SAN DIEGO — November 12, 2009 — St. Petersburg™ Vodka — the “Taste of Russia®” will serve its new signature cocktail, the “Hermitage,” on November 19 when Partying for a Purpose and Sidebar present “Vegas Casino Night” at Sidebar, 536 Market Street in downtown San Diego from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. All proceeds from the event will benefit It’s All About the Kids Foundation, which is committed to the advancement of children through the joining of music, the arts and the generosity of corporations and individuals.

Vegas Casino Night at Sidebar will feature hosted St. Petersburg Vodka “Hermitage” cocktails, and appetizers from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. There is a $20 donation at the door, which includes $250 in charity gambling chips for guests to enjoy Vegas style gambling including Blackjack, Craps and Roulette — all to benefit It’s All About The Kids Foundation. Vegas Chic attire is recommended for this 21 and over event. To RSVP, visit http://vegascasinonight.eventbrite.com.

St. Petersburg™ Vodka’s “Hermitage,” has been a hit with cocktail aficionados and mixologists alike. Named after the world-class St. Petersburg museum, the Hermitage cocktail combines the smoothness of St. Petersburg™ Vodka with the richness of strawberries, a light touch of citrus, and the tingling effervescence of sparkling wine. The cocktail was recently featured at two signature events — the grand opening for the San Diego Museum of Arts’ American Artists from the Russian Empire, and Promises2Kids’ fundraising event, Jewel — A Private Concert to Benefit Promises2Kids.

Partying for a Purpose is the fundraising branch of the It’s All About the Kids Foundation. The organization stages fundraisers in Southern California to benefit It’s All About the Kids Foundation, other worthy charities and those in need. The Foundation creates fun and innovative programs to benefit children’s charities and enhances the lives of less fortunate children. For more information on It’s All About the Kids, visit www.itsallaboutthekids.org.

About St. Petersburg™ Vodka
St. Petersburg™ Vodka hails from the cultural capital of Russia, home to great writers, artists and scientists. With a formula that dates back to the 18th century, this ultra-premium quality vodka has survived the tests of time and tastes. St. Petersburg™ Vodka has been a hit with critics and connoisseurs. It was awarded the 2007 Best Buy Bar Competition’s Gold Medal (Best Value Vodka, 94 points) and the 2006 International Review of Spirits Gold Medal (Best Buy, Exceptional). And now it is available in all Bristol Farms locations in Southern California. For more information on St. Petersburg™ Vodka call 619-857-2782.