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 September 27, 2011, 7:48 am
When it comes to wine, I know virtually nothing except I prefer white wine and know Riesling is sweet. Â That’s about it. Â To me, a bottle of Trader Joe’s wine has tasted just as good as a fancy bottle of wine. Â So yup, it’s official – I know if it tastes good and that’s [...]
By Laura, on March 28, 2011, 7:55 am
Enjoy a free wine tasting tonight at Carmine’s on 91st and Broadway from 4-7 pm. Francis Ford Coppola Winery and the Rubicon Estate will offer tastings of their newest releases. Â To check it out for yourself, you must RSVP at 212-362-2200.
By Laura, on February 16, 2011, 7:23 am
Editor’s Note: One of our readers told us you can get tickets cheaper on Goldstar. Â To join Goldstar, you can do so here. Â Tickets are only $48 on Goldstar for Friday night. Whether you are a wine enthusiast or want to learn how to order off a wine list, you may want to [...]
By Laura, on October 20, 2010, 7:06 am
Caryn and I enjoy prosecco, so when we found this deal, we knew it’d be up our alley too.  Tonight, four different bars are offering a complimentary glass of sparkling white wine, courtesyof Asti D.O.C.G.  Swing by Beauty Bar or Galway Hooker (Village location) from 6-9 pm for your free glass.  If that’s too early, [...]
By Laura, on October 8, 2010, 7:21 am
If you are as big of a wino as my friend Amy (who just so happened to share this tidbit with us), you are going to love this deal. Â Salute, an Italian restaurant on Madison and 39th, is now offering all you can drink red or white house wine from 6-8 pm for just [...]
By Laura, on October 6, 2010, 7:45 am
Looking for a free glass of wine? Â Our friend Yael tipped us off to this promotion that Cavatappo Wine Bar is currently hosting. Â Like the wine bar on Facebook, and you’ll be directed to a site where you can register with your email and birthday. Â You’ll then receive an email for a complimentary glass [...]
By Caryn, on September 13, 2010, 5:41 am
Paradou is giving you plenty of reasons to visit the restaurant sometime soon. Start with the $20 coupon that we wrote about a few weeks ago. Now check out the upcoming specials (some are ongoing):
1) Every Monday you can get a FREE bottle of wine for your table when you order your entrees. [...]
By Laura, on May 7, 2010, 1:29 pm
Last year's meze that we enjoyed
Last year, Caryn and I were invited to try out Pera, and we absolutely loved it. Â I’m happy to report that the restaurant’s meze deal is back. Â This May, you can enjoy 3 mezes (think 3 appetizers) for $9. Â Some of our favorites last year included [...]
By Laura, on April 16, 2010, 2:06 am
I love wine, parties, and Bethenney Frankel.
Looking for something to do on Sunday Funday? Â Check out Winegasm’s 2nd anniversary (I am a tad obsessed with the name..). Â Located in Astoria, this bar and eatery is hosting a party from 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. on Sunday. Â There will be wine, cocktails [...]
By Caryn, on April 7, 2010, 1:41 pm
To continue Vero’s wine tasting offerings, the midtown location only (53rd and 2nd) is hosting Wine on Wednesdays – a wine sampling every Wednesday evening through April. For $35 you’ll get to try four to six wines and light hors d’oeurves (e.g., cheese platter, paninis, bruschetta) from 5-7 pm (RSVPs are recommended).
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