Limoniera Project

Test shot for new article on using lemons in centerpieces and decor.

Oktoberfest in Anaheim

Best Oktoberfest in California. Grab a stein of ice cold beer, try the Goulash and Rumtoff, take a spin around the dance floor with your new Polka moves and even learn to shoot an air rifle! Weekends now, through October 28th, get your German on. Free parking and fun for the whole family. No admission charge in September! You can't beat FREE.

From our friends at Leomark Studios!
 
Leomark Studios is proud to present this first feature by promising young director, Mark Nistico, and we hope you will join us and spread the word!

Blue Collar Boys tells the story of Red, a 27-year-old construction worker, who must take over the family business to save his family.
Inspired by true events, Blue Collar Boys captures the reality and pathos of the working man in today's world, where the rich and corrupt are "too big to fail."


Friday, Sept. 7 Palace Theatre
2384 James Street Syracuse NY 315-463-9240

Join us in Los Angeles!

Fri-Thu Sept. 14-20 Laemmle NoHo 7
(Fri. Night Q&A with director Mark Nistico)
5240 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood CA 310-478-3836

Saturday, Oct. 27 Bijou Art Cinema
492 East 13th Ave Eugene, OR 541-686-2458

Reviews:
BraveNewHollywood.com
“Relentless, thought-provoking”
“Gritty drama about the suffering of America’s working stiffs”
“Grim poetry about the current recession with a bleak message that the working class can only be pushed so far.”
“The movie eerily predicts the occupy movement!”
“BLUE COLLAR BOYS is a searing reflection of our times”

FilmThreat.com
“Resonates with its focus of an angry and alienated microcosm of the 99% who find the American dream is evaporating before their eyes”
“The material creates a raw and visceral experience, and the film is blessed with strong performances”
“It certainly deserves to be seen”

Vodkachronicle.tumblr.com
“Raw, gritty and real... Mark Nistico is well on his way as a director.”

Freehold.patch.com
“This film is inspirational. It’s entertaining, but it is going to hit you on a personal level.”

Best Champagne - $20+ Taste For Under $10

It says right on the label that this Champagne is not associated with Cristal, but the rumor persists. This brand of bubby is said to be made from the grapes that almost made the cut with the high end Champagne house, hense Cristal becomes Cristalino. Whether or not it's true, this Brut is regularly mistaken for much more expensive labels. Try a blind taste test and see for yourself!

Cristalino isn't always easy to find, but sells regularly for $6.99 to $7.99 and easily rivals Champagnes in the $20 range. Don't tell ANYBODY.

Couch Where Jack Dreamed Up His Secret Sauce?

Seen this? The house that Jack built or top secret headquarters for the infamous burger meister?

 

Here's a snap from a recent cupping (coffee tasting) at Beacon Coffee Roasters in Ventura, California. They're still working on their website so for now, you'll have to order over the phone, or stock up the next time you head north! This artisan coffee roaster is worth the effort if you're serious about your brew. Extremely passionate and knowledgeable about their coffee, the owners John and Jen can talk coffee on your level. beaconcoffee.com

Been to Sweet Butter?

Latte and fresh fruit at Sweet Butter in Sherman Oaks, home of the best Croque-Monsieur in the valley.