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THE MESSAGE L.A. Style, Authentic Italian S o after you've made a career as a character actor known for appear- ances on hit shows like Lost, The West Wing and Nip/Tuck, what else is an Italian-born Los Angelino to do but open up his own authentic eatery? At Sherman Oaks, CA eatery La Cava, Armando Pucci has done just that: "I wanted to provide an authentic taste, in a com- fortable, casual setting," explains Pucci of his chic, exposed-brick Osteria. In this hip neighborhood, CORRECTION Armando Pucci. this chic neighborhood, there are plenty of great restaurants, but it's not as easy to fi nd a perfectly thin crust pizza outside of La Cava. "I'm from Florence, and I'm glad to bring a bit of that to Southern California with me," says Pucci.— Rachel Burkons In our October issue, the General Manager of The Sunset Room in Agora Hills, CA was misidentifi ed in the photo above. General Manager Brian Norris (left) is shown with owner Chris Breed. Ladies Like Bourbon A t the monthly Los Angeles Women's Network event sponsored by the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center, Pacifi c Wine and Spirits of California LGBT Market Specialist Leslie Barclay has been stepping up by getting behind the stick. Barclay has been an innovative educator to this market, and through these monthly events, has represented brands like Bulleit Bourbon, Nolet Gin and the Ketel family of vodkas by mixing up innovative and fun cocktails for a packed crowd at this vibrant, artistically- driven series designed to showcase the power of suc- cessful women. Bulleit World Ambassador Hollis Bulleit is a regular attendee and supporter of the cause. — R.B. 20 / the tasting panel / november 201 1 Sipping at 'Sea Gareth and Tom Conway fl ank SWS Division Manager, Central Coast, Jerome Crannell. T Leslie Barclay and Hollis Bulleit. o celebrate the grand opening of their new tasting room, The Conway family provided music and nibbles at Santa Barbara Stearn's Wharf, where Deep Sea wines will be poured, offering not only tremendous Rhône varietals and a super-seamless Pinot, but a breathtaking view of the Pacifi c.