Kombucha (aka "the elixir of life") has become increasingly popular in recent years. The fermented tea just became one of America's fastest-growing bottled drinks and researchers say that the global kombucha market is estimated to exceed $1.5 billion by 2022. But, where did kombucha come from, what exactly is it, and why are countless health nuts latching on to the drink like it’s the fountain of youth? Let’s take a look.
7 Tips for Drinking Whiskey in the Summer
With the resurgence of whiskey over the past few years, there is no better time to enjoy the “water of life." In part two of our summer whiskey blog series, mixologist Stephen Kurnpinsky shares seven tips for how to make this summer a whiskey summer.
August 18, 2014
'Tis the Season for Holiday Cocktails
The holidays are filled with family, food and of course… great drinks! That’s why we’ve put together three signature cocktails to help spread a little cheer this holiday season.
December 19, 2013
How To Drink Your Way Through Neighborhoods of San Diego
We asked our Level2 Bar Manager, Sam Peters for his take on some of the most noteworthy concoctions to try. Here's what he had to say.
December 11, 2018
Meet Our Team: Sam Peters
A great team is the backbone of any restaurant and we're feeling extra thankful this time of the year. That's why we'd like to acknowledge some of our amazing staff members starting with Sam Peters.
November 20, 2018
National Wine Day: How To Get Your Vino Fix
Every year, wine lovers far and wide come together to celebrate all things vino on National Wine Day.
May 24, 2018
Neighborhoods of San Diego: A Look Inside
One year after opening La Jolla’s first craft cocktail bar, the idea of creating a concept menu that told the story of San Diego through its vastly diverse neighborhoods began to take shape inside my head.
December 1, 2017
The Story Behind Ora Rosa
What happens when you infuse premium mezcal with dried rose pedals? Answer: an amazing cocktails emerges.
June 20, 2017
The Story Behind Cool Beans
In our never-ending quest to make the best craft cocktails in San Diego, our resident Spirits and Beer Director/Barman, Stephen Kurpinsky, came up with one cocktail in particular that we couldn't be more excited about. Here's his story behind our current Cockail of the Moment, "Cool Beans".
January 26, 2017
The Art of Ordering a Good Drink
Have you ever been out with your friends, arrived at a hip new cocktail bar only to tense up and not know what to order? Not to worry, our Level2 mixologist, Stephen Kurpinsky shares ideas and suggestions to help make your next night out a delicious success.
July 26, 2016
