INTELLIGENTSIA COFFEE BAR IN SILVER LAKE, CA.

Intelligentsia, a Chicago-based coffee company, recently opened its first location on the West Coast. One of a smattering of specialty purveyors that have recently appeared in response to the boring ubiquity of Starbucks, Intelligentsia is intensely focused on coffee and its methods of preparation. Located in Sunset Junction — a vintage “mini mall” that is […]

ESPERANZA SPALDING, DEFINITELY A STAR ON THE RISE

Hailed as a prodigy on the acoustic double bass within months of first touching the instrument as a 15-year-old, Esperanza Spalding has emerged as a fine jazz bassist, but has also distinguished herself playing blues, funk, hip-hop, pop fusion, and Brazilian and Afro-Cuban styles as well. Born in Portland, OR in 1984, Spalding was not […]

VOTED WINE OF THE YEAR

Clos des Papes
Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2005
98 points / $80
7,500 cases made
France
In the Southern Rhône’s recent trio of great vintages starting with 2003, no other Châteauneuf-du-Pape domaine has produced better wines than Clos des Papes. Under Vincent Avril, quality has improved steadily, and the 2003 (97 points) was Wine Spectator’s No. 2 wine in 2005. At 98 points, […]

WRITING LAVISHLY

Omas and Maserati, both Italy, set out to create a sleek expression of their respective craftsmanship. The result is the Omas for Maserati fountain pen, which is a masterful interpretation of the Italian brand’s iconic GranTurismo automobile. Drenched in sterling silver, the satin-finished cap is crowned with a rendering of the car’s famous front grill, […]

CIGAR OF POWER:ZINO PLATINUM

The Zino Platinum Scepter Series offers great tastes, complex yet harmonious experiences and exquisite aromas with a range of strengths suitable for both the novice and experienced cigar smoker of today. Scepter series smokers enjoy bold taste with a pleasurable draw and the balanced combustion that Zino Platinum has perfected.
Country: Dominican Republic
Price Tin of three: […]

COCKTAIL OF THE WEEK: THE SOPHISTICATE

The Sophisticate
40ml gin
20ml bitter orange liqueur
15ml muscat
Dash orange bitters
10 muddled muscatel grapes
Rim glass with orange dust (campari reduced to crystals in the oven, then crushed to a powder). Shake ingredients and strain into a martini glass.
Enjoy!

JAZZ FESTIVAL AT SEA, ALL ABOARD!

The Jazz Cruise is dedicated to providing guests with morning-to-night, straight ahead jazz music in exceptional venues as they indulge in all the other attributes of cruising including fine dining, recreational activities and exciting ports of call.
Other than the time we are in port, every hour is filled with music or related activities. Like jazz, […]

WELCOME TO MIAMI

A seaside paradise and the nation’s youngest big city (founded in 1896), Miami, Florida is America’s Casablanca—capital of the exotic. It is often called the “Gateway to Latin America” the area’s population is 60 percent Hispanic, made up of Cubans, Nicaraguans, Colombians, Puerto Ricans, and Venezuelans—all influencing the city’s rich cultural offerings. Considered an international hub, […]

CD Pick Of The Week: The Steve Elmer Trio

Each track on “Fire Down Below” has its own story. Steve Elmer displays charasmatic undertones that will keep you listening straight through. Even without lyrics, Steve Elmer depicts a vivid picture of the moment. Listen Here

Le Reve Located in America / South San Antonio

Chef Andrew Weissman’s menu showcases whichever ingredients are freshest. Because nothing is ever prepared in advance, a meal at Le Rêve typically lasts at least two hours.
Specialties
Caramelized onion tart with goat cheese; sautéed duck breast plated with Bosc pears; New Zealand lamb chops; wild salmon.

Contact Information
210.212.2221
www.restaurantlereve.com

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