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#CurrentObsessions: Manhattan Cricket Club

10/24/2016

Obsession:
A hidden gem with Great Gatsby style and an upscale Uptown vibe.

The Basics:
This authentic speakeasy is tucked behind a leather door inside Burke & Wills, an Australian restaurant on the Upper West Side.

What's the Deal?
You can't make a reservation, so it might be a bit of a wait but the drinks and trendy atmosphere are well worth it. They also enforce an upscale dress code, so check your jeans and sneakers at the door. Once you make it in, take a comfortable seat on one of their plush leather couches, eye the Cricket-inspired decor, and indulge in a unique and delicious beverage crafted just for you.

You can visit the Manhattan Cricket Club via the 1 or 2 trains.

226 W 79th St, Level 2
New York, NY 10024
(b/t Amsterdam Ave & Broadway)
(646) 823-9252

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#Must Do in NYC: October 24-30

10/24/2016

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Colonial Cocktails, Pierogi Party, Marshmellows & Wine,
+ The Loudest Band in NY

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Marshmallows + Wine Costume Party / October 26, 2016, 7pm to 9pm
Looking for a more unique wine pairing? Why not mix marshmallows with wine? This is not a trick, but it certainly provides some treats! Experience unique food + drink combinations like marshmallows with unlimited wine pours. To make this event even more fun, dress up in a Halloween costume of your choice.

Colonial Cocktails at Fraunces Tavern / October 27, 2016 at 6pm
Head to Fraunces Tavern in the Financial District, to witness the brewing process and learn about the history of this authentic drink. This event will take place in the Flag Gallery, located on the fourth floor of the museum. Your ticket ($25 for non-members, $20 for members) includes a Milk Punch drink, a seat reservation for the presentation, and after-hours access to the Museum.

Pierogi Tasting Day / October 29, 2016, 10am to 5pm
Head to the East Village Meat Market, Inc., where you will be able to try FREE samples of 12 different kinds of Pierogies. This will include traditional types such as potato, cheese, and sauerkraut, as well as new recipes like short ribs and pumpkin. Pierogies will also be available for purchase.

Brooklyn Bazaar Halloween with a Place to Bury Strangers / October 29, 2016, at 7pm
Celebrate Halloween this year by heading to the Brooklyn Bazaar to listen to "A Place To Bury Strangers" perform live. Some consider them “the loudest band in New York." However, while their music is at a high volume, it has been carefully cultivated to bring a unique sound to its listeners.

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#CurrentObsessions: La Contenta

10/19/2016

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The Obsession:
A cozy LES restaurant with unique and delicious Mexican food.

The Basics:
La Contenta's food and drinks are a mix of chef and owner Luis Arce Mota's Mexican roots and classical French culinary training.

What's the Deal?
Their happy hour is not to be missed! $8 food items and $8 drinks. These include delicious drinks like "The Mayan," with tequila blanco, fresh corn puree, lime juice, combier, and agave nectar, and food items like spicy queso fundido and crispy fish tacos with chipotle mayo.

Visit La Contenta via J, M, or Z trains.

102 Norfolk St
New York, NY 10002
(Rivington St & Delancey St)
(212) 432-4180

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#Must Do in NYC: October 18-23

10/18/2016

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Queens Restaurant Week, a Soup Festival, an Autumn Tasting
+ Off the Hook Oysters

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Dine in Queens / October 17 - November 3, 2016
Want to explore the best restaurants in Queens for an affordable price? Venture out for Dine in Queens Restaurant Week, where you can enjoy a 3-course, price-fixed meal for a great price! Dinners are $28 and Lunches are $14 (some prices might vary).

Off the Hook's OysterFest / October 18, 2016, 3pm to 11pm
Head to "Off the Hook" in Astoria to try a wide variety of oysters from all over the country, for a discounted price! There will also be rum, wine and cocktail pairings. You can also order off their regular dinner menu, where you can indulge in customer favorites like their signature lobster roll.

An Autumn Tasting at Pat Morris Distillery / October 22, 2016, 12pm to 4pm
Come to Port Morris Distillery for a fun and unique tasting. Try Old San Juan Pitorro Moonshine, a 2016 "Good Food Award" winner, made from locally sourced Samascott apples and Nature's Way Farm honey.

Smith Street Soup Festival / October 22, 2016, 1pm to 4pm
Come support your local community (the High School for International Studies) by trying soups from Smith Street's best restaurants. Tastings will be sold at the corners of Bergen, Butler and President ($5 for 5 tastings and $10 for 12 tastings). Judges will be tasting all the soups and revealing the winners at the end of the event.

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#CurrentObsessions: Manhattan Cricket Club

#Must Do in NYC: October 24-30

Colonial Cocktails, Pierogi Party, Marshmellows & Wine,
+ The Loudest Band in NY

#CurrentObsessions: La Contenta

#Must Do in NYC: October 18-23

Queens Restaurant Week, a Soup Festival, an Autumn Tasting
+ Off the Hook Oysters

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#CurrentObsessions: Manhattan Cricket Club

#Must Do in NYC: October 24-30

Colonial Cocktails, Pierogi Party, Marshmellows & Wine,+ The Loudest Band in NY

#CurrentObsessions: La Contenta

#Must Do in NYC: October 18-23

Queens Restaurant Week, a Soup Festival, an Autumn Tasting​+ Off the Hook Oysters

Categories

Archives

Colonial Cocktails, Pierogi Party, Marshmellows & Wine,
+ The Loudest Band in NY

Queens Restaurant Week, a Soup Festival, an Autumn Tasting
+ Off the Hook Oysters