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10 Things to Eat and Drink in Palm Springs

Escape winter's chill with these 10 dishes and drinks featuring California's best coastal cuisine from the Kimpton Rowan Hotel.

2018’s Best New Cocktail Flavors + Recipes

Veggie-loaded cocktails? This is just one of the 3 hottest up-and-coming cocktail trends for 2018. Read on for recipes.

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Northern Lights: Fresh Nordic-Inspired Recipes

Delicately smoked fish, hints of caraway and flavorful bursts of dill... here are a few ways to incorporate Nordic flavors into your cuisine.

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Before You Eat: 5 Tips for Insta-Worthy Photos

Ready, set, snap. Sharpen your skills with these 5 easy tips for taking gorgeous food and drink photos like a pro.

Well-Traveled: Global Recipes + Rising Spices

Make your cuisine as worldly as your bucket list with flavors and ingredients that span the globe.

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3 Tips for More Meaningful Meals

A truly thoughtful meal goes beyond the dishes and sips. Here are three philosophies that will help you do just that.

Dessert First: Savory Recipes with Sweet Accents

Meyer lemon, strawberry, blood oranges... In 2018, dessert ingredients and techniques are expected to take savory dishes by storm.

4 Quintessential Recipes for Fall

Up your fall cooking with these four go-to recipes that showcase classic autumn ingredients in a fresh, new way.

14 Must-Try Coffee Shops in California

California takes its coffee game seriously, and so should you. Go beyond the chains to discover the Golden State's most BUZZ-worthy coffee shops.

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Raise a Glass to These 7 Essential Fall Cocktails

There's nothing like a boozy cocktail to warm the spirits. Here are 7 fall-inspired cocktails shared by some of the best bartenders from around the country.

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Must-Try Breweries in DC and Baltimore

Be prepared to get “hoppy” with our guide to the DC area and Baltimore's most noteworthy craft breweries.

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Recipe: Oysters with Champagne Mignonette

Learn how to make the quintessential oyster toping, champagne mignonette, with this recipe from Shaker + Spear's Executive Chef, Carolynn Spence.

Cheers! Urban Wine Tasting in the Bay Area

Yearning for a NorCal wine country experience without the traffic and crowds? Try these picks for San Francisco and Oakland's best urban wine tasting.

A Chef’s Take on Nashville’s Food Scene

From the city's best hot chicken to where to grab a killer cocktail, get a taste of Nashville's food scene from Henley's Executive Chef, RJ Cooper.

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11 California Taco + Tequila Spots to Try Now

California may be north of the border, but its all-star tacos and tequilas sizzle with authentic Mexican flavors.

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Recipe: Jane Q’s Asparagus with Rouille

Savory Italian flavors elevate grilled asparagus in this recipe from Jane Q restaurant in Los Angeles.

Jane Q’s Chef Shares His Picks in LA

At Jane Q in Los Angeles, Chef de Cuisine Jason Hall puts a fresh spin on seasonal farmers' market finds for his rustic, lively Californian menu.

Decadent Desert: Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse

Treat yourself with a decadent dessert. This recipe featuring Red Owl Tavern's Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse is courtesy of Pastry Chef Stacey Needham.

The Best of Portland’s Beer Scene

Hops-aficionados, rejoice! Find your way to Beervana with this handy list of the best lesser-known gems in Portland's bustling beer scene.

Recipe: Radiator’s Marinated Olives

Elevate your cocktail party cuisine with this recipe for marinated olives, courtesy of Radiator's Executive Chef, Jonathan Dearden.

Recipe: Homemade Almond Joys

Sate your sweet tooth with this recipe for homemade Almond Joys with Executive Chef Heather Terhune.

8 Grilling Tips from Denver’s Newest Grill Master

Chef Christian Graves introduces Denver's new Citizen Rail restaurant and shares his 8 expert grilling tips to cooking the perfect steak.

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4 Essential Cocktail Recipes to Try

Get ready to mix, shake and stir with these 4 essential cocktail recipes from our bar team pros.

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Recipe: Pacific Hideaway’s Grilled Ono Tacos

Lighten up your summer dining with some Californian coastal cuisine with Pacific Hideaway’s recipe for grilled ono tacos.

Pacific Hideaway + 11 Fab Huntington Beach Eats

Pacific Hideaway Chef JT Walker chats about his fresh and flavorful food philosophy and his must-visit local eats in Huntington Beach, California.

5 Ceviche + Poke Recipes You Need this Summer

Turn tonight's dinner prep into a no-cook affair with our chefs' best fresh ceviche and poke recipes. Just dice, mix, chill... and dinner's done!

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How to: Curadero’s Bold Short Rib Street Tacos

Here's Curadero's popular suadero short rib taco recipe, and how to assemble this tasty taco, step by step.

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Chef SammyD Dishes About Amsterdam’s Best Bites

Chef SammyD makes his culinary mark on Amsterdam... and shares his top tips for eating like a local.

Recipe: Crisp Asparagus with Raclette Fonduta

Lightly tempura-battered asparagus, a creamy raclette fonduta and a pecan vinaigrette come together to make a beautiful composed plate sure to impress.

Recipe: A Springtime Take on Tuna Salad

Scala's Bistro Chef Justin Derring shares his delicious recipe for a fresh springtime tuna salad.

An Inside Scoop: Scala’s Bistro + Other San Francisco Eats

Scala’s Bistro Chef Justin Deering shares his cooking philosophy and chef-approved San Francisco spots to eat and drink.

Cozy Up to Chef Applin’s Duck Bolognese

Looking for a comfort food with a gourmet touch? Try this hearty duck bolognese recipe courtesy of Outlier's Executive Chef, Shawn Applin.

Standing Apart: Outlier Opened in Downtown Seattle

Global flavors come to life in fresh ways at Seattle's new hot spot, Outlier.

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A Local’s Guide to Genever and Gin in Amsterdam

Genever, jenever and gin, what a storied history. Experience it all in Amsterdam with a local's guide to tours, festivals and lively watering holes.

Bourbon: America’s Native Spirit

Bourbon deserves a spotlight in your bar cart. Learn more about this truly American spirit, plus cocktail recipes that put it front and center.

A Washington Native Leads the Bookstore’s Kitchen

Keep gusty winds at bay with a warming dish of cod and lentils from The Bookstore Bar & Café's new chef, Eric Rivera.

Teamwork Makes Dirty Habit’s Menus Shine

Food and drinks pair even more perfectly courtesy of the dynamic (behind-the-scenes) duo at Washington DC's Dirty Habit restaurant and bar.

4 Hot Chocolate Cocktails for Winter

It's gettin' cold outside - but cozy up to the fire with a hot chocolate cocktail and you'll forget all about snow in no time.

Warming It Up: Hot Spices & Mediterranean Flavors

Sweet Updates: Savory Breakfast + Retro Desserts

Breakfast goes savory and kid-friendly desserts rise to the occasion. Say hello to 2017's reboot on sweets.

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Culinary Techniques: Charring, Blistering & Searing

Move over, grilling - it's time to let other types of high-heat cooking shine.

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Mediterranean & South American Cocktail Recipes

Traveling the globe to find fresh inspiration for 2017's unforgettable new cocktail trends from the Mediterranean to South America.

Culinary-Inspired Cocktail Recipes

When the bar and kitchen meet, it's magic. Here are cocktail recipes borrowing a page from the culinary textbook.

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Fat-Washed, Fermented & Resort 2.0 Cocktail Recipes

Fat-washing with coconut oils, elevating that tropical resort cocktail and fermentation are mainstays.

Falling for Apple Cocktails

We're rounding out autumn menus with these luscious seasonal drinks. Try pairing with small bites, heartier entrées - or just savor them for dessert.

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The Perfect Pairing: Travel + CA Wine Experiences

California's packed with creative ways to unearth new and delicious wines. From the top of the state to the bottom of the glass, here's what we recommend.

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Women at the Helm: Mixing + Curating in Chicago

The Kimpton Gray pays homage to decades past while keeping an eye forward - thanks, in part, to the contributions of two very stylish and smart women.

For the Love of Avocado

Avocado's always irresistible, especially when it hits its peak season. Try a couple new twists on a classic.

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Caribbean Breezes and Culinary Dreams

We're thrilled for the Seafire Resort + Spa to open - and we can't wait to dig into to Chef Massimo De Francesca's coastal cuisine.

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Chefs’ Picks: Kitchen Essentials

Kimpton chefs spill the beans on the tools that make their kitchens flexible, creative and fully pro.

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Mediterranean Spirits with Bartender Gen Longoria

Launching multiple bar programs at once for a brand new hotel? Just a drop in the bucket for bar rockstar Gen Longoria.

Talking CA Cuisine with Chef Anthony Sinsay

A talented San Diego native takes the helm for Jsix's savory American menu.

2 Refreshing Cocktails to Kick Off Summer

Inventive cocktails with fusion American flavors liven up the menu at Washington D.C.'s Radiator bar. Here are two recipes to bring the tastes home.

The Summer Wine to Drink Now: Rosé

At first blush, rosé wines seem to get little respect. But here are 5 suggestions - plus a cool cocktail recipe - that will leave you feeling in the pink.

3 Aperitif Cocktails to Toast to Summer

Carpe Diem! It's summer and we're drinking aperitifs: light, dry, and refreshing. Read on for recipe inspiration from some of our bartenders!

Going Native: Trends to Sip and Savor in California

Here’s our shortlist of trending California eats and drinks so you'll know where to grab a table (or bar stool).

Chef Nick Bajal: Rocking Culinary Creations in CA

Drawing inspiration from Korea to Puerto Rico, Chef Nick Bajal puts creative twists on classic standbys at SoCal's laid-back Outpost restaurant.

Coastal Creations: The Dish on Zimzala’s Chef JT Walker

Get the dish on Chef JT Walker's inspiration for coastal cuisine at Zimzala in Huntington Beach.

Sedona & SaltRock Southwest Kitchen Welcome Chef Robert Hoffman

Get up close and personal with SaltRock Southwest Kitchen's Chef Robert Hoffman.

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At the Helm of Shaker + Spear: Welcoming Chef Carolynn Spence

At Seattle’s Shaker + Spear, we’re elated to welcome Executive Chef Carolynn Spence to the Kimpton team.

A Spotlight on Shrub Cocktails

Shrubs—your one-stop shop for alternative acidity, history, and metathesis.

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A Bowl Full of Goodness

From sashimi to quinoa, healthy bowl meals are your best friend. Bowl appétit!

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3 Chef Recipe Picks for Valentine’s Day

Whether you're cooking for your partner-in-crime or the entire family, read on for three Valentine's Day chef-inspired recipes. That's amore.

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A Trio of Hearty Winter Soups

Soups, stews and bisques all have a place in our hearts. Potatoes, squash and leeks take the spotlight in our recipe round-up.

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7 Holiday Eggnog Recipes That Wow

These festive concoctions are anything but traditional and will win over skeptics and fans alike. Cheers!

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A Chef’s Latke Trio Recipe for Hanukkah

Heat up the fry pan for a delicious holiday tradition. Here's betting you'll want to eat these for eight days straight.

The Wheel Deal: Where to Get the Best California Street Food

Food trucks and carts are on the move big-time. See what’s on the mobile menu in San Francisco, LA and San Diego with this guide to our local picks.

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What’s Hot Ahead: Culinary & Bar Trends for 2016

Is cauliflower the new kale? Are bamboo cocktails making a comeback? And how cool are artful ice cubes? We found out after doing extensive surveys at our bars and restaurants across the country -- and we share it with you here.

#WineWednesday: Best Under-the-Radar Wine

You don't know it yet. But you'll love it. Get introduced to the unsung hero of wines. Hint: It's dry, fruity and comes from France.

4 Healthy Recipes With Fall & Winter Veggies

Veggies are having a moment. Our chefs show you how to do magic with Guinness and leeks in a soup, dial up the comfort factor with sweet potato gnocchi, and evoke the flavors of fall with a squash, zucchini, corn and asparagus salad.

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Martinis 101 — More Boozing Like Bond + Recipes

In Part II in a series, Kimpton's National Manager of Bar Education Mike Ryan serves up more martini goodness -- from ordering advice to serving etiquette to the answer to the old gin-versus-vodka debate.

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Martinis 101 – A History, Recipe & James Bond Mania

Martinis never go out of style -- and the debates and mysteries surrounding them are what make them so special. Our National Manager of Bar Education Mike Ryan offers his view.

Sweet Sensations: 4 Kimpton Pastry Chefs You Should Know

We're big believers in saving room for dessert. But not only that -- we think it's as important as the main course. Meet some of our pastry chefs, who tempt you with everything from fine chocolates to peach cakes.

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Cooking With Scary (Sounding) Ingredients: 3 Thrilling Recipes

Forget ghosts, goblins and things that go bump in the night. Kimpton chefs are afraid of nothing -- especially daunting ingredients like beet blood, duck fat and twilight peppers. Get the recipes here!

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Autumn in a Glass: Fall Cocktails to Try Now

New season, new sips! Kimpton's National Manager of Bar Education tells you what you must drink as the leaves fall.

#WineWednesday: A Surprising Hangover Cure

Don't dread the morning -- Brandon Walters, General Manager at Pacci restaurant in Savannah, has a trick to battling hangover blues. Watch our video to find out!

Inside the Chef’s Fridge: Danny Bortnick

Ever wonder what a chef's fridge looks like inside? We did, too. Peek inside the fridge of Danny Bortnick, Kimpton's VP of Restaurant Concept Development, and read our Q&A to get inspired!

Craft Breweries in San Diego: An Insider’s Guide

The place you love for beaches, bike paths and seemingly endless summer days is also a Big Kahuna in the beer world. Click through to discover where to lift your glass like a local.

5 Fun Ways to Spike Up Your Meetings & Events

State-of-the-art technology. A fantastic food spread. Sharp colleagues. And, oh yes, cocktails. They can make a world of difference at your meeting or event. Kimpton's catering expert Suzanne Halperin, shares six ways you can be inventive with them on the agenda.

#WineWednesday: The ONE Wine Everyone Should Know

What's the one wine you should bring with you on a dessert island? In other words: What's your go-to wine? Find out in our #WineWednesday video.

Pazzo Ristorante Chef Returns After 15-Year Hiatus

Chef Kenny Giambalvo is back at Pazzo Ristorante in Portland, OR. He dishes on his background, his love of Portland, and offers a couple delish recipes to salute the end of summer.

Bar Star Gets Seriously Playful With Low-Proof Cocktails

At Urbana in Washington, D.C., bartender Andrea Tateosian is shaking things up with creative, low-proof cocktails. She talks about the low-ABV trend and offers a recipe of her own.

Ending Summer on a High Note: 5 Rooftop Lounges

From D.C. to San Diego, we have an outdoor lounge perfect for soaking up the season's last golden rays of sun. Check out these 5 rooftop lounges to toast the end of summer.

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#WineWednesday: Sending Wine Back at a Restaurant

All eyes at the table are on you as the server pours you a sip of wine. So what happens if you don't like it? We ask one of our experts: When is sending wine back at a restaurant OK?

Burger Bucket List: 5 of America’s Best Burgers

Don’t settle for a mediocre burger when traveling. Check a perfect patty off your list with a collection of America’s best burgers.

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Savor the Flavor of Charm City: Dining in Baltimore

Baltimore's culinary circuit is more than just crab cakes and Old Bay seasoning. James Beard Award winning chefs and craft breweries also call it home.

Sipping in Seattle: 6 Spots for Washington Wine Tasting

Washington State has cellars, tasting rooms and wineries galore but where do you start? Hotel Vintage's wine concierge, Lara, has her top picks.

Healthy Eats: Summer Superfood Recipes

Empty calories and junk food lurk around every corner this time of year. So check out these summer superfood recipes starring some of the season's tastiest ingredients.

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Le Citron Fizz: A Sparkling Cocktail Recipe

Just in time for the hot weather, check out this recipe for the sparkling, refreshing, fruit-infused Le Citron Fizz cocktail. Look out summer, it's about to get fizzy up in here.

Q&A: Chef Harper McClure of BRABO Restaurant

We get the dish on Chef Harper McClure of BRABO by Robert Wiedmaier restaurant in Alexandria, VA: His style, his mentors, his Iron Chef experience, and his perfect day off.

#WineWednesday: What’s a Good Summertime Wine?

The summer party season is here. Need some help choosing the perfect wine for your picnic or barbecue? Sommelier Philip Lucas has got your back with this month's #WineWednesday.

The Negroni: Classic Cocktail Stands the Test of Time

It's Negroni Week, June 1–7 ... have you had your Negroni yet? Our bar star Mike Ryan offers some background — as well as some recipes — for this classic cocktail.

Grilling Tips and Recipes From Our Chefs

A few of our chefs offer their best grilling tips, as well as some flame-enhanced recipes for cocktails, gourmet hot dogs and more. Get fired up for summer.

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A Malört Cocktail Recipe for a Taste of Chicago

South Water Kitchen bartender Dan Rook offers a Malört cocktail recipe that takes this iconic Windy City liqueur from bitter to much, much better. Check out the video.

Pop Star: TD’s Pop Up Restaurant in Portland, OR

What could be better than tacos and Tequila served outdoors alongside a scenic river? Chef Tom Dunklin of Three Degrees restaurant kicks summer off with the return of TD's Pop Up.

#WineWednesday: What Wines Go With Artichokes?

Our Master Sommelier Emily Wines gets to the heart of the matter with this month's #WineWednesday video: What wines go with artichokes? Turns out it's a prickly question.

A Yummy Fish Taco Recipe for Cinco de Mayo

Chef Derek Simcik of Outpost restaurant in Santa Barbara, CA, shares his beer-battered, sriracha-infused fish taco recipe, just in time for Cinco de Mayo. ¡Buen provecho!

A Strozzapreti Recipe From Chef Luca Corazzina

Chef Luca Corazzina of 312 Chicago restaurant offers an easy video lesson on how to prepare his strozzapreti recipe. It's knockout gnocchi straight from the Old Country.

Grapefruit Gastrique: A Sweet ‘n’ Sour Seasonal Mixer

It's the peak of grapefruit season and bartender Brendan Dorr from Baltimore's B&O American Brasserie has an easy recipe for a delish grapefruit gastrique mixer.

#WineWednesday: An Impressive Italian Wine

Even if you don't know a Super Tuscan from a Super Mario Brother, Kimpton Master Sommelier Emily Wines has a #WineWednesday Italian wine recommendation that's sure to impress.

Bar Educator Mike Ryan Drafts His Fave Spring Beers

Mike Ryan is Kimpton's National Manager of Bar Education, and no, you can't have his job. But he will share with you his favorite spring beers this season.

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Take the Chill Off With a Leatherneck Cocktail

Winter is stubbornly clinging on but we have the antidote with this video primer on the Leatherneck cocktail, a whiskey-centric drink served warm.

Do the Math: Celebrate Pi Day With These Pie Recipes

We circle back to Pi Day — 3.14.15 — with two pie recipes even the most math-challenged among us will want to try.

Kimpton Nightcap Program Promotes Sweet Dreams

Don't turn in just yet. We're pouring free nips like port and brandy — and bites of chocolate, cheese or other treats — for our Kimpton Nightcap Program.

#WineWednesday: Red Wine With White Fish

Silly rules are everywhere, so here's one less you have to worry about. This month's #WineWednesday video offers some tips on drinking red wine with fish.

Matcha Madness: A Traditional Green Tea Goes Modern

Matcha green tea has been ceremoniously poured for centuries in Japan. Now this super-healthful tea powder is finding its way into everything from cupcakes to cocktails.

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#WineWednesday: Under-the-Radar Wine Regions

California, here we come? Not so fast. Our Master Sommelier Emily Wines shares some under-the-radar wine regions in this month's #WineWednesday video.

Our Chef and Bartender Survey Predicts the Trends

Our first annual chef and bartender survey takes the pulse of what's happening in our kitchens and lounges around the country. Take a look and see what's hot in 2015.

Croquettes, Anyone? A Recipe for an International Favorite

Chef Brian Millman of Atwood restaurant in Chicago offers a quick video primer on how to make his zucchini, yellow squash and carrot croquettes with herb-cucumber sauce.

It’s Alive! Four Riffs on the Corpse Reviver #2 Cocktail

Our creative bar team at Sable Kitchen & Bar in Chicago offers four recipes that give unique twists to the classic Corpse Reviver, a go-to hangover cure.

#WineWednesday: Tailgating!

Hitting a tailgate party? If you're not a beer drinker you might get left out in the cold. So check out this month's #WineWednesday video for the perfect wine to bring to the big game.

’Tis the Season to Warm Up With Winter Cocktails

We asked our Lead Bartender Jacques Bezuidenhout for his favorite cold-weather tipples. Warm up this holiday season with these creative winter cocktails.

Our Chef-Recommended, Must-Have Gifts for Cooks

Looking for the perfect present for the kitchen wizard in your life? We asked a few of our chefs for their must-have gifts for cooks.

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Got Yams? Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes

Is your fridge crammed with holiday leftovers? Check out these Thanksgiving leftover recipes that will turn unfinished side dishes into a main event.

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Wine Hour Meets Southern Hospitality at The Brice Hotel

Savannah, GA, is known as "The Hostess City of the South," and The Brice hotel lives up to the city's billing with a variety of free wine-hour experiences.

Introducing our #WineWednesday Videos

Welcome to our #WineWednesday video series. The first Wednesday of every month, we’ll be uncorking a video that will offer a quick tip on the world of wine.

Chef Walter Pisano: The Great Grappa Guide

Don't know your pomace from your grappa? Chef Walter Pisano of Tulio Ristorante in Seattle is a grappa guru, sharing his knowledge of this uniquely Italian drink.

Beercation Packages on Tap From Kimpton

Are you a dedicated hop-head? Here are a few Kimpton beercation packages you'll want to take note of, along with some beer recommendations from our brew-loving chefs.

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New and Renovated Kimpton Restaurants

Old favorites have gotten a refresh and soon-to-be-favorites are opening their doors — here’s a quick recap on what's new with Kimpton restaurants.

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3 Halloween Cocktails to Die For

Check out these recipes for Halloween cocktails from three of our mad-scientist bartenders. They're sure to scare up a good time and raise the roof, if not the dead.

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A Toast to Summer: How to Make a Classic Daiquirí

A quick-and-dirty tutorial on how to make a classic Daiquirí. This fresh-lime and rum-studded favorite is the perfect way to say adiós to summer.

Whisky Tasting at Seattle’s Bookstore Bar & Café

With 70 single-malt Scotch whiskies and more than 50 American bourbons and whiskies on hand, whisky tasting at Seattle’s Bookstore Bar & Café is definitely a top-shelf experience.

San Francisco Cooking Classes at Scala’s Bistro

Union Square hot spot Scala's Bistro offers San Francisco cooking classes with Executive Chef Larry Finn and Pastry Chef Kimberly Bugler.

Meet the Man Who Keeps Kimpton Restaurants Cooking

Think you’re obsessed with food and restaurants? Try walking a mile in James Lin’s proverbial Crocs.

A Fast and Easy Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe

This one-minute video will show you how to create a gorgeous mozzarella, heirloom tomato, basil and bread salad. It’s super easy and looks and tastes amazing.

A Summer Pasta Recipe from Savannah’s Pacci Restaurant

A simple and delightful pasta recipe that’s perfect for summer entertaining, courtesy of Chef Roberto Leoci at Pacci restaurant in Savannah, GA.

Grand Opening: Pacci Italian Kitchen + Bar

Pacci Italian Kitchen + Bar is now open in the heart of downtown Savannah, GA.

Red Star Tavern Renovation Shines Brightly

How do you make Red Star Tavern shine even more brightly? By adding more specials, more fun and of course more seats to make room for the festivities at this Portland, OR, hot spot.

Let the Springtimes Roll: Recipes for the Season

It’s time to celebrate spring and all the bounty that comes along with it. So we’ve selected a few choice recipes from some of our left coast eateries — from Seattle to Santa Barbara — to get the spring fling rolling.

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National Margarita Day

We’ll help you get the fiesta rolling with our resident spirit guide, Kimpton Lead Bartender Jacques Bezuidenhout.

South Beach Wine & Food Festival

It’s time to ditch your New Year’s resolution and recommence mass consumption — Miami’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF) takes place this week

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A Toast to Love: Valentine Cocktails

We know the importance of chocolate … and of a great cocktail. So our bar stars have whipped up some chocolaty creations that could have come straight out of an Oompa Loompa test kitchen.

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We’re Juiced!

Juice is hot. Once solely relegated to the breakfast table, fruit and vegetable juices are now busting out in a big way.

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Still Crazy After All These Years

When he became executive chef of Pazzo — which translates from Italian as “crazy” — he brought with him a fresh, lean, unpretentious style that merged new flavors with both classic and creative techniques

What Are You Drinking New Year’s Eve?

Maybe it’s much too early in the game, but we thought we’d ask you just the same: What are you drinking New Year’s Eve?

Malt, Wheat, Corn and Rye, Oh My!

What do Mark Twain, Lady Gaga and Winston Churchill have in common? It’s not the beginning of a bad joke; these famous figures are all self-proclaimed fans of whiskey, one of our timeless favorites and a Kimpton bar staple.

Cheers to Highball

Located just steps away from historic Boston Common, Highball embraces a vintage vibe with tufted Chesterfield sofas, antique cocktail tables, iconic Tolix stools and reclaimed wood walls.

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This Halloween: Bone-Chilling Spirits

Sink your fangs into this, ladies and gents: Our bartenders have whipped up grown-up cocktails that reflect all the flavors of fall.

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Fave Flavors for Fall

Sure, summer gets all the attention with its gaudy fruits and bountiful produce. But what about the fall season?

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Be Back: Gone Grilling

What are we looking forward to? Using this well-deserved day off to not labor and instead lose the tie, fire up the grill and kick back with friends and family.

Life’s a Picnic

Now that we’re a little older, a little wiser and just as adventurous, we’re still taking our bikes out for a joy ride but with a decidedly grown-up twist.

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Roof-to-Table: The Ultimate in Local Dining

A number of our restaurants have wholeheartedly embraced urban agriculture, growing fruits, vegetables and herbs in rooftop (or patio) gardens for daily use in their kitchens and lounges.

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Kimpton Restaurant Month

Summer is heating up and we’re dishing out a cool restaurant deal.

Healthy Snack: Kyle Rourke’s PB&J Trail Mix

We're nuts about trail mix, especially when it's made in creative new ways.

Emily Wines Whisks Wine Managers to Italy

Pet lovers, get ready for some doggone fun: Our Pet Photo Contest is back and is better than ever!

Seattle’s Tulio Restaurant is Sweet on Grappa

Got grappa? Tulio restaurant in Seattle does. In fact, it has a grappa list 40 varietals strong.

Cool Brews: Kimpton Bars Mix Tea Cocktails

In honor of National Stress Awareness Month, we're sharing some of our recipes. We think they'd do the Mad Hatter proud.

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Why I Love Box Wine

The concept has a bad rap because most are pretty cheap swill. Yet in truth it’s a really brilliant idea.

Green Scene! Cheers to St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails

Move over, green beer. This St. Patrick’s Day, the frothy stuff has a little competition.

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Red Star Tavern’s Peanut Butter Mousse

Happy Valentine’s Day! No matter how you plan to celebrate, we figure that a good way to your heart is with a sinfully tempting dessert.

Valentine’s Day Dining You’ll Fall For

Cupid is drawing back his bow – and taking aim at your appetite. Join Kimpton restaurants from coast to coast for special menus in honor of Valentine’s Day.

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Fries + Flutes = Fun in Chicago

Executive Chef Derek Atwood and the team at Atwood Café in Chicago are no doctors. But they did come up with a cure for a case of the Mondays.

Chicago Restaurant Week is on its Way!

Traveling to Chicago? Hope you come hungry. February 1-10 marks Chicago Restaurant Week, a 10-day dining event that lets you enjoy exciting, prix fixe meals at easy-to-swallow prices.

Jason McClure’s Beer Salted Caramels

New Year’s diet or no diet, we think everyone deserves a sweet treat now and then.

Chef Danny Bortnick: Kimpton’s Foraging Fan

Our final installment in our yearlong culinary journey is Forage, and it celebrates the bounty of ingredients that can be found in nature.

Holiday Spirits: Kimpton Bartenders’ Favorite Cocktails

Sleigh bells ring. Are you listening? Better yet, are you toasting? You will once you try these cocktail recipes from Kimpton’s head bartenders.

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Hotel Allegro Rocked the Repeal!

On December 5, 1933, a Kimpton hotel made history. Once you find out the reason, you’ll want to raise your glass.

In Honor of Thanksgiving: A Wine Tour Through the States

Thanksgiving is almost here. In honor of the national holiday, here’s a little bit of national trivia.

The Old Fashioned Gets a Decadent New Spin

Every year, come Thanksgiving, I get excited about aged spirits like whiskies, cognacs and Calvados. Of course, since it’s an American holiday, let’s not leave out bourbons and ryes.

Topaz Bar Toasts the Presidential Candidates

The election is just five days way. Decisions, decisions!

Chicago Dining: Meet Three Unusual Meats

We never met a salad we didn’t like. But as the days get shorter, we hanker for heartier fare. And nothing says “sweater weather” better than meat.

Apples and Alcohol: A Match Made in Harvest Heaven

Apple harvest season is here, which means pies, cider doughnuts and maybe a little bobbing, if you’re feeling festive.

Poste Moderne Brassiere Serves Election Cocktails

It’s election season, which means you may be throwing support behind your party. You also may simply want to party.

Walter Pisano Chats About 20 Years of Tulio

In honor of our latest spotlight about knife skills, we caught up with a pretty sharp cookie: Executive Chef Walter Pisano of Tulio Ristorante in Seattle.

It’s National Breakfast Month!

Rise and shine, food lovers. We don’t expect you’ll have any sleep dust to shake off once we tell you some exciting news: September is National Breakfast Month.

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In Praise of Tequila

Mixing with this spirit is a constant thrill because it has such a diverse range of flavors, from fruity to herbaceous, with all kinds of spicy nuances in between.

Sneak Peek! Firefly Restaurant’s New Look

Firefly restaurant in Washington D.C. is momentarily closed. But tell your appetite not to worry – it’ll open back up on Saturday, September 29, with an exciting, new look.

Kimpton Hotels Serve Wines That Care

Kimpton hotels serve wines you can truly feel good about drinking – not just because they are rich in flavor and character, but because they’re made with love of the environment and their makers are known to support charitable causes.

Cheers to Olympics Cocktails!

London’s calling. And we can’t wait to tune in. Toast the five rings with Olympics-themed cocktails, available at select Kimpton bars and restaurants in San Francisco and Washington D.C.

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Chef Massimo’s Summer Peruvian Potato Salad

Relaxed, swimsuit-clad travelers aren’t the only ones grazing around the pool at Surfcomber, Kimpton’s hot new hotel in Miami. There are cows and sheep, too!

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Chef Derek Simcik is Way Into Bacon

Chef Derek Simcik of Atwood Café in Chicago has a classic pastry background. He also loves bacon.

Kyle Rourke’s Gourmet Chicken Kielbasa Corn Dogs

Okay, we know these don’t look like the typical corn dog. And that’s exactly what makes them so special.

Mother’s Day Brunches from Coast to Coast

If you’re still looking for a way to make the occasion special, you’re in luck: Here’s a sampling of what we have happening.

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Brendan Dorr, Head Bartender at B&O American Brasserie

Everyone loves a good comeback. Especially when cocktails are involved. Just ask Brendan Dorr, the head bartender at B&O American Brasserie in Baltimore and founder of the Baltimore Bartenders Guild.

Cocktails Bloom in Honor of D.C’s Cherry Blossom Festival

Our bartenders have been busy concocting Japanese and cherry blossom-inspired sips, available through April 27, when the festival concludes.

Cocktails Get Political at Topaz Bar in Washington D.C.

With an election year here and the GOP race in full swing, everyone’s talking politics. And Topaz Bar in Washington D.C. is adding cocktails to the conversation.

Wines to Pair With Your Valentine’s Day Meal

Food in general is pretty sexy stuff, but there are certain dishes known to up the romance (oysters, chocolate … you know what I mean)

Cocktails We Love for Valentine’s Day

These cocktails – gathered from Kimpton’s lounge, bar and restaurant menus across the country – are festively red and known to set the mood for romance.

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Allegro Introduces Bloody Mary Turndown Service

We know how much some of you love a Bloody Mary. (They don’t call it “meal in a glass” for nothing!). So our team at Hotel Allegro Chicago found a new way to add one to your morning mix.

3 Dishes to Savor in Washington D.C.

They say yummy things come in threes. We believe it after hearing about a trifecta of delicious – and entirely out-of-the-ordinary – dishes on our menus in Washington D.C.

Hot Cocktails, Cool Patio

It isn’t warm in Washington D.C. this time of year. But that hasn’t stopped Poste Moderne Brasserie from keeping its courtyard upper patio open.

What to Do With Leftover Champagne

Pop! That’s the sound of us uncorking bubbly in honor of New Year’s Eve. Clink! That’s our glasses toasting. Eek! That’s what we groan when we can’t figure out what to do with all the leftover champagne.

Jason McClure’s Garlic-Sherry Mushrooms

The appetizer is inspired by Chef Jason’s trips to Europe, where Spain has quickly risen to the top of his favorite places to explore and dine.

How to Make a Hot Toddy

We thought we’d give you a little something for the days Jack Frost nips at your nose.

Our Chefs’ Favorite Healthy-Eating Gift Ideas

What do you buy for the cook that has it all? More things to cook with, of course!

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Great American Wines for a Great American Holiday

Thanksgiving is almost here. This year, I plan to celebrate the national holiday by drinking my favorite wines from all over the country. Did you know wine is made in all 50 states?

Frighteningly Good Halloween Cocktails

Here are five recipes to try at home. No cauldron required.

Red Star Tavern Releases Signature Bourbon

Raise a glass, everyone! We’re toasting Red Star Tavern and Roast House in Portland, which has debuted its own Signature Single Barrel Bourbon.

Shopping Green City Market with Chef Roger Waysok

In autumn, our chefs get the pick of the crop. That’s especially true in the heart of the Midwest, where foliage blazes orange, red and yellow; comfort foods find their way from the farm to the table.

Chef Nathan Powers Reveals His Hunting Passion

When we asked our chefs what they were looking forward to this fall, one response was on the wild side.

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Why Our Chefs Can’t Wait for Fall

It was nice knowing you, summer. While we hate to cut our relationship short (we know you aren’t over until September 23), we are already turning our thoughts to what the next season will bring.

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Tattoo Spy: Derek Simcik’s Epic Inkings

The executive chef at Atwood Cafe in Chicago has five epic inkings that show his love of food and sense of humor.

How to Make “The Last Word” Cocktail

If you’re looking for a change from the old Long Island iced tea routine, Damien Lynch, the cocktail crafter at Library Bistro & Bookstore Bar in Seattle, is here to punch things up.

Chef Kyle Rourke’s Tailgating Tips

Baseball season is in full swing. Matter of fact, it’s almost football time. (Summer really flies by, doesn’t it?)

Panzano’s Elise Wiggins Talks Going Gluten-Free

Starting a gluten-free diet is a life-changing experience. Many, in fact, would call it downright difficult and would be tempted to recoil from the kitchen. But not Elise Wiggins.

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Wine Quiz: What’s Your Entertaining Style?

The type of wine you serve at a party is indicative of the kind of entertainer you are. Take this quiz created by Master Sommelier and Director of Wines Emily Wines to discover your soirée style.

Chef’s Summer Celebration Has Local Flavor

It’s summertime … and the living is easy. Mostly because there are just so many good things out there to eat.

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Beer Cocktails Bubble Up

Our mad scientists … um, mixology experts found ways for beer and liquor to mingle together deliciously. Who doesn’t love a two-fer?

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Best Wines for Summer Barbecues

On long, hot days, lower alcohol wines are ideal; they refresh without making your head fuzzy.

A Chef Tells Us How to Picnic

Chefs often get asked, “What do you cook when you’re at home?” But now that summer’s finally here, we’d like to take the conversation outside.

Let’s Toast World Cocktail Day!

Today is World Cocktail Day. The annual holiday celebrates the first reference to the word “cocktail” in 1806.

A Mother’s Day Delight from Chef Luca Corazzina

Mom’s the word this Sunday. And we’re not staying mum about great ways to celebrate the holiday.

Library Bistro & Bookstore Bar Has a Book for Every Taste

Here they nourish us with their favorite reads and recommend menu items to cleverly pair them with.

Discover Our Chefs on Twitter

A little birdie told us that our chefs have been pretty outspoken lately on Twitter. Sure enough, we checked and the tweets were flying.

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Make an Easter Brunch Date

Easter’s almost here, which means you have to hop to it if you want restaurant reservations. Good news: A number of Kimpton spots are rolling out special, one-day buffets, or dinner or brunch menus.

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Bowled Over By Punch

Punch bowls are back. Not in the college-party way (aka: buckets of fluorescent mystery liquid), but in a sophisticated, olden-days fashion.

Danny Bortnick’s Chicken Matzoh Ball Soup

Even as spring shows its sunny face, we still turn to warming comfort foods. A favorite? Matzoh ball soup.

We’re Tickled by Pickles

Lately we’ve found ourselves in a pickle. Meaning, well … we can’t get enough of them!

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Tattoo Spy: Mike Ryan’s Armful of Bacon

Why, what’s on Sable Kitchen & Bar head bartender Mike Ryan’s arm? A bacon tattoo.

How to Pair Wine with Chocolate

It’s Valentine’s Day, so I want to share something especially sweet.

How to Twist the Classics

Classic drinks like martinis and Manhattans have always been cool. These days, with Mad Men fever spreading, they’re even more sought after.

Wines That Care Kicks Off Another Year

Are you a fan of Kimpton’s hosted evening wine hours, held daily at our hotels? Well, here’s a thought for you to chew … or, rather, drink in.

Kimpton Goes to Market With The Butcher’s Block

Good things come in threes, whether they’re tenors, blind mice, or Bee Gees. Now, you can add Chef Robert Wiedmaier’s trifecta of Virginia gourmet destinations to the list.

Quiz: What’s Your Wine Personality?

Pair a wine with your personality. I created a quiz to help you find out which bottle you should cozy up with this season.

Great Bar Tools for Your Home

The thing is, there’s a bartender in all of us. I’ve had a lot of schooling, sure. But the tools that I use are no different then the ones you can buy and, eventually, master.

Jason McClure’s Thanksgiving Side Dish

Turkey Day is nearly here. Still stuck on what to serve alongside that bird?

Best Wines for Thanksgiving Day

As Master Sommelier for Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, I’m constantly sharing my love of wine. So asking me if I’ll serve wine on Thanksgiving is kind of like asking Richard Simmons if he exercises.

Bell Pepper Smash Recipe

Countless chefs make it their life’s work to source local, seasonal ingredients. It’s what the farm-to-table movement is all about. But what about farm to cocktail glass?

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6 Wines to Welcome Fall

For me, the shift in seasons means new beginnings. So now, as summer yawns into fall, I’m changing the wines I bring to the table at home

Chef Thomas Dunklin’s Carolina BBQ Ribs & Grilling Tips

They say all good parties start in the kitchen. But we like to think that, during football season, they start around the grill.