Why oh why do we love Dorrian’s?

“Stephany her Royal Highness“, Facebook superstar & Princeton Class of 2012 (via Plano, TX) is going to lose her shit when she lays eyes upon everyone’s favorite bar. The Ivy League loves it, The NESCAC loves it, shit, even the homeless guy outside can’t get enough. In his own eloquent words: “I notice how preppy [...]

Graydon Carter buys ‘other’ Monkey Bar

It’s been confirmed that the Vanity Fair editor is indeed the mystery buyer of this old-school New York haunt. Monkey will be closed for renovation through summer ‘09, then likely catapult to uber-popularity slash Waverly Inn status.
But, G-Dawg, ourrrr Monkey Bar needs a makeover too! and real estate on South Pleasant Street would totally [...]

Hawt drinks by other peeps

I had a martini two martinis last night, and I liked it. This must be a sign that I’m in the early stages of asset depreciation. Anyways. Peep the recipe here, then mosey on over to Geisha (61st b/w Park and Mad) to try one yourself. Zagat would approve!
Ginger Martini $14

Grey goose le citron, Domaine [...]

Post-Keg Op

I miss kegs. I miss keg stands. I miss waiting in line for kegs. I miss dropping my cellphone into keg ice.
And so, I’ve tried to remedy this situation (with my hard earned college degree) by learning some new, grown-up people drinks. Here is “my” recipe for the perfect Sidecar.
- 1 shot cointreau
- 1 shot [...]