Cherry basil mojito, anyone? La Diva Cucina’s cooking philosophy is small bites, big drinks and who wouldn’t love that this holiday season? You can learn tips and recipes to throw a cool cocktail party. The class welcomes all levels and promises to provide for those who want to sit back and relax as well as for those who want to jump in the kitchen. The holiday class is Dec 29th, call for location! 305-297-8121.
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Rocking Hubbard Street, Epic has made a splash on the Chicago scene and for good reason – the service is ridiculously good. On a street and in a ‘hood where new restaurants come and go as fast as fashion fads, Epic should be here to stay as guests feel spoiled indulging in the attentive service and delicious menu.
Here, despite its location in the Midwest, the calamari is as thick, plump and juicy as if you were in Hawaii – same goes for their tuna tartare. Steak lovers rejoice and celebrate in a hearty Midwestern steak and if you’re only down for cocktails, this is the perfect place as well. The dark and sexy lighting makes the medicine go down.
OAK Long Bar + Kitchen is a new, American brasserie style restaurant in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. Sip a hand crafted cocktail, sample a farm to table American menu featuring local ingredients and purveyors, and savor the dramatic results of an extensive restoration, full of thoughtfully curated details. OAK represents simple elegance complemented by contemporary spirit and style.
Imagine the cool feel of a custom copper top bar, the sound of ice against a cocktail shaker, the hum of conversation and the taste of artistry in a glass. At this one-of-a-kind Boston bar, contemporary cocktails like the Rosebud, ‘New’ Fashioned and Le Passion Mojito share the stage with classics like the Manhattan, Sidecar and Dirty Martini. The OAK Long Bar also offers a full menu of craft beers – and the Boston wine bar is second to none. Sit, relax and become part of the OAK Long Bar + Kitchen experience.
Enjoy a Boston fine dining experience unlike any other at The Fairmont Copley Plaza. Visit the website at oaklongbarkitchen.com.
Sick of being inside all day? Take a walk along the public boardwalk and soak in the gorgeous views of the Potomac River. With plenty of shops and restaurants, the recently renovated Washington Harbour offers everything for a relaxing Sunday afternoon to a romantic Friday evening.
The various restaurants range from American grill to Mexican, but they are primarily known for seafood. Many are located along the water, letting diners enjoy the views with their food. Not only are the waters beautiful, but the fountains, docked boats and backdrop of the Kennedy Center make the views truly spectacular, especially at night. There are also many bars along the water, offering a unique nightlife experience.
Sightseeing cruises depart here as well, making it easy to get inspired and explore more of Washington. The crowd is always bustling at this historic Georgetown hotspot so you’re sure to meet new friends or run into some old ones.
If you’re from Philadelphia, you’ve been to Art After 5. On Fridays the Philadelphia Museum of Art in all its splendor keeps its doors open later than usual (till 8:45pm) for food and drink specials, dancing, music, and gallery browsing. 
If you’re there for the music, make sure to get there close to 5pm to snag a good seat in the Great Stair Hall, which might be one of the coolest rooms you’ve ever seen.
If you’re there for the gallery, grab your cocktail and get ready to view some of Philadelphia’s finest with a fraction of the crowd, and great background music to boot. If you’d like to know more about the art with a guide, tours are offered throughout the evening for no additional charge.
Whether you’ve been to the Art Museum or not, Art After 5 is a fantastic way to see the museum in a relaxing and stylish way.
The Mission of International Rescue (MIR) will host their biggest charity event in 20 years this month. The event, sponsored by Tiffany & Co., will have a silent auction, cocktails & aperitifs, and a sneak peek fashion show from Chloe’s 2010 Spring Collection. Tiffany’s, Chloe, and a good cause- there is no reason not to attend this event.
The Opera Colorado’s Gala is a night of exquisite events. Starting with a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres filled silent auction, gala concert, and ending with a dinner and dancing, this will be an elegant event to remember.
Inspired by the lavishness of European cafes, the Grand Lux Cafe has something for everyone. Influences range from Thai and Malaysian to American and European. Dishes include: Austrian-style Wiener schnitzel and Indochina shrimp and chicken, fused with Chinese and Indian flavors. The cocktail menu features enticing Mai Tais, spicy Bloody Mary’s, and Kicked Up Coladas.