You graduated from your Ikea furniture and $1 slice pizzas a long time ago - so why would you still be drinking the same things as at age 21? Upgrade your palate with a more grownup drinking options: this week, it’s all about the finer libations. From a conversation with the actor who brought back martini lunches, to craft beer and spirits festival, we have exactly what you need to move on from utterly basic drinks (looking at you, Jack & Coke).
10/12 Conversation with Jon Hamm
A glass of martini never looked so good as in the manly, sinewy hand of Jon Hamm - or rather, his alter ego Don Draper. Catch up with the dashing star at Aol as he talks about his new film, in which he plays a deliciously handsome suburban husband (hmmm sound familiar?) but is actually an undercover agent.
10/12 Grecian Lamb Feast with Michelin Starred Chef Michael Psilakis
Not only is this 3 course feast of artful Greek dishes going to be the bomb, each course is also paired with Greek wine, one of the most ancient grape-growing regions in the world that is recently making a comeback. Like jetsetting to the Mediterranean, without the jetlag.
10/14 Free Open Bar Party & Art Showing
Drake may be crooning “got a Hennessy in my hand,” but Jay-Z wants you to drink D'Usse - *another* rapper favorite cognac. And who are you to argue with Mr. Beyonce? Enjoy the complimentary drinks and art exhibit at Williamsburg hotspot Kinfolk 94.
10/15 Lit Pop-Up Party: Neon & Sake
Not going to lie - pulsd team is kind of obsessed with neon art. Giggle over whimsical installations while sipping on complimentary sake courtesy of Soto Sake. Trader Joe two buck chuck, this isn’t.
10/15 NYC Craft Beer Festival
With unlimited tastings of 150+ different types of craft beer, and dozens of craft spirits for the first time this year, you will find tons of new favorites to expand your gustatory horizons.
Mediterranean Influenced Boozy Brunch at Gardenia
Yes, there are cocktail brunches everywhere in NYC, but take a look at this stunning West Village gem’s menu: Lavender Margarita, Mediterranean Sangria, Playa Spritz, Gardenia Bellini and homemade Bloody Mary? Yes, please.