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Indulging in Spain's Gin and Tonic Craze in Madrid

In Spain, the gin and tonic (called "gin tonics") is an art form with carefully chosen gin and small-batch tonics often prepared table-side. Indulge in this can't-miss cocktail at these five Madrid hot spots.

Posted by Lauren Mowery on June 17, 2013 at 1:54:42 PM EDT in Wine & Cocktails Tagged: Cocktails, Spain, Madrid, Bars Pubs
Best New Rooftop Bars in NYC

It's 5 pm on a summer's day in New York City. This is when your priorities should shift from museum-scouting to rooftop-scouting. Start at these new hot spots with choice cocktails and thrilling views.

Posted by Jill Fergus on May 29, 2013 at 11:38:26 AM EDT in Wine & Cocktails Tagged: New York City, Hotels, Cocktails
Insider's Guide to Washington DC

Psst...want to know where to really find the best eats in (and around) DC? We've got the goods for you right here. Chef Kyle Bailey divulges his favorites from morning coffee to late night bites.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on May 08, 2013 at 4:30:10 PM EDT in Restaurants, Trip Ideas Tagged: Washington DC, Restaurants
NYC's Best New Outdoor Watering Holes

Drinking outdoors is a favored pastime in NYC for both locals and visitors. So as the temperatures start rising, we're giving you the upper hand with our list of the best new alfresco hotspots.

Posted by Alexis Korman on May 07, 2013 at 11:31:03 AM EDT in Restaurants, Wine & Cocktails Tagged: New York City, Restaurants, Cocktails, Wine, Beer
Insider's Guide to San Francisco

You could go to San Francisco ten times and still not see it all, so we're here to help curate your next trip with pizza champ and chef Tony Gemignani's insider picks—he tells us where to eat, drink, shop, and more.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on April 09, 2013 at 11:43:35 AM EDT in Trip Ideas, Restaurants Tagged: San Francisco, California, Restaurants, Shopping
Insider's Guide to Portland, Oregon

Even before you get to Portland, there are a few things you know you'll find—great food and drink and cool, design-y shops. Here are the best of those and more from local and renowned chef Jenn Louis.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on March 21, 2013 at 2:59:25 PM EDT in Restaurants, Trip Ideas Tagged: Portland, Oregon, Restaurants
Best Irish Bars in America

It's almost that time of year again, when we run around in search of Irish bars at which to celebrate St. Paddy's Day. Put down the green beer—we found the best Irish pubs in the states.

Posted by Jimmy Im on March 13, 2013 at 3:00:52 PM EDT in Restaurants, Wine & Cocktails Tagged: Pubs, New York City, Los Angeles
5 Reasons to Visit Louisville Now

Let's be honest: even if all five reasons were bourbon, it would still be worth it. But really, Louisville has so much more to offer than just the Derby. Here are our top reasons why.

Posted by Dana McMahan on March 04, 2013 at 8:50:23 AM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Louisville, Kentucky, Restaurants
Perfect Girlfriend Getaway to Nashville

If you're in need of a ladies' weekend, check out our ready-made itinerary in downtown Nashville, complete with Southern cooking, cowboy boot shopping, and live country music.

Posted by Jess Moss on February 26, 2013 at 5:06:03 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Nashville, Tennessee, Restaurants, Shopping,
Insider's Guide to Chicago

The mastermind behind some of Chicago's favorite watering holes puts the cocktail shaker down long enough to tell us where to eat and drink like a Logan Square mixologist.

Posted by Elizabeth Lynch on February 25, 2013 at 5:10:15 PM EST in Trip Ideas, Restaurants Tagged: Chicago, Cocktails