1. Drink This! “Green Agave Cocktail”

This green refreshment offers a surprising twist on the usual tequila based beverage. Make a few of these before you head out, and it’s guaranteed to be a party.

1 1/2 oz. Tequila Herradura Silver
3/4 oz. Melon liqueur
Lime

In a shaker, add tequila, melon liqueur and a squeeze of lime. Shake and pour into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a slice of lime and serve immediately.

2. Watch This! August Rush

There aren’t too many new movies to pub this weekend, but we want to feature this moving family drama—August Rush. Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Keri Russell star in this film about two musicians who leave their child orphaned. He is discovered years later with an amazing musical talent that reunites his family. Most importantly, if you watched the Oscars, you saw a young woman tear up the stage singing the nominated song “Raise It Up”. Jamia Simone Nash’s power, soul and emotion are the real reasons why we think you need to see this movie! Click HERE to watch.

3. Wear This! “Global Exotic”

This Spring is about unconventional, colorful, and exotic pieces as evidenced by the huge safari trend. If you’re looking for a way, try these bold and chunky rings. They’ll work with with anything, from the light and flowy dress to those safari shorts.

4. Hear This! “Day 26—I’m The Reason”

How do you feel about Day 26 from Diddy’s neverending series, Making the Band? Here’s a sneak preview of what we believe will be a new single…whenever that happens. And it’s the full version, not that snippet that’s been floating around!

Day 26—I’m the Reason

5. Do This! “Go Green”

We’re talking about St. Patty’s Day. Although being environmentally conscious is another way you can go green, this is the weekend to celebrate that tiny bit of Irish we all have in our hearts. Grab a beer and hit the bars, clubs and lounges that all plan to take advantage of this big party weekend. And if you’re anywhere near downtown LA’s Pershing Square, check out Monday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade and concert starting at 11:30 am.

1. Drink This! “Pineapple Fizzy”

This bubbly beverage is just the right one for an evening celebratory toast or sipping over a late brunch. This recipe makes an entire pitcher’s worth, so feel free to share.

2. Watch This! “The Bank Job”

Starring Jason Statham, Saffron Burrows, Richard Lintern, this is the true story of an East London bank heist in the early 1970s. Just think Oceans 11 without the Las Vegas glitz and Gucci suits. Director Roger Donaldson combines honest thievery with mayhem, mistrust and malfeasance in this film.

3. Wear This! “The Man Bag”

Whether you’re going to Starbucks, Ballys or a weekend trip to Vegas, you can’t go wrong with a big bag. And we’re talking about guys this time. The mini Coach man purse is so 2003. This spring, the men’s lookbook has a few carryalls from Fendi to Phillip Lim that will really enhance your wardrobe. Big is where it’s at–get into it!

4. Hear This! “Raheem Vaughn—Customer”

We just love Raheem Devaughn. The video for his second single, “Customer”, surfaced this week. If you like it, you’ll find it on his new album, “Love Behind the Melody”.

5. Do This! “Rock the Runway”

Los Angeles does not compare when it comes to the fashion extravaganzas that take place in the major hubs–Paris, Milan, New York–but it’s still interesting to check out the shows. If you can get in. From March 7-March 14, trunk shows, exhibitions and parties will pepper Los Scandalous with a little extra life.

1. Drink This! “Orange Frothy”

2 c. freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tsp. honey
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 c. Grand Marnier
3 c. ice

Combine orange juice, honey, Grand Marnier and vanilla in a blender and blend until well combined and foamy. Add ice and continue to blend until ice is broken up and mixture is frothy.

2. Watch This! “The Other Boleyn Girl”

3. Wear This! “Vivienne Flats”

4. Hear This! “Crush on My Homegirl”

I-15 featuring Roscoe Umali—Crush on My Homegirl

5. Do This! “Battle with Words”

Greenway Court Theater
544 N. Fairfax Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90036

1. Drink This! “Royal Romance”

Give this one a try if you’re looking for an interesting take on gin.

1 1/2 oz. Dry gin
3/4 oz. Grand Marnier
3/4 oz. Passion fruit juice
Grenadine

Shake the gin, Grand Marnier and juice with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass. Drop a bit of grenadine into the bottom of the glass as a garnish.

2. Watch This! “Vantage Point”

Here’s another thriller, a film about eight different people piecing together their vantage points after the assassination of the U.S.A.’s president. Dennis Quaid, Matthew Fox, Sigourney Weaver and Forrest Whitaker are the big names behind this action movie.

3. Wear This! “Saskia Square Tote”

Don’t you just love this glorious combination of leather and lucite? The turquoise is hot, hot, hot and the creamy lucite handle offers a slight vintage touch! We really love it love muffins.

4. Hear This! “Bobby Valentino—Sexy Girl”

The last bit of Bobby Valentino we’ve heard recently has been a couple of features on records from Chingy and Roscoe Umali. Here’s some new music from the crooner. What do you think?

Bobby Valentino—Sexy Girl

5. Do This! “The Oscars”

Every year, the hoopla surrounding the Academy Awards grows bigger and bigger, but our favorite part of the show is probably the red carpet, not the actual ceremony! Some of our favorites will be there: George Clooney, Nicole Kidman, Casey Affleck, Cate Blanchett, Denzel Washington, Kiera Knightley, Ellen Page, etc. Who’s going to look fabulous, and who’s going to miss the mark? It all goes down at 5p/8e!

1. Drink This! “Chile Hot Chocolate”

Combine milk, cream and cayenne in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook until simmering, about 4 minutes. Add chocolate and whisk until completely melted and well incorporated, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately. Garnish with a little mint to tame the flavor.

2. Watch This! “Jumper”

3. Wear This! “Suede Slips”

The guys out there asked for fashion picks, so here we go. These D & G suede driving shoes are just what you need to slip into spring and summer. Comfortable, versatile and sleek, they can take you to a day in the office to a day in the countryside. If that’s your thing of course.

4. Hear This! “Kenna—Say Goodbye to Love”

What a great way to usher out all of the Valentine’s fluff that’s still lingering in the air. Check out this song from Kenna, an electro/pop Ethiopian born Virginia Beach raised producer/artist. In terms of mainstream play, he’s been getting love from Power 106’s evening DJs lately with this second single from his second album, Make Sure They See My Face. Get more from his Myspace HERE.

Kenna—Say Goodbye to Love

5. Do This! “Get Your Art On”

1. Drink This! “Poison Kiss”

This one is probably for the strong of heart…and tongue. If you like to take a chance with your taste buds, give this one a try.

3 oz. Vodka
1 tsp. Vermouth
1 tsp. Grenadine
3 drops Tobasco hot sauce
Ice

Place Put Tabasco and grenadine in bottom of a martini glass. In shaker, place vodka, vermouth and ice. Shake to chill. Strain carefully into glass to give the red liquid a “red stain” effect in the center of the cocktail. Garnish with an olive.

2. Watch This! Welcome Home, Roscoe Jenkins

OK, so we’re suckers for comedies sometimes. If you take Martin Lawrence, Cedric the Entertainer and Mo’Nique and put them into one movie, are you not guaranteed a gut buster? If you want to get your funny on this weekend, check out Roscoe Jenkin’s return home to his family roots!

3. Wear This! “The Spring Crop Jacket”

Similar to the cardigan in its characteristic lightness, but obviously differing in length, the crop jacket is a great piece for your Spring wardrobe. From the wide, swing style to the fitted, double breasted, the crop jacket comes in a variety of styles for most body types.

4. Hear This! “Ying Yang Twins—Drop”

If this is the weekend that you plan to hit the streets, please go right ahead and get your blank CDs ready because this one needs to go on it! It’s just crunk from beginning to end.

Ying Yang Twins—Drop

5. Do This! “Anti-Vday Prep”

Valentine’s Day is not the most important holiday on the calendar, but it always seems to enlighten the hearts of those in love and shroud the day in gloominess for those who aren’t, so its effects must be powerful. That being said, we’re going to dedicate this bit to the singles who want to take their anti-Vday celebration to the next level. Don’t be the only one sitting at home! There are anti-Vday parties going on nationwide for friends to hang out with friends and singles to mingle with singles. And if you want to get your sugar on, check out this take on the traditional candy heart. CLICK HERE