tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88139407313087646552024-03-04T23:44:57.656-05:00The Stephanie PaigeAn Exploration of Mixology: New York and BeyondStephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.comBlogger192125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-16877782225569222972012-08-08T23:55:00.000-04:002012-08-10T00:21:22.049-04:002012 Lollapalooza: Music Lounge @ The Hard Rock HotelMy sister Steph asked me to contribute on a guest post for the 2012 Lolla Lounge this year. As a music/media aficionado this was an easy task to follow. With Steph being MIA, most likely roaming around Manhattan-fedora on and all, with frequent stops at the Standard photo booth followed by posh food/designer trucks-she gets a free pass this time as she has been a part of the these spectacular events in the past and present.<br />
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After 4 years of the Music Lounge, I'm proud to say that this was another successful experience at the one of the best well kept secrets of Lollapalooza- that is of course if you are Press, VIP, or an Artist. I had the honor of stopping by the Its So Miami Oasis to decompress from the grueling summer heat and reverberating electro-beats from Perry's stage and face-melting bass lines from Flea and The Red hot Chili Peppers. Even though Lolla failed to provide any video footage of Perry's-which is a positive sign considering the amount of debauchery going on between all the neon-mud ravers partying- they still linked some notable <a href="http://www.youtube.com/lollapalooza">performances </a>throughout the weekend.<br />
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Touring the ck one color Music Lounge was a quite the trip as I shifted through the multiple gifting suite rooms where you could experiment refreshing cocktails sponsored by Belvedere Vodka and Disaronno. You could get your snap-back game on trying on stylistic New Era hats and <a href="http://nicolives.com/NicoLives/home.html">NicoLives</a> watches as you regret getting that complimentary tattoo in the DJ mainroom while simultaenously listening to R&B beats brought to you by <a href="http://blog.djkayper.co.uk/">DJ Kayper</a>- who clearly was mixing some dirty pre-lolla material. I am currently on a Smartwater/ Vita Coco coconut water relapse as they were ubiquitous throughout the lounge, however was entirely content with maintaining the perfect balance of hydration for the weekend. Running into guests such as Michael Pena, Talib Kweli, B.o.B, Childish Gambino, Polica, & Jerry Azumah were a few of the highlights of my celeb encounters.<br />
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In the evening ck one present Rock the Vote Night offered some post-lolla concerts and mingle time with many of the artists and media that got to have some R&R time after being occupied earlier during the day. I really admired the soothing sound of the <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rl03afAqeFQ">Polica</a> set accompanied by Childish Gambino (30 Rock actor, jack of all trades virtuoso) DJ set.<br />
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The Hard Rock continues to prove to be the ideal destination for Lollapalooza's pre/post gatherings. Until next year when I re-visit the lounge with my <a href="http://soundcloud.com/you/tracks">Artist</a> credentials, here are few pictures to check out of the exceptional event and attendees over the weekend:<br />
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</div>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-37230499708251290982011-10-20T16:50:00.006-04:002011-10-20T17:40:56.392-04:00Shine On - The Original Moonshine<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRvJFM2YSY7Ibq5Wxqu3XDCJ3l29s9vjJXxpz9_AYPbzGR_J_v1U_aeo71nXZ_-QE7RRAocRCtoYny4xLL0PkkxVKH2SAEPjWCRf2cctPxtTlnLZSPhhV909zHhEVI9zpzNSamz2sNNbY/s1600/Moonshine+Pic.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 219px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRvJFM2YSY7Ibq5Wxqu3XDCJ3l29s9vjJXxpz9_AYPbzGR_J_v1U_aeo71nXZ_-QE7RRAocRCtoYny4xLL0PkkxVKH2SAEPjWCRf2cctPxtTlnLZSPhhV909zHhEVI9zpzNSamz2sNNbY/s400/Moonshine+Pic.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665692261795387698" border="0" /></a>Throw your pre-conceived notions out the door. The Prohibition era may exist on PBS specials and HBO but gone are the days of bathtub gin and low quality D.i.Y. moonshine. I recently sat down with Chuck Miller, master distiller of <a href="http://moonshine.com/">The Original Moonshine</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/ShemIB">Shem Blum</a>, Brand Ambassador (and mixologist at the Boom Boom Room at the Standard) for a tasting at Macelleria - a steakhouse in the meatpacking district in Manhattan.<br /><br />Meat and Moonshine?<br /><br />You bet.<br /><br />In fact, during happy hour <a href="http://www.macelleria.com/">Macelleria</a> has a promo where they offer up a side of<a href="http://www.smithfieldhams.com/"> Smithfield Virginia Ham </a>as a small bite to accompany a Moonshine cocktail - a fitting combination given both brands’ commitment to local food and ingredients.<br /><br />Miller, who donned plaid and a cowboy hat (love), spoke to his family’s long standing tradition of distilling this storied American spirit.<br /><br />But what is Moonshine?<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/MOONSHINE">The Original Moonshine</a> is clear corn whiskey, hand-crafted from 100% estate-grown corn and distilled four times in a Prohibition-era copper pot still. At 80 proof, the Virginia distillery prides itself on sticking to an all-natural, gluten-free, proprietary recipe. The whiskey is charcoal-filtered which produces a pure and smooth flavor.<br /><br />Moonshine is a gateway spirit. It has more flavor than vodka, it’s not as polarizing as gin and is not as aggressive as a brown spirit such as bourbon or scotch. For newbies, first try it neat, at room temp. Then add a couple of ice cubes to open it up. And finally, segue into a cocktail with Shine as the base spirit.<br /><br />It’s versatile, approachable liquor that will undoubtedly be incorporated in my next Bloody Mary or mixed with apple cider.Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-54064523012768418102011-10-11T17:11:00.004-04:002011-10-11T17:28:13.396-04:00Cupcake Vineyards<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Wa2WtfN6pu3gwRXOZp93NMxgQcshgg2GewJOuGWUOrlVqcprGXtu3dUTU4iBZGfUtLA4Jv3okKFP6amcWU5AVBAMQZo-XPDlxUNJ6oea81p6i5zDvxh3lR6JmOfmULjiZu1oxirrOpU/s1600/Cupcake-Vineyards-Red-Velvet.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 115px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Wa2WtfN6pu3gwRXOZp93NMxgQcshgg2GewJOuGWUOrlVqcprGXtu3dUTU4iBZGfUtLA4Jv3okKFP6amcWU5AVBAMQZo-XPDlxUNJ6oea81p6i5zDvxh3lR6JmOfmULjiZu1oxirrOpU/s400/Cupcake-Vineyards-Red-Velvet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5662349427094714850" border="0" /></a>A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of dining with Adam Richardson, Chief Winemaker for <a href="http://www.cupcakevineyard.com/"><span class="il">Cupcake</span> Vineyards</a> at the oh-so-chic <a href="http://www.capellahotels.com/newyork/dining-en.html">Setai Hotel</a> on 5th Ave. It was an intimate dinner of about 10, where we wined and dined and covered off on the inspiration behind the name "Cupcake" for a winery and discussed the best methods for nurturing young and old vines.<br /><br />Adam showcased a stellar selection of his <span class="il">Cupcake</span> wines, including several new vintage bottlings - delish and to die for when paired with the Italian cuisine from Ai Fiori.<br /><br />Since it's introduction in 2008, Cupcake wines have seen strong growth. After chatting with the charming Aussie, it's evident that this is due in part to Adam. Australian born and trained, he brings an international perspective to bear on winemaking. By sourcing grapes from the places around the world where they grow best -- Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand's Marlborough, Prosecco from Italy's Prosecco D.O.C., Chardonnay from California's Central Coast, for instance -- he is able to craft a unique lineup of high quality, regionally expressive wines of place.<br /><br />And they're affordably priced - $15 a bottle (at max).<br /><br />A personal favorite is the <a href="http://www.cupcakevineyard.com/wines/reds/red-velvet/">Red Velvet</a>, a blended red with notes of chocolate and deep rich blackberries - it's smooth, just as the name implies.<br /><br />The label has a <a href="http://www.cupcakevineyard.com/wines/">fantastic selection of wines</a>, perfect for any occasion - from a fall dinner party to weekend brunch.<br /><br />Cheers!Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-28314163806705853502011-02-16T18:14:00.006-05:002011-02-16T18:34:14.148-05:00L3 Lounge at the Empire Hotel - Fashion WeekIt's <a href="http://www.dailyfrontrow.com/"><strong>Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week</strong> </a>so NYC is ripe with celebs, athletes and rockstars. On Monday night they descended onto the Penthouse suite of the <strong>Empire Hotel</strong> for the first ever L3 Lounge presented by New Era and hosted by celebrity stylist, Phillip Bloch. The chic suite overlooked the steps of Lincoln Center and was transformed into a fashion oasis for men (and this girl). Brands such as DL 1961 Premium Denim and New Era hats (yep snagged a fab white Yankee hat that made it into the night) were readily avail and John Allan’s Salon offered complimentary services. <strong><a href="http://www.dewars.com/lda/">Dewar's Scotch</a></strong> was flowing behind the bar and it kept the party going with signature cocktails like the<a href="http://www.barnonedrinks.com/drinks/d/dewars-smash-14378.html"> <strong>Dewar's Smash</strong> </a>- very light and refreshing - kind of like a scotch mojito. I didn't see them...but spotted at the lounge was Gabe Saporta (lead singer of <a href="http://www.cobrastarship.com/"><strong>Cobra Starship</strong></a>), Sex and the City Alum, Mario Cantone, 30 Rock’s Scott Adsit and the <a href="http://guestofaguest.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/Alex_McCord,_Simon_van_Kempen_.jpg"><strong>Real Housewives of NYC</strong></a> couple du jour. <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDp56tLkkMrhb_hKa0pR4YxJXZLKBMDsvD8Ij_bQJG1X1TGEVDHLQFI5GoqcQk0PMLuYDXCRDDz145C4yCIYZM3uywEC5fVwli4rYhfWieoZqVbGxCkVDBMK-kdVId3IbasUG8idw1x_U/s1600/Phillipe+Bloc.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574432874172621794" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 378px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 252px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDp56tLkkMrhb_hKa0pR4YxJXZLKBMDsvD8Ij_bQJG1X1TGEVDHLQFI5GoqcQk0PMLuYDXCRDDz145C4yCIYZM3uywEC5fVwli4rYhfWieoZqVbGxCkVDBMK-kdVId3IbasUG8idw1x_U/s400/Phillipe+Bloc.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUtTtrXhx3r_BtrqrIbZbZeHTQY9y1orDqSeRuoDGhNKpPBTPknpmD309T7ZNUsT9H1dYe5wSfrDvE19jW-Je8MS8dlW5yQG-sF1PRhaC_9FyBgOz5hGquhkpRwUDnfZYA72t0yqzOF5g/s1600/Yankee.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574432876667459346" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUtTtrXhx3r_BtrqrIbZbZeHTQY9y1orDqSeRuoDGhNKpPBTPknpmD309T7ZNUsT9H1dYe5wSfrDvE19jW-Je8MS8dlW5yQG-sF1PRhaC_9FyBgOz5hGquhkpRwUDnfZYA72t0yqzOF5g/s400/Yankee.jpg" border="0" /></a>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-38401461296143608662011-02-11T12:02:00.006-05:002011-02-11T12:34:12.846-05:00Fashion Week: The Kim Crawford Dispatches<div><br /><div>This week is all about fashion and <a href="http://www.kimcrawfordwines.co.nz/"><strong>Kim Crawford Wines</strong> </a>is the exclusive vino of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center (Feb 10th - Feb 17th). The Wine Bar is a haven for celebs, designers and jet-setters. It's a faux pas to eat at Fashion Week (I learned that at my first fashion weekcouple of ye when I was noshing on a cupcake at a Betsey Johnson show...hey at least I was wearing Thakoon and leather...) so drink up my friends...drink up. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>This season Kim Crawford Wines has partnered with NYC nightlife guru – Mr. Patrick Duffy – to host and curate exclusive events in the space. Stay tuned for more deets on those events. </div><br /><div>Crowds came out for the fashion week kickoff event of<a href="http://www.stylebistro.com/Fashion+Forum/articles/_wAaYuvBX4B/Heart+Truth+Red+Dress+Collection+2011"> <strong>The Heart Truth Red Dress Collection</strong></a>. Kim Crawford Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc were the varietals du jour and could be seen in the hands of Patti LaBelle, Dita Von Teese, Camilla Alves and Matthew McConaughey - who sent their reps out to beg for bottles to bring back to them. One bottle, two glasses each. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Jittery?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>After walking the catwalk Eve, Taraji P. Henson and Ann Curry, who, when asked about how she felt when walking the runway for the first time, said “I was petrified. Totally petrified. But I just kept telling myself ’I am here to love you all, I am here to love you all.” </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><div>We love you too, Ann Curry.</div></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifP6pxR3dEj2SuS1f_RFXvnfh9ch6W5DeNqhV8gkx29hkFWbI_vYXugx4woVbFXX3WC51494YyicN6-fGdEkVIWjS6hyphenhyphenNb08JYu9ILiuYycvA8QKHfRQQC2pPaiRwwf7kCtsODzQEjYyQ/s1600/Fashion+Week+%25231.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572484595886482706" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifP6pxR3dEj2SuS1f_RFXvnfh9ch6W5DeNqhV8gkx29hkFWbI_vYXugx4woVbFXX3WC51494YyicN6-fGdEkVIWjS6hyphenhyphenNb08JYu9ILiuYycvA8QKHfRQQC2pPaiRwwf7kCtsODzQEjYyQ/s400/Fashion+Week+%25231.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikkt3VMuY_UNv1sRf946lHj2dMtYUiG3mTRO9BCVNLwiSVTTVxpT1lkw9K2gx6dLpbAelbO4tkvnrUD_g4XXikAkOVSkr2jSlMldOMZONS0aNLIB-rOe7xifq4EBUEZ0Njuy9kvrEV-Bg/s1600/Fashion+Week+%25232.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572484592562035922" style="DISPLAY: block; 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margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuYO6kzXQeck5O2oAj-L1IvVOobDJuIkOLgs6-6OxC193HRM7g45UBVXvmEucbGn9J5wvZhKRLl33aduQ9LaMl-EeFuWcy1P0JcYNPjMuPsdj1qzaNE0xnrxtQZxvBBFqfcAGGKMulO0g/s400/Y33xeVv3.JPG.part" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571865407952565538" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinongXW-ToALfLqQU9tIGjnnJD7VYBY4MYJ2KXB1KQTtOmin_3FGt4ynUX4Z7JU973JiincMn9U5jGMWJoNZgnCOqX0kTQSDu3a-9htpS2Y13llx1oMNNweopZR69l8gKLf9zGJVasOM8/s1600/_MG_1803.JPG"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinongXW-ToALfLqQU9tIGjnnJD7VYBY4MYJ2KXB1KQTtOmin_3FGt4ynUX4Z7JU973JiincMn9U5jGMWJoNZgnCOqX0kTQSDu3a-9htpS2Y13llx1oMNNweopZR69l8gKLf9zGJVasOM8/s400/_MG_1803.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571865265198910402" border="0" /></a>Wanna know what winter tastes like?<br /><br />For some palates, gin is a tricky spirit. More often than not imbibers either love it or hate it. I’d venture to say that it’s the botanicals and unique flavor profile of the spirit that has the tendency to overwhelm or scare newbies. Some are haunted by their Gin & Tonic college days and others can’t handle a traditional gin martini. But gin is a lady, albeit a complex one, and for<br />some reason I picture gin having the personality of Mae West.<br /><br />I also happen to heart gin. I’m fascinated by the vast array of proprietary botanical recipes that<br />distillers employ to set their spirit apart. And as I headed to the Lamb’s Club in New York last<br />month, I was eager to try the latest display of gin craftsmanship – Beefeater Winter.<br /><br />Master Distiller Desmond Payne opted to combine the traditional tastes and flavors of winter<br />to bring the limited edition gin to life. Cinnamon, nutmeg, pine, and Seville Orange peel were<br />combined with the classic flavors of Beefeater London Dry to create the winter edition. It’s<br />only available in New York and San Francisco but that shouldn’t deter any one from getting out of the vodka rut and reaching for the nearest bottle of gin (I like Beefeater, New Amsterdam and Bombay Sapphire).<br /><br />Don’t be intimidated by the spirit. When in doubt go for gin and lemon San Pellegrino<br />sparking water with a sprig of mint.<br /><br />Worsh.<br /><br />Beefeater cocktail combo’s to try:<br /><br />24:75 – Beefeater 24, Sencha Tea syrup, lemon juice, champagne<br />French 75 – Beefeater, lemon juice, simple syrup, champagne<br />Ruby Negroni – Beefeater, Campari, Tawny Port, raspberry syrup, prosecco<br /><br />For more info and additional drink inspiration visit http://www.beefeatergin.com/.Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-29441908365524963282010-11-20T15:30:00.004-05:002010-11-20T15:45:49.751-05:00The Macallan and Lalique: $460K for Charity:WaterI popped by Southeby's for a glimpse (wish it was a taste) of a rare single malt Macallan that was being auctioned off to benefit one of my favorite charities. The <a href="http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20101116006904/en/Macallan%C2%AE-Lalique-Break-Record-Expensive-Whisky-Crystal">Macallan </a>and <a href="http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20101116006904/en/Macallan%C2%AE-Lalique-Break-Record-Expensive-Whisky-Crystal">Lalique </a>set a record for a bottle of whisky sold at auction, with all proceeds going to <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.charitywater.org/themacallan">charity: water</a>, an organization that provides access to clean, safe drinking water to people in developing nations. The Macallan 64 Year Old in Lalique: Cire Perdue sold for $460,000. It's one of the most unique collaborations to date between The Macallan and Lalique, with 100 percent of the proceeds benefitting Scott Harrison's (founder) non-profit. Lalique’s bespoke, one-of-a kind crystal decanter, created using the “cire perdue” or “lost wax” method, houses the oldest and rarest Macallan ever bottled by the distillery, a 64-year-old single malt whisky. 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MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyLvwz2jCCa_5NQm8tfkc3sT-UKg3hhj0M2Ydd2LrvORFOQjvgcAWQ5IoRSVGKgcXWUpmpKOQXHoJSIWvlwCPD3O4m3DGvP4lX3Z5AY8olJOD8pS1GMb7-Ne9SAbwwUzp5uH4MRzlEJb8/s400/sothebys-macallan_lalique-BLOG-3.jpg" border="0" /></a></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-78501875487414163212010-11-10T13:07:00.005-05:002010-11-20T15:51:28.650-05:00Rémy Martin Hosts Mad Men DinnerPaying homage to the classic gentlemen, Rémy Martin, a cognac best known as an after dinner drink, reinvented their time honored spirit and incorporated it into fine cocktails. Gone are the days when Rémy is sipped neat post-dinner - it's a lovely base spirit that can be and should be used as the foundation of a classic cocktail (Sidecar or Manhattan). I'm currently obsessed with the <strong>Gold Rush</strong> (Remy 1738 Accord Royal, Lime Juice and Honey). The intimate seated dinner at the Lambs Club was an exclusive tasting of Rémy Martin's 1738 Accord Royal hosted by Mad Men's Vincent Kartheiser and the show's Emmy Award-Winning Costume Designer, Janie Bryant. Loved it. For additional deets on the evening check out the recap's from <a href="http://www.blackbookmag.com/article/the-lambs-club-mad-men-dinner-conversation-topics-rape/23191">Blackbook</a> and the <a href="http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2010/11/08/vincent-kartheiser-defends-mad-mens-pete-campbell-not-a-rapist/?mod=rss_WSJBlog">Wall Street Journal</a>.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLZqWD9ctGEcIKkv4cUGyKFM3CMZY9dByWGYNGZA2KETw4oavz2gzWIpNAIk7LS8maBC2wnV5k9C_EjrDPYC5jV98dRJCnXDD7h5grme_qZyp-_XI97N0XEFIBoX3qqyQ9RGEKal_w-f4/s1600/Stephane_and_Cayte.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537987780548055330" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 242px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLZqWD9ctGEcIKkv4cUGyKFM3CMZY9dByWGYNGZA2KETw4oavz2gzWIpNAIk7LS8maBC2wnV5k9C_EjrDPYC5jV98dRJCnXDD7h5grme_qZyp-_XI97N0XEFIBoX3qqyQ9RGEKal_w-f4/s400/Stephane_and_Cayte.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8BBm4UkpF8o70iKrF2u0zSVeQhnjOzitjrVBtF7gf6hUsp41cRtekXq41UtGkAdrA16YHq3GZyBmp2I7w0e9kHb3y15QtMEgqE7IPE_JieKw1BMnqoq6lRnCuwFI9rK9hE6dPTA_vFY4/s1600/Stephanie%252C_Cayte_and_Alexis.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537987770969759106" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 317px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8BBm4UkpF8o70iKrF2u0zSVeQhnjOzitjrVBtF7gf6hUsp41cRtekXq41UtGkAdrA16YHq3GZyBmp2I7w0e9kHb3y15QtMEgqE7IPE_JieKw1BMnqoq6lRnCuwFI9rK9hE6dPTA_vFY4/s400/Stephanie%252C_Cayte_and_Alexis.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqQKVorvs_LfBS_9BatXSsVRcS4li589bFPtWJG1nclWOMPK0UGvDbcgB1FQgRltkKE_EBBHq61_R1LnQoGq96kS8GXLbHr2IHEw_0OMqgqnZ1xFPZTRpUyri0T6GUAAUC9-MWt6JASJ8/s1600/Janie_%2526_Vincent_2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537987766408157154" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqQKVorvs_LfBS_9BatXSsVRcS4li589bFPtWJG1nclWOMPK0UGvDbcgB1FQgRltkKE_EBBHq61_R1LnQoGq96kS8GXLbHr2IHEw_0OMqgqnZ1xFPZTRpUyri0T6GUAAUC9-MWt6JASJ8/s400/Janie_%2526_Vincent_2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrqEvTomlYJ9C_hRR85E0-9yyqmcx8UT4HxOdFnyApy8hZpK6Cvdscg2xiWHUspMcZHcYovheQwds37mdkk-3kKYWqO5-wwFwV08kTofAALPZq6LA4L1ZsukTckn7iE8Q8H9_85xQZUHY/s1600/DA279127.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537987758612574994" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrqEvTomlYJ9C_hRR85E0-9yyqmcx8UT4HxOdFnyApy8hZpK6Cvdscg2xiWHUspMcZHcYovheQwds37mdkk-3kKYWqO5-wwFwV08kTofAALPZq6LA4L1ZsukTckn7iE8Q8H9_85xQZUHY/s400/DA279127.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoQ6MxYP9b9Caw3HBEeLulyvLHbwL9P9Zrn-58BSzDPbxunXh3Y9mIVofQKfMck0ohUSsdTTkIrryD17OE1Cj1FhOL3y49kph3gtJA1AKoXm3Om8uT0ZAXoXUxP_IQUL5Fsnn5977S-Q0/s1600/DA279127.jpg"></a>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-63104638166927516382010-11-10T12:39:00.007-05:002010-11-20T15:53:05.108-05:002010 Stella Artois World Draft Master CompetitionI had the privilege of being one of five U.S. media to travel to London to experience the Stella Artois Draft Master Competition. It was three days filled with fish & chips, pub crawls, beer drinking and a mastering of the 9-Step Pouring ritual. Stella takes pouring beer seriously. It's an art form; similar to decanting wine, pouring a beer in specific manner will reap the most flavor rewards. 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The classic spirit is smooth and easy on the palate. No wonder it’s synomous with American, albeit Southern, culture – it’s the never ending crowd pleaser. Although the spirit is distilled in Canada, <strong>Canadian Club</strong> whisky was one of Al Capone’s favorite indulgences. During Prohibition, Capone funded the building of a tower in Canada that was used to signal when he could safely cross the Detroit River to pick-up bottles Canadian Club. Now, it’s the only Canadian whisky that’s pre-barrel blended before aging to allow the flavors to marry resulting in an exceptionally smooth and mellow spirit. Japan is making its mark with <strong>Suntory’s Yamazaki</strong> single malt whisky (12 and 18 yrs) and <strong>Hibiki</strong> (12 yrs) – two expressions that are popping up in some of Chicago’s most stylish cocktail bars. Whether it’s served neat, on the rocks or in intricate cocktails, whiskey lovers have come to enjoy the newcomers from Japan. When searching for the perfect nightcap, opt for the Yamazaki 18 year old as it complements chocolate dessert and has notes of toffee, honey and butter cream.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDnsbG5IHuSyi0G6SJ0LrG3kPGPaw0x3Tt0z8clvogFVEh0IsD6cCpcZtzCACzckQIE3D_Lr_rGGct2TqqTr_YClknXvlbZLzrUrpAS8gH56CUpJzVmdo9qiYz2qrx1V1m4OU4dO9ZTiw/s1600/YAMAZAKI+18+Yr+Old.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530630210330179922" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDnsbG5IHuSyi0G6SJ0LrG3kPGPaw0x3Tt0z8clvogFVEh0IsD6cCpcZtzCACzckQIE3D_Lr_rGGct2TqqTr_YClknXvlbZLzrUrpAS8gH56CUpJzVmdo9qiYz2qrx1V1m4OU4dO9ZTiw/s400/YAMAZAKI+18+Yr+Old.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Best places in Chicago for Whisk(e)y:</strong><br />•<strong> Sunda</strong> and <strong>Bar DeVille</strong> for both Yamazaki expressions - 12 yr old and 18 yr old<br />• <strong>The Gage</strong> for the Finish Line, made with Russell's Reserve 6 yr rye whiskey, spiced simple syrup and Dogfish Head Punkin Ale<br />• <strong>Delilah’s </strong>continues to offer the most robust whiskey selections in the city<br />• <strong>Fountainhead </strong>offers over 100 bourbons, Canadian, Irish and American whiskies.Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-85875121241306319602010-10-21T18:13:00.004-04:002010-11-20T15:56:38.798-05:00Bourbon Cocktails<div align="left"><strong>Basil Hayden's</strong> small-batch bourbon has a unique flavor, derived from a family recipe that dates back to 1796, which uses twice as much rye as traditional bourbons to create a smooth, balanced blend. Aged eight years, it has a relatively mild 80 proof which means that it can be sipped neat or can be used as a base for a traditional cocktail. It’s is part of the small batch bourbon collection, a celebrated group that also includes, <strong>Booker’s, Baker’s</strong>, and <strong>Knob Creek</strong> and continues to be a favorite for both aficionados and culinary enthusiasts. Similarly, Jim Beam, a Ketucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, is a great introduction the bourbon family. Aged for two years, <strong>Jim Beam</strong> is versatile, easy on the palate and a great base spirit for cocktails. <strong>Bulleit Bourbon</strong> is winning the hearts, minds and palates of Chicagoans. Found in cocktails all over town, Bulleit, similar to Basil Hayden, has a unique recipe with high rye content that creates a certain dryness with a smooth distinctive character.
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<br /><strong>Best places in Chicago for bourbon cocktails:</strong>
<br /><strong>C-View</strong> for the Ginger B made with dried cherry and vanilla bean infused Jim Beam, ginger beer and Hum botanical spirit
<br /><strong>The Southern</strong> for The Presbyterian, which incorporates Jim Beam Rye, club soda and ginger ale or the Georgia Julep, which blends Bulleit, peach schnapps, mint and bitters
<br /><strong>Longman & Eagle</strong> for an Old Fashioned, made with Bulleit
<br /><strong>Big Jones </strong>for the Northern Woods, made with Woodford Reserve bourbon and Fee Brothers barrel-aged bitters and a splash of amontillado sherry
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<br /><strong>Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Buck</strong>
<br />2 parts Basil Hayden’s Bourbon
<br />¾ part Lemon juice
<br />½ part Pineapple juice
<br />¾ part Simple Syrup
<br />1 part ginger beer
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<br /><strong><em>Directions:</em></strong> Shake and strain over fresh ice in a Collins glass. Garnish with a lemon wheel and candied ginger
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<br /><strong>Sir Hayden’s Smash</strong>
<br />2 parts Basil Hayden’s Bourbon
<br />½ part Cio Ciaro Amaro
<br />¾ part Fresh Lemon Juice
<br />¾ part Simple Syrup
<br />Blackberries
<br />Mint Leaves
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<br /><strong><em>Directions:</em></strong> In a mixing glass, muddle 3 blackberries and 8-10 mint leaves in ¾ part Simple Syrup. Add Basil Hayden’s Bourbon, Cio Ciaro Amaro, and Lemon Juice. Shake and fine strain into a wine glass over crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig and a blackberry.
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<br />Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-65328999207084336562010-10-21T18:06:00.005-04:002010-11-20T15:58:37.545-05:00Some More Scotch to Keep you WarmWith five expressions, each unique in character and personality, the Johnnie Walker family proves that there’s something for everyone. The blended scotch collection consists of the Red, Black, Green, Gold and Blue Labels, with the latter being the eldest (aged 30 – 50 years) and consequently the most rare and most expensive.<br /><br /><strong>Best places in Chicago for Scotch:</strong><br /><strong>Sable</strong> at the Hotel Palomar for The Glenrothes collection<br /><strong>Maggiano’s</strong> pours all labels within the Johnnie Walker family<br /><strong>Duke of Perth</strong> for The Classic Malts lines of Single Malt Scotches<br /><strong>Gibson’s</strong> for Macallan Single Malt and The Glenlivet Single Malt<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHmxix4rlNHidtZ1lOLQpM2ptsmaJI-q1Z1z7cf_uqI5Csu9QrIwJlvghBhIWDG1CEZLXjAqH6y1BcWaQefTTNCG7eVweWnUKMt4IyT6RvvnLe8r-KxH0Vk6K-d2AhJ7x2ctBSgT3JvF8/s1600/Johnnie+Walker+Black_Label_New.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530624405335297026" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 181px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHmxix4rlNHidtZ1lOLQpM2ptsmaJI-q1Z1z7cf_uqI5Csu9QrIwJlvghBhIWDG1CEZLXjAqH6y1BcWaQefTTNCG7eVweWnUKMt4IyT6RvvnLe8r-KxH0Vk6K-d2AhJ7x2ctBSgT3JvF8/s400/Johnnie+Walker+Black_Label_New.jpg" border="0" /></a> <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530624885751993746" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 363px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIHtRCYDwyy7zl7ZAn30lH8pZki1o4H1YNfG2Wbo9ECfptkOCN-xBUBs7itYlisQuMxVTHGSFDh0Y1P4iThymncqW-kPwIdIZVk0dcvspiwjULyb74f8QGAm1i_KMlEiiFyGS60JM_a6g/s400/Classic+Malt+Collection.JPG" border="0" />Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-49810062011809447702010-10-21T17:59:00.002-04:002010-11-20T16:00:02.762-05:00Lovely for FallThe Glenrothes, one of only three Speyside Malts to hold ‘top class’ status recently introduced three new single malt scotch expressions that have aficionados going gaga. T<strong>he Glenrothes Alba Reserve</strong>, the first certified kosher expression from the distillery, is matured in American oak refill bourbon casks, which produces a rich, sweet single malt. <strong>The Glenrothes Vintage 1998</strong> has hints of cinnamon and results in an expression that’s smooth on the palate. <strong>The Glenrothes Vintage 1994</strong> was released to complement the wildly successful Vintage 1991 which – as anticipated – will soon be unavailable. It’s the most stimulating and uplifting expression from the Glenrothes family and is the ultimate post-dinner drink.<br /><br />How is one to get the best out of the Glenrothes vintages? “Enjoy each expression neat,” says Nathalie Phillips, The Glenrothes Brand Manager. “I like to add a few drops of water which opens up the aromas and nuances.”<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGpqxJStece7JVZ_R7jY5ftWRnCxVo4W4uhakKeGnXOSdLp8uZmuSNox3AN5QcF0w9YmfRbrrjhl75IKbr-yW7Do7DEF0C0fw5tSHMBeHdykB_sAztoeLH_0i-4YjYKBK_1e_iIFpgGEo/s1600/The+Glenrothes+Alba+Reserve.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530622981705339986" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGpqxJStece7JVZ_R7jY5ftWRnCxVo4W4uhakKeGnXOSdLp8uZmuSNox3AN5QcF0w9YmfRbrrjhl75IKbr-yW7Do7DEF0C0fw5tSHMBeHdykB_sAztoeLH_0i-4YjYKBK_1e_iIFpgGEo/s400/The+Glenrothes+Alba+Reserve.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgx_hpu7aLdaLlrDSm69s-B0oQ16lcIz9H4Dd7749JKxLW8pDsqXmpyiH-GUsBjCLs5s6qt29Ptjx1XsmTaATa3qRWC3gWvkK2Fu2VkMuJI0cyGVmlqcdoHgkvap3D1CMPFpIKnNhn68s/s1600/The+Glenrothes+1994+Vintage.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530622971433867906" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 269px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgx_hpu7aLdaLlrDSm69s-B0oQ16lcIz9H4Dd7749JKxLW8pDsqXmpyiH-GUsBjCLs5s6qt29Ptjx1XsmTaATa3qRWC3gWvkK2Fu2VkMuJI0cyGVmlqcdoHgkvap3D1CMPFpIKnNhn68s/s400/The+Glenrothes+1994+Vintage.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga8nBjyDcW_fzWisd7iADVa0Ast658PbG73WvgcPdqvws-cbCSGEgGiYBXqspC416exrq2yZ2oG0Fv2IPcjdudX-xRP_INyNHPB2g9xZyQZPq4k4Jq931Z94WoakxxCm7Fr44RRCGTfVs/s1600/Glenrothes_1998.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530622962238824402" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 261px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga8nBjyDcW_fzWisd7iADVa0Ast658PbG73WvgcPdqvws-cbCSGEgGiYBXqspC416exrq2yZ2oG0Fv2IPcjdudX-xRP_INyNHPB2g9xZyQZPq4k4Jq931Z94WoakxxCm7Fr44RRCGTfVs/s400/Glenrothes_1998.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-19835919737158319332010-10-17T14:30:00.008-04:002010-11-20T16:17:13.973-05:00Chambord Vodka Launch at Ganesvoort Park AveWhen an aerialist is pouring drinks you know it's a good party. This proved to be true at the launch of <strong>Chambord Vodka</strong> at the new <strong>Gansevoort Park Avenue</strong>. It's an interesting brand extension from a spirit dedicated to flavor v. vodka, a distinction that the brand manager as quick to make. I used the raspberry flavored spirit as a foundational element in a fall sangria that I made when entertaining several friends recently. It was a hit. Try this holiday season and do pop by the new Gansevoort - if only for the views of the Empire State building. Very cool.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgljsxH3xQEk4hyrXWM7BZxGRQVqYj6BR3Pb0gE8O3gc_B6LATJJzo9BG6nluoAhERkSul8ROSmseAvFQe5G5EIHKRIH02OM_dR4-yQy9q5mYFzZVclNpxQpAtjyuQvFJhkG55PVinyluc/s1600/Chambord+Vodka+Bottle.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541743767049198546" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 306px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgljsxH3xQEk4hyrXWM7BZxGRQVqYj6BR3Pb0gE8O3gc_B6LATJJzo9BG6nluoAhERkSul8ROSmseAvFQe5G5EIHKRIH02OM_dR4-yQy9q5mYFzZVclNpxQpAtjyuQvFJhkG55PVinyluc/s400/Chambord+Vodka+Bottle.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUlLmtL61gBR_EBJbAcF6qSOj7t-81ORNtPNpPrfI4bnDW4qaZHblKPZdtBlchIZ19-8iHO0jwVNPhqK2U1fa7S61gnjiScEtpKXG3SmJCKIZVptY4mFJsKTfmNmI7g0C6erys_Pty-gQ/s1600/chambord.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541743684977735970" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; 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MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLp4Z7ilQor6hVKMnlHwPoEcbJWEWVdIBtw30RspdEPlUF7gfRshavpsAGYEURvlHQzEyBImj-GE-LcpUD3IK1sPxEgaMFpXFBZjiIi9581YrMlJA0_PNdzb0e7TiAoaPZcDSkX14FUSw/s400/DSC01561.JPG" border="0" /></a>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-14543840955980838722010-10-17T14:19:00.003-04:002010-11-20T16:20:48.742-05:00EFFEN Fashion Week Cocktails<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi48Xq_NT4jYQGUC8n8tF6OGeFqvAaiF9w8k8D5saOSgjgzNXCklzr0oZGx18Pc2B5bidiY3JMRTl43fgT_3rnYwmRicq6NNSPluuUq92256R5EWMh7ObF0tOry0fY1y544KyVweoKn_vM/s1600/EFFEN+PICTURE+PERFECT.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529081576266487426" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 265px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi48Xq_NT4jYQGUC8n8tF6OGeFqvAaiF9w8k8D5saOSgjgzNXCklzr0oZGx18Pc2B5bidiY3JMRTl43fgT_3rnYwmRicq6NNSPluuUq92256R5EWMh7ObF0tOry0fY1y544KyVweoKn_vM/s400/EFFEN+PICTURE+PERFECT.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />EFFEN PICTURE PERFECT<br />2 PARTS EFFEN BLACK CHERRY® VODKA<br />8 MINT LEAVES<br />1 PART SIMPLE SYRUP<br />1 PART FRESH LIME JUICE<br />½ PART CHAMPAGNE FLOAT<br /><br />MUDDLE MINT WITH SIMPLE SYRUP AND FRESH LIME JUICE IN MIXING GLASS. ADD EFFEN BLACK CHERRY VODKA AND ICE. SHAKE WELL AND STRAIN INTO CHILLED COCKTAIL GLASS. FLOAT CHAMPAGNE AND GARNISH WITH A MINT LEAF.Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-23215163587158410592010-10-17T14:05:00.005-04:002010-11-20T16:21:01.852-05:00EFFEN Fashion Week Cocktails #2<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigT-R4wjKuVxfTR_4-bLuJDt2yM2zTwt724BaTQTD2FmGqBX-Bktz2uCnO6GCNnrOw2A8Ah72q4Llf8V7FUjX5G9gtjr1AUD1S2KJqtGhcv8mTJnqd_9pZY8OUAze-KvJw-WiO5ZNorxU/s1600/EFFEN+HAUTINI.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529079672041840018" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 228px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigT-R4wjKuVxfTR_4-bLuJDt2yM2zTwt724BaTQTD2FmGqBX-Bktz2uCnO6GCNnrOw2A8Ah72q4Llf8V7FUjX5G9gtjr1AUD1S2KJqtGhcv8mTJnqd_9pZY8OUAze-KvJw-WiO5ZNorxU/s400/EFFEN+HAUTINI.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />2010 MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK AT LINCOLN CENTER SIGNATURE COCKTAILS<br /><br /><br />EFFEN HAUTINI<br />2 PARTS EFFEN VODKA®<br />5 RASPBERRIES<br />¼ PART GINGER SPICE (GROUND GINGER)<br />1 PART FRESH LIME JUICE<br />1 PART SIMPLE SYRUP<br />¼ PART CRANBERRY JUICE<br /><br />MUDDLE RASPBERRIES WITH GINGER AND LIME JUICE. ADD REMAINING INGREDIENTS AND SHAKE WELL WITH ICE. STRAIN INTO CHILLED COCKTAIL GLASS. GARNISH WITH FRESH RASPBERRY, SKEWERED.Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-60760348704397150172010-08-20T18:13:00.007-04:002010-11-20T16:21:34.454-05:00Basil Hayden at WD-50<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifqGdNjeABk54mo0cDwMhPbu1A9Ivu209g0Z0F0aclqzDwf4xWDtXx8pEEhVqdWKcMdxspPFmSyewXGMQEiLvZRdRGA2hJr1m1RWGWSz2ARDiPN2DJG2N7sO3apxMVW94Bk6lYodj1qBc/s1600/BH_Flipnogg.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507621019784783410" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 282px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifqGdNjeABk54mo0cDwMhPbu1A9Ivu209g0Z0F0aclqzDwf4xWDtXx8pEEhVqdWKcMdxspPFmSyewXGMQEiLvZRdRGA2hJr1m1RWGWSz2ARDiPN2DJG2N7sO3apxMVW94Bk6lYodj1qBc/s400/BH_Flipnogg.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0rHMAyiXcvWdiYsCH6Muc_qfSLTy79qCpsV1Iw9jrVrxZi-ePXlaD_7BVtiGRZmQ0o1YxYJzEx0RGmxyzM7gHgncTLYfcovCTPtX39XJUXQFY76P7gGouPjYwNYn0Hyh0EakjS6T1tJE/s1600/BH_Holiday_Cheer.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507621011091313330" style="DISPLAY: block; 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MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR_lXEqvDsOdBRPt-4YpCRNppzc6HAZ8fQt8mCOtJsgPIKEsHYDS62frtKwiamfn6lM3GKXdpn_7wJGhvdYkVVfy4ANbIbITWvW8St__9EkVv5TT6BIsucy-3I-IcIBwziHZPVrW9xA48/s400/Wylie_Presentation.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7KT0mbtQIAF7WfcuwhjJe4bo6YZxvpWfGFFkKziaJjXySYQYBWfVZs733BLrkxkQERT921ZoH8Md1lIW1mBjtG5HzGDHGv3BFTnimOliBXShM6Y-tO3ICldpeujGxi4wMIFRUY7Og5Ns/s1600/Wylie_with_Bottle.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507620525792260306" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 292px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7KT0mbtQIAF7WfcuwhjJe4bo6YZxvpWfGFFkKziaJjXySYQYBWfVZs733BLrkxkQERT921ZoH8Md1lIW1mBjtG5HzGDHGv3BFTnimOliBXShM6Y-tO3ICldpeujGxi4wMIFRUY7Og5Ns/s400/Wylie_with_Bottle.jpg" border="0" /></a>Basil Hayden’s Bourbon partnered with celebrity chef Wylie Dufresne of WD-50 (located on Clinton on the LES) and mixologist Tona Palomino to create new holiday appetizer and cocktail recipes. Their innovative techniques and use of ingredients was a natural fit for one of my favorite Bourbon's. It was an 80 degree evening in NYC but inside WD-50 I was channeling my holiday spirit. I'm genuinely looking forward to the Fall and am eager to circle back to WD-50 for a proper meal. FYI Wylie's fried egg nog is the best thing I've ever had. Don't judge.</div></div></div></div></div></div>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-56808287560511408852010-08-20T17:58:00.010-04:002010-11-20T16:22:46.739-05:00Lollapolooza 2010 - Music Lounge at Hard Rock Hotel<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJCKw_J1nvVh9N47df_OakmNQb2DBq8-c_UTOMm6rF6R-Ly5CKlY9IRLqSIMINkreRMdl-OS29PkhTq97UV1h2P0mn9cReaHwr1kLw3KZcZLP2CUk_zcuWB016ZiZ7CXbchYZYemH0Klo/s1600/DSC_7915.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507618035467370130" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 266px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJCKw_J1nvVh9N47df_OakmNQb2DBq8-c_UTOMm6rF6R-Ly5CKlY9IRLqSIMINkreRMdl-OS29PkhTq97UV1h2P0mn9cReaHwr1kLw3KZcZLP2CUk_zcuWB016ZiZ7CXbchYZYemH0Klo/s400/DSC_7915.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGsXJvZ2DmlyhfW_i4YrJzWv0iy61GNSHrQ5ihcgRsiSKTo4PAo_Dz5uOeUubiYsXb_9_mfA_NeUWzDmQ83w9Zysdo47Zo-xejngneWd-rIx5bg-DHMSxQQYZ1J7goF9trz8Eko52Yshg/s1600/Ke$ha_and_Alex.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507617950047078146" style="FLOAT: left; 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MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 265px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx0vVB3goOetzPz29OPQ8b_-ttUtSBqbXZfh3jbHI8mhC6FW-S04DOyzhQK7ZV5llDWWE7xZqHs8SeG8IsVqU2SCqjNugaRAIQwQgRTb9iP3KKPBeU942Apf49KCtERxSURBqR8z1GOE4/s400/DSC_5885.jpg" border="0" /></a> Most go for the music. Some go for the celeb sightings. And others opt to channel their inner Mick and Bianca. Motives aside, last weekend proved that once again, Lolla rocked.<br /><br />The three-day festival is all about the music. I get that. I’ve gone for the full three days for the past 4 years. So if you want music reviews and a performance analysis, check out our fab <a href="http://www.cheekychicago.com/sounds/">Sounds</a> section. But you’ve made your way to the Scene section, which inherently means that I’m going to give you the glitz and glamour, the booze and the babes and the star studded happenings of the weekend. Because after all, a Dos Equis, some popchips and a <a href="http://perezhilton.com/2010-08-10-keha-loses-her-shiz-at-lollapalooza">disheveled Ke$ha </a>always does the body good.<br /><br />Leave it to the Hard Rock Hotel and to play host to generous VIP lounges, chic pop up shops, gifting suites and pre and post parties. Perez Hilton kicked off the weekend with his <a href="http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1645304/20100806/lady_gaga.jhtml">“One Night in Chicago” </a>party on Thursday, which included performances by Chicago native Kid Sister (her big bro is part of Flosstradamus, a electro-pop duo who performed on Perry’s Stage) and B.o.B.<br /><br />The Music Lounge, which celebrated its fifth anniversary, was a three-day VIP + Artist retreat that included the Express Rocks! at the Music Café (guests noshed on food from China Grill, drank UV Vodka and Red Bull and hydrated with smartwater while taking in acoustic performances from veteran and emerging artists) and Belvedere Nights (invite-only post-Lolla concerts on the 4th floor of the Hard Rock where the likes of Phoenix, Temper Trap, Hockey and Mike Posner performed). If one needed a caffeine boost Café Bustelo was onsite with unbelievably strong and utterly delicious coffee beverages. Like hoopsters, I predict the next indie trend will be sporting the eponymous yellow, Café Bustelo t-shirts and fanny packs. They have clever marketing. I’ve only seen the brand at influencer events. So maybe <a href="http://deadspin.com/5609266/look-at-these-fucking-hoopsters-at-lollapalooza/gallery/">hoopsters </a>won’t latch on. It’s not campy enough.<br /><br />The lounge was decked out with fab swag like Carrera Sunglasses (worship), Onitsuka Tiger Shoes (too hipster for me but very cool) and the Bugea guitar boutique (wish I played). If you wanted to get pampered, guests could pop into the Garnier Fructis Rock Star Salon and get their hair teased a la White Snake, or should I say a la Ke$ha, who I literally bumped into six times. Other artists who where at the lounge included Cut Copy (best show of the weekend, well, that and Gaga), Semi Precious Weapons, The Constellations, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros and Zoe Kravitz, Hayden Panettiere and Erykah Badu.<br /><br />Want a mani and a facial? The FUZE® Refresh Lounge had spa treatments galore.<br /><br />Craving a floor length fur vest? Chicago’s beloved Sofia Vintage had a pop up shop on the 3rd floor (Moneypenny stopped by to get outfitted for an Artist Collective they were hosting).<br /><br />It’s also worth mentioning that the food on site at Lolla was top notch: Kumas, Sunda, Graham Elliot and More Cupcakes were just a taste of what was available.<br /><br />Party on Garth.Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-13668834139058180192010-08-04T22:45:00.001-04:002010-11-20T16:24:26.634-05:00The Green Table: Patrón Cocktails<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkV98cqNIG1sCt1R7uyjekXpiGvO_OOTOtjTuHP4NA3dGuJ0bqZVfj0fcd0yFXehAbXuJHlQSqHWrHyEmAchkhmWkQCiNUJeK24IKIpPfKtT9hyphenhyphenUqTnJTkqMb0vrArJs0M_7eNv6DkiXo/s1600/Patr%C3%B3nPimiento.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501753061772568770" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkV98cqNIG1sCt1R7uyjekXpiGvO_OOTOtjTuHP4NA3dGuJ0bqZVfj0fcd0yFXehAbXuJHlQSqHWrHyEmAchkhmWkQCiNUJeK24IKIpPfKtT9hyphenhyphenUqTnJTkqMb0vrArJs0M_7eNv6DkiXo/s400/Patr%C3%B3nPimiento.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvABseefrlw1e4pAi4pVWV2wbFi17S1-A8_mAMfqSCcEwGTRmr5GnHv5TGe7XeUgJ0lmiyGOxZikAAb9cdsdmME29iTuHoruKYcrku_n-BCs3jEgpnOaRBHdbhWdtvvpoyXFEXMdX1d_c/s1600/GreenmarketCooler.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501753053740608306" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvABseefrlw1e4pAi4pVWV2wbFi17S1-A8_mAMfqSCcEwGTRmr5GnHv5TGe7XeUgJ0lmiyGOxZikAAb9cdsdmME29iTuHoruKYcrku_n-BCs3jEgpnOaRBHdbhWdtvvpoyXFEXMdX1d_c/s400/GreenmarketCooler.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="BORDER-COLLAPSE: collapse;font-family:arial;font-size:13;" ><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">If Alice Waters is a fan of your food, you know it’s good. And the queen of green <i>really</i></span><span style="font-family:Calibri;"> likes the <a style="COLOR: rgb(42,93,176)" href="http://www.cleaverco.com/" target="_blank">Cleaver Co</a>. , a slow food catering company which runs the Green Table within the Chelsea Market on New York’s west side. Mary Cleaver, founder of the Green Table – an organic eatery and wine bar- believes that the best foods are grown, tended and harvested within a day’s drive of your table.<span style="font-size:+0;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">The wine menu is stocked with local favorites from Finger Lakes and the Hudson Valley and the food menu changes daily: fresh produce drives the offerings.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">So when you think of a spirit brand that would be best aligned with this food philosophy, you would think of Square One Organic Vodka or a locally distilled Brooklyn gin.<span style="font-size:+0;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">But rather than opting for the obvious, the Green Table is infusing its summer cocktail program with Patrón tequila.<span style="font-size:+0;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">A small batch, organic tequila? Well, no.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">But it’s a spirit that prides itself on sourcing the finest and purest ingredients to produce an impeccable spirit. And it makes sense: that a restaurant dedicated to a similar principal aligns with a spirits brand that holds itself to the same standard.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">A visit to the Green Table and a chat with Rick Hickman, the beverage director within the Cleaver Co., confirmed what I have always known: Patrón is a damn good spirit.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">This summer the Green Table is incorporating Patrón varietals into its daily cocktails. As with the food, the menu changes daily depending on what’s fresh and available. On this particularly humid evening, we sipped on two drinks. The <b>Green Market Cooler</b></span><span style="font-family:Calibri;"> was a blend of Patrón Silver, ginger simple syrup, seltzer, mint and cucumber – a combination so good yet so dangerous. The second was the <b>Patrón Pimiento</b></span><span style="font-family:Calibri;"> which incorporated the Añejo, heirloom peppers, cilantro, lime juice and a hint of a jalapeño for a healthy kick. The latter hinted at severe spiciness but a sip proved that the bark was worse than its bite.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Complementing the market fresh cocktails was unusual bar fare – we noshed on a platter of organic veggies like carrots, celery, radishes and bell peppers paired with tapanade and black bean dip. I drank all night and actually left feeling healthy.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"></span> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0px"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">For Chicagoans who are itching for a local cocktail to call their own, Patrón is also working with Rich Szydlo of One Sixty Blue who is currently serving up the <b>Outside Living</b></span><span style="font-family:Calibri;">, made with Patrón Reposado, strawberry consommé, basil, lemon and whole strawberry slices.</span></p><p></p></span>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-66464779524316570642010-07-28T10:51:00.001-04:002010-11-20T16:25:03.336-05:00New Amsterdam Gin Tasting<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDJykXw5Bg1JUMhvyfdRNNzBxeJXzihEhWIoxFbsvPOFrXZlvKrGilWe5Nm9YXOp4TR2JpJuqei3wmDR6k7eESEOkj1q9rvClRlbZONalV3SSPs9xxkOztxqCDABxn7n1N0fMnRZgo_SU/s1600/DSC03714.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498971375875835154" style="DISPLAY: block; 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MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEqZz5OnDY1k6vfo2waR3g3MjB5z1ATDdobKoHCVvoS9KToae1Z2PntqxH3QHxM7DNV0aikO0DvGrwSU9tmEk49MhBLabwa_ldQq0N1nxT0bGyvhJ16_eqJAPisiwd-wbgsRONQX_57rs/s400/Drink+Image+%237.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-8375383949260490992010-07-28T10:43:00.001-04:002010-11-20T16:25:57.601-05:00New York, New York<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5keC-eE9mRdUs5zMiNl6GNwhFq46v9QquN2fpX3LxzvXDoQeOSNlKO2GM96ANYGNqRwoSq0-9oYQOhwBfQoQfsuyWdYXL_-SyT8isV7_ZTNcbjXENQXYOVKF9XeqPXehiv2yE2ePTrQ/s1600/Manhattan+Skyline.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498973161644852018" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 227px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5keC-eE9mRdUs5zMiNl6GNwhFq46v9QquN2fpX3LxzvXDoQeOSNlKO2GM96ANYGNqRwoSq0-9oYQOhwBfQoQfsuyWdYXL_-SyT8isV7_ZTNcbjXENQXYOVKF9XeqPXehiv2yE2ePTrQ/s400/Manhattan+Skyline.jpg" border="0" /></a> Elton John said it best: the Bitch is Back.<br /><br />As loyal readers know I’ve set up shop and am a permanent New Yorker. Fear not. I’ll always be Chicago girl at heart but now I’ve brought the Cheekiness with me to the Big City.<br /><br />I look forward to sharing tips and tidbits, drink trends and dining destinations that inspire and intrigue. I’ll still be your resident Scene contributor, only now my columns will be penned from a New York State of Mind.<br /><br />I’ve already managed to take a dive into the cocktail culture of the city. It started with a private tasting session with master mixologist <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/flavorguru?ref=ts">Alex Ott </a>who is working with <a href="http://www.newamsterdamgin.com/">New Amsterdam Gin</a>. As you recall, I <a href="http://www.cheekychicago.com/not-your-fathers-drink/">chronicled the spirit earlier this summer </a>and shared signature cocktail recipes and tips. Alex developed the cocktail menus for Buddah Bar and Sushi Samba and consistently finds himself flying across the country to mix cocktails for celeb studded events like the Academy Awards. Under the direction of the world traveling mixologist, I got a crash course in how to incorporate simple ingredients into gin cocktails: consider shaking strawberry jam with a hint of mint and a couple ounces of gin for a fresh twist.<br /><br />I also took home a bottle of Rose water (a must for cocktail queens) and fresh sandalwood, one of Alex’s signature Indian spices.<br /><br />The gin tasting was the first step in the NYC cocktail immersion.<br /><br />The second step was tagging along with Alex as he made the rounds to several NYC cocktail lounges on a Saturday night. First stop was <a href="http://nymag.com/listings/bar/angels_share/">Angel’s Share</a> (see images in post below), a chic Japanese cocktail abode that’s discreetly tucked behind a wall in a different Japanese restaurant.<br /><br />The education began.<br /><br />First was a lychee martini made with citron vodka, quickly prepared with the precision that only comes with Japanese discipline and custom bar tools. If Japanese knife ware is considered art then so too should the gleaming silver shakers and strainers used to craft the cocktails - they‘re beautiful. Then it was on to an artfully crafted and beautifully layered drink, too elegant to be referred to as a shot, but that’s how we consumed it.<br /><br />Dinner followed, but the drinks continued to be the highlight.<br /><br />Sake, order by Alex (an off menu selection, naturally), was enjoyed with several Japanese servers .<br /><br />“I stay with him whenever I’m in Tokyo,” Alex said, referring to a slender 25-year old server who was covered in black and white tattoo sleeves.<br /><br />In addition to the rounds of sake came a 40 oz signature Japanese beer that complemented the quail eggs. I drooled for the green tea tiramisu but I knew that another destination was still in the cards.<br /><br />The evening ended at <a href="http://www.zincbar.com/homepage">Zinc</a>, a quiet and cool jazz club in the West Village where tequila was ordered and taken with fresh slices of orange sprinkled with cinnamon (I’ll never have a lime again), Hendricks gin was the middle course and the night cap was a bourbon cocktail paired with the soulful live Brazilian jazz.<br /><br />If my New York cocktail adventures continue to be as fun as this one, Cheeky readers, you are in for a treat.Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8813940731308764655.post-26197597023009592132010-07-28T10:41:00.002-04:002010-11-20T16:30:33.985-05:00Angel's Share in the East Village<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFPbEF05dhIVFVOpg1JCuEST1POd977REvABj8Tl7jrxdbb9MpVmysvWAwNWBKlvB6ccHJBDKqNr5RjYIFZ4NsHhbnh1uI9-ViW7CoSdg95ay5r3nnW8edheHxGMwoN0zPcipYXYTGnIU/s1600/Angels+Share+1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498967438796352914" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 375px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFPbEF05dhIVFVOpg1JCuEST1POd977REvABj8Tl7jrxdbb9MpVmysvWAwNWBKlvB6ccHJBDKqNr5RjYIFZ4NsHhbnh1uI9-ViW7CoSdg95ay5r3nnW8edheHxGMwoN0zPcipYXYTGnIU/s400/Angels+Share+1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsvRdYl6DjR4AjKwZfeG7aiSlOXpZesTz6xN7EGYaxeRUCmWL3MuABDffgbgYuHu-k-Ct8l25ip7wXQ00MSClKi27fnlsFSjg15NPXW7scFbqGL3AESeVp6gaVZH1fa-o2OOmpLPD0Z2k/s1600/Angels+Share+2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498967434117651778" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 268px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsvRdYl6DjR4AjKwZfeG7aiSlOXpZesTz6xN7EGYaxeRUCmWL3MuABDffgbgYuHu-k-Ct8l25ip7wXQ00MSClKi27fnlsFSjg15NPXW7scFbqGL3AESeVp6gaVZH1fa-o2OOmpLPD0Z2k/s400/Angels+Share+2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixz0Ftr17V7Jpi95MoUIl-3pk4gT7wwPQ92hEQ-yf2fLLjcMF9lWy_6aWEfMRAdcuLl_ngbdvrsHgGzGrn040kaNr6RMcHOKdnpdxSLdWJP0iwGoqcjyAVLhbCsPst-lFBVn0E0UeN8Xk/s1600/Angels+Share+3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498967428859426162" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 268px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixz0Ftr17V7Jpi95MoUIl-3pk4gT7wwPQ92hEQ-yf2fLLjcMF9lWy_6aWEfMRAdcuLl_ngbdvrsHgGzGrn040kaNr6RMcHOKdnpdxSLdWJP0iwGoqcjyAVLhbCsPst-lFBVn0E0UeN8Xk/s400/Angels+Share+3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Stephanie Millerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12594030285595096393noreply@blogger.com0