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Around Town: Lingo Bar Takeover, LA Fundraiser, Scotland's Hoolie in NY, Caviar Cones, Breakups & more
February 11, 2025, 11:14.37 am ET
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On Sunday, February 23, Greenpoint's Lingo (27 Greenpoint Ave.) hosts a bar takeover by Rio Azmee of Bar Moga, featuring four exclusive Japanese-inspired cocktails crafted to complement Lingo's inventive menu. Highlights include the Pirikara, a tequila-based drink with red yuzu kosho and grapefruit, and the Matcha Musou, featuring matcha-infused vodka with honey and Japanese citrus. Can't make it? Select cocktails will be available from February 26 through March 1.
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Art4Hope brings together over 80 Chelsea gallerists and artists for a charity auction benefiting wildfire relief efforts. Spearheaded by Jean Park of AP Space, the auction features works by TC Chou, Ross Pino, Carole Feurman, and more. View the pieces on Artsy or in person at AP Space (555 W 25th St) from Feb 20-24. The auction and reception take place on Feb 22, 5-8 PM. Proceeds from the auction will directly benefit the LA Firefighter Foundation, World Central Kitchen and LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund.
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Experience Scotland's Hoolie in New York Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage. Spearheaded by musician and broadcaster Gary Innes, this cultural extravaganza features performances by Mànran, Julie Fowlis, Dougie MacLean, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and the Oban High School Pipe Band. Hosted by Alan Cumming, the event promises an unforgettable evening of vibrant Scottish music and culture. Tickets start at $70.
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Celebrate Valentine's Day at Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Bowlero Chelsea Piers or Bowlero Times Square from February 13–16 with Cupid's Margarita—a playful twist on the classic, featuring strawberry and lime flavors. Enjoy this limited-time cocktail while engaging in friendly competition on the lanes. Whether it's a romantic date or a fun outing with friends, Bowlero offers the perfect setting to toast to love and good times.
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Serendipity3 is offering an exclusive Valentine’s Day dessert for two. The ROE Caviar Cone is a champagne and 23k gold-infused waffle cone filled with house-made crème fraîche ice cream, topped with 6 grams of ROE American White Sturgeon caviar, served with a mother of pearl spoon on a bed of blue potato chips. Available February 12-16 for $69. For an unforgettable experience, reserve the table where John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale fell in love over a Frrrozen Hot Chocolate in the film, Serendipity!on February 14, complete with a special menu and romantic touches, priced at $395 per couple.
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This Valentine's Day weekend, Emily Brooklyn is embracing the fact that sometimes the best part of a relationship is when it's over. From Feb 13-16, Emily Brooklyn invites diners to share their best breakup stories anonymously. Participants receive a complimentary Wilde 75 cocktail (or mocktail), a signed copy of co-founder Emily Hyland's poetry collection "Divorced Business Partners: A Love Story," and an Alex LaRosa heartbreak cupcake. Must be dining at Emily BK to participate; one complimentary cocktail per 21+ guest, while supplies last.
Until next time, we'll be seeing you Around Town!
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