Suit & Sand

Tiki has been with me since I was young. My mom was an experienced hula dancer and my family made regular trips to the Hawaiian islands. One of my first memories happens to be running out to greet her in the dead of night after a return trip from the big island. In the dark she pulled out what to my young mind looked like a shrunken head. Years later I’d find out it was actually a small carved Hawaiian warrior helmet, but still it sparked something in my young mind that would

'Tis the season for cocktails infused with holiday cheer! Los Angeles Magazine kicked off the December festivities with its annual Big Holiday Party, most notable for its selection of spirits tasting as well as gourmet bites, a decked out desserts table, DJ (plus a live acapella performance!), and photos with a very jolly Santa. This was the perfect place to pick up a few new cocktail recipes to whip up. Here are a few of my favorites. Try them out at your own holiday parties