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Gourmet Live: To Sip and Savor

Bubbly, brews and cocktails creations - get our top picks for beverages from coast to coast.

Prickly Pear Frozen Margarita @ Dos Caminos Park

373 Park Ave S New York, NY

The signature cocktail of this hip NYC hangout is a frozen blend of fruit and tequila and is best enjoyed with a serving of their guacamole made tableside.
VIP Martini @ Del Frisco's Steakhouse

1221 Avenue Of The Americas New York, NY

VIP stands for vodka-infused pineapple and this signature cocktail has just enough sweetness (and kick) to be the perfect pair with your steak or seafood entree.
Initiale Cuvée @ arlequin wine merchant

384 Hayes St at Gough St. n Francisco, CA

The grower-produced Champagne, Initiale Cuvée, is made from Chardonnay and is rich with apple pie crust aromas.
Old Rasputin Imperial Stout @ North Coast Brewing Company

455 North Main Street Fort Bragg, CA

The Old Rasputin has a thick pour that releases aromas of chocolate-dipped raisins, yeasty bread and espresso.
Black Ops @ Brooklyn Brewery

79 North 11th Street Brooklyn, New York

We named their Black Ops one of our 8 great winter beers. It’s a Russian imperial stout strong enough to knock out any winter chill.
Belgium Beers @ The Publican

837 W Fulton Market Chicago, IL

“When I went to Belgium I saw places that were all about pork, beer, and oysters. That became our tagline,” says part owner and chef, Paul Kahan, of this Chicago beer hall.
Signature Cocktails @ Violet Hour The

1520 N Damen Ave Chicago, IL

One of Chicago’s most highly regarded cocktail bars, and another Madia-Kahan venture, The Violet Hour was a runaway success. Here cocktails highlight spirits and play off established drinks.
Camille Saves's Brut Rose @ Chambers Street Wines

148 Chambers Street New York, NY

A bottle of Grower Champagne, like Camille Saves’s Brut Rose from the region of Bouzy, offers a blush of berry and a tartness of mandarin – perfect for your next big bash!
Champagne Dis Vin Secret @ Astor Wines & Spirits

399 Lafayette St New York, NY

Try a bottle of Grower Champagne like Champagne Dis Vin Secret. It’s angular with some watermelon and radish, yet gingery and bright.
La Parcelle Champagne @ Hi-Time Wine Cellars

250 Ogle Street Costa Mesa, CA

Looking for the perfect bottle for your next big bash? Try the fresh and electric Grower Champagne, Inflorescence Blanc de Noirs “La Parcelle.”

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