89th And Broke I'm a young professional living in Astoria (formerly of Williamsburg, the UES and Murray Hill - I move a lot!). I'm always looking for something fun to do or the best place to grab a drink and dinner at an affordable price around the city.
Have a suggestion? Email me at Laura AT 89thandbroke DOT com.
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By Laura, on February 22, 2013, 10:28 am
If you like a good beer, you’ll be happy to know that now through March 3 (my birthday!) it’s New York City Beer Week. There are 300 events throughout the week, and you’ll be able to try select brews, enjoy tastings, and more.
If sifting through 300 events scares you (it gives me anxiety, [...]
By Laura, on November 1, 2012, 9:26 am
Our friends at Idle Hands on Ave B and 2nd are still without power. If you are like me, you’ve been drinking a little more this week due to the Hurricane – so if you want to get your booze on today, consider heading to Idle Hands. Â The bar will be open with as [...]
By Laura, on April 18, 2012, 8:05 am
This sounds like a PHENOMENAL event! Â Tonight at 7pm, swing by The Double Windsor in Brooklyn, near Prospect Park. This craft beer bar will be pairing Girl Scout Cookies with beer – yum. Â For $8, you’ll receive a flight of the following:
Speakeasy Scarface Imperial Stout with Thin Mints Speakeasy Massacre Imperial Dark Wheat [...]
By Caryn, on September 8, 2011, 7:31 am
We know that The Village Voice certainly knows how to throw a good eating/drinking event (Choice Eats, anyone?), so we’re pumped about their newest venture: “Brooklyn Pour” Craft Beer Festival. According to the site, the event will feature over 100 local, area craft beers along with food and entertainment. The afternoon event will enable guests to [...]
By Laura, on August 5, 2011, 7:45 am
I know some guys take their jerky VERY seriously. If you are one of those people, this boat cruise may be for you.
A few months ago, we told you about Thanks, Bro, a company that sends guys jerky and beer, as an alternative to flowers. Â On August 10, Thanks, Bro will hold it’s [...]
By Laura, on July 15, 2011, 7:14 am
Our friends at The Skint know how to party it up in Brooklyn.  If you’d like to celebrate Bastille Day, check out The Skint’s Bastille Day Bash going on at Littlefield in Gowanus this Saturday from 2-6pm.  For $2, you’ll receive free BULLDOG Gin from 2-3 pm ($5 for gin drinks after 3pm) and $3 Brooklyn [...]
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