NYC's 5 Best Weekend Drinking Events, Feb 24-26
From an upscale wine event to a night of dancing, these five hot spots are our best bets for weekend fun in and around New York City. By Jonathan Pogash.
Sunday, Feb. 26th 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Madame Claude Wine Bar in Jersey City, NJ, will be holding a fundraiser and wine tasting for the Liberty Humane Society. Not only will they have vinos to sample, but they'll also have a fine selection of cheeses and chocolates to excite your taste buds. Tickets are $25 at the door, and you'll want to make sure you peruse the fine selection of wines on hand at this quirky store.
Saturday, Feb. 25th
For a taste of Ibiza and Sweden this weekend, head on over to Club Pacha. Swedish DJ Alesso will be spinning beats starting at 9 p.m. Saturday. The electronic dance music will get you up and moving, and the prompt bottle service and signature shots will have you feeling like a VIP.
Saturday, Feb. 25th
The dinner menu and cocktails will be available during Teitur's performance at the Highline Ballroom. Sitting just under the famed Highline elevated park, this club features top notch acts and quality bites. Try their skirt steak or grilled salmon, along with a nice bottle of Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon. . Doors open at 5:30pm and tickets are $17 at the door.
Sunday, Feb. 26th
Joe's Pub hosts their annual "Murray Hill Oscar Party" this Sunday night (tickets $25). For the past 11 years straight, this festive evening has been a tradition in the neighborhood, and really Manhattan as a whole. You'll enjoy some red carpet commentary, laughs, and drink specials all night long. Try their classic Gimlet or Mojito to kick off your evening.
Sunday, Feb. 26th
For the past nine years, restaurant and beer garden Loreley, has been holding their Oscars party. There will be plenty of beer flowing from the taps, as well as big screen projections of the show at both their Manhattan and Williamsburg locations. Order up a pint of pilsner, some schnapps, pretzels and sausage to get in the German spirit.
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Jonathan Pogash, aka The Cocktail Guru, is a beverage consultant, writer, and educator.
