As regular readers of this site may already know, we, like many media outlets, were following the Casey Anthony trial. On a largely unrelated note, we've also had a thing for cocktails lately. It's safe to say that we did not expect these two interests to come together in quite this way. But then again, when you're Franklin Village institution Birds, known primarily for keeping up the BAC of the outrageous comedians of the next-door Upright Citizen's Brigade Theatre, I guess you have to try a little harder. More»

Took this in Hollyweird at Sunset on Highland. How many times have you sat at a red light during L.A. rush-hour behind a matching pair of Prii this week? So far, I'm at four.

What does summer mean to you? Beach, travel, friends? How about the fact that you can order a cocktail, or ideally several cocktails, at any time of day and not feel judged? But unlike, say, domestic beer, there's something of a quality threshold. Good cocktails need good ingredients and skilled labor, and that's going to cost you. Summer never lasts forever, so don't waste your money on bad cocktails at bad bars. Instead, why don't you take our advice on the best summer drinks and bars you're sure to love? More»

We've already talked a bit about fireworks today, but not enough for my taste. I hate to say this, but there really aren't any other holidays where you're guaranteed a fireworks show. Halloween? Labor Day? Sure, you could go to a Friday night Dodger game, but at this point giving money to Frank McCourt is kind of like giving money to a crackhead—he's just going to spend it on crack and/or $10,000 haircuts. So let's take a look at the best moments from 4th of July fireworks shows in photos from around the city last night, and one very cool aerial view video taken from the window of an airplane. More»

Go HERE for more photos by Ardy Ala and tag yourself and your friends!

Let's put it all out there, ladies: I know the truth. Your attendance at the Dim Mak Sunday Summer Night Swim Party isn't an idle recreation; it's the first step in a complex plan that ends up with you meeting the love of your life. Only you're still confused about one element of it. Do you jump in the pool to attract attention, or do you dance on the "lamp" pole? Well, let's break it down. More»

It's no secret that New Zealand's always harbored a little bit of a "baby brother" complex. First, to their trans-Tasman (I looked it up) neighbors, Australia, who apparently have a reputation for taking credit for Kiwi singers and desserts, amongst other things. But now that they've shot a ridiculously successful trilogy of films about some magic Hobbits who are deeply in love with each other, it seems that they're ready to fire a few shots in our direction as well. And they're getting started by aping our most famous landmark. More»

Go HERE for more photos by Ardy Ala and tag yourself and your friends!

Aren't you glad Sunday is a party day again? I'm a Jew, so when it's not football season, Sunday literally has nothing to offer except long lines at Trader Joe's and suffering through my friends complaining about the upcoming work week. That is, unless some generous souls offer to throw a weekly pool party blowout. Luckily for us, the Dim Mak fellows are those generous souls, and their Sunday Summer Night Swim Parties are putting our Sundays back on the right track. It's just, some people aren't exactly used to partying on God's Day, so they make rookie mistakes. Here, then, are a few little tips and tricks to look like an old pro. More»

Go HERE for more photos by Chelsey Rushing and tag yourself and your friends!

Weird is relative. We live in a gigantic city full of endlessly diverse people, cultures and styles, so it stands to reason that any event, no matter how weird it might seem to someone, might make someone else feel perfectly at home. Nevertheless, The Bar has taken on the challenge, hosting a weekly Friday party that challenges you to "Get WEIRD?" Do they answer their own challenge? Let's find out. More»