAA Bank Field with five game-day cocktails at one of three in-stadium 1800 Tequila … [Read more...]
This History Of Famous Signature Drinks & The Bars That Created Them
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger Ever wonder where those famous drinks served at bars and restaurants all over the world came from and what bar created them? Wonder no more, for PubClub.com has the answer and the history right here. Irish Coffee This warm coffee drink with Bailey's Irish Cream and topped with whipped cream is the creation of the … [Read more...]
There’s No Dry January With These Winter Cocktail Recipes From Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey
If you're one of those who does not practice a Dry January and are looking for some warm winter drinks, this article is for you. That is because there is no Dry January with these winter cocktail recipes from Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey. This unique spirit is made in in Denver with Rocky Mountain ingredients and both Stranahan’s Original and Blue Peak bring bold and rich … [Read more...]
Yes, There Is A Beer Can Appreciation Day And It’s Jan. 24
Ahhh, beer. The cause of, and solution to, all of life's problems, to quote Homer Simpson. Yet in this day of the craft beer craze where bars have sometimes dozens of taps, there is a day to recognize a beer lovers standard: canned beer. It's Beer Can Appreciation Day and it's Jan. 24. Yes, there really is a Beer Can Appreciation Day and it was created to acknowledge and … [Read more...]
10 Best Beer Cities For Beer Drinkers In The U.S.
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com's Chief Beer Drinker Ahh, beer. "The cause of, and solution to, all of live's problems", to quote Homer Simpson. It is certainly a part of the American lifestyle. It's hard to imagine going to a bar, a baseball game, watching sports, being at a concert, a backyard barbeque, at the the lake or just kicking back on the porch on a nice day … [Read more...]
1800 Clarified Cocktails – Tequila-Based Holiday Drinks & Recipes
To put a little Feliz Navidad in your holiday sprits, check out these 1800 Clarified Cocktails using 1800 Tequila, an ultra-premium añejo with the clarity of a blanco. They are best enjoyed on a warm beach, or at least with being on a warm beach in your mind. 1800 Café Cristalino 1 ½ oz. 1800 Cristalino 1 oz. clarified Espresso Coffee ½ oz. demerara syrup … [Read more...]
New Year’s Eve Cocktails & Recipes From Zacapa Rum
You're hosting a New Year's Eve party and of course you need cocktails. Maybe you're not a bartender but you really really impress one of the guests – someone you can get under the mistletoe or ring in the New Year with a kiss. Well, not to worry, for here are cocktails and recipes using Zacapa Rum, a premium rum from Guatemala that will put everyone at the party in a Happy … [Read more...]
Get Drake’s Favorite Meals Delivered To Your Door With MicroPlate Dinners
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Food Blogger As it turns out, I have something in common with Drake. It's certainly not an ability to rap and sing, but it's what we eat. It's through a Southern California startup called MicroPlate and it's delivered-to-your-doorstep healthy meals. Drake and other celebrities use it to eat healthy on the road and that's certainly one … [Read more...]
El Cristiano Has This Holiday Gift Box For Tequila Lovers
Some people are easy to shop for and some are not. One sure-fire way to get a great gift is to give them something they really enjoy. For tequila lovers, El Cristiano has a customizable holiday gift box that they will definitley enjoy, so much so they might even share some of it with you. And if they don't, then next year give it to another tequila lover who will, ha. El … [Read more...]
Holiday Drink Recipes With 1800 Cristalino And Añejo Tequila
The holidays are not just a time for spiked punches and rum-filled egg nog. They can be a time to drink tequila, too. And here are recipes for three creative cocktails using high-quality 1800 Cristalino and Añejo Tequila. Okay, one of them is a punch and you can be sure it packs a punch, too. The 1800 Añejo sells for $43, and 1800 Cristalino has an MSRP of $63. Rosemary … [Read more...]
2022 Michelin Guide California Recognizes 18 New Starred Restaurants
When you're in California, you can pretty much be assured of two things: sunshine and great food. Well, okay traffic is another thing but it's worth it if you go to any of the 599 restaurants restaurants – including 18 news ones – in the 2022 MICHELIN Guide California. This includes a coveted three-star rating for Addison at Del Mar's spectacular Del Mar Fairmont where, … [Read more...]
Sourced Craft Cocktails Delivers Drinks To Your Door
Hosting a party takes a lot of effort, from inviting people to wondering how many of them will show up, to any decorations, cleaning the place, preparing food and – of course – the drinks. Now imagine having not to worry about the drinks. Believe it or not, there is a company that delivers cocktails to your door. It's Sourced Craft Cocktails and everything you need comes in … [Read more...]
Añejo And Reposado Cocktail Recipes From JAJA Tequila
There's more to do with tequila than slam shots of it and make margaritas. Although those are good uses for it to be sure. But for something different, check out these añejo and reposado cocktail recipes from JAJA Tequila. JAJA Vanilla + Cola Ingredients: 2 oz. JAJA Añejo 1-2 lime wedges Vanilla Cola, to top Directions: Combine JAJA Añejo and a squeeze or … [Read more...]
Ketel One Botanical & New York Designer Susan Alexandra Pair For A Holiday Party Collection
Ketel One Botanical and popular New York City-based designer Susan Alexandra have again partnered to create a botanical-inspired collection, ideal for holiday parties. The Ketel One Botanical x Susan Alexandra holiday collection includes hand-blown glass straws, delicately embroidered napkins, beaded coasters, and the centerpiece of the collection, the Beverage Bag, a Susan … [Read more...]
A Holiday Gift Idea For Rum Lovers With Zacapa XO Rum & Baccarat
Finding a holiday gift for rum lovers is easy – get them a bottle of rum, of course. But what kind, especially if you yourself do not know much about that spirit? Well, here's a suggestion if you've got a few dollars to spend: Zacapa XO rum. You can even take it to the next level by pairing it with tumblers from Baccarat. This is an exclusive set of crystal glassware … [Read more...]
Southern Foods This Southerner Won’t Touch
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Food Blogger Proudly, I am a Southerner and now that I live in California there are some standard foods I miss because they are not widely available here. Really good fried chicken, chicken fried steak, biscuits and gravy, cole slaw, pork and beans, cornbread and potato salad ... But there are other Souther foods that I never liked that … [Read more...]
Terry Bradshaw Bourbon Review, Tasting, Notes & Information
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com I like Terry Bradshaw. Oh, I've never met him but I have a feeling we would get along great because we would understand each other. He's a sports guy and I'm a sports guy. I love football and he played football. He's from the South (Louisiana) and I'm from the South (Tennessee). But beyond that, he's done something that really has me … [Read more...]
Here’s A Cheers To Fred Franzia, The Man Who Gave Us Two Buck Chuck
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Wine Blogger You may not know his name – not immediately, maybe, but keep reading – but you sure know his contribution to wine lovers. He created the $1.99 Charles Shaw wines sold at Trader Joes. His name is Fred Franzia and he passed away in September. He was 79. His signature wine became so popular they developed a cult following, not … [Read more...]
A Rare Auction Is Being Held For A $25,000 Bottle Of Tequila This Week
Would you pay $25,000 for a bottle of tequila? Maybe if it's this tequila, as 1800 Tequila and BlockBar will exclusively auction an extra-rare vintage of 1800 Colección Tequila with an accompanying custom-designed decanter by renowned artist Leonora Carrington. Actually that's just the opening bidding price. It will likely go even higher once the auction is completed. The … [Read more...]
US Virgin Islands Restaurant Takes Second Place In The National Buffalo Wing Festival
When it comes to food in the Caribbean, thoughts of jerk chicken and rice come to mind more often than buffalo wings. Yet a restaurant in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Barefoot Buddha, won second place in the Buffalo Media Award “Best in Show” category of the 20th annual National Buffalo Wing Festival in Buffalo, New York. It was held during Labor Day Weekend. Barefoot Buddha … [Read more...]
September Is California Wine Month And Here’s How To Celebrate
September is California Wine Month and there are several opportunities to raise a glass or two to mark the occasion. California Wine Month celebrates the annual harvest season and there are festivities that include immersive harvest experiences to special wine tastings to wine festivals, along with suggestions for ways to partake in the enjoyment of Golden State wines at … [Read more...]
Where To Find National Rum Day Cocktails At Los Angeles Bars
National Rum Day – yes, there is one – is Tuesday Aug. 16. And while we are providing recipes of special rum drinks to be enjoyed that day in this post, you really need a bartender who knows what she or he is doing to make it for you rather than trying to mix it up at home. Plus, do you really want to go scrambling to find all those ingredients? Nope, better to let a … [Read more...]
Craft Breweries Now Face A New Challenge – A Shortage Of Carbon Dioxide
Are you ready for another shortage? Here's one that will lower the spirits of craft beer fans across America. Craft breweries are facing a shortage of carbon dioxide, a key ingredient that gives beer its crisp taste. After an aluminum shortage for cans and kegs, rising costs of the products that go into making beer and other issues, this seems like piling on – hey, … [Read more...]
Recipes For Refreshing Summertime Tequila Cocktails That Aren’t Margaritas
A nice frozen margarita on a hot summer day is as soothing as taking a swim in the pool, lake or ocean. But tequila is more versatile than just one drink and here are recipes for more refreshing tequila cocktails that aren't margaritas. These all use JAJA tequila, which is a 100% agave product with a name that reflects laughs and … [Read more...]
Paso Robles Wine Tasting Tour Coming To San Diego On June 23
Paso Robles is a town surrounded by an extensive wine country in the rolling golden hills of Central California. It is well known by wine aficionados for its Pinot noirs and other varietals. It is a five-hour drive from San Diego or you could take Amtrak and arrive in about seven. Now, tho, there are direct flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to San Luis … [Read more...]
California Wine Festival Carlsbad Has Wines, Spirits, Beer & Even Food – A Review
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Wine Blogger Got wine? They sure do at the California Wine Festival. Along with spirits, beers, a band and even food. Yes, there's food at a wine festival (not a food and wine festival) with food trucks and vendors offering samples even to GA ticket holders. The VIP section is like a gourmet treat. Of course, it is indeed the wines that … [Read more...]
California Wine Festival To Hold Event In Carlsbad May 20-21
The California Wine Festival sets its roots in Carlsbad on Friday and Saturday, May 20 and 21. It will be held at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, which is just north of Batiquitos Lagoon, a beautiful setting to be sure, certainly for an upscale (but casual) wine festival. The events features sample pours from winemaking regions across California, paired with gourmet appetizers … [Read more...]
Top Mistakes You Should Avoid When Ordering Your Whiskey
Whisky is good. Besides helping you relax, whisky comes with numerous health benefits. That’s why whisky continues to be a major brand among consumers. For the best experience, don’t make the following mistakes when ordering whisky. Following Other People’s Rules Everybody has his/ her own experience when drinking whisky. Thus, it’s not about their rules but yours. You should … [Read more...]
Come Find Bourbon (CFB) Makes For A Simple Tasting Road Trip
Do you like bourbon and want to experience it in Kentucky without having to do a lot of planning? If so then the Come Find Bourbon (CFB) adventure is just for you. This three-night road trip throughout Covington, Frankfort and Bardstown, Kentucky, will have you experience the B-Line, a collection of distilleries, bars, and restaurants in Northern Kentucky offering … [Read more...]
What Is A Signature Drink Or Cocktail? Here’s The Answer
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Cocktails Editor How many times have you gone into a bar or restaurant, viewed the menu of drinks, and seen a "signature cocktail" on it? Several times this has happened, no doubt about it. Heck, I see this in nearly every press release I receive from PR people about a bar or restaurant. But what exactly is a signature drink or a … [Read more...]
A List Of Drink Recipes To Celebrate National Cocktail Day March 24
National Cocktail Day is March 24 and it is a celebration of a series of libations that are served in bars, restaurants, clubs, at parties and in houses all over the world. It was created by freelance writer and journalist Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, who writes about the holidays and, of course, cocktails are a much a part of holidays as the holiday itself. So with all that … [Read more...]
California Wine Festival 2022 In Dana Point Dates & Details
The dates and details for the 2022 California Wine Festival in Dana Point, have been set and here is all the information you need to know about this tasty, classy and very scenic event. The two-day festival of wines, craft beer and food is April 22-23. The corks first come off with a Friday evening sparkling wine reception at the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel and continues with … [Read more...]
Besides Rising Gas Prices This Food Item Is Soaring, Too
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Foodie Blogger High gas prices are not the only thing that is getting out-of-control expensive these days. Food prices are at their highest prices of all time and this one staple of nearly every kitchen in the world is now a lot more expensive than it was just a couple of weeks ago. The price of olive oil is skyrocketing. Within a couple … [Read more...]
Is Drinking Beer Bad For You? It’s Good For The Mind And Soul, So No
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Beer Blogger Recently, I saw a report stating that drinking two beers a day can age you prematurely by as much as 10 years. This contradicts other reports stating that beer is actually good for you. So which is correct and is drinking beer bad for you? Here is the answer. Beer Is Good For Your Mind & Soul I didn't read that … [Read more...]
How Much Wheat Is In Wheat Beer?
We already know that wheat is a staple ingredient to count in many delicious cuisines like hot dogs and apple pie. But did you know that it plays a prominent role in certain types of beers, too? So much so that there is even a specific beer in its name called Wheat beer. The particular variant is famous for being a refreshing drink, especially during the warmth of the … [Read more...]
The Chainsmokers Share Their Favorite Margarita Recipes Using JAJA Tequila
The Chainsmokers, fresh off their Super Bowl LVI performance, know how to celebrate. In fact, turns out they are tequila drinkers, margaritas in particular. But they don't always stick to the standard on-the-rocks or blended version. They like something a bit more creative. And so, Drew Taggart & Alex Pall share two of their favorite margarita recipes. They are made … [Read more...]
The Las Vegas Raiders Have An Official Tequila With These Cocktails At Allegiant Stadium
With a midseason coaching upheaval, inconsistent play and having not made the playoffs since 2002, one could say that the Raiders are driving their fans to drink. And now with the team being located in Las Vegas, well, having drinks at the games goes together like the Raiders and John Madden. So it's not as if the fans needed any push in this area. Still, 1800 Tequila has … [Read more...]
Hall Of Fame Quarterback Troy Aikman Launching A New Sugar-Free Beer
Tossing touchdown passes and tossing back a few beers has been a big part of Troy Aikman's life (and now he's tossing out analysis as a broadcaster on Fox's NFL coverage) in one area, he is making a change. The beers he drinks will now be those of his own creation as he is launching EIGHT beer. He worked with brewmaster Phil Leinhart (Paulaner Brauerij, Anheuser-Busch, and … [Read more...]
Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey Hosting Snowflake 2021 At Red Rocks
Snowflake 2021 from Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey is taking place Saturday, Dec. 4, at Red Rocks outside of Denver. The spirits maker is making a big splash on the spirits scene the release of two types of its Snowflake whiskeys at the event and at the same time is also releasing its Mountain Angel 10-year old. To celebrate it is holding a one-day event at Red Rocks on … [Read more...]
Explaining Jasmine Rice, How To Cook And Recipe Ideas
This article is for you, rice lovers. If you like to eat it until your bellow blows up like a blimp then keep reading for it explains the different types of rices. Specifically, this article addresses jasmine rice and instant pot jasmine rice. Jasmine is one of the many varieties of rice, but what is it exactly? So let's start with the basics by explaining what … [Read more...]
Chicken & Rice And Other Delicous, Easy Dinner Recipes
One of the easiest, most delicious and nutritious meals you can make is chicken and rice. The problem is, if you just "dial it in" then it won't be all that delicious. You need to take the proper measures to make sure it tastes up to its potential and the best way is to follow the best chicken and rice recipe from Minute Rice. It will be one you will repeat often and … [Read more...]
Recipes For Winter Cocktails With Zacapa Rum And Ketel One Vodka
Here's a few drinks that will keep you warm this winter. From a Hot Butter-ed Rum to a Spiked Hot Chocolate, these recipes utilize Zacapa Rum And Ketel One Vodka. Hot Apple Butter-ed Rum Created by Mixologist Lynnette Marrero Ingredients • 3/4 cup Zacapa Rum No.23 • 2 cups Boiling Water • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar (Packed) • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (Room … [Read more...]
Cocktail Recipes Using Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey
You probably know Colorado more for its beer than its spirits, but the country’s best-selling American single malt is from the state’s first legal distillery since Prohibition. Stranahan’s Original whiskey is made from three ingredients: 100% malted barley, yeast, Rocky Mountain water and time in the barrel. The whiskey is a blend of whiskeys aged four, five, six and seven … [Read more...]
Winter & Holiday Tequila Cocktails Recipes Using 1800 Cristalino
One of PubClub.com's favorite tequilas is 1800 Cristalino, so we're always on the lookout for cocktail recipes using it in flavorful drinks. Okay, we like it as a sipping tequila, too, but here are three recipes created specifically to be served around food during the holidays and wintertime, most notably for brunch, dinner and cocktail soirées. Holiday Brunch Cocktail … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Tequila Cocktails Recipes
Take a break from the traditional wines, ciders and other cold-weather staples to enjoy these different holiday cocktails. They have been created to provide some cold weather-friendly warmth using a number of delicious seasonal ingredients to spice up any Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving get-togethers. Below are three cocktail recipes made with 1800 Reposado, 1800 Añejo and … [Read more...]
3 Different & Creative Tequila Cocktail Recipes
Are you a tequila lover who is looking for something other than a margarita to use your favorite spirit for a good cocktail? Something a little more exciting than, say, a Tequila Sunrise? Then check out these three creative and different recipes. They all use 1800 Añejo Tequila, which is a dark, amber spirit with an oaky vanilla aroma, nutty with toffee flavor and a … [Read more...]
What Is Extra Long Grain White Rice And How To Serve It
Walk down the rice and pasta aisle of any grocery store and you are presented with so many choices it can make your brain boil. This is true for rice in particular. There is sticky rice, Jasmine rice, Basmati rice, brown rice, long grain white rice and that's just a few of the options. It's head-spinning decision time anytime you go down that aisle. This article is about … [Read more...]
How To Properly Drink Sake – Two Big Tips
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Spirits Editor If you're like me – or what I used to be like anyway – when you drink sake you do it at a bar or restaurant, often with a group of friends. And you take it however they serve it, hot or cold. Well I have news for you with these two big tips that will teach you how to properly drink sake. I learned this while on a Zoom … [Read more...]
Attention Gin Lovers: Zoom Tasting Taking Place With Scottish Coastal Gins
If you are a fan of gin, then you won't want to miss this rare opportunity to taste select gins from coastal Scotland. Yes, the area is well known for its scotches and whiskeys but it is also a hotbed for gin. The Zoom tasting will take place on Thursday, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m., ET. The tasting will take participants on a digital journey of Scotland, starting on the rugged … [Read more...]
Spice Up Your Homemade Meals With Thai Jasmine Rice
If you are getting bored with always serving the same white rice as a side dish with your meals, then it's time to step out of the box. Or the package. While white rice is by far the most commonly found product, there are many kinds of rice on the market. For instance, try Thai jasmine white rice to literally spice up your homemade dinners. This different style of the … [Read more...]
How To Make Perfect Microwave Egg Fried Rice
Cooking rice is both easy and complicated. The easy part is in the instructions. The complicated part is in following those instructions. The process involves using twice as much water as the rice, bringing it to a boil and then letting it simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. However, it's not as easy as it seems for it to come out perfect every time. First of all, you … [Read more...]
12 Tequila Cocktail Recipes With 1800 And Jarritos Fruit-Flavored Sodas
Exotic Drinks Beyond The Typical Margaritas It's always difficult to think of what to mix with tequila to make a cocktail – other than the obvious margaritas, of course – but by using different types of high-quality 1800 and Jarritos fruit-flavored soda it's a lot easier to get into the mix, so to speak. Here are 12 drinks that are both tasty and refreshing to … [Read more...]
2nd Annual Corks, Forks, Rhythm, & Brews Event Date, Tickets & Information
Beer, Wine, Spirits, Food & Entertainment Returns To California's Alameda County In October After missing last year due to the pandemic, the Corks, Forks, Rhythm, & Brews Event is back for its second year in 2021. It will held Oct. 2 in the heart of Northern California's Bay Area at scenic Alameda Point. Here are the details of the event which, in its … [Read more...]
Cocktail Recipes For The 4th Of July Featuring 1800 Tequila
Drinks That Will Produce Fireworks For A Fun Fourth Of July Celebration The Fourth of July is a celebration and part of that involves making and drinking cocktails. Here are three recipes for cocktails featuring the quality 1800 tequila that will take you through the entire party period of the 4th of July in the USA. One puts a tequila twist on a traditional drink … [Read more...]
Taste Testing Four Fantastic Cheeses From Wisconsin
Cheesemakers Showcase Their Products In Delicous Boxes Delivered To Your Door By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Foodie Blogger You can tell they takes their cheeses and cheesemaking seriously in Wisconsin before you even have a slice of it. That is, if you get a delivery from WisconsinCheese.com. I did and … [Read more...]