Tag Archive: Mixology

Cosmopolitan Calls New Haven “The Cultural Hotspot You Didn’t Know You Needed”

January 23, 2024

In the fall of 2023, a journalist from Cosmopolitan Magazine visited downtown New Haven on a mission to explore the best of our city. During her time in Elm City, she experienced everything our community offers, from delicious eats to lively cultural events, culminating in a feature story about New Haven. The soundbite review of our beloved city is as follows: “The food and cocktails? Top tier. The museums? Immaculate. The people? Gorge and diverse. Now go pack your bags!” Written for Cosmopolitan’s travel section, Cosmo Trips, the story features insights from Adriane Jefferson, the Director of Cultural Affairs for... View Article

5 Places to Spend New Year’s Eve in New Haven

December 26, 2023

A new year is arriving in New Haven, bringing with it a fresh calendar of Elm City happenings and many more memories created together in downtown. We may not be able to help craft your resolutions, but we can help craft your holiday plans. Whether you’re looking to spend the holiday in sequins and sipping on champagne or splitting a bottle of wine with a loved one, downtown New Haven is the place to be. If your mind is already beyond Christmas Eve and onto the ball drop, here are five places to consider booking for your New Year’s Eve... View Article

New Haven’s Most Festive Holiday Cocktails And Where To Find Them

December 12, 2023

The pre-Christmas window is slowly closing, leaving us mere days to indulge all of our festive desires and complete all of our winter to-do’s. By now, your holiday shopping is likely complete – if not, fear not. Downtown New Haven is home to countless local shops sure to fill the Christmas wishes of anyone on your list. By now, your holiday decor is fully aglow, your holiday menu is planned down to the teaspoon, and your stockings are hung by the fire with care. The only thing left to do? Buy yourself a drink. Forget the eggnog, we’re leveling up.... View Article

WWBD: What Would Barbie Do In New Haven

July 19, 2023

This summer, there is one name on everyone’s lips – Barbie. Whether you’re hunting down vintage dolls at EBM Vintage or preselecting front-row seats at downtown’s Bow Tie Cinemas, the summer has been Barbie-fied. So, what would Barbie do in New Haven? Would she laze on the Green or hit the beach at Lighthouse Point? It’s impossible to choose. As we know all too well, there is no singular Barbie. There’s Doctor Barbie, Corporate Princess Barbie, Rollergirl Barbie, and beyond. Here’s what Barbie, in any form, would do in New Haven. Academia Barbie What would Academia Barbie do in New... View Article

Heirloom: Home of the Holiday’s Most Festive Cocktails

December 7, 2022

If you’re looking for a classy spot to grab after-work drinks or in need of a festive cocktail recipe to serve at your next holiday gathering, then you’ve come to the right place. From pear-infused spiced rye to a barrel-aged black manhattan, make a toast to the holiday season with these delicious festive cocktails designed by Ismael Jimenez, the Head Mixologist at Heirloom in downtown New Haven. ‘Fall Behind’ Cocktail: Inspired by the taste and feel of the autumn season, Ismael Jimenez, Head Mixologist at Heirloom, created the ‘Fall Behind’ cocktail. Take a seat at the bar at Heirloom in... View Article

5 Boozy Brunch Spots in Downtown

September 6, 2022

September 6, 2022 Let’s talk brunch. Whether your plate is packed with chicken and waffles or a classic eggs benny, nothing pairs better with brunch than a cocktail. Make it a Bloody Mary or bottomless mimosas, a boozy brunch is the ultimate way to wrap up a weekend or begin a new week. Let’s raise our *bottomless* glasses for a toast to some of the best boozy brunch spots in New Haven. Olives & Oil Bottomless mimosas? Yes, please. Found in the heart of New Haven, Olives & Oil is an Italian restaurant with an electric twist. Between 11 a.m... View Article