The Ducks at the Old Mill

Posted by fengshuifoodie in Boston, Feng Shui Folklore, Garden Party, Lounges and Bars, Restaurants and tagged with 1761 Old Mill, baked haddock, bread, brick, bridge, buffet, caesar salad, candles, chocolate martini, corn fritters, devotion, duck, Etsy, fabric, fire, Foster Family, history, logging, love birds, madarin duck, mandarin duck, maple glaze, mate for life, modern, Old Mill, pond, prime rib, rehearsal dinner, river, rocks, romance, strawberry shortcake, summer tea house, sunshine, trees, war rationing, water, Westminster, wood February 23, 2014

In feng shui folklore, one of the most beautiful icons of romance is the Mandarin Duck. Known as the “Love Birds” in China and Japan, a pair of these feathered creatures together is a historic symbol of love and devotion because they mate for life. In certain schools of feng shui, these are commonly used to attract a desirable mate and promote marriage. I think ducks are cute. Unless a client has a general fondness of ducks or birds, it wouldn’t be my first suggestion to use Mandarin Ducks in an environment as decor. However, do I want some for my home? Yes!! I’ve been keeping on eye on this beautiful fabric on Etsy.com with Mandarin ducks on a red background.

Provided by the Etsy store Simply Fabric Oakland, this colorful print would be ideal for a set of throw pillows. More information can be found by contacting the seller here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/112921502/97-width-chinese-double-happiness?ref=shop_home_active_1

In August, I was in Boston for the wedding of my friends Diane and Josh. Thanks to my friend Amy, a bridesmaid, I was able to attend the rehearsal dinner as her date. Due to their romantic symbolism, I found it brilliantly coincidental that the happy couple would pick a location highly influenced by ducks – and I don’t mean on the menu. The Old Mill, located in Westminster, Massachusetts, is housed inside a historic mill with water all around.

The ducks here are very happy creatures. The restaurant provides bread that guests may feed to them. (The duck pictured above practically ate out of my hand.) Now, while these aren’t specifically Mandarin ducks, the romantic symbolism can still be applied.

Originally a sawmill in the late eighteenth century, the mill was a thriving part of the community for five generations, before falling into neglect about a hundred years later. In 1921, it was revived into a summer tea house, operating until 1942 when war rationing of staples forced it to shut down. In 1946, the Foster family took it over, making it a year-round restaurant and bakery. They have continued to run it ever since.

One of things I love about the architecture of the site is the blending of old and new. Throughout the environment, homage is paid to the historical aspects of the structure, yet making it very livable and modern. In the photo to the left, one can see the new addition to the wing, and how it melds into the vintage timber of the building.

Flowing water, thriving trees, sunshine, smooth rocks, all of these are prime examples of how the elements can come together in completely harmony.

Another scenic view of the pond from the restaurant’s terrace.

The inside environment was nostalgic and quaint. Tables seating four to six were neatly arranged in the dining areas. Earth was the main element present in each room; brown being the dominant color and altered wood the primary material. Because the wood used here is dead (no longer a living plant), it’s now an earth element.

This amusing sign made me laugh because I was wearing a hat at the time. All sorts of vintage memorabilia adorn the walls, conjuring feelings of warmth and comfort.

Due to the special nature of the event, our dinner was served buffet style. Some of my favorite items were:

Corn Fritters with a Maple Syrup Glaze – Scrumptious. I think I had seven…
Baked Haddock Casserole with Seafood Stuffing – Rich and filling. A seafood lovers dream.
Roast Prime Rib – Tender pieces of beef. Tantalizing and tasty.
Caesar Salad – A classic done right. It accompanied the prime rib perfectly.

Our Server, whose name I sadly cannot recall, was incredible. In addition to making sure everyone’s needs were met, she was also our bartender. She made me, without a doubt in my mind, the best chocolate martini I’ve ever had. Just the right amount of sweetness, and the glass lined with chocolate syrup. Flawless and sublime. I was a happy man.

Each guest was given their own strawberry shortcake parfait, completely with whip cream on top. Refreshing and ideal for the summer weather.

A majestic brick fireplace demanded attention in the center of the room. The candles atop were arranged by the groom’s mother and grandmother. The candles add beneficial fire energy to the celebration.

After the rich and decadent meal, many of the guests made their way outside to feed the ducks.

In addition to the main restaurant, The Old Mill also offers The Cracker Barrel Lounge, complete with a full bar and its own menu (although the restaurant menu can be ordered here as well). The beneficial energy of the Old Mill, due to the very happy ducks, the natural surroundings, and the historical beauty of the structure, provide an auspicious area for dining, be it for the whole family or a romantic occasion. I will definitely be returning here on my next visit to Massachusetts, for the food, the drinks, and to feed the adorable ducks.

The 1761 Old Mill

69 State Road East, Westminster, MA 04173

978-874-0914

Hours: Tuesday– Thursday 11:30 am – 9:15 pm, Friday – Saturday 11:30 am – 9:45 pm, Sunday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, Lounge Hours: Tuesday – Thursday 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Friday 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Saturday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Sunday 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Note: Closed Mondays

http://www.1761oldmill.com/index.html

Top of the Mark Holiday Drinks

Posted by fengshuifoodie in Lounges and Bars, Restaurants, San Francisco and tagged with auspicios, Beefeater Gin, candy house, chambord, Christmas Tree, cityscape, cranberry juice, creme de banana, energy flow, Four Calling Birds, Galliano, George D, gingerbread, grapefruit, Happy New Year, history, holiday, interior decorator, landscape, mansion, Mark Hopkins, Mark Hopkins Hotel, martini, Mary Hopkins, Nine Ladies Dancing, Nob Hill, pipe-organ, raspberries, San Francisco Art Association, Smith, Top of the Mark, Twelve Days of Christmas, Victorian, view December 29, 2013

After attending the unveiling of the Gingerbread House at The Fairmont, I visited the Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel. My best friend Wendy and I were advised by friends to stop by their penthouse restaurant aptly named Top of the Mark.

Located directly across the street from the Fairmont in Nob Hill, The Mark Hopkins hotel is named for one of the founders of the Central Pacific Railroad. In 1875, Mr. Hopkins built his wife Mary her dream house: a lofty Victorian mansion complete with turrets, gingerbread trim, and a built-in pipe organ. Created by visual merchandising students from The Academy of Art San Francisco, is a quarter-scale model of the famed mansion completely made out of candy.

Sadly, Mark Hopkins would never see the elaborate abode. He passed away shortly before the home was completed in 1878. His widow, Mary, moved into the forty room mansion residing there for three years, then relocating to Massachusetts. She developed a close relationship with her mansion’s interior decorator, Edward Searles. The two were married in 1887. This created a scandal of the era as Edward was much younger than Mary – twenty years younger. After Mary’s passing in 1891, Edward donated the Hopkins Mansion to the San Francisco Art Association.

The Hopkins Mansion had a grand, but brief life. In 1893, it became the Mark Hopkins Institute of Art, its vast rooms now being used as galleries, classrooms and studios. It stayed a creative conservatory until 1906, when it’s demise came about in a fire resulting from the infamous earthquake of that same year. Less than a year later, a temporary structure was erected in its place by the Art Association. It was also discovered that an enormous water reservoir was directly underneath the house.

In 1910, hotel investor and engineer George D. Smith purchased the land. He tore down the temporary structure and begin creating a luxury hotel, The Mark Hopkins, which was completed in 1926. In 1939, Mr. Smith decided to convert the eleven-room penthouse in a skyline lounge called Top of the Mark. Situated on the 19th floor, the restaurant boasts spectacular views of the city and amazing martinis.

The view above is right outside the elevators on the 19th floor.

This was the view right next to our table. Just exactly how is The Mark Hopkins an example of good feng shui? First off, we have the spectacular views from every window. Peaceful landscapes are some of the best examples of feng shui art, and here we have aristocratic cityscapes as far as the eye can see, with hills in the distance. Simply breathtaking. Next there is the flow of architecture. In cities with good macro feng shui, most of the buildings rise and diminish in size gradually, thus supporting a natural, calm flow of energy over and around the structures. San Francisco does this for the most part. While the Mark Hopkins does stand out from the crowd (pun intended), there are enough tall buildings situated close enough that the energy flow is beneficial and auspicious, not jarring and uncomfortable as in other highrises.

Our table was near the half-moon bar on the far side of the lounge. Of the extremely vast list of martinis offered, we chose to be festive and stick with their holiday options: The Twelve Days of Christmas. Wendy went with the Ten Lords a-Leaping, a mixture of cranberry juice, vanilla vodka, Chambord and fresh raspberries. Sensational and sophisticated. I opted for the Four Calling Birds. Comprised of Beefeater Gin, creme de banana, and Galliano, this drink was heavy on another ingredient – grapefruit juice. I’m not a fan of grapefruit, but I thought it worked in this libation. Refreshing and tropical. On a separate visit, my friend Amy tried their Nine Ladies Dancing, which she said was amazing. These drinks are available through January 1st.

For more information on Top of the Mark, and a complete list of hours and holiday events, please visit their virtual advent calendar here: http://www.intercontinentalsanfrancisco.com.customers.tigertech.net/ICHotelsSF/TOTM/2013-HOLIDAYS/events.html

And to all of my readers out there, I wish each and every one of you a wonderful and highly auspicious New Year. 2014 holds some great things in store for all of us!

The Fertile Color of Orange

Posted by fengshuifoodie in Boston, Feng Shui Tips, Furniture, Lounges and Bars, Restaurants and tagged with Abigail's, baby, bacon, brunch, bucket light, burger, cage, Cambridge, chi, chicken gravy, creative, creativity, Dark and Stormy, dynamic, earth, edamame, fertile, fertility, Ginger Beer, Gouda Fries, iceberg lettuce, light source, metal, modern art, offices, orange, paint color, pregnancy, sconce, seaweed salad, summer chi, throw, umbrellas, water, wearing orange, wedding November 13, 2013

At the end of summer, I ventured to a beautiful place I hadn’t been to in a very long time – Massachusetts. My friend Diane, whom I’ve known since college, was getting married. A group of us made the voyage across the states for the event. After a smooth flight, my fellow travelers and I were ravenous, so our lovely hosts and friends, Jen and Keith, took us to an impressive restaurant in Cambridge called Abigail’s.

Situated on the first floor of a stylish apartment building in Kendall Square, Abigail’s stands out due to the dynamic orange umbrellas that adorn the dining patio.

The restaurant boasts a full bar with a choice beer and wine selection, gourmet food offerings including many BBQ specialties, and a raw bar. Their brunch menu also looks tantalizing.

As the night was beautiful and tranquil, we chose to sit outside. This was the view across the street from where I was sitting. Notice the healthy, thriving trees – a prime example of the wood element.

The vision in fuchsia above is the lovely Diane, whose wedding I attended later on in the week.

Dark and Stormy – This is one of my favorite beverages. Dark rum and ginger beer served over ice, with a lime wedge as garnish. A simple classic, but Abigail’s does it very well; I ordered two. The Moscow Mule is similar, except that it uses vodka instead of dark rum. Sweet and refreshing.

Seaweed Salad – A selection off of their Raw Bar menu, I had to try it. Unlike most seaweed salads, this rendition had pieces of edamame mixed throughout. Light and invigorating.

Fresh Ground Burger and Gouda Fries – American cheese melted onto a ground beef burger, with grilled onions, pickles, and iceberg lettuce on a delicious potato bun. Their special sauce is served alongside, similar to a savory aoili. Satisfying and filling. For $3.00 more, one can swap standard fries for Gouda Fries. Small pieces of bacon swim throughout a river of chicken gravy that cover thick-cut fries. Decadent and addictive.

Another item on the menu that caught my eye was a side dish called Summer Chi. In feng shui, we refer to positive energy as chi. Summer chi = summer energy. It turns out the chi dish is a medley of seasonal summer vegetables, which I found intriguing. (No one at the table ordered it, hence there is no photograph of said chi.)

Inside, a long bar extends nearly the whole length of the establishment. Cool bucket lights hang over the bar, while very industrial sconces take residence in front of the windows. I really like the metal energy the window fixtures encompass. Somewhat like a cage housing a rare light source. I’ve love to have two or three of these lining the balcony of my home in Los Angeles.

I was fascinated by this enigmatic art piece, which hangs near the main entrance. I love how the grays, blacks and yellows all mix together in a beneficial way. Earth, metal, and water elements harmonize here in thought-provoking fashion – an ideal example of good feng shui art in a highly modern style.

Shades of yellow and gray, with a little black here and there, are the main colors used throughout.

In feng shui, the color orange is a dynamic, cheerful shade symbolic of the west. There is debate as to whether it is representative of the fire element or the earth element. I would actually say it works for both. The hue is representative of creativity, fertility, organization, and social interactions. The color orange can be used in a variety of positive ways:

Add some orange pillows or an orange throw to a living room sofa. This will foster a more social, creative energy in the space.
Use as a paint color for kitchens, dining rooms, and children’s play areas. The color used in these rooms creates a warm, social atmosphere with good conversation.
If one is trying to have a baby, add more orange to the bedroom. The walls can be a painted orange, but it should be an earthy or muted orange, or change some of the curtains or bedding to an orange shade.
When used in small doses, orange is excellent for offices as it increases productivity and helps to establish an organized environment.
To stimulate creativity, wear the color orange in any shade you desire. It should be an item you like that is comfortable and stylish. (I have a rust color cardigan that suits me perfectly.)
Eat oranges! They stimulate one’s immune system with vitamin C and other healthy nutrients.

Personally, I consume a lot of oranges in the form of orange juice. (I can’t seem to get enough of it.) My next trip to the Boston area will hopefully be sometime next spring or summer. But one thing is definitely certain – I will be visiting Abigail’s again where I plan on eating some oysters underneath one of those vibrant orange umbrellas.

Abigail’s Restaurant

291 3rd Street, Cambridge, MA 02140

617-945-9086

Hours: Monday – Friday 11:30 am – 1:00 am, Saturday 5:00 pm – 1:00 am, Sunday 11:00 am – 1:00 am

Note: Closed for lunch on Saturdays.

http://abigailsrestaurant.net/

Bacon and Bubbly

Posted by fengshuifoodie in Feng Shui Tips, Happy Hour, Los Angeles, Lounges and Bars, Restaurants, Wine and Cheese, Wineries and tagged with art, Arunda Metodo Classico, bacon, Bacon and Bubbly, bacon art, bacon brownie, Bacon Freak, bacon platter, bubbly, carbonara, champagne, Claude Monet, Coastal Calliente Chipotle Bacon, crostini, fine art, For the Love of Hog, John Singer Sargent, landscapes, limbs, museum, paintings, Pizzas of Venice, rooster plate, rose, Salvador Dali, Santa Monica, sensual, Starry Night, subjective, Sun-Dried Tomato Bacon, Tasting Room, Tirle 2004 Rosso Toscano, Van Gogh, vanilla bourbon bacon, visual art, wine, wine classes, wine knowledge, WineExpo, Winne-the-Pooh September 16, 2013

I love visual art. Growing up, I would attend museums whenever possible, and pour through coffee table books of famous paintings. Good visual art – whether one likes it or not – makes one think and feel. A couple of years ago, while conducting some online research, I stumbled upon a recreation of Vincent Van Gogh’s famous painting Starry Night – completely made out of bacon. This version of Van Gogh’s masterpiece combined two things I love – fine visual art and pork.

As one can see from the photo above, the likeness between the bacon matches the original pretty well. A step-by-step process on how to fashion the Bacon Starry Night can be found here: http://www.instructables.com/id/Van-Gogh-for-Breakfast/ Another amazing bacon pairing I recently attended was Bacon and Bubbly, a monthly event held at WineExpo, a boutique wine and spirits store in Santa Monica. This event pairs five gourmet bacons with five scrumptious champagnes.

Completely concealed from the street, a large tasting room is located in the store. A rotating collection of elegant art adorns the walls.

Once seated, my party and I were treated to a little rose to cleanse the palette, and then we started off with our first champagne. Unique and eclectic tableware is used throughout. I really want to get a set of those rooster plates.

And then the bacon arrived. Five different selections, with bread, crackers, peanuts and olives completed the offering. I really like that they serve all the bacon to you at once, because it let’s one taste each kind of bacon with each champagne at their own pace. Now, I do believe these change per month, but here are the ones we sampled:

For the Love of Hog! Apple Cinnamon Bacon – Subtle hints of apple . Sublime.
Bourbon Street Vanilla Bourbon Bacon – My favorite of the group. This was the perfect yin and yang combination of savory and sweet. Highly delectable – I could eat this every day.
Rocco’s Private Reserve Sun Dried Tomato Bacon – My second favorite. I would add this to spaghetti or carbonara pasta. The tomato influences highly dominate. Rich and sun-kissed.
Big Daddy’s Cracked Pepper Garlic Bacon – Ideal for breakfast, this is a bacon classic. This would be great on BLT’s. Robust and tasty.
Coastal Calliente Chipotle Bacon – This was served to us as a country-cut, which is a much thicker piece of bacon. Spicy and sultry. I loved it.

And then there were the five champagnes, all of which were delicious. My two favorites were:

Arunda Metodo Classico Extra Brut Riserva, Alto Adige Italy – This beguiling bubbly beverage uses grapes harvested in the Alps. Sweet, lush, and addictive.
Gardet Selected Reserve a Chigny-les-Roses – One of two rose sparkling champagnes we tried this had the perfect amount of sweetness. I love that pinot noir and chardonnay are the two main components,, creating a flavorful luxuriousness to the drink.

Crostini – As assortment of various crostini can be ordered on their select menu, in addition to selection offerings from Pizzas of Venice.

Bacon Brownie – This tantalizing morsel was our dessert for the tasting, Available from Bacon Freak, it’s a divine treasure and currently, they’re on sale for $1.00 each right here: http://www.baconfreak.com/bacon-brownies.html

It wasn’t just the champagne and bacon that allured me to WineExpo, but also the art on the walls. In feng shui, art is vital in creating a peaceful and rejuvenating environment. There is good, beneficial art for the home, and there are paintings and art that are not good for the home. All the art here is displayed in a museum-like setting, and the current display is highly auspicious. One good example is pictured above. A peaceful landscape is brilliant for nearly any room in a home. Here are some other tips when looking for ideal feng shui art:

You Need to Love It – Art is subjective, and if there is a piece of art displayed in your home that you despise and loathe, I suggest removing it, or relocating it to a place where it will not be seen often. Art for the home has different meanings, depending on the room and environment. But regardless, if one doesn’t like the art hanging, it will only attractive sha (negative energy) to the area.
Landscapes – As I said before, beautiful landscapes are brilliant for attracting chi (good energy) to a home. Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, and John Singer Sargent are a few of many brilliant landscape artists.

No War or Shipwrecks – Images portraying war, hunting, or sinking ships are generally not auspicious for most rooms in a house.
Severed Limbs are Bad – The same goes with paintings of dead bodies or severed limbs. This is especially true for kitchens and dining rooms where food is prepared. This type of art can literally ruin a person’s appetite, and dissuade people from using the space. Even if it’s a Salvador Dali, if there are arms and legs just hanging about in the scene, the art doesn’t belong in a room where people eat or prepare food.

Romancing the Stone – For the bedroom, find art that is sensual in nature to you. This will help to attract more romantic chi.
Winnie-the-Pooh – For children’s rooms, find art that is pastel in colors, and images that are calming and peaceful. Winnie and his group are great examples.

What do you see? In this painting from the tasting room, I see a woman in a ball gown about to shoot an arrow. But there can be several different interpretations.

WineExpo has an enormous selection of choice wine, beer, and liquor. I was fortunate to also attend their 20th Anniversary Celebration, where I sampled even more of their scintillating libations. My favorite hands-down was the Tirle ’04 Rosso Tuscano, a heavenly Italian red. A bottle of it came home with me. (Notice that there is a small vineyard landscape on the label.)

The staff here is absolutely excellent, Alicia, Nick, and Roberto were all friendly, humorous and highly educated about wine and spirits. Speaking of education, they also offer wine classes among the many great events at WineExpo. Others include their 20 Wines for $20 Nights, where one may sample twenty wines for the unbelievable price of $20.00. These occur on Mondays and Thursdays. The other five days of the week they have their Happy Hour, from 5:00 – 7:00, which glasses of wine are 50% off. And on Tuesdays, for beer lovers, they have their 15 Beers for $15 Night. Bacon and Bubbly has become an incredible hit, and is now a monthly happening! Live music performances, gourmet food trucks, and other exciting ventures color their social scene. More information about future events can be found here: http://wineexpo.com/events/ Their website is updated often, and contains a wealth of wine knowledge. A small lot provides ample parking.

My next visit will be during the month of October, when I will be attending the next Bacon and Bubbly. I wonder if such a thing as pumpkin bacon exists? Hmmmm….

WineExpo

2933 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica, Ca 90404

310-828-4428

Wine Store Hours: Monday – Wednesday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm, Thursday – Saturday 10:00 am – Midnight, Sunday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm

Tasting Room Hours: Sunday – Wednesday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Thursday – Saturday 5:00 pm – Midnight

http://wineexpo.com/

Red: The Color of Good Luck

Posted by fengshuifoodie in Feng Shui Folklore, Feng Shui Tips, Furniture, Los Angeles, Lounges and Bars and tagged with Asian, auspicious, automobile color, bitters, Bohemian, cardinal, ceramic coconut, cocktails, coconut, Good Luck, Good Luck Bar, Hawaiian, Ikea, IKEA Hack, jukebox, lamp, Los Feliz, love, luck, metal ceiling, nutmeg, paper lantern, pineapple juice, Potent Potion, red, romance, ruby, Sailor Jerry Rum, San Francisco, sensual, sensual energy, sex, swanky, tiki, wood carving, yang July 16, 2013

When used properly, the color red in feng shui can be the fastest, most auspicious way to alter an environment for the better. Connected to the fire element, red is symbolic of reputation, prosperity and success. Red feeds the flames of passion, romance and sexuality, causing a space to have more yang, sensual energy. Because of this, in feng shui and Asian folklore, red has often been deemed the color of good luck. There is one very prosperous lounge in Los Feliz that exhibits scarlet hues in all their elegance, and that would be the aptly named Good Luck Bar.

From ornate wallpaper, to comfy leather seating, to the glowing lights scattered throughout, shades of ruby and cardinal permeate the area. Wood carvings and a metal ceiling evoke a Bohemian Orient-Express feel to the establishment.

A jukebox in the corner allows guests to select songs of their choosing.

Now while the environment is Asian inspired, the drinks served at Good Luck are mostly Hawaiian themed. Many of the specialty cocktails are served in Tiki-esque glasses or ceramic coconuts. My favorite is the Potent Potion. Sailor Jerry Rum, nutmeg, bitters, cream, pineapple juice, and toasted coconut are blended together, instantly exporting one to a tropical paradise. Very, very strong and alluring.

Another symbol of good luck is the paper lantern. They attract positive energy, and conjure a festive and lively atmosphere. They are also commonly seen during celebrations, such as the Chinese New Year. In feng shui folklore, is it believed that two red paper lanterns on either side of the bed can increase fertility for a married couple. Now, while I am a strong advocate of having two light sources on either side of a bed, they do not have to be red paper lanterns. One common trait in the San Francisco area is to use paper lanterns as shades for ceiling or wall sconces. Inspired by this, I refurbished an old lamp, whose glass shade had long since perished. Using a paper shade from IKEA, I affixed it to the top of the lamp, held in place with decorative twine and the lamp’s original hardware. A very nice “IKEA Hack” if I do say so myself.

There are many ways to incorporate red into one’s environment. For my clients, I always suggest having some red in the bedroom. The shade in this room will attract more passion and zest to one’s romantic life. Try sensual red curtains, a down comforter, or a cozy pillow in red hues. A romantic painting with red as a dominant color can also improve the intimate atmosphere. The important things to remember when looking for red objects for the bedchamber are:

One must like the object.
The object should blend in with the other possessions and decor of the room.
One should consider the object to be romantic and/or sensual in nature.

There are many possibilities, and any shade of red can work – from brick to ruby to cranberry.

Another highly beneficial way to add more red to one’s life is by wearing the color. In an article by Dr. Melissa Burkley, a social psychology professor at the University of Oklahoma, she discusses the direct and yet subconscious connection to red and sexual attraction. The article mentions studies that were conducted on how red in Western cultures signifies sex. It states that men who wear red are perceived to be more dominant and of higher status that men not wearing the shade. Women wearing red were perceived to be more sexually alluring than those not clad in cardinal. This is completely supported from a feng shui standpoint because red is representative of fame, prosperity, passion and sexuality. The complete article can be found here: http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-social-thinker/201008/seeing-red-does-wearing-red-make-you-sexy Because of this, any shade of red is excellent to wear on dates (for added romance), for business interviews (for greater success), and for festive occasions (happiness and abundance). One can wear either a lot or a little red, depending on their mood and personal style.

Sometimes the color red gets the short end of the stick – such as with automobile color. Although it is a complete urban myth that red cars cost more to insure, they do cost more to purchase. Because of the positive connotations of the color red and the wonderful yang energy the color encompasses, the price of red cars never decreases. It is also an urban myth that drivers of red cars get more tickets, and that red autos are stolen more frequently. Drivers of sports cars do get pulled over more so, and many of these happen to be red; hence the negative connotation.

I usually come to the lounge on the weekend. On Fridays and Saturdays, the bar is packed with swanky patrons, while Sunday nights offer a more subdued crowd. The service here is fast and excellent. In addition to a stellar drink menu and full bar, daily specials are also available. Rumor has it there is also a hidden drink menu, but I’ve yet to explore this personally. For a powerful beverage in a highly auspicious setting, I suggest the red-hued environment of Good Luck Bar.

Good Luck Bar

1514 Hillhurst Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027

323 666-3524

Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 pm – 2:00 am, Saturday – Sunday 8:00 pm – 2:00 am

http://www.goodluckbarla.com/

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