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NYC’s 5 Best New Cocktail Bars

New York City bartenders are known for being on the cutting edge of the cocktail craft. So why are you wearing out the stools at the same old watering holes? From intimate nooks to roaring pubs, visit these bars opened in recent months for a taste of NYC’s freshest drinks and newest liquid trends.

2013/05/22

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The 6 Best Manhattan Bars To Watch A Knicks Game

Finally, it seems, the Knicks could be for real. Will scoring champion Carmelo Anthony lead the ‘Bockers to victory as the team battles it out with the Pacers this weekend? Watch the action at one of our favorite Knicks-centric watering holes.

CBS New York–2013/05/10

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NYC’s 6 Best Bars For Mint Juleps

Mint Juleps are a must when celebrating the Run for the Roses. The unique libation is intended to be sipped – not slurped – and the following New York City bars do it right.

CBS New York–2013/05/03

NYC’s 9 Best Margaritas

As if you needed an excuse to indulge in the ever-popular drink. This weekend is Cinco de Mayo, and we know just where to celebrate with that perfect blend of sweet, citrus, and tequila.

CBS New York–2013/05/01

NYC’s 8 Best Rainy Day Bars & Drinking Spots

Don’t let wet weather put a dent in your happy hour plans. From grown-up bowling alleys to movie theater bars, we have the skinny on where to hang when it rains.

CBS New York–2013/04/29

The 7 Best NYC Bars To Watch The NFL Draft

Have a draft, watch the draft. Here are the 8 best bars to watch the NFL draft as it takes place in Midtown on Thursday.

CBS New York–2013/04/25

The 5 Best Cocktail Bars In Williamsburg

If you’re a cocktail lover and haven’t spent time in Williamsburg, you’re missing out. This ‘hood is home to some of the city’s best and most unique cocktail bars.

CBS New York–2013/04/24

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Paterson Considers Requiring Security Cameras AT Bars, Liquor Stores

A northern New Jersey city may require bars and liquor stores to install security cameras and operate them continuously as a way to curb crime.

2013/04/19

NYC’s 5 Best New Cocktails This Spring

The days are getting longer, buds are blossoming and slowly, but surely, the mercury is rising. Help speed along your recovery from a long winter with these refreshing spring cocktails featured at an NYC bar near you.

2013/04/18

The 8 Best Spots Along NYC’s High Line Park

Whether you’re flying solo, with your family or on a date – the High Line is a New York highlight not to be missed, especially when the weather is warm. On Thursday, many of the parks foodie outposts will reopen for the season.

CBS New York–2013/04/18

The 10 Best College Basketball Bars In NYC

We know your bracket is already busted (ours is, too). Find your own one shining moment at one of these venues.

CBS New York–2013/04/05

NYC’s 7 Best Bars For Fine Irish Whiskey

In celebration of this weekend’s St. Patrick’s Day holiday, we thought we’d pay homage to Irish whiskey, the fastest growing liquor category in the country.

CBS New York–2013/03/14

A general view as the St. John's Red Storm play against the Pittsburgh Panthers during their first-round game of the 2012 Big East Men's Basketball Tournament at Madison Square Garden (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

NYC’s 6 Best Bars To Watch The Big East Tournament

The bright lights of MSG are beaming with Big East pride and nostalgia this week. With Championship Week about to get started – and big changes in store for the Big East – we’re ready to watch as the teams from one of the toughest basketball conference in the country are battle it out for a title.

CBS New York–2013/03/12

7 Fun Ways To Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day In NYC

Celebrate the day that turns everybody Irish by taking a cooking course, enjoying a historical walking tour, dining on Irish grub, rocking out to live music – or all of the above. These are our favorite ways to celebrate St. Patty’s Day in the city.

2013/03/11

NYC’s 5 Best Grown-Up Alternatives To Hot Cocoa

Old Man Winter has made yet another appearance in our area. Let’s strap on our snow boots, button up our pea coats, and head out for one of these cocktails – comforting, adult alternatives to hot cocoa.

2013/03/08

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