Networking hotspots
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Networking hotspots

How to win friends and influence people By Iwana Bevvie I took it upon myself to investigate places where business and pleasure can mix after hours. As a service to our LOCAL Biz readers, I sampled many happy hour menus, tried a variety of cocktails and even tasted some flights at the local distilleries. You’re…

#Trendingcocktails
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#Trendingcocktails

2023 drink trends By Iwana Bevvie There are fashion trends, color trends and, yes drink trends. Stay on point and be in the know with this look into the future. Hard seltzers These ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages will stay popular, thanks to their convenience and variety. Watch for expanded options including a variety of alcohols. Premium…

Bar talk
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Bar talk

Great places to have a private conversation By Iwana Bevvie “Sometimes you want to go, where everybody knows your name. And they’re always glad you came. You want to be where you can see. Our troubles are all the same. You want to be where everybody knows your name” — Cheers Best place for a…

Healthy happy hours
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Healthy happy hours

Yes, you can have it all By Iwana Bevvie If you don’t want to give up your after-work drinks but want to make healthier choices, you can make a few tweaks to your routine and still enjoy the camaraderie and cocktails. Fitsugar.com and Health.com shared these strategies: Tips to sip on 1. Know your calories. Do…

Happy hour: Unwind with a twist on an after-work classic, the martini
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Happy hour: Unwind with a twist on an after-work classic, the martini

By Iwana Bevvie As the weather starts to cool down and the days get shorter, we’re falling for crisp cocktails that’ll warm our spirits. Check out these spectacular spiced sippers from the good folks at Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Pumpkin Pie Martini Tito’s colorful Pumpkin Pie Martini is far beyond basic, but still easy as pie….