
LA Beer Week will be an 11 day long celebration of beer culture in Southern California held at the historic Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles. Featuring fine lagers and ales from the world class West Coast breweries like Firestone Walker, Stone and the Bruery; in attendance will also be European legends such as Chimay and Weihenstephan.

The Presso Espresso Maker simplifies espresso making down to the pure and basic task that it is, forcing hot water through coffee grounds. A basic method really only needs a basic tool, and this well crafted machine appropriately suits the process it performs. [Werd]

Plaid Creative has designed this useful infographic which visually depicts the formulas for various coffee recipes. [Elastika]

What makes a better dessert than a dark chocolate mousse and a Bushmills Whiskey aged 16 years? Basically nothing, and the blog “What Katie Ate” seems to agree. I think I’m in love.

The Spice Station boasts a impressive selection of gourmet herbs and spices that can be blended into custom mixtures on the spot.

A clever way to sneak mini liquor bottles into establishments that don’t frisk you.[Uncrate]

Celebrating the Taco lifestyle of Los Angeles California.

A series of beer bottles dedicated to the World Cup teams that made it to the round of 16 this year in South Africa. [YayEveryday]

The Lake Street Creamery food truck offers very unique ice cream flavors like donut and pancake breakfast. Lately you can catch them on Wilshire in Miracle Mile.

A full menu a meaty BBQ goodness. Ask for a royal with cheese, you won’t be disappointed.

The recipe for a good Gumbo has more layers to it than one may think. [CoolHunting]