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L’Apicio

Posted on Nov 13, 2012 in Best Of, Fall Foods

If you’re bored of the same old same old, try a new joint. This is New York City afterall and new restaurants open every few hours. Besides, these guys have a good track record. What started with Dell’anima, followed by L’Artusi is quickly becoming a thriving restaurant empire. L’Apicio is their newest venture, an Italian-inspired eatery with a long, wood far, expansive and super cozy upfront lounge and plenty of dining. The decor is industrial meets living room — the perfect combination of cool and comfort — with floating black banquettes scattered around the room and sexy, low lighting. (Come spring, there will be plenty of outdoor seating in the courtyard, too!) Enough about the space, let’s talk drinks. These aren’t your average cocktails at all. Beverage director (and master sommelier) Joe Campanale has devised a creative list...

Milk & Honey

Posted on Nov 13, 2012 in Best Of, Fall Foods

A pioneer on the cocktail scene, Milk & Honey singlehandedly made old cocktails new and exciting again. If you’re a cocktail connoisseur, this is your Graceland. This super stylish, Soho spot with an outpost in London is so cool it actually has members, but non-members can thankfully drink, too. This season, they’ve got an outstanding selection to choose from, organized by Hot Drinks & Flips. Shorts & Sours, Champagne Cocktails, Pick Me Up’s and more. Where to begin? Hmm… well, we’re digging on the Devil’s Share with Bourbon, Orange, Maple, Lemon and Ginger, and the Bumpkin’s Antidote with Cider, Bitters and Sugar. Ooh, lest we forget the Hot Drinks, the likes of an Apple Toddy with Calvados, Cider, Honey, Ginger, Lemon and Spices. What are you waiting for?...