BELLA's fab 5 Spring into the With spring right around the corner, it’s time to makeNew a beautiful seasonal &Now transition. That means enjoying the best of the season’s eateries, sounds, sights, and spirits. By Norah Bradford
LISTEN: HIP-HOP DUO 88GLAM Catch hip-hop duo 88Glam at the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. 88Glam wrapped up their whirlwind 2019 Canadian concert tour that featured 12 performances in an 18-day period this past January. Founders Derek Wise and 88 Camino premiered their first music video, “12,” which featured a cameo from The Weeknd and the first track on their April 2018 album, “88Glam Reloaded.” The duo’s second album, “88Glam2,” released in November 2018 by XO Records and Republic Records, includes collaboration with Gunna and Nav. 88Glam.com TASTE: JCB VODKA DINE: MAMO RESTAURANT JCB Vodka from JCB Spirits is made from the best Located on West Broadway in New York City, MAMO Restaurant is a purveyor Mother Earth has to offer—sustainably grown grapes of affectionate Italian and Provençal dining experiences. The renowned SoHo from the Cóte-d’or. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes are eatery celebrates the flavors and sensibilities of Italian cuisine, reopening its hand-selected for this unique bottling of vintage Burgundian doors after a fire this past Summer 2018. Authentic and delicious, a host of vodka. Sorted by hand, the grapes are crushed and fermented menu items include the Romanesco Arrosto, Salsa Caesar e Parmigiano, individually into wine in French oak barrels for six months. Maccheroncini al Ferretto (fresh Calabrian maccheroni, butter, sage, After blending, the wine is distilled one time in a copper lemon, and parmigiano), Maltagliati Verdi Alla Boscaiola (house-made pot, six times in copper columns, and then filtered four green maltagliati, mushrooms, peas, creamy tomato, parmigiano), or the times. Made once each year, this limited production spirit is diner’s choice of Risotto or Ravioli with Al Tartufo (fresh truffle). The crafted for exceptional and discerning connoisseurs. multi-level restaurant offers an unforgettable experience where every JCBSpirits.com single person is treated with affection and love. MamoNYC.com EXPERIENCE: CULINA, WATCH: FOUR SEASONS “THE BIG BREAK” LOS ANGELES “The Big Break,” a new movie The Four Seasons Hotel satirizing the entertainment industry, Los Angeles at Beverly Hills stars David Arquette “(Scream”) and has long been regarded as is directed by Gil Freston (“Paladar”), among the best hotels in Available on Vice.com, this over-the- Los Angeles. With Culina, top yet delightful parody was shown modern Italian now has at private screenings in both New its perfect match in a busy York City and Los Angeles before dining field. Culina perfectly the online global release. The 15-minute “mini-movie” applies a blockbuster film captures the cosmopolitan production quality to an intense storyline. It pays homage to 1990s classic films ethos of Los Angeles. The restaurant was named one of LA’s best that inspired the production, including “The Player,” “Heat,” and “True Romance,” by Esquire, and one of the greatest restaurants for outdoor dining in its cinematography (Derek McKane), special effects (Lucien Harriet, Josh by Zagat. And it’s no wonder—Culina features a spacious patio, Hackasian), and wardrobe (Annie & Hannah). In addition, stunt teams from an intimate lounge, a contemporary dining room, and two private “Lethal Weapon” (Ryan Gray) and “Blade Runner 2049” (Adam Hart) contributed rooms for entertaining. In addition, Culina’s menu showcases vibrant to the production of the film, working in tandem with action director Loren dishes and authentic Italian tastes, sure to please all palates. Culina is Herbert. The film screened as an official selection at the 22nd Annual LA Shorts open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week, and guests International Film Festival 2018. can enjoy wines and craft cocktails at the bar, Vinoteca. Vice.com CulinaRestaurant.com